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Legal, tax and labor updates that affect companies operating in El Salvador.
The UIF updates its registry of Obligated Entities: what changes for your company?
The UIF updated its registry of Obligated Entities on its own initiative under the new Special Law for the Prevention, Control and Punishment of ML/TF/PF. Some sectors were deregistered, while others keep their compliance obligations.
El Salvador eliminates the 10% tariff on exports to the United States
El Salvador and the United States ratified a Reciprocal Trade Agreement that eliminates the 10% tariff on Salvadoran exports to the U.S. market, opening new opportunities for exporters and investors.
El Salvador's new Personal Data Protection Law: key points for businesses
The new law sets obligations for companies and other organizations that collect or process personal data, including security measures, consent, privacy policies and handling data subjects' rights.
What does your company gain by outsourcing payroll and Human Resources?
Outsourcing payroll and Human Resources can reduce administrative workload, make labor compliance easier and give access to specialized talent, while the company stays focused on its operations.
When is a service performed in El Salvador considered an export?
Not every service provided from El Salvador qualifies as an export. Specific conditions apply regarding where it is performed, who contracts it and, above all, where the service is used and enjoyed.
External audits in El Salvador: who is required to have one?
An external audit provides an independent review of a company's financial information and, in certain cases, is a legal requirement. Find out who must appoint an external auditor and which reports are issued.