Extension of Labor Insurance Payment Deadline for Areas Affected by Kumamoto Earthquake

The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has announced an extension of the payment deadline for labor insurance in areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake. This applies to businesses and labor insurance offices in Yatsushiro City, Uto City, Uki City, and Hikawa Town. Filings and payments due after July 28, Year 8 of Reiwa have been extended. The exact new deadlines will be announced considering the disaster situation. For other regions suffering significant property loss, up to one-year payment deferrals can be requested. More details can be confirmed with the local Labor Bureaus or relevant organizations.