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Legal services for foreign investors in Brazil

Legal structuring for foreign investors looking to invest in Brazil with security, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

Legal services for foreigners in Brazil

Real estate acquisitions in Brazil

by foreign investors

Company formation in Brazil

with foreign capital

International tax, estate,

and wealth structuring

Immigration, visas,

and residence permits

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Foreign investment structuring in Brazil

Foreign currency transactions, real estate assets, corporate structures, and cross-border flows

SCCM Advogados structures international transactions in foreign currency linked to investments in Brazil, integrating cross-border fund transfers, real estate acquisitions by foreign investors, company formation, and the tax and wealth organization of each investment.

Our practice combines real estate, corporate, and tax law to ensure that capital inflow, asset ownership, and repatriation conditions are aligned from the outset of the transaction.

  • Foreign investment in Brazil

    We structure investment projects for foreign investors, family offices, and international groups in Brazil, defining the legal and financial framework of each transaction, payment flows, applicable registrations, and asset protection mechanisms.

  • Real estate acquisitions by foreign investors

    We lead real estate acquisition transactions in Brazil for non-residents, covering legal due diligence, contract negotiation, structuring of cross-border fund transfers, and secure registration of property ownership.

  • Company formation in Brazil with foreign capital

    We structure the incorporation of Brazilian companies by foreign investors, including corporate structuring, drafting of corporate documents, foreign direct investment registration, and organization of financial flows between Brazil and abroad.

  • Cross-border fund transfers

    We structure foreign exchange transactions for investment in Brazil, with particular attention to source of funds, documentation traceability, regulatory framework, and future repatriation of capital, income, or sale proceeds.

  • Legal, tax, and wealth structuring

    Each transaction is analyzed from a legal, tax, and wealth perspective, ensuring that asset ownership and investment structures reflect the investor’s economic objectives and the international nature of the transaction.

  • International clients

    SCCM Advogados works in Portuguese, French, English, and Spanish, with solid experience assisting foreign investors who invest, reside, or hold assets in Brazil.

Structured process for investing in Brazil

We organize the legal, corporate, tax, and regulatory steps of each transaction to reduce local friction, ensure compliance, and bring predictability to the investment process.

Início
  • Urban and rural real estate due diligence, including registry, tax, and environmental aspects.
  • Negotiation with sellers, brokers, and other parties involved.
  • Drafting and review of acquisition agreements.
  • Structuring of cross-border fund transfers linked to the property acquisition.
  • Registration of title before the competent Real Estate Registry.
  • Record updates with local authorities and utility providers.
Fim
Início
  • Representation of non-resident shareholders and investors in Brazil.
  • Definition of the corporate and tax structure aligned with the investment.
  • Incorporation of Brazilian companies with foreign capital.
  • Drafting of bylaws, shareholders’ agreements, and corporate documents.
  • Registration of foreign investment before the Brazilian Central Bank.
  • Support in obtaining licenses, registrations, and operational permits.
Fim
Início
  • Comparative analysis between Brazilian succession law and the investor’s home jurisdiction.
  • Judicial and out-of-court representation in cross-border probate and inheritance matters.
  • Structuring of the transfer or liquidation of assets located in Brazil.
  • Organization of cross-border transfers of inherited assets.
  • Estate planning through holding companies and wealth structures.
Fim
Início
  • Assistance with residence permits, visas, and immigration regularization.
  • Applications based on real estate investment, business investment, employment, family reunification, retirement, or digital nomad status.
  • Legalization, apostille, and translation of foreign documents.
  • Support before the Federal Police and other Brazilian authorities.
Fim

Frequently asked questions

Key information for foreign investors looking to invest, acquire assets, or set up a company in Brazil.

Yes. Foreigners can acquire real estate in Brazil, subject to specific rules applicable to certain assets, such as rural properties or border areas. The transaction requires legal due diligence, proper structuring of international payments, compliant contractual documentation, and registration before the appropriate registry.

Cross-border transfers must be executed through an authorized financial institution, with proper documentation evidencing the source of funds and the economic purpose of the transaction. For corporate investments, registration with the Brazilian Central Bank may be required.

Yes. Foreign investors can incorporate or participate in Brazilian companies. In general, a non-resident investor must appoint a legal representative in Brazil and arrange foreign direct investment registration, in addition to complying with applicable corporate, tax, and regulatory requirements.

Yes, provided the transaction has been properly structured and registered when required. The repatriation of capital, profits, income, or sale proceeds depends on the nature of the investment, supporting documentation, and compliance with foreign exchange and tax regulations.

Yes. In most cases, non-resident investors must appoint a legal representative in Brazil to acquire property, open a company, register foreign investment, and comply with local tax and regulatory requirements.

SCCM Advogados

SCCM Advogados is a boutique law firm with an international focus, dedicated to the legal structuring of foreign investments in Brazil. The firm combines experience in real estate, corporate, tax, estate planning, and immigration law to handle transactions involving foreign currency, asset acquisition, company formation, and wealth organization.

The firm represents clients from Europe, the United States, and other international markets, offering services in Portuguese, French, English, and Spanish.

Legal assistance for foreign investors