Brazil vs. New Zealand at a Glance

Scale Faster. Tap Brazil’s Talent. Outpace New Zealand’s Costs.
Curious how Brazil stacks up against New Zealand for rapid expansion? This page compares both markets across core economic, corporate and workforce factors. See where costs drop, protections rise and innovation accelerates. Discover why more Kiwi firms choose Brazil to grow.
Economy
Compare Market Fundamentals
Brazil’s scale and consumer demand often surprise Kiwi investors. Explore New Zealand’s headline indicators below, then weigh Brazil’s bigger, fast-evolving numbers featured beside them on this page.


Key Economic Indicators – New Zealand
Country | GDP per capita (PPP, US$) | Real GDP growth 2025 (%) | Inflation 2024 (%) | Unemployment 2023 (%) |
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Brazil | 10816 | 2.2 | 4.83 | 7.95 |
New Zealand | 48234 | 1.9 | 2.2 | 3.74 |

Starting a Company: Brazil vs. New Zealand
New Zealand is famously simple to incorporate in—but Brazil allows faster scaling once you partner with our on-the-ground experts. Review the Kiwi benchmarks below.
Company Formation Metrics – New Zealand
Country | Procedures to start a company (number) | Average time to incorporate (days) | Incorporation cost (% of income per capita) | Minority‑investor protection index (0‑10) | Tax payments per year (number) |
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Brazil | 11 | 17 | 4.8 | 6.5 | 9 |
New Zealand | 1 | 17 | 0.2 | 6.5 | 7 |
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Today's States
Country | Currency | Price | Volume ( 24h ) | Change |
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Bitcoin | BTC - USD | $9780 | $368,645,000 | +4.8% |
Ethereum | ETH - USD | $305 | $224,180,000 | -3.2% |
Litecoin | BTC - USD | $80 | $283,573,000 | +2.2% |
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Today's States
Name | Currency | Price | Volume ( 24h ) | Change |
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Bitcoin | BTC - USD | $9780 | $368,645,000 | +4.8% |
Ethereum | ETH - USD | $305 | $224,180,000 | -3.2% |
Litecoin | BTC - USD | $80 | $283,573,000 | +2.2% |
Name | Brazil | New Zealand |
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Max legal working hours (h/week) | BTC - USD | $305 |
Statutory paid annual leave (days) | ETH - USD | $305 |
Min. dismissal notice (days) | BTC - USD | $80 |
Severance pay /year of service (mo.) | BTC - USD | $80 |
Maternity leave (wks, % pay) | BTC - USD | $80 |
Minimum paid vacation days by law | BTC - USD | $80 |
Public paid holidays per year | BTC - USD | $80 |
Sick leave: duration & wage replacement | BTC - USD | $80 |
Sick leave: duration & wage replacement | BTC - USD | $80 |
Parental leave: weeks & pay | BTC - USD | $80 |
Employer social-security contribution rate (% of payroll) | BTC - USD | $80 |
Employer of Record (EOR)
Hire Brazilian staff in days while we handle contracts, payroll and compliance.
Read MoreProfessional Employer Organization (PEO)
Co-employ talent and keep full operational control without opening a local entity.
Read MorePayroll Management
Automate payslips, taxes and benefits under constantly changing Brazilian rules.
Read MoreRegulatory Compliance
Stay audit-ready with proactive monitoring of federal, state and municipal updates.
Read MoreBroaden Your Capabilities
See How Wide Brazil Covers Every Compliance Need
Our multilingual specialists provide end-to-end support so New Zealand companies enter Brazil smoothly, stay compliant and scale with confidence.
Testimonials



Graça BullaraHR Manager, AverisPartnering with Wide Brazil has been instrumental in launching our operations in Brazil. Their unparalleled services, considered the best in the country, have enabled us to swiftly onboard new staff. The lightning-fast and comprehensive support they provide has ensured a seamless transition, empowering our success in hiring and expanding. A decision we celebrate every day!
Thomás Della TorreGlobal Recruiter, Blue PremiumWorking with Wide Brazil has been a game-changer for our recruitment agency. Their exceptional services, by far the best in Brazil, come at a great price. We're thrilled by their lightning-fast onboarding process and unparalleled support, which have truly elevated our recruitment efforts. A partnership that's redefined our standards!
Confidential ClientGlobal EOR FirmOpting for Wide Brazil proved instrumental in our global EOR endeavors. Their exceptional services streamlined the onboarding of our new workforce in Brazil, while their unwavering support made navigating complex regulations remarkably straightforward. The team’s dedication and expertise transformed our expansion into the Brazilian market into a remarkably hassle-free experience!

Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to the issues we discuss most with New Zealand clients.
- Entity setup
- Hiring speed
- Tax exposure
How quickly can we onboard Brazilian employees with EOR?
Most New Zealand clients complete paperwork and start paying staff within 10 business days once documentation is supplied.
Do we need to open a Brazilian bank account?
No. Wide Brazil manages local payroll disbursement and statutory taxes, issuing consolidated invoices to your New Zealand headquarters.
Are employment contracts bilingual?
Yes. We draft contracts in Portuguese for legal compliance and provide English translations so your HR team understands every clause.
Can we convert EOR staff to our own entity later?
Absolutely. When you are ready to incorporate, we manage transfers, severances and rehiring to ensure a seamless transition.