Tax in Paraguay

BKM | Berkemeyer

BKM | Berkemeyer‘s tax department is a market leader, recognised for its outstanding expertise in the space, working with a diverse clientele, including businesses, non-profit organisations, individuals, trustees, high-net-worth families and fiduciaries. Led by seasoned professionals Federico Valinotti and Luciano Antonelli, the team excels in cross-border transactions and a wide array of tax matters. Valinotti specialises in international investments, cross-border transactions and sophisticated tax planning for M&A and restructurings. His extensive experience spans various industries, such as private equity, healthcare, finance and telecoms. Antonelli, a corporate tax expert with extensive experience, has advised prominent multinational companies and specialises in M&A.

Responsables de la pratique:

Fredrico Valinotti; Luciano Antonelli


Les références

‘I highlight as a strong point the prompt response and diligence with which they have answered my technical and tax questions. Furthermore, they have achieved successful results in tax litigation before the Supreme Court.’

‘Without a doubt, the firm has helped me achieve the best results for the assignments they have been given.’

‘Prestige, recognition and market positioning.’

Principaux clients

Inmobiliaria Raíces


Enex Paraguay


SACYR Concesiones – Rutas del Este


Fortaleza S.A. de Inmuebles


Cargill Agropecuaria


Dlocal Paraguay


IMSA – Industria Metalúrgica Sud Americana


Corporación Andina de Fomento


EMSA Inmobiliaria


Mi Tierra Inmobiliaria


Cámara Nacional de Comercio y Servicios del Paraguay


Kostianovsky Inmobiliaria


Cámara Paraguayo Mexicana de Comercio, Industria y Servicios CAPAMEX


EBC Group – Be8 Energy – Agroindustrial La Paloma


Global API Services


Moreira y Nuñez


Acciona Aguas Sucursal Paraguay


Tetra Pak Ltda. Sucursal Paraguay


Bolt


DAT Shaub


Sindec


Vitopel Argentina


Khairi


COIMPEX


Patricia Marchewka


Koibanx


Casatúa


Nativa Agrícola


SIF América


Bayer


Wholesale Brothers – BlackShepp


TMF Group


Avalon AFIPSA


Assuresoft Paraguay


Astarte Capital Partners


Beiersdorf


Exxis Paraguay


Unilever de Paraguay


Greenberg Traurig


Addiuva Group


DHT Proyecto Hidrogeno Verde


Consorcio ASI Paraguay


Abbot Labotatories – Pharma Internacional


Tropea


Johnson & Johnson del Paraguay


Hidrovias del Paraguay – Grupo Hidrovias Do Brasil


Parque Tecnológico Itaipú


Telefónica Celular del Paraguay


Hive Technologies


Comercial Santo Tomás


AGT Networks


PSI Paraguay


TCL Organic


Delivery Hero


Voith Hydro


Asociación Menonita de Ayuda Evangélica


Grupo Ayudin


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised around 30 companies in filling an unconstitutionality class action against the last paragraph of section 15 of the Tax Reform Act, which limits the deduction of the compensations paid by the company to any board member, manager or senior official who is also a shareholder, regarding of its holding at the company.
  • Provided comprehensive advisory services to Sacyr Concesiones SL, a company participating in bidding processes in Paraguay under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Law.
  • Providing comprehensive tax advisory services to Enex, supporting the company’s compliance with fiscal obligations and optimizing its tax strategy within the local regulatory framework.

Ferrere

Ferrere ‘s tax practice group has become a prominent leader in Paraguay’s legal sector, offering outstanding expertise to both local and multinational clients. The group provides advice on tax structures as well as local and cross-border transactions. It has worked across diverse industries such as tech, mining and finance, serving global clients like Netflix and Disney. Led by seasoned professionals Néstor Loizaga and Erika Bañuelos, it is actively involved in major projects, including transfer pricing, tax treaties, and mining ventures. It also navigates complex regulatory frameworks, including crypto asset guidelines, and participates in investment promotion laws. Loizaga specialises in tax matters related to investment frameworks, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate structures for local and international clients. Bañuelos, known for her role in high-profile transactions, also brings litigation experience from the Tax Administration. Associates María Julia Méndez and Tanya Moreno add further strength with their expertise in tax planning, customs and day-to-day operations.

Responsables de la pratique:

Erika Bañuelos; Néstor Loizaga


Autres avocats clés:

Tanya Moreno; María Julia Méndez


Principaux clients

BASF


Netflix


The Walt Disney Company


Credicentro


Bunge Paraguay


Electropar


Cargill


Impala Terminals


Marfrig Global Foods


Hidrovias Do Brazil


Consorcio del Sur (Eurofinsa S.A. and Ingeniería de Topografía y Caminos S.A.)


