Bolivia Inheritance Guide for Yokohama (横浜市)
This guide covers inheritance tax implications for Bolivia nationals who own or inherit property in Yokohama, Japan. Japan's second-largest city by population, with a historic international port and large foreign community, especially in Naka-ku (Chinatown area).
Property Values in Yokohama
Average Land Value (路線価)
¥250,000/㎡
100㎡ Land Assessed Value
¥25.0 million
Estimated Tax (100㎡, 2 heirs)
¥0 (Tax-Free — within basic deduction)
Based on average land values. Actual values vary significantly by ward/district. Use the calculator for a specific address.
Applicable Law for Bolivia Nationals
Under Japan's Act on General Rules for Application of Laws (法の適用に関する通則法, Article 36), the inheritance of a person is governed by the national law of the decedent.
Bolivian Civil Code (Código Civil, 1975) governs succession. Bolivia follows the domicile principle for personal law and lex rei sitae for immovable property.
Renvoi (反致): May Apply
Bolivian conflict rules refer immovable property to lex rei sitae. For property in Japan, this results in renvoi to Japanese law. Movable property follows the law of the decedent's domicile.
Tax Obligation in Yokohama
Unlimited Taxpayer
Taxed on all worldwide assets.
Applies if: domiciled in Japan, OR foreign national with residence visa who has lived in Japan for 10+ years.
Limited Taxpayer
Taxed only on assets in Japan.
Applies if: not domiciled in Japan, OR foreign national who has lived in Japan for less than 10 years.
Required Documents
Declaratoria de Herederos
Bolivian court declaration of heirship.
Certificado de Nacimiento / Matrimonio
Bolivian birth and marriage certificates from SERECI (Servicio de Registro Cívico).
Apostille
Bolivia is a Hague Convention member (since 2018). Apostille from the Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores.
Certified Japanese Translation
All Spanish-language documents translated into Japanese.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is inheritance tax on property in Yokohama for Bolivia nationals?
With an average land value of ¥250,000/㎡ in Yokohama, a 100㎡ property is valued at approximately ¥25.0 million. With 2 heirs, this falls within the basic deduction (¥42 million), so no tax would be owed.
Which law applies to Bolivia inheritance in Japan?
Bolivian Civil Code (Código Civil, 1975) governs succession. Bolivia follows the domicile principle for personal law and lex rei sitae for immovable property.
Do Bolivia nationals need to pay inheritance tax in Japan?
Yes, if the heir or decedent has a domicile in Japan. Japan does not have a specific inheritance tax treaty with Bolivia, so double taxation relief must be claimed under domestic rules.
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This tool provides rough estimates only. It does not constitute tax advice or tax filing services. Actual tax obligations may differ significantly. Please consult a licensed tax professional (税理士) for accurate calculations.