Japanese phrase
___が手続きする必要がありますか？ ___ ga te tsuzu ki su ru hitsu yō ga a ri ma su ka
Meaning
Does ___ need to complete the procedure?
When to use it
Asks if someone must complete the process. It is neutral and useful when checking whether the task can be delegated.
Example dialogue
代理で申請できますか？ dai ri de shin sei de ki ma su ka
Can someone apply on their behalf?
本人が手続きする必要がありますか？ hon nin ga te tsuzu ki su ru hitsu yō ga a ri ma su ka
Does the person concerned need to complete the procedure?