Starting a business
Can I register a company at a hotel address?
Generally not as a normal registered head-office address for a genuine ongoing company unless the operator legally permits and supports that use; in practice a hotel stay is not an appropriate corporate base.
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What you need to know
Requirements & exceptions
- Use a lawful address you can register and receive official notices at.
Documents
- Identity documents
- Company/business plan documents
- Corporate registration documents where applicable
Likely cost
Company setup costs depend on structure and filings: registration tax, notarization where required, certificates, professional fees and initial capital are separate. Use JETRO/Legal Affairs Bureau figures for the chosen entity.
Where to act
Legal Affairs Bureau for corporate registration; tax offices and sector-specific licensing authority as applicable; Immigration separately if residence status is involved.