A Declaration of Definitive Departure from the Country (DSDP) it's the last Income Tax Declaration which must be delivered to the Federal Revenue Service by anyone who leaves Brazil permanently or becomes a non-resident.

In simple terms, it is the document that formalizes the taxpayer's departure from the country and regularizes their tax situation with the Federal Revenue Service. From this declaration, the Brazilian ceases to be taxed as a resident and becomes officially recognized as a non-tax resident.

Who should deliver

Delivery is mandatory for anyone who:

• Leaves Brazil permanently;

• Leaves on a temporary basis and remains away for more than 12 consecutive months.

After submitting the DSDP, the taxpayer you are no longer required to declare your annual Income Tax in Brazil, except in cases of income from Brazilian sources.

Difference between Communication and Declaration of Final Departure

Although they are related, Communication It is Declaration of Final Departure are distinct stages of the tax regularization process.

• Communication of Final Departure

  It's done before the final departure and serves to inform the Federal Revenue Service that the taxpayer will no longer be resident in Brazil. It does not immediately change tax status, but adjusts income taxation from the date of departure.

• Declaration of Final Departure

  It's done the year after leaving and represents the final step in the process. With its submission, the taxpayer's tax status is officially changed to non-resident, and it is now taxed only on income from sources located in Brazil.

After the Communication and the Declaration, the tax closure process is completed, ensuring that the taxpayer is in compliance with Brazilian legislation and avoids future issues.