Navios Logistics


Colprem


Richford


Agrofertil


Asociación de Transitarios del Paraguay y Operadores Logísticos


Allied Tecnología


ThyssenKrupp Elevadores


3M


Siemens SA Colombia


Regional Seguros


Vale


Interbarge


Grupo Bimbo


Silvicapital


Megeve Investments


Roche Internacional


Terminal Occidental


Elkem


Cummins


Leoni Wiring Systems de Paraguay


Transbarge Navegacion


Interfisa Banco SAECA


Corporación Andina de Fomento


JP Morgan Chase & Co


Siena


Carbon Solutions Services


Kingspan Isoeste


Trafigura


Inpasa


Walden Capital Partners


ICON Wirtschaftstreuhand GmbH


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised INTERFISA on the implications and tax risks that could arise from using the instant payment method, which the Central Bank of Brazil created to transfer resources between accounts used by Brazilian citizens in businesses located in Paraguayan territory.
  • Advising Andritz AG, an Austrian tech group, in the tax matters related to the operation of Paracel as well as its Free Trade Zone User agreement with Paracel.

Vouga Abogados

Vouga Abogados’s tax department excels in tax advisory, providing expert guidance to both national and international clients on complex fiscal matters. The team is deeply involved in major projects, including Paraguay’s largest private investment under the free trade zone framework and the landmark Banco Atlas-Banco Familiar merger. Beyond corporate taxation, the department offers in-depth expertise in transfer pricing, tax treaties, carbon credit regulations and electronic invoicing. Practice head Rodolfo Vouga is a distinguished tax specialist, advising multinational clients across various industries and playing a pivotal role in high-profile transactions. Rodolfo G Vouga is particularly recognised for his proficiency in cross-border taxation, M&A and foreign investment incentives. Andrés Vera, co-leading the practice, excels in tax efficiency, corporate restructurings and major acquisitions. Horacio Sánchez, also co-leading, focuses on large-scale private investments and investment fund taxation.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rodolfo Vouga; Andres Vera; Horacio Sanchez


Autres avocats clés:

Rodolfo G Vouga


Les références

‘The team is exceptional. A highly trained team focused on providing excellent customer service.’

‘Andrés Vera is undoubtedly one of the best tax law specialists currently available. His knowledge of the law, combined with his extensive practice, distinguishes him from other consultancies in the local market.’

‘They are highly trained professionals, with in-depth knowledge of the subject they support us with, and extensive experience.’

Principaux clients

Archer Daniels Midland


Naviera Chaco


Aic Seguros


Prosegur Paraguay


Consorcio Expo – UIP / ARP


UIP (Paraguayan Industrial Association)


British American Tobacco Productora de Cigarrillos – PROBAT


Copetrol


Paraguay Energy (Nextar)


John Deere Financial Chile


Zavidoro Corporations – Sucursal Paraguay


GLT Casa de Bolsa


Grant Thornton


Paracel


Prosegur Paraguay


Alcogreen


INPASA Paraguay


SYSNEO


Banco Atlas


Fundación Saraki


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Paracel S.A., the private investment project, in the setting up one of the firsts Industrial Free Trade Zone in Paraguay.
  • Advising Banco Atlas in its process of consolidation merger with Banco Familiar.
  • Advised Global-Woods on the fiscal impact of its projected operations in Paraguay.

Mascareño Vargas - Asesores

The tax team at Mascareño Vargas - Asesores specialises in corporate tax structuring, international tax planning, M&A, transfer pricing and dispute resolution. Mauro Mascareño is a seasoned expert in tax policy and corporate finance. Carlos Vargas Bordozo, a national and international tax law expert, leads corporate tax advisory, business reorganisations and investment projects, particularly for tech and e-commerce firms. Rodrigo Gómez Sánchez, an authority in M&A, financing and regulatory compliance, advises tech and infrastructure companies across Paraguay and the region.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mauro Mascareño; Carlos Vargas Cardozo; Rodrigo Gómez Sánchez


Les références

‘They are an agile, dynamic, and collaborative team. They take the time to understand not only the client’s need, but also the context of those needs. When searching for solutions, they have extensive resources, allowing them to offer solutions and alternatives.’

‘Mauro Mascareño’s leadership clearly sets the pace and the standard. He has extensive experience and resources, and he has a motivated and highly qualified team.’

Principaux clients

Deriv Paraguay


Alps Blockchain


Tarquino


Compañía de Petróleo y Asfalto


Tavamay


Telefónica Celular del Paraguay


Sacyr


Rutas del Este


Cruzmonte


Cooperativa Chortitzer Limitada


Original Partners


Inversiones Terra G


Farmedis


Penguin GroupVía Brasil


Hutt


Aromaseed Paraguay


Peroni Sosa Tellechea Burt & Narvaja

Peroni Sosa Tellechea Burt & Narvaja’s tax team combines legal and financial expertise to provide comprehensive support in both advisory and contentious matters. The group assists clients with tax-efficient corporate structures, international taxation and regulatory compliance, while also achieving favourable outcomes in audits and litigation. Led by Horacio Peroni and Juan Carlos Boggino, the team has been instrumental in structuring major transactions and securing significant tax recoveries for its clients. Peroni specialises in international taxation, transfer pricing and corporate tax structures, frequently advising on tax disputes involving double tax treaties, income tax and VAT. Boggino is an expert in customs duties, double tax treaties, transfer pricing and VAT disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Horacio Peroni; Juan Carlos Boggino


Principaux dossiers