Category: Useful Articles

  • Can You Afford Your Intentions?

    Do you have an urge to expand your business to Brazil? Starting a business in Brazil can be a worthwhile effort, but you may have to handle a few details before you can begin this project. One of the first things you have to consider is how exactly you plan on going about doing business…

  • 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…

  • Exchange Controls in Brazil

    The free flow of funds between countries is something which most investors in the United States and Europe take for granted. However, distinct from other countries, where the local government does not exercise control over the flow of international capital, Brazil imposes rules on the remittance of funds to and from Brazil. Brazilian Exchange Controls…

  • Starting a Business in Brazil

    Starting a Business in Brazil

    This Article is meant as an introduction to, and explanation of the necessary steps to starting a business in Brazil, including information on the different types of business structure and the legal procedures involved in setting up a Brazilian business. Things to Remember From the Outset •    Unlike certain other countries, it is not possible…