International business and apostilles

Apostilles, legalizations, translations, foreign companies in Venezuela and business to and from abroad.

47 questions answered by licensed lawyers and accountants.

How do I pay you? All at once or in parts? Do you take Pago Móvil or bank transfer?

We adapt to you. For procedures over $100, you can pay half when we start and half on delivery. We accept Pago Móvil (Venezuelan instant mobile payment), bank transfer and cash, as well as financing with Cashea (pay in installments). We also have split payment, a tool of ours that splits an amount across several methods or several people. That way a relative or a partner can chip in their share until it's covered. For people abroad, we handle international methods. Book an advisory session and we'll work out the payment arrangement that suits you.

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Do you only work with big companies, or with the little guy too? It feels like people look down on you for being small.

We treat everyone the same, and that's not just talk. Here there are procedures from $1, and we work the same way with one person on their own as with a large group. Our philosophy is simple: all clients are equal, no matter the size of the procedure. Customer service is our calling, not a department. Nobody is going to look down on you for coming in with something small. Book an appointment at no cost whatsoever and let's get talking.

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Do you work with foreigners? I'm not from here, and I want to set up a business/invest in Venezuela, but I don't have a Venezuelan cédula.

Of course we work with foreigners, and it's something we do often. You don't need a Venezuelan cédula (national ID card) to invest or set up a business here; there are legal vehicles and paths designed precisely for that. We evaluate your case and tell you what requirements apply based on your situation and nationality. Then we stand with you through the whole process: incorporation, the RIF (Venezuelan tax ID), permits and registering your investment. And you can manage it remotely if you're not in Venezuela yet. Write to us today and let's talk.

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Will you keep me posted on how my procedure is going, or will I be left in the dark? You hand things over and never know if it's moving or not.

We keep you posted the whole time. From the moment you hire us, you get notifications by email, WhatsApp or text message with every step forward in your procedure. On top of that, you log in to your account and see for yourself where it stands, without depending on someone getting back to you. And you have your case number: you give it and any of our advisors opens it instantly. Handing things over and being left in the dark doesn't happen here. Write to us, we'll book a time and show you how it works.

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Why would you treat me well? I'm nobody. I don't have money or a big company, and I don't know anyone important. Won't you just help me grudgingly?

Because we're just like you. Here nobody looks down on anybody, and that's not just a nice line. This firm was born from people who started at the bottom, advising in churches and in consejos comunales (neighborhood community councils). We've worked with the person with the least money in the world and with large groups, and both are treated the same. You don't need to know anyone or own a company for us to treat you well. Send us a message and see for yourself.

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Can you help me even if I already started the procedure on my own and left it half-done and messed up? Or do I start from scratch?

Of course we'll help you, no matter what shape it's in. We salvage whatever was done right, so you don't lose what you invested, fix what went wrong and pick up from where it got stuck. You almost never have to start from scratch, and when you do, we tell you straight and explain why. There's nothing wrong with having tried it on your own: talking about it is what lets us help you quickly. Talk to us and we'll review it.

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I'm an older person, a senior, and I'm not good with the internet or modern phones. Will you be patient with me, or treat me like a nuisance?

We have all the patience in the world, and nobody here is a nuisance. Procedures are easy for us, so it doesn't matter how old you are or that you don't use the internet. We explain everything as many times as needed, and anything that has to be done on a screen, we do for you. If you prefer, write to us on WhatsApp or come to the office and we'll sit down with you and talk it over. You just tell us what you need. Book an appointment at no cost and let's begin the conversation.

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What if I make a mistake and accidentally give you wrong information? Will you check it first, or send the thing in with the error and leave me paying the price when it bounces back?

Nothing slips through on our end. Your case is in the hands of advisors, lawyers and accountants who review everything before submitting it, precisely because one wrong detail means it gets bounced back and we both lose time. If we see something that doesn't add up, we check with you before moving anything. And if an agency ever raised an objection because of a mistake of ours, we fix it at no cost to you: that's our service guarantee. Reserve your free appointment and we'll pick it up from there.

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I have a son studying abroad, and they're asking me for apostilled documents (birth certificate, transcripts, etc.). I'm in Venezuela, but I don't have time to stand in line. Can you get all of that and apostille it for me?

Forget about the lines; that's exactly what we do. We obtain, legalize and apostille every document they're asking for: the birth certificate, certified transcripts, diplomas, whatever is needed, and leave them ready to present abroad. You won't have to get up at dawn or lose days of work. And if they need to be sent abroad, we coordinate that too. Focus on your son, and leave the paperwork to us. Talk to us and we'll get started.

