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Simples Nacional

Active Flat rate

Brazil · special tax regime

Flat rate 4.0%
Duration —
Prior non-residency — required before applying
Standard top income tax 27.5% Brazil, without the regime

Overview

Regime
Simples Nacional
Country
Brazil
Type
Flat rate
Status
Active
Effective from
Jul 1, 2007
Expires on
—

Details

Summary
Simplified tax regime for micro and small businesses, combining federal, state, and municipal taxes into a single progressive rate.
Eligibility
Micro enterprises (annual gross revenue up to BRL 360,000) and small businesses (up to BRL 4.8M).
Benefits
Single payment covering up to 8 taxes (IRPJ, CSLL, PIS, COFINS, IPI, ICMS, ISS, and CPP). Rates from 4% to 33% depending on revenue band and business activity.
Requirements
Annual gross revenue must not exceed BRL 4.8M. Must not have disqualifying corporate structures.
Limitations
Not available for all business activities. Revenue cap of BRL 4.8M. Certain professional services excluded.
Income types covered
Business income from qualifying activities.
Duration details
Indefinite while qualifying.

View source PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries