Investment & Securities Law Colombia

Investment Optimization

Select the optimal investment vehicle for your Colombian operations. We analyze options including SAS (Simplified Stock Corporation), Branch Office (Sucursal), and Limited Liability structures. Our team ensures compliance with Código de Comercio requirements while structuring for tax efficiency, RUT registration, and operational flexibility.

SAS Formation Strategy
Branch Office Analysis
Holding Company Structures
Subsidiary Optimization

Optimize your tax position through strategic structuring. We implement efficient structures for income tax (35%), transfer pricing compliance, and tax treaty benefits. Key focus includes thin capitalization rules, CFC regulations, and VAT optimization through special regimes like Free Trade Zones (15% rate).

Tax Treaty Applications
Transfer Pricing Strategy
Free Zone Benefits
WHT Optimization

Secure your investment through strategic legal frameworks. We structure investments under BIT protection, implement Legal Stability Agreements (CEJ), and ensure compliance with Foreign Investment regulations. Our expertise includes exchange control structuring and capital repatriation planning.

BIT Structure Planning
Stability Agreement Setup
Exchange Control Strategy
Repatriation Planning

Structure efficient operations from day one. We handle Corporate Governance requirements, implement internal control systems (SAGRILAFT), and ensure compliance with sector-specific regulations. Focus includes labor structuring, IP Protection, and operational permits.

Governance Framework
Compliance Systems
Labor Structuring
IP Protection Strategy

Plan Your Structure

Key Planning Questions

The optimal structure depends on your operational needs, tax considerations, and regulatory requirements. SAS companies offer flexibility and simplified governance, while branch offices provide direct operational presence. We analyze factors including liability protection, tax efficiency, and operational requirements.

Tax optimization strategies include Free Trade Zone operations (15% rate), treaty benefits application, and transfer pricing planning. We structure operations to maximize available benefits while ensuring compliance with thin capitalization rules and CFC regulations.

Key protections include BIT coverage, Legal Stability Agreements (CEJ), and regulatory frameworks. We structure investments to maximize protection while ensuring efficient operations and compliance with Foreign Investment regulations.

Repatriation requires Strategic Planning for exchange control compliance and tax efficiency. We structure dividend distributions, develop transfer pricing policies, and implement efficient intercompany transaction frameworks.

Required systems include SAGRILAFT compliance, Corporate Governance frameworks, and internal controls. We implement comprehensive compliance programs tailored to your operational needs and regulatory requirements.