What is specific to Japanese companies
Japanese work rules are a useful base, but notice, leave and termination follow Indian law.
Lifetime-employment practice does not carry over; Indian termination follows the contract and the labour codes.
Our services
How SU and Company helps
We set up and run Indian payroll, including for staff sent from abroad.
- PF, ESI and state registrations
- Salary structures under the labour codes
- Monthly payroll, TDS and returns
- Shadow payroll and Indian tax for secondees
- Certificates of coverage and international worker PF
Questions
Can staff be hired before the company exists?
Yes, through an employer of record, with a planned transfer to the company later.
General information as at 5 November 2026, not advice for a particular case. Indian and Japanese rules change often; confirm the current position before acting. Japanese law points should be confirmed with a Japanese adviser.