A Social Security Agreement is a bilateral agreement entered by and between Japan and a foreign country to prevent the application of double social security systems and pension payments.
As of October 1, 2019, Japan has signed a Social Security Agreement with 23 countries , 20 of which are in full force and effect. The elimination of dual coverage and the totalization of coverage periods are possible only between Japan and these countries.

Countries implementing this Agreement

Germany, United Kingdom, Republic of Korea, United States, Belgium, France, Canada, Australia, Netherlands, Czech Republic(*), Spain, Ireland, Brazil, Switzerland, Hungary, India, Luxembourg, Philippines,Slovak Republic,China
※ Agreements with United Kingdom, Republic of Korea , Italy and China include "elimination of dual coverage" only.

Countries pending preparation for implementation

Italy,Sweden,Finland

Implementation differs depending on the country involved.

*	Those who have received LSWP from any of the above countries cannot consolidate the coverage period therein with their coverage period in Japan.