We handle it with these procedures: Academic documents package for abroad Apostille of a birth certificate for use abroad

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And how much is this going to cost me? The thing is, I don't have much money.

Don't worry, there's an option for every budget here. We have procedures from $1, and this FAQ section lets you get informed without paying anything. When you choose a procedure, we tell you the price up front, and if it's a stretch, you can pay in parts or split it among several people. What matters is that you get started and get it resolved; we adapt to you, not the other way around. Tell us what you need and we'll tell you clearly how much it is, no surprises. Tell us about your case, no strings attached.

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Do you only work in Maracay, or all over Venezuela?

We work all over Venezuela and outside the country too. Our platform is digital, so whether you're in Zulia, in Bolívar or in the most remote town, the service is exactly the same. We handle online procedures directly with you, and when something requires being there in person, we have representatives in different areas who show up on your behalf. Our headquarters is in Maracay, but our reach is national. Reserve your free appointment and we'll move forward from there.

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I want to bring in merchandise from China to sell here, but I know nothing about importing, customs or permits. Can you help me with all of that?

Of course, and we'll help you with that from the very start. Our customs and foreign trade specialist walks you through the whole path. You'll learn what registrations you need as an importer, what permits your type of goods requires, how the customs process works and what costs to plan for, so nothing catches you off guard. Bringing in goods without knowing this is the fastest way to get them stuck in customs. We go with you from the first container. Tell us about your case and we'll explain it all.

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Can I pay in installments?

Of course. We know money gets tight sometimes, so you can pay in parts. For procedures over $100, it's half when we start and half on delivery. We also have financing with Cashea (pay in installments) and split payment, which lets several people chip in to the same procedure until it's covered. What matters is that you get started. Book your free consultation and we'll look closely at your case.

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I import merchandise and I want to start exporting my products, shipping them abroad. Can you help me with everything legal I need to export?

What great news that you're ready to take that leap. Our foreign trade specialist puts together everything you need to export: your registration as an exporter, the permits and certificates your product requires for the destination market, and properly prepared shipping documents. We also guide you on what papers the buyer on the other side will ask for, which is where many people get stuck on their first shipment. Book an appointment, it costs nothing, and we'll walk you through your case.

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I already have my company and it's doing well here, but I want to open in Colombia or Panama too, expand to another country. Can you help me set up my company over there, or do you only work here in Venezuela?

I'll tell you our limit honestly. In Venezuela we handle absolutely every procedure, from start to finish. For other countries, we advise you on what's within our reach and support you through our network of partners in each country, according to the rules there. I'm not going to tell you we incorporate in Colombia or Panama as if it were here, because it wouldn't be true. What we do is guide you, prepare all your Venezuelan documents, apostilled, and connect you with the right professional there. Book your free consultation and we'll go over it together.

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I import merchandise from China, and sometimes customs holds it, or they ask for permits I don't have, and I lose money. Can you help me with all the import permits so my goods don't get stuck?

We'll help you, and this situation can be fixed. When goods get stuck in customs, it's almost always because of a permit or registration that was missing from the start, not bad luck. Our customs and foreign trade specialist reviews your operation and gets you any importer registrations you're missing. The specialist also processes the permits your type of goods requires, so your next container comes in clean. Every day stuck is money lost. Book your free consultation and we'll advise you on it.

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I have my trademark registered here in Venezuela, but I want to protect it abroad too because I plan to export. Can you help me register it in other countries?

We'll help you, and you're smart to think about it before exporting. Registering your trademark in Venezuela protects you here, but not in another country: there, if someone registers it first, the trademark is theirs and you lose your own name in that market. We advise you and handle international registration in the countries where you'll sell, and tell you what order makes sense based on your export plan. Registering it after someone copies you costs a fortune, if it can be done at all. Talk to us and we'll plan it.

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I want to hire foreign staff, or I'm a foreigner and want to work legally here with my company. Can you help me with work permits for foreigners?

We'll help you with both scenarios. If you're going to hire foreign staff, we process the work permits that let you do it properly and leave the hiring well structured. Hiring someone whose status isn't sorted out exposes you as the employer. And if you're the foreigner who wants to work or run your company here, we advise you on the visa and status that fit your case. Write to us, we'll set up a time and go over your situation.

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I sell products online to other countries, small-scale exporting, and I want to get paid through international platforms without my money getting frozen or running into tax trouble. Can you help me structure that legally?

