Egypt Inheritance Guide for Hiroshima (広島市)
This guide covers inheritance tax implications for Egypt nationals who own or inherit property in Hiroshima, Japan. A major city in western Japan with international significance. Home to a diverse community including many Brazilian and Vietnamese residents.
Property Values in Hiroshima
Average Land Value (路線価)
¥140,000/㎡
100㎡ Land Assessed Value
¥14.0 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 Egypt 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.
Egyptian Civil Code and Law No. 77 of 1943 (on inheritance) govern succession for Muslims. Personal Status Law applies based on the decedent's religion. Egypt follows the nationality principle.
Renvoi (反致): Generally Does Not Apply
Egyptian private international law (Article 17 of the Civil Code) applies the national law of the decedent to succession matters. Egypt generally does not accept renvoi for personal status matters including inheritance.
Tax Obligation in Hiroshima
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.
Japan has a tax treaty with Egypt that may provide relief from double taxation on property in Hiroshima.
Required Documents
Ilam Warathah (Certificate of Heirs)
Egyptian court-issued certificate listing all legal heirs and their Islamic shares.
Birth/Marriage/Death Certificate
Egyptian civil registry documents from the Civil Status Authority.
Consular Authentication
Egypt is NOT a Hague Apostille Convention member. Documents require consular legalization through the Egyptian Embassy.
Certified Japanese Translation
All Arabic-language documents must be translated into Japanese.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is inheritance tax on property in Hiroshima for Egypt nationals?
With an average land value of ¥140,000/㎡ in Hiroshima, a 100㎡ property is valued at approximately ¥14.0 million. With 2 heirs, this falls within the basic deduction (¥42 million), so no tax would be owed.
Which law applies to Egypt inheritance in Japan?
Egyptian Civil Code and Law No. 77 of 1943 (on inheritance) govern succession for Muslims. Personal Status Law applies based on the decedent's religion. Egypt follows the nationality principle.
Do Egypt nationals need to pay inheritance tax in Japan?
Yes, if the heir or decedent has a domicile in Japan. Japan has a tax treaty with Egypt that may provide relief from double taxation.
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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.