Extensions for Paperwork Deadlines Due To COVID-19 (as of 5/1/2020)

If you are confident in your Japanese abilities, please inquire at the concerned consultation desk/office directly.
For those who are not confident in their Japanese abilities and would like an interpreter, please inquire at the consultation desks listed below:
Hiroshima City Consultation Service for International Residents

Tel: 082-241-5010 // Fax: 082-242-7452
E-mail: soudan@pcf.city.hiroshima.jp
Hours: Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (excluding national holidays and 8/6)
Languages: English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese

Hiroshima Multilingual Living Support for Foreigners

Tel: 0120-783-806 (toll-free)
Hours: Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm (excluding national holidays*), Saturdays from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm (note: lines will be closed from 12:00-1:00 pm)
* Lines will be open on May 4 (Mon) to May 6 (Wed) from 10 am to 7 pm
Languages: English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Korean, Tagalog, Indonesian, Thai, Nepalese

Driver’s License Renewal

If your driver’s license is valid up until July 31, 2020, you may extend the period of validity for up to three months. For more details, please call the Hiroshima Prefectural Police (082-228-0110 from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm) and ask them to transfer you to the Hiroshima Prefectural Driver’s License Center.

Insurance Payments for National Pension/Employment Pension

If insurance payments become difficult because you have lost your job or you run into difficulties continuing your business, it’s possible to extend your payment period. Please inquire at your local pension office.

List of National Pension Offices

Tax Returns

If it’s difficult to submit your tax returns your 2019 income by 4/16, it’s possible to submit your return after 4/17. Please consult with your local tax office.

Tax Payments

If it’s difficult to make your tax payments, it may be possible to have your payment period extended by a year or even receive an exemption if you submit an application within 6 months of your payment deadline. Please consult with your local tax office for details.

List of Tax Offices