Your GAteway to Rio de Janeiro

Your trusted Consultancy for making serious moves in Brazil

INVESTMENT COMPANY SET UP LEGAL TAX VISA REAL ESTATE RENOVATIONS

Navigate Rio de Janeiro and Brazil with confidence and clarity, backed by expert legal guidance, strategic planning, and seamless project coordination from start to finish.

We Solve What Other Complicate

What gets
in the way

Most people face the same obstacles when establishing themselves in Rio. You lack trusted local contacts, struggle with language barriers, get overwhelmed by complex regulations, and make costly mistakes.

1

No Trusted
Local Contacts

You don't know who to trust locally and lack reliable connections to navigate the system.

3

Complex Regulations
& Slow Offices

Rules are complicated, government offices are slow, and processes get stuck for months.

2

Language &
Cultural Barriers

You're missing context on how things actually work and cultural nuances that matter.

4

Costly
Mistakes

Wrong choices that waste months and thousands of dollars in legal fees and delays.

Who We Work With

You want to establish a base in Rio de Janeiro without the typical bureaucratic headaches.​

Real Estate
Investors​

Seeking legal security and/or residency through property investment​

Founders and
Entrepreneurs​

Expanding into Brazil and need business and project setup support.

Digital
Nomads

Building a legal base while splitting time across countries​

Current
Residents ​

Already in Rio but need visa upgrades or better
structure.

services

We handle everything so you don't have to ​

We help serious clients invest, settle, and grow in Brazil with legal safety and execution power.​

Rio Expertise Comes
First​

Deep knowledge of the city, Brazilian laws, tax and local market dynamics. We understand what works and what doesn't.

Complete Project
Control​

Clear timelines, specific responsibilities and regular updates.
You always know where things stand.

Legal Certainty &
Multilingual Support​

Our Brazilian lawyer reviews every document and contract. Team fluent in Portuguese, English, German, and Spanish.

Trusted Partner
Network

We work exclusively with trusted brokers, accountants, architects, engineers, and contractors who meet our standards.

Your Complete Rio Solution

What we deliver

Strategic
Consultancy &
Troubleshooting

Clarity for complex cases, blocked processes, or undocumented risks. Bureaucracy fix-ups, overstays, compliance errors, stalled contracts. Professional sparring partner when you're stuck or overwhelmed.

Real Estate
Investment
Advisory

Property sourcing and due diligence with legal structuring. Visa-compatible purchase plans, escritura, registration and renovation coordination. Safe international transfers and tax compliance. Investment: BRL 1M+ Urban Centers | BRL 700k+ Northeast

Property Design,
Renovation &
Project Management

End-to-end coordination of renovation and remodeling projects. Connection to trusted architects and licensed contractors. Material sourcing, budgeting, and contract supervision with weekly progress updates and photos.

Investor
& Director
Visa Execution

Strategic residency pathways based on investment or business activity (RN13 for investors, RN11 for foreign company directors). Full legal handling: CPF, CRNM, Powers of Attorney, filings. Business plan creation and residency strategy.

Company
Formation &
Market Entry

Company (LTDA) formation for residency, investment, or operations. Simples Nacional and Lucro Presumido structuring. Local representation and legal address setup. Ongoing support for licensing, contracts, and compliance.

Ongoing
Client Support
& Care

We're here for the long term, not just the initial setup. Visa renewals, government filings, and handling new challenges that arise. We care about your continued success in Rio and remain available as your trusted local contact when life or business changes require support.

Experience

Team

We connect global strategy with local expertise in Brazil. We are efficient, confident and problem-solving. 

From your first step to long-term growth, we simplify complex challenges and deliver results.

Austrian native, fluent in Portuguese, English, German, and Spanish. 10+ years managing projects and across Europe and Latin America. Cuts through complicated situations to find workable solutions.
Amelia Reiss
Lead Consultant & Project Manager
Brazilian native, handles all legal documents and contracts. Ensures everything meets Brazilian compliance standards. Calm, precise, and detail-oriented.
Amanda Tristão
Legal Counsel & Contract Specialist

Our Vision

We open the doors of Rio de Janeiro to the world by turning complexity into clarity. Through strategic consulting, legal expertise and market insights, we don’t just solve challenges; we transform them into lasting opportunities. With transparency, precision and long-term partnerships, we help you grow with confidence and purpose.

Our Mission

Your journey in Brazil doesn’t need to be complicated. We guide international clients step by step, from planning to execution, so you can feel secure at every stage. Built on honesty and trust, our mission is simple: we take care of the details while you stay focused on what truly matters, achieving your goals.

 

Feedback

Our Clients

We work with real estate investors seeking legal security or residency, entrepreneurs expanding into Brazil, professionals already in Brazil needing visa upgrades or structure as well as remote founders or families building a legal base and Dual-nationals seeking long-term solutions.

Florian S.

"In just one session, Amelia helped me untangle a complex situation I’d been overthinking for weeks. Her clarity and local insight were exactly what I needed."

Tom K.​

"Thanks to their motivational presence, problem solving skills and locallegal knowledge, I now have a local company, a visa, and an apartment."

Lisa B.​

"Amanda was exceptional and gave me the security I needed. I never felt unsure about a single step - she is amazing with setting up contracts."

FAQ

Common Questions

You ask, we answer – if you have other specific questions, feel free to email us.

Yes — we structure real estate investments to qualify for long-term legal residency.

Expect BRL 1M+ for Urban Centers or 700k+ for the Northeast. We ensure your investment qualifies for visa thresholds, and renovation costs can be included.

Yes. We help foreigners already in Brazil restructure and apply for legal residency pathways through investment or company formation.

Absolutely. We handle every step — bank, CRNM, escritura, renovation — with full reporting and secure channels. If necessary we also work under POA. 

We guide you through Central Bank registration, exchange strategy, and banking partners to ensure compliant and documented transfers.

That’s what we’re here for. We take over blocked or broken processes, solve the core issue, and realign the project to move forward legally.

Let's Get It Done

Our Process

1

Start With a Free
30 min Call

Begin with a consultation to discuss your goals and challenges. We listen carefully and outline the best path forward for you.

2

Get Your Action Plan
& Budget

We prepare a clear list of issues, solutions, and estimated costs. This roadmap shows exactly what needs to be done.

3

Move Forward With
Us

We coordinate each step, connect you to our in-house or partner experts, and ensure everything runs smoothly. 

get in touch

Schedule a free consultation

Stop second-guessing yourself. Let’s clear your doubts, map out your next steps, and give you a real plan that works.
Book your call today.

Email us

Contact us with your questions

Whether you’re planning your first move or dealing with a complex situation that’s got you stuck, we’re here to help. 

Stop second-guessing.
Let's have a call and make a real plan that works.

Make better decisions, faster.
Let’s talk through your questions and map out your next steps.

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