We'll structure it legally, which is the only way to keep anything from being frozen. Selling abroad and getting paid through international platforms can be done fully in compliance, but it has to be set up right. That means the legal structure you invoice under, how each foreign sale is documented and how the income is declared. Most frozen funds happen because the account holder can't justify where the transaction came from. With everything documented, that doesn't happen to you. Tell us about your case and we'll design it.

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I need to import heavy machinery and vehicles for my business. Do you handle that kind of import, or is it very specialized?

We handle it. Importing heavy machinery and vehicles has its own path: specific permits, technical requirements, customs valuation and sometimes additional authorizations depending on the type of equipment and its year. It's an area where one miscalculated detail turns into goods sitting idle and storage costs that eat up your profit. Our specialist reviews the whole operation before you ship. Book your free appointment and we'll continue the conversation.

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I work from Venezuela for a foreign company that pays me from abroad. How do I declare it here to be compliant and keep them off my back?

We'll get you compliant, and more and more people need this. Working for a foreign company that pays you from abroad is perfectly legal, but you have to declare it properly here. That way the income is backed up and doesn't cause you trouble later, especially when you want to buy something or show where your money came from. We tell you what structure is best for receiving it, how to invoice if that applies, and how to declare it. Book your free consultation and let us advise you.

We handle it with these procedures: Personal income tax (ISLR) return Personal tax planning

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I'm going to sell to a company in another country, and they're asking for my documents apostilled. Can you prepare and apostille the whole package?

Gladly, and we'll make sure it's complete. When you sell to a foreign entity, they'll usually ask for your corporate documents legalized or apostilled: articles of incorporation and bylaws, registrations, compliance certificates, powers of attorney and sometimes financial statements. We obtain them, apostille them and hand them over ready in the format they're requiring. We also tell you which ones need translation by an intérprete público (sworn translator authorized in Venezuela), the only kind with legal validity. Book your free consultation and we'll look at it together.

We handle it with these procedures: Apostille of a commercial document for use abroad Legalization and apostille for use abroad (all-inclusive)

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A foreign investor is going to put capital into my company. Does that investment have to be registered somewhere?

It gets registered, and it's a step you don't want to skip. When a foreign investor puts capital into your company, that investment has to be formally registered, and that registration later backs up their investor status and everything that comes with it. Many people find out late, when they need to prove something and have nothing to show. We handle the registration and structure how the capital comes in, the right way. Message us on WhatsApp and we'll do it right from the start.

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I want to put compliance and legal risk prevention in place across my group so we can operate to international standards. Can you structure it for me?

We'll structure it for you. Putting compliance in place means building the system that keeps trouble from showing up. That means clear internal policies, control procedures, vetting who you do business with, staff training, and documenting everything that gets done. That protects you if you're ever reviewed, and more and more, your international counterparts will require it as a condition for working with you. Our team designs it to fit your group and your industry. Request your free consultation and we'll see how we can help.

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I'm Venezuelan and I live abroad, but I want to set up or keep a company in Venezuela without traveling. Can you handle everything there in Venezuela while I manage it remotely from abroad?

Yes, and without you traveling even once. This is one of our strong suits: you're abroad and we're here, acting on your behalf with a power of attorney you sign where you live and have apostilled. With that, we incorporate, maintain, file, and handle everything your company needs in Venezuela. We keep you posted every step of the way, send you everything in digital form, and you can pay using international payment methods. Thousands of Venezuelans handle their affairs here this way without leaving home. Reserve your free appointment and we'll take it from there.

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I'm moving out of the country and I want to leave my company running and well managed while I'm away. Can you run it for me here?

We'll run it for you, and that's exactly what we're here for. Before you leave, we get everything ready: the power of attorney with the right scope, the legal representation clearly defined, and the company's obligations organized so nothing expires while you're far away. We handle the legal and accounting side, and with Squuad you see your business in real time from your phone, wherever you are. You leave with peace of mind, and the business isn't left adrift. Book an appointment at no cost and we'll get the conversation started.

We handle it with this procedure: General power of attorney

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I'm abroad and I need documents from my Venezuelan company apostilled or legalized to use in another country. Can you process them and send them to me?

We'll process them and send them to you. We obtain whatever company documents you need, legalize and apostille them so they're valid in the country where you'll use them, and coordinate shipping to wherever you are. We also tell you which ones need a translation by an intérprete público (sworn translator authorized in Venezuela), since that's the only kind they accept. You just tell us what they're asking for and for which country. Book your free consultation and we'll review it together.

We handle it with these procedures: Apostille of a commercial document for use abroad Legalization and apostille for use abroad (all-inclusive)

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I'm abroad and I'm wary of paying someone in Venezuela I don't know, who then might not get back to me. How do I know you're serious, and how can I pay you safely from abroad?

