To successfully incorporate a Brazilian subsidiary, a foreign entrepreneur must fulfill a list of strategic and, above all, bureaucratic obligations. Below, we summarize the main To-DOs.

Part 1 – Strategy and Foreign Partners

1. Business Structure: Define a tax plan and business objectives to determine the legal structure for the subsidiary.
2. Appoint a Legal Representative: Foreign entities must designate a Brazilian resident with specific powers to act as their representative.
3. Register with Authorities: The foreign partner must register with the National Register of Legal Entities (CNPJ) or Individuals (CPF).
4. Document Legalization: Ensure foreign documents comply with Brazilian standards and register them with the Civil Registry of Titles and Documents.

Part 2 – Articles of Association

5. Prepare Articles of Association: Define the rights and responsibilities of partners, adhering to Brazilian legal requirements.
6. Register Articles: Submit the articles to the Board of Trade or Civil Registry of Legal Entities, depending on the business type.
7. Social Security Registration: Register with social security and other authorities as needed. For healthcare companies, registration with the National Medical Council may be required.

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