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UAE Golden Visa$545,000Why Brazil?
Key advantages for foreign founders registering in Brazil.
LATAM’s Largest Economy
$2.1 trillion GDP, 215 million consumers. 9th largest economy globally.
100% Foreign Ownership
No local partner required in most sectors. Simplified under Business Environment Act.
Manaus Free Trade Zone
Import duty exemptions, IPI reduction, ICMS incentives for manufacturing.
Tech & Startup Hub
São Paulo produced 20+ unicorns. Deep venture capital markets.
MERCOSUR Access
Tariff-free trade with Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay. Associate deals with Chile, Colombia, Peru.
Rich Natural Resources
Coffee, soybeans, iron ore, pre-salt oil. Abundant renewable energy.
How Brazil Compares
Side-by-side with South America’s top jurisdictions.
| Jurisdiction | CIT | Min Capital | Formation | Foreign Own. | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 15–25% | None | 2–4 weeks | 100% | LATAM’s largest market |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | 35% | None | 1–2 weeks | 100% | Tech hub, Pacific Alliance |
| 🇨🇱 Chile | 27% | None | 1–2 weeks | 100% | Best governance, mining |
| 🇺🇾 Uruguay | 25% | None | 2–3 weeks | 100% | Fintech, free trade zones |
| 🇵🇾 Paraguay | 10% | None | 1–2 weeks | 100% | Lowest tax in SA |
| 🇵🇪 Peru | 29.5% | None | 2–3 weeks | 100% | Mining, Pacific Alliance |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 25–35% | None | 2–4 weeks | 100% | 47M market, talent pool |
| 🇪🇨 Ecuador | 25% | $800 | 2–3 weeks | 100% | Dollarized economy |
Entity Types Available
Choose the right structure for your business in Brazil.
LTDA (Limitada)
Most popular. Limited liability. Min 2 partners. No minimum capital. Suitable for trade, tech, services.
- CNPJ registration
- Contrato Social
- Federal, state, municipal tax
- Digital certificate (e-CNPJ)
- Registered address
- Bank account intro
S.A. (Sociedade Anônima)
For capital markets access. Min 2 shareholders. Board required. Can list on B3.
- CNPJ & CVM registration
- Estatuto Social
- Tax registration
- Board setup
- Bank account intro
Branch (Filial)
Extension of foreign parent. DREI authorization required. Parent fully liable.
- DREI authorization
- Certified parent docs
- Portuguese translation
- CNPJ
- Bank account intro
How It Works
Our managed formation process from inquiry to operational Brazil company.
Digital certificate & CNPJ
We obtain the e-CNPJ and register with Receita Federal. Brazil’s federal tax ID required for all operations.
Draft & register Contrato Social
Articles of Association in Portuguese, registered with the Junta Comercial in your chosen state.
State & municipal tax registration
SEFAZ registration for ICMS (state) and municipal authority for ISS.
Operating permits
Municipal business license (Alvará) and sector-specific permits.
Bank account & operations
Introduction to Itaú, Bradesco, Banco do Brasil, or Nubank Business.
What’s Included
Formation Package
- ✓ Company registration & certificate
- ✓ Articles / founding documents
- ✓ Tax registration
- ✓ Registered address (1st year)
- ✓ Bank account introduction
- ✓ Compliance documentation
Documents You Receive
- 📄 Certificate of Incorporation
- 📄 Tax registration certificate
- 📄 Articles of Association
- 📄 Director & shareholder register
- 📄 Corporate seal (where applicable)
- 📄 Bank account confirmation
Tax Overview
Brazil’s tax framework for corporate entities.
| Tax | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IRPJ (Corporate Income Tax) | 15% | Standard; 10% surcharge above BRL 240K/year |
| CSLL (Social Contribution) | 9% | On net profit; combined effective ~24% |
| PIS + COFINS | 3.65–9.25% | Federal contributions on revenue |
| ICMS (State VAT) | 7–25% | Varies by state and product |
| ISS (Municipal Services) | 2–5% | On services revenue |
| Simples Nacional | 4–33% | Simplified regime up to BRL 4.8M revenue |
Cost & Timeline Breakdown
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
| Item | Cost (USD) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Digital certificate & e-CNPJ | Included | 3–5 days |
| Contrato Social drafting | Included | 2–3 days |
| Junta Comercial filing | Included | 5–7 days |
| Federal, state, municipal tax | Included | 3–5 days |
| Registered address (1 yr) | Included | Same day |
| Bank account intro | Included | 5–7 days |
| Total Package | From $3,500 | 2–4 weeks |
All prices fixed — no hourly billing. Optional add-ons available on request.
Speak with a Brazil Specialist
Our team will guide you through the optimal structure for your Brazil business.
What Our Clients Say
Founders who registered through Sovera Global.
“Sovera navigated Brazil’s CNPJ, Junta Comercial, and three-tier tax registration efficiently. São Paulo banking connections invaluable.”
“215M consumers was too large to ignore. LTDA setup and Itaú banking handled smoothly. Simples Nacional simplified our compliance.”
Official Resources
Key government agencies for company registration in Brazil.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Foreign investors can own 100% of an LTDA or S.A. in most sectors.
Brazil’s federal company registration and tax ID number. Required for all business activities.
No. Sovera handles the entire process remotely via power of attorney.
Simplified tax regime for micro/small enterprises up to BRL 4.8M revenue. Consolidates 8 taxes.
LTDA: 2–4 weeks including CNPJ, Junta Comercial, and all tax levels.
IRPJ (15%+10%), CSLL (9%), PIS/COFINS (3.65–9.25%), ICMS (7–25%), ISS (2–5%).
Yes. Digital banks like Nubank offer remote opening. Traditional banks may need video verification.
Yes. Founding member with tariff-free access to Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay and associate members.
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