Overview
A jurisdiction-specific form used for Pillar Two compliance, the Japan Pillar 2 GloBE Information Return Form supports reporting of Japan's GloBE Information Return. It captures all required data points including GloBE income, covered taxes, ETR metrics, and QDMTT computations, aligned with both domestic legislation and OECD standards.
What's Included
- Forms Library
The Orbitax platform provides up-to-date jurisdiction specific Pillar Two forms, that will be published shortly after local authorities issue or revise them, helping users avoid fragmented sources and outdated documentation.
- Fillable Forms
Now forms can be automatically populated with data from the Orbitax Global Minimum Tax Pillar Two solution, minimizing manual entry and ensuring consistent, accurate filings on time.
- Certified Translations
Support multiple language requirements with confidence. Orbitax Filing Manager provides certified translations for Pillar 2 tax forms, enabling users to review forms in their native language to prevent any misunderstandings and ensure accurate reporting.
- Validation and Review
Make sure your submissions are accurate with automatic validation tools. Orbitax reviews every Pillar Two tax form, identifies gaps or errors, and supports confident, secure filing.
- Filing and Transmission
Submit directly to the relevant government portals or follow instructions when e-filing is not supported. Orbitax provides official export formats (e.g. XML) and unifies all submission activities in one place to mitigate fragmented workflows.
- Collaboration
Orbitax’s integrated workflows allow professionals to collaborate effortlessly across teams and timezones. Request for missing data, assign tasks to members for review, and track filing progress in real time. Use Orbitax's Pillar 2 Software to pre-populate your forms with accurate calculation data.
How It Works
Entity Data Consolidation
Create a single source of truth within the platform by uploading data at the group or entity level.
Form Selection
Select the relevant form, assign a title, choose the reporting entity, and define the UPE currency, which is automatically populated from your uploaded data.
Instruction Language
Access form-filling instructions directly within the platform, available in both the local authority’s language and English (where provided).
Data Input and Workflow Automation
Fill out the necessary forms by hand or send an email invitation to stakeholders (such as preparers, reviewers, and managers) using data-collection procedures. When a GMT license is active, users can extract relevant data straight from GMT scenarios that are automatically mapped to appropriate fields.
Validations
Run validation checks, then export the completed GIR Form in PDF or XML format.
Transmissions
Direct transmission of XML and PDF filings to tax authority portals.
Compliance Coverage
Supports OECD Pillar Two / GloBE compliance under Japan’s GIR legislation.
Aligned with Japan’s local GIR implementation rules and guidance.
Japan Pillar 2 GloBE Information Return Form is applicable for fiscal years from 2024 onwards.
Helps prepare GIR disclosures for in-scope multinational groups.
Includes transitional and safe harbour support where applicable.
Benefits of Japan Pillar Two GloBE Information Return (GIR) Form
Ensure that Japan Pillar 2 GloBE Information Return reporting is accurate and in compliance with Japan's Pillar Two filing standards.
For Japan's GIR submission you can now minimize errors and manual data handling.
Support consistent and standardized GloBE reporting across all constituent entities.
Keep filings aligned with both OECD GloBE rules and Japan’s local legislation.
Improved global-local coordination
Version History
| Jurisdiction | Form Type | Filing Level | Filing Method | Effective Date | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | GloBE Information Return (GIR) | Jurisdictional | E-Filing (NTA) | 04/01/2024 | 09/30/2026 |
FAQs
Which fiscal years does Orbitax provide support for Japan Pillar 2 GloBE Information Return Form?
Beginning from 2024 onwards, in line with Japan’s Pillar Two implementation timeline Orbitax provides support for forms filing.
Does the form support multiple stakeholder collaboration?
Orbitax’s Executable Actions Tool tax workflows allow users to invite data preparers and data reviewers to contribute data and review submissions, supporting efficient coordination between global and local tax teams.
Is Orbitax able to automatically populate Pillar Two calculation data for the forms?
Users with a Global Minimum Tax (GMT) license can pull relevant data directly from their Pillar 2 calculations, which are automatically mapped to the appropriate form fields.
What happens if the Japan GloBE Information Return Form is updated by the local authorities mid filing cycle?
Orbitax offers immediate access to the current and accurate Japan GloBE Information Return Form. We monitor Japanese authorities and publish updates instantly. This ensures your team always uses the correct form, with any mid-filing changes immediately available within the platform.