The Q&A document is an essential resource that provides clear answers to the most frequently asked questions in retail. It saves valuable time by consolidating complex information into a practical and accessible format. Prepared by our team of experienced experts, it addresses key issues such as document types, business processes, the registration process and the applicable laws and regulations Read more

It is a detailed reference document that aims to define the full set of legal, regulatory, technical, and procedural requirements for operating in Brazil’s fiscal environment. It covers every compliance obligation necessary for POS systems, retailers, and software developers Read more

This is a high-level country overview document created to explain the fiscalization model in Brazil in a simplified, business-orientated format. It is particularly suitable for retailers entering the Brazilian market, as it provides a clear and structured overview of the country’s fiscalization framework, including both software-based and hardware-based models and upcoming regulatory transitions. It is equally valuable for POS and ERP solution providers, offering essential insights into compliance requirements, fiscal receipt issuance, and system integration expectations necessary to operate within Brazil’s tax environment Read more

Brazil is quietly rewriting the rules of how retail transactions are taxed and monitored. For international retailers and POS vendors, the country is moving away from hardware-based fiscal devices toward a fully software-driven model, while at the same time preparing one of the most ambitious tax reforms in its history. The result is a market that is large and attractive—but also tightly controlle... Read more

The purpose of this document is to emphasise the most important fiscalization characteristics in Brazil and requirements regarding receipts, invoices, return policies, online sales, record keeping, cash registers, VAT recording, penalties and store registration. Read more

Brazil has postponed the ban on issuing NFC-e (model 65) for transactions with legal entities (CNPJ) to January 5, 2026, giving businesses two extra months to transition to NF-e (model 55) for all B2B sales. The change reinforces the distinction between retail consumer invoices and corporate transactions, supporting national tax standardization under SPED. Companies must update systems, ensure cor... Read more