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Customs

Turning challenges into global opportunities

We provide comprehensive assistance in customs law, addressing the specific needs related to the nationalization of goods within Brazilian territory, either independently or in conjunction with domestic operations in industry, trade, or services. Our team develops customized solutions for operation modeling, prioritizing legal security, operational efficiency, and tax compliance in accordance with current regulations. 

We identify the most suitable regimes to optimize tax burdens and simplify operational procedures, reducing costs while anticipating and mitigating risks of scrutiny by tax and customs authorities. We offer consultancy to ensure legal compliance in the release of goods, including formal inquiries to clarify customs legislation. 

In the realm of disputes, our work involves administrative and judicial defense in cases of fines and penalties, safeguarding the interests and rights of our clients before competent authorities. 

  • Advisory and consultancy on key international trade topics, including supply chain planning for greater tax and administrative efficiency
  • Guidance on import and export procedures for goods and merchandise, including fiscal classification of goods and obtaining ex-tariff benefits
  • Analysis, consultancy, and management of processes related to obtaining special customs regimes (such as drawback, temporary admission, customs warehousing, etc.)
  • Handling administrative and judicial processes related to fiscal classification, customs valuation, imposition of penalties, detention, and forfeiture
  • Support in addressing administrative demands imposed by customs and tax authorities (customs offices, delegations, inspectorates, etc.)