Taxes in Brazil

Tax Planning / Tax Compliance in Brazil

Brazil´s tax structure is highly complex. When initiating your activities here, it is of the essence that you fully understand the taxes to which the company will be subject and the compliance requirements you will have to meet. Read more

Tax Compliance

Not surprisingly, one of the most important issues an entrepreneur must consider in its business plan for opening a company in Brazil is Tax Compliance. Taxation in Brazil differs from many other countries, especially in regard to the many detailed ancillary obligations required under Brazilian Tax Laws and Regulations. Read more

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 which are specified in the Constitution. Read more