Do You Have MEI? Everything You Need to Know About the New Obligation to Issue NFS-e in Brazil

The Federal Government Shook Things Up and Implemented a New National Electronic Services Invoice (NFS-e) Issuance System.

And now? Well, the rule is clear: if you are a Microentrepreneur and provide services to companies, you need to pay attention to this new system.

The Management Committee of the National Simple (CGSN) is behind this innovation. The goal is to simplify the life of the Microentrepreneurs by establishing a unified invoice model for all corners of Brazil. The good news is that you no longer need to run after licenses in municipalities, and it’s all free of charge.

For example, if you are in Rio de Janeiro, you can say goodbye to the Nota Carioca. Now, the national system is the only one that counts.

How to Issue the NFS-e: Step by Step

First Steps

1. Access the Portal: Go to the website www.nfse.gov.br/EmissorNacional.
2. Access Mode: You have a few options here. It can be via username and password, digital certificate, or Gov.br account.
3. Register the Data: You will need to inform your economic activity data and the contracting company’s information.

Initial Settings

4. Go to “Settings”: Enter your email and phone number that will be used on the invoice.
5. Tax Information: Choose the option “Do not inform any estimated value for the taxes.”

Time to Issue

6. Click on the Invoice Icon: It’s at the top right corner of the screen.
7. Choose the Type of Issuance: You can choose between “Full Issuance” and “Simplified Issuance.”
8. Fill Out the Fields: Enter the customer and service information.
9. Review Everything: Double-check to avoid errors.
10. Click on “Issue NFS-e”: Done, you have issued your invoice!

How to Use the New NFS-e App: Step by Step

1. First Access to the Taxpayer Portal: You need to be registered.
2. Fill Out Your Data: Enter your CNPJ, CPF, and date of birth.
3. Income Tax Declaration: You must inform the receipt number from the delivery of the Income Tax for the last two years.
4. Email and Password: Enter an email and create a strong password.
5. Confirmation Code: You will receive a code via email. Enter it in the portal to confirm your registration.

Downloading the App

6. Access the App Store: Search for “NFS-e Mobile” in the Play Store or App Store.
7. Login to the App: Use your CPF and the password you registered.
8. Issue Your Invoice: Follow the steps in the app and you’re done, your NFS-e will be issued!