Tax and accounting in Nicaragua

Self-employed or running a company in Nicaragua: what to know

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How do I register a business in Nicaragua?

The ways to trade, as self-employed or through a company, the steps to register and who you register with. Read the Nicaragua Company Formation & Entity Choice Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team.

How does income tax work in Nicaragua?

Who pays, how the tax is worked out, what you can deduct and when to file, including for the self-employed. Read the Nicaragua Income Tax -- Rentas del Trabajo Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team. 2 more Nicaragua Guides on this below.

How do VAT and sales taxes work in Nicaragua?

When you have to register, how often you file and what you can claim back. Read the Nicaragua IVA Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team.

What do I need to do to pay staff in Nicaragua?

Withholding, social contributions and the employer registrations and filings. Read the Nicaragua Social Security & Payroll Contributions (INSS / INATEC / IR Salarial) Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team. 1 more Nicaragua Guide on this below.

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