Open a company in Brazil as a foreigner — the 2026 playbook
CPF, CNAE, fiscal address, social contract, CNPJ, bank account, taxes.
The 6-step playbook
Each step links to the deep guide.
1
Get your CPF
CPF for foreigners guide →2
Choose your company type & CNAE
CNAE codes & how to choose →3
Secure a fiscal address
With the Fiscal plan, the CNPJ uses our address in Porto Alegre instead of your home address.
What can run from a virtual office →4
Draft the social contract & register
Opening the CNPJ remains with your accountant.
Social contract & partner changes →5
Open a business bank account
Business bank account in Brazil →6
Stay compliant: taxes, eSocial, LGPD
Simples Nacional tax guide →Deeper reading
Taxes
Brazil tax reform 2026: foreign founder impact
TaxesSimples Nacional: brackets, annexes & DAS
ComplianceeSocial filing guide
ContractsPJ service contracts: 12 essential clauses
ComplianceLGPD for small businesses
SetupCNAE codes for Brazilian companies
SetupCPF for foreigners — full guide
AddressAllowed activities for virtual office
BankingBusiness bank account in Brazil
TradeImport-export & Radar Siscomex
TaxesISS service tax explained
TaxesMEI annual declaration (DASN-SIMEI)
ContractsPartner changes: entry, exit, percentage
ContractsShareholders agreement Brazil: clauses & template
FAQ
What does a virtual office (sede fiscal) cost in Brazil?
Fiscal Address: R$ 59.00/month, paid annually upfront (R$ 708.00 per year) or R$ 99.00/month on the monthly plan.
Need a fiscal address to start?
Fiscal Address: R$ 59.00/month, paid annually upfront.
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