Category: Tax System Overview

  • Tax Considerations for Starting a Business in Brazil

    Tax Considerations for Starting a Business in Brazil One of the most important considerations to starting any business is tax code compliance. US companies in Brazil must ensure compliance with US tax codes, as well as Brazilian tax laws and codes. Before you pack your bags and head to beautiful Brazil, take a moment to…

  • Taxes for Companies in Brazil

    U.S. companies in Brazil are in a unique tax situation. It does not matter where you start a business; taxes are one of the things you need to do detailed planning for your business. If you are not a citizen of the country you start your business in, then your taxes are going to be…

  • Things To Keep In Mind Before Opening An International Business in Brazil

    Thanks to the internet and virtual offices, there are many possibilities for doing business in other countries. The problem comes when business owners do not check the legalities and requirements for doing business in Brazil or other countries before they jump in and open their businesses. There are legal requirements, business entity designations and other…

  • Brazilian Tax System Overview

    The current Federal Constitution, which was promulgated on October 5, 1988, allocates taxing power between the Union, the States and Municipalities, granting to each of them the power to levy taxes. Taxes in Brazil are divided into pure taxes, betterment fees, social contributions, contributions and compulsory loans. Each level of government is allotted specific taxes…