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Can relatives living outside Japan support a Japanese dependent deduction?

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Kenji Mori
May 25, 2026 3,239 views 1 answer
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I live in Japan and support family members overseas. Please explain why overseas dependent deductions need more evidence, what relationship and remittance records matter, and why payroll year-end adjustment may not be enough.

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