I get it, and I'll answer you with facts. There are real people here who take care of you and get back to you, with a name and a face, and a physical office in Maracay you can check for yourself. Every procedure comes with its contract and its invoice, and your case gets its own number, so there's a record of everything. And for payment, we accept every method, domestic and international: Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, international accounts for bank transfers, and credit cards from Venezuela and abroad. Pay whichever way is easiest for you. Talk to us and get to know us before you decide.

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I'm a foreigner and I need a visa or status to work or invest legally in Venezuela. Can you advise me on the business immigration side?

We'll advise you on that. To operate or invest here as a foreigner, there are immigration conditions to meet. Which ones apply to you depends on your nationality, how long you'll be here, and whether you'll run your company in person or just put in the capital. We review your specific case and tell you what status fits you and what it takes to get it, without wasting your time on steps that never applied. Whenever you're ready, we'll book a time and assess it.

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I want to export my Venezuelan product and I don't know what permits or registrations I need. Can you take care of them for me?

Gladly. To export, you need your exporter registration. Depending on the product, you also need certificates of origin, health or phytosanitary permits, and other requirements that depend both on what you sell and on the country you ship to. Our specialist reviews your case, tells you exactly what applies, and handles all of it, plus prepares your shipping documents. That way your first shipment doesn't get stuck. Write to us today and we'll get started.

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I'm a foreigner and I want to buy a company that's already operating in Venezuela. Can you do the due diligence and make sure the purchase is safe?

We do, and in your case it's essential. Before you buy, we carry out full due diligence on the company: its legal and corporate standing, its debts, its labor liabilities, its tax status, and whether its permits are current. Many companies that look good from the outside carry contingencies the buyer inherits. With that review in hand, you decide based on real information, and then we structure the purchase so you're protected. Tell us about your case and we'll start with the due diligence.

We handle it with this procedure: Share sale or transfer

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I live abroad and I need to grant a power of attorney so you can act for me in Venezuela. How do I do it, at the consulate or where I live?

We'll guide you step by step. It's simpler than it looks. You can grant the power of attorney at the Venezuelan consulate in the country where you are, or before a local notary there and then have it apostilled. We draft the exact wording of the power of attorney, with just the right scope for what you need, no more and no less. We also tell you where to go and what to bring. Once it's signed and apostilled, you send it to us and we start acting on your behalf. Book an appointment at no cost and let's start the conversation.

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I'm a foreigner and I want to protect my investment in Venezuela against any risk. What legal structure works best for me?

We'll design the right structure for you. Protecting a foreign investment combines several things: the right corporate form, a shareholders' agreement defining your rights and your exit, formal registration of your investment, and airtight contracts with local partners and suppliers. We also look at how to ring-fence your risk so a setback in the operation doesn't touch the rest of your assets. It's set up before you invest, not after. Book your advisory session and we'll structure it.

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I'm a foreigner and I don't really know my way around the Venezuelan process. Will you help me and explain everything clearly, step by step?

Of course, and we'll take our time explaining all of it. Here you won't be talking to a robot or a system: there are real people who walk with you and explain each step in plain words. As many times as it takes, until you understand exactly what's being done and why. We know the Venezuelan system has its quirks, and nobody coming from abroad is expected to know them. Book an appointment, at no cost at all, and we'll get the conversation going.

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I want to start my project in Venezuela from scratch, from abroad, with everything compliant and in order from day one. Can you get it all started for me?

We'll get it all started for you, turnkey. On the legal side, we incorporate your company from here with your apostilled power of attorney, get your RIF (Venezuelan tax ID), and handle the permits your line of business requires. On the operations side, we leave Squuad up and running so you can invoice, control your inventory, and see your business in real time from your phone, wherever you are. You start out fully legal and organized from day one, without ever setting foot in Venezuela. Book your free consultation and we'll review it together.

We handle it with this procedure: New company setup package

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I work with Venezuelan clients abroad who want to buy or sell here. Can I serve them remotely with you?

Of course, and it's an excellent way to expand what you offer your client base. Your clients abroad can buy or sell here without traveling, by granting an apostilled power of attorney so someone can act on their behalf. We take care of all the legal, registry, and documentation work, and you remain the face your client sees. You bring the relationship and the trust; we get it done behind the scenes. Schedule a conversation and we'll explain how we'd work together.

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I need a foreign client to be able to buy a property here safely. Can you handle that?

