Spend more than 183 days in a Latin American country and you can become a tax resident on worldwide income. How the rule works in Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil.
Latin America · Taxes
Key Facts
The common thread. In most of Latin America, more than 183 days in a year can make you a tax resident.
Worldwide income. Tax residency usually means declaring worldwide income, not just local earnings.
The triggers differ. Some countries also look at your home or center of economic life, not only days.
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