35FWI36-2901 — Commercial Activity And Private Employemnt In Japan

35FWI36-2901 governs commercial activity and private employment in Japan for personnel associated with the 35th Fighter Wing.

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  • Publication number: 35FWI36-2901
  • Title: COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND PRIVATE EMPLOYEMNT IN JAPAN
  • Date: 2024-12-20

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It establishes approval procedures, required forms, annual reapproval, and restrictions on commercial activities and private employment. It also addresses home-based businesses, food preparation, childcare, language teaching, licensing, and solicitation.

Applies to: This instruction applies to members of the US Armed Forces, civilian components, and dependents in Japan as described in Articles I or XIV of the Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA), who are assigned, attached, or associated with the 35th Fighter Wing.

Topics covered

  • Employment approval forms
  • Annual SOFA employment verification
  • Home-based businesses
  • Food preparation
  • Home childcare
  • Language teaching
  • Licensing and certification
  • Personal commercial solicitation

Questions and answers

What form is required for Air Force military members and US civilian employees seeking off-duty employment in Japan?

The DAF Form 3902, Application and Approval for Off-Duty Employment.

When must approved personnel submit annual employment verification?

Persons approved for employment will obtain reapproval annually by submitting the Annual SOFA Employment Verification Form to the proper approval authority no later than 30 September. (paragraph 1)

What must approved personnel report about their employment?

Persons approved for employment must notify the approving authority of any change in the nature or termination of employment. (paragraph 1)

Are personal quarters allowed to be used as a food establishment?

IAW DAFI 48-116, Food Protection Program and AFMAN 48-147, Tri-Service Food Code, using personal quarters as a “food establishment” is prohibited. (paragraph 2)

What food products may food establishments not provide?

Food establishments must not provide home-processed wild game or other meats, home-canned or home-jarred foods, or dairy products from unapproved sources. (paragraph 2)

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