We handle it, with the care a remote purchase calls for. First we verify that the property is free of liens, with its paperwork in order and no chain-of-title issues, because that's what prevents surprises after paying. Then we structure the deal so your client can buy through an apostilled power of attorney without traveling, and we record the purchase in their name at the registry. Everything is documented, with a report at every step. Message us on WhatsApp and we'll review it.

We handle it with these procedures: Property purchase and sale Title examination

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I import vehicles or auto parts and customs keeps holding up my goods. Can you help me with the permits?

We'll help, and we'll get to the root of the matter. When your goods get held up, it almost always means a permit or registration was missing before shipping, or what you're bringing in wasn't classified correctly. Our specialist reviews your operation, gets you whatever you're missing as an importer, and handles the permits your type of goods requires, so your next shipment clears without a hitch. Book your free consultation and we'll review it together.

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I want to make sure a vehicle isn't under retention of title and has no legal issues before I buy or sell it. Can you check it for me?

We check it, and it's one of the most important checks there is. Before you buy or sell, we confirm that the vehicle is not under retention of title (reserva de dominio). We also confirm it isn't subject to any court-ordered restriction and has no inconsistencies in its papers or its chain of ownership. That check is what keeps you from buying a car you later can't put in your name, or that someone comes to claim. It's quick, and it costs infinitely less than the mess. Book your advisory session and we'll verify it.

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I serve Venezuelan clients abroad who want to buy a car here. Can I handle that remotely with you?

Gladly, and it's a service we handle a lot. Your client abroad can buy here without traveling. They grant an apostilled power of attorney and we carry out the deal on their behalf, first verifying that the vehicle is clean and then handling the title transfer properly. You keep the relationship with your client, and we take care of all the legal and paperwork side behind the scenes. Set up a conversation and we'll walk you through how we work together.

We handle it with this procedure: Vehicle sale document

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I handle beauty or imported products. Can you help me with permits and importing?

We cover both. Beauty products that are imported and sold need their product health registration before they can be sold legally. That's exactly the document they ask for when you want to get into a retail chain or when an inspection shows up. On the customs side, our specialist handles the import permits your type of product requires. Selling without the registration is the most common risk in your line of business. Book your free consultation and we'll review it together.

We handle it with this procedure: Product health registration

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I import medical equipment and supplies. Can you help me with the health registration and importing?

We'll help you all the way, and in your industry it's a demanding road. Medical equipment and supplies require a product health registration before they can be sold, and customs usually asks for additional technical documentation. Our specialist handles the product registration and the import permits, and tells you up front what documentation you'll need from the manufacturer, which is what usually delays these operations. Reserve your free appointment and we'll take it from there.

We handle it with this procedure: Product health registration

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I import materials and tools. Can you help me with customs?

Count on us for customs. We review your whole operation: your importer registrations, the correct classification of what you're bringing in, and whatever permits apply to that type of material or tool. That upfront review is what prevents the surprises, the surcharges, and the days of storage fees that eat up the shipment's profit. Our foreign trade specialist works with you from before the goods ship. Whenever you like, we'll set up a time and look at it.

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I import clothing and shoes and customs keeps holding me up. Can you help?

It can be cleared, and in clothing and footwear this happens a lot. It's usually due to missing permits, labeling that doesn't meet requirements, or how the goods are classified. Our specialist reviews your operation, handles the registrations and permits you're missing, and tells you how the goods need to be marked at origin, which is where the holdup really gets fixed. Book your free appointment and let's keep talking.

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I import tech equipment. Can you help me with customs and taxes?

We cover both parts. Our customs specialist handles the permits and registrations your type of equipment requires. They also explain the customs treatment and the costs you need to plan for, including the taxes that apply to the operation, so you can set your selling price correctly ahead of time. Many importers realize too late that their margin went into customs clearance. Message us on WhatsApp and we'll run the numbers before you ship.

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I want to export what I produce. Can you help me with export permits?

We'll help with all of it. We handle your exporter registration and the permits and certificates your production needs. They vary depending on what you produce and which country you ship it to: certificate of origin, health or phytosanitary permits, and shipping documents. Our foreign trade specialist manages it for you and prepares the file the buyer on the other end will ask you for. Talk to us and we'll get your export ready.

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I want to bring my company from abroad to Venezuela. How is it done?

We set up your branch with the whole legal framework in order. A foreign company can operate here by establishing a domicile in Venezuela. To do that, the parent company's documents are legalized or apostilled, translated, and registered. Then comes the RIF (Venezuelan tax ID) and whatever else you need to operate. We tell you what to request abroad, and we take care of everything here. Book your free appointment and we'll look at your parent company's documents.

We handle it with this procedure: Foreign company registration in Venezuela (domiciliación)

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