Work in Brazil for a company in Portugal
Can I live in Brazil and work remotely for a company in Portugal?
Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:
- You need to have a company in Portugal to sponsor you.
- You need to have a company in Brazil to sponsor you.
- You need to have a company in both countries to sponsor you.
How to find remote work in Portugal while living in Brazil?
Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Portugal even though you are located in Brazil. For that we will give you some tips.
Portugal is a country with a lot of possibilities to work remotely, as it is a very welcoming country for foreigners.
There are many remote jobs in Portugal, and it is not difficult to find one.
How to get paid in Brazil when working remotely for a corporation in Portugal?
You can get paid in Brazil even if you are working for a company in Portugal, however , you need to be careful and follow the rules.
If you are working for a company in Portugal, you will most likely be paid in Euros. When you get paid, you will receive an invoice in Euros.
If you are working for a company in Brazil, you will most likely be paid in Brazilian Reais. When you get paid, you will receive an invoice in Brazilian Reais.
To be paid in Brazil, you need to be paid in Brazilian Reais.
How do taxes work in Brazil if I’m working remotely for a company Brazil?
When working remotely in Brazil for a firm based in Portugal, taxes might be tricky, therefore you need to understand what is tax in Brazil.
Tax in Brazil
Tax in Brazil is very simple. It is calculated on the basis of the tax base.
Tax base is the total of your income (salary, commission, dividends, etc.) and the total of your expenses (rent, utilities, food, etc.).
The tax base is then divided into two parts.
The first part is the income tax. The income tax is calculated on the basis of the tax base and the tax rate.
The second part is the social security tax. The social security tax is calculated on the basis of the tax base and the social security tax rate.
Tax rates in Brazil
Tax rates in Brazil are not high.
The income tax rate is 35% and the social security tax rate is 4%.
If you are working in Brazil for a firm based in Portugal, you will be taxed on your income.
If you are working in Brazil for a firm based in Brazil, you will be taxed on your income.