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Starting a Business in Brazil: Corporate Tax Regimes

For a foreign entrepreneur looking at the vast and dynamic Brazilian market, the prospect of expansion is both exciting and challenging. As Latin America’s largest economy with a consumer market of over 215 million people, Brazil offers unparalleled growth opportunities. However, the country is also notorious for its fiscal and

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Accounting in Brazil: a guide to Brazilian accounting standards and tax bookkeeping

Establishing a business in Brazil represents an extraordinary opportunity for foreign entrepreneurs. The country ranks as the world’s 9th largest economy, with a GDP exceeding $2 trillion and a consumer market of over 215 million people. However, understanding Brazil’s complex accounting system can be one of the greatest challenges for

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How to Register a Company in Portugal: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Starting a Business

While Europartner operates exclusively in Brazil, we work closely with trusted international partners to support our clients worldwide. One of these key partners is Sommet Global, based in Europe. Sommet Global provides end-to-end support for companies looking to establish and manage business operations in Europe, offering services such as company

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BPO in Brazil: how outsourcing can simplify your complex payroll

The Brazilian consumer market presents itself as an attractive destination for investments and business expansion. However, behind the opportunities lies a regulatory landscape known for its complexity, especially concerning human resources management and payroll.  Companies operating or planning to operate in the country frequently encounter countless labor laws, social security

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How to register a company in Brazil: Your step-by-step guide to starting a business

Brazil is the largest economy in Latin America and offers a vast internal market with over 200 million consumers. Key sectors such as technology, agribusiness, renewable energy, and services are constantly growing, making Brazil an attractive destination for both local and foreign entrepreneurs. Registering a company in Brazil provides legal

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Payroll in Brazil: Why BPO is your solution for compliance and efficiency

Managing Brazilian payroll is a challenge for many companies, especially those beginning operations in the country or unfamiliar with local labor laws.  With strict regulations, frequent legal updates, and complex reporting obligations, ensuring compliance can be critical for long-term success. In this context, BPO – Business Process Outsourcing – emerges

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Brazil withholding tax: how to set up when issuing invoices?

Foreign entrepreneurs who wish to hire or provide services often come up against a very complex and relevant issue: Brazil Withholding Tax.  This tax is levied on payments made to individuals or companies, and its correct application is fundamental to avoiding tax risks and ensuring compliance with Brazilian legislation. In

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FGTS in Brazil: what is this fund?

Every worker registered under the CLT regime is entitled to FGTS – the acronym for the Severance Indemnity Fund.  It is important for companies to be familiar with the FGTS and to know details about how it works, such as who is entitled to the benefit, the situations in which

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Starting a business in Brazil

Starting a business in Brazil as a foreigner, or to hold shares in a Brazilian company, whether residing in the country or not, is possible. However, certain requirements must be met, and some bureaucratic procedures need to be followed. A World Bank study (Doing Business Subnational Brazil) shows that Brazilian

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Brazil company registry: is it worth buying a shelf company in Brazil?

Brazil is one of the world’s largest economies and a key destination for international investors looking to expand in Latin America. However, navigating the Brazil company registry can be a major hurdle when setting up a business.   For entrepreneurs and investors from all over the world, one option that

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Business Greetings in Latin America

Successful entrepreneurs understand that good business greetings in Latin America is about building strong relationships and conducting business in a respectful and efficient manner. By establishing partnerships with suppliers, competitors, or creating new connections, you can build a stronger and more enduring relationship – and this is essential when planning

Minimum Wage in Brazil
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Minimum wage in Brazil

The minimum wage in Brazil for 2025 came into effect on January 1st, increasing to R$ 1,518. This increase of R$ 106 compared to the previous year’s value of R$ 1,412 represents a 7.5% adjustment. The increase in the minimum wage was determined by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

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Customs broker in Brazil

The customs broker in Brazil is responsible to ensure that goods entering the country will comply with fiscal and commercial legislation.  This procedure, known as customs brokerage, or customs clearance, guarantees a thorough verification of the information provided by the importer, confirming its accuracy, compliance with requirements, and other regulations

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Tax in Brazil

The tax system in Brazil is one of the most complex in the world.  According to the Brazilian Federal Court of Accounts (TCU), since the promulgation of the Federal Constitution of 1988, an average of 37 tax regulations have been issued per day. As a result, companies spend approximately US$

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