Doing Business in Brazil as a Foreigner: 2026 Rules
Brazil operates under a Civil Law system, which is fundamentally different from the Common Law systems used in the United…
16/06/2026
Brazil operates under a Civil Law system, which is fundamentally different from the Common Law systems used in the United…
16/06/2026
You have probably heard that Simples Nacional is the holy grail of taxation for small businesses in Brazil. A single…
07/06/2026
Labor compliance in Brazil for foreign-owned companies is not a box you tick once and forget. It’s a living, breathing…
06/06/2026
You’ve identified the opportunity. Maybe it’s a São Paulo tech startup, a Nordeste beachfront property, or a manufacturing operation in…
05/06/2026
Here is a fact that surprises many foreign investors: an arbitral award issued in London, Paris, New York, or Singapore…
04/06/2026
Why Do Foreign Companies Get Caught Off Guard by Brazilian Tax Obligations? Brazil operates under a Civil Law system, not…
31/05/2026
You’re a US general counsel or legal team member. Your company has staff in Brazil — maybe a few remote…
29/05/2026
Let’s cut through the noise. Brazil does have one of the most protective employment systems in the world. The Consolidação…
29/05/2026
Because in Brazil, calling someone a consultant does not make them a consultant. The law looks at facts, not labels.…
29/05/2026
You’ve decided to tap into Brazil’s vast talent pool, but the labour rules feel like a minefield. You might be…
28/05/2026
Every person working formally in Brazil — expats included — is automatically shielded by the CLT (Consolidação das Leis do…
28/05/2026
If you are a business owner, HR manager, or investor accustomed to the commercial flexibility of the United States, Brazil’s…
28/05/2026
Brazilian employment law treats workers as the protected party. While the US system gives employers broad flexibility, Brazil’s Consolidation of…
27/05/2026
You have the business plan. You have the market research. You may even have a local partner identified in São…
26/05/2026
Brazil runs on a Civil Law system — not the Common Law you are used to. That means every rule…
25/05/2026
Foreign company tax Brazil rules in 2026: withholding rates on royalties and services, transfer pricing, CNPJ duties and how to…
25/05/2026
The short answer is yes, but only if you start with the right legal structure and a clear-eyed understanding of…
25/05/2026
If you’re an expat, investor, or entrepreneur moving capital into Brazil, you’ve probably heard the term “BACEN registration.” It’s not…
25/05/2026Our team is available to answer your questions and guide you through your specific case.