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Tax and Accounting Advisory and
Consultancy in Costa Rica

Maximize your tax and accounting efficiency with taxation experts Strategic solutions to optimize your tax burden and reduce risks. Tax efficiency, regulatory compliance, and legal peace of mind in one place.

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Services

In a constantly evolving tax environment, FACIO & CAÑAS | FAYCATAX positions itself as your strategic partner in tax and accounting matters. Our focus is clear: optimize your tax burden, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide effective defense in case of tax disputes.

We support companies, investors, and individual taxpayers with tailor-made solutions to their needs, whether in preventive advisory, tax planning, compliance, or administrative and judicial litigation. Our commitment is to help you operate with security, profitability, and legal certainty in every decision.

Administrative and Judicial Litigation

Comprehensive defense before the Tax Administration and courts:

  • Support during tax audits and inspections.
  • Challenging undue charges and tax determinations.
  • Appeals and revocation requests before the Tax Administrative Court.
  • Representation in contentious-administrative and harmfulness proceedings.
  • Defense in constitutional appeals and amparo actions.

Tax Consultancy

 Tax planning to maximize benefits and minimize risks:

  • Fast, well-founded tax queries.
  • Ongoing advisory for regulatory compliance.
  • Tailored corporate reorganizations through tax committees.

Tax Compliance

We ensure your company complies with current regulations:

  • Review of tax returns to avoid penalties and optimize payments.
  • Preventive tax diagnosis to detect and mitigate risks.
  • Transfer pricing advisory for transactions with related companies.
  • Tax reorganization for more efficient operations.

Transfer Pricing

Comply with international regulations and optimize your taxation:

  • Transfer pricing documentation and studies.
  • Advisory on Advance Pricing Agreements (APA).
  • Advisory to avoid penalties and tax disputes.

Tax Advisory on Business Reorganization

Tax optimization in business transformation processes:

  • Advisory on mergers, acquisitions, and spin-offs.
  • Review and improvement of corporate models.
  • Compliance with national and international tax regulations.

Tax and Accounting Due Diligence

Tax risk analysis prior to investments or acquisitions:

  • Evaluation of income tax, VAT, and key taxes.
  • Review of accounting and regulatory compliance.
  • Identification of tax contingencies and solutions.

Tax Information | Impositus Community

Exclusive access to updated tax information:

  • 24/7 online consultations with experts.
  • Over 24,000 regulatory documents available.
  • Legal-accounting analysis with specialized doctrine.

Accounting Services

 Efficient accounting management for your company through our authorized partner:

  • Preparation of financial statements and accounting reports.
  • Transaction control and regulatory compliance auditing.
  • Payroll and labor obligation management.
  • Filing of tax returns

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About Us

At FACIO & CAÑAS | FAYCATAX, we specialize in tax advisory, tax litigation, and accounting services with a strategic and highly personalized approach. FAYCATAX has over thirty years of experience guiding companies, investors, and individuals in the optimal management of their tax burden, ensuring compliance and maximizing tax benefits.

Our firm is recognized for its deep knowledge of Costa Rican tax law, commitment to excellence, and a solid track record in defending our clients’ interests before the Tax Administration, courts, and regulatory bodies.

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If you are looking for a reliable team to help you prevent risks, structure your business efficiently, and respond to potential tax litigation, you are in the right place.

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Our Team

The team at FACIO & CAÑAS | FAYCATAX is composed of tax lawyers, certified public accountants, and financial advisors with strong experience in Costa Rica and Latin America. Each of our specialists combines solid academic training with decades of experience in litigation, tax consultancy, and regulatory compliance, offering a comprehensive, highly strategic approach with active academic participation.

In addition, we work closely with auditors and financial law experts, allowing us to provide personalized, multidisciplinary advisory services. Whether in compliance, tax optimization, or defense before the Tax Administration and courts, our firm is committed to designing tailored solutions for every client.

Our leading specialists:

Recognized as one of Costa Rica’s top tax law experts, Dr. Adrián Torrealba Navas holds a PhD in Financial and Tax Law from the Complutense University of Madrid. His career includes senior positions within the Costa Rican Tax Administration, teaching at top universities in the country, and a prolific path as a consultant in tax and fiscal policy matters. He is the author of numerous specialized publications and has been a key advisor in national and international tax reforms. His leadership at FAYCATAX ensures our clients benefit from a strategic approach grounded in the highest tax doctrine.

With over 25 years of experience in tax law and litigation, José María Oreamuno Linares is a seasoned attorney representing companies and taxpayers before the Tax Administration and the Administrative Contentious Court. In addition to his litigation work, he is a university professor and speaker on tax and compliance matters. His approach focuses on proactive defense of taxpayer rights, helping minimize risks and strengthen legal certainty.

A tax audit specialist, Erik Ramírez Vargas has worked with international consulting and auditing firms such as KPMG and Ernst & Young, advising major companies on compliance and tax optimization. With over 25 years of experience, his expertise includes reviewing tax structures and transfer pricing, tax risk diagnostics, and corporate tax planning. His meticulous approach and deep knowledge of Costa Rican regulations make him a benchmark in tax compliance and risk management.

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Facio y Cañas has supported us with tax advisory for over 6 years in relation to the parafiscal contribution for the Dental Stamp, where the College of Dental Surgeons of Costa Rica is the active subject. They have also clarified questions related to various tax obligations of the College and have helped with formal inquiries to the Tax Administration. Throughout this time, Pamela Navarro and her team have stood out for their professional, efficient, timely, and innovative service, always available for the challenges we face in the Tax Technical Unit I oversee. For all these reasons, we are very satisfied with the service provided.

Tax law specialist with more than two decades of experience, he has advised companies and worked for key institutions such as the Ministry of Finance and CONAVI. Recognized by Chambers Latin America, he is also a university professor and a leading voice in fiscal analysis in Costa Rica and the region.

Tax attorney with strong experience in litigation, tax consulting, and corporate law. Pamela also leads operations and content for the Impositus Community. With a remarkable academic background, she is a university professor and editor of the 2024 Tax Collection, a reference work in the country.

Part of the FAYCATAX team since 2018, actively participating in administrative and judicial tax litigation. His experience in legislative monitoring and regulatory procedures before the Central Bank and CCSS makes him a key ally for companies and professionals.

With more than 15 years in tax and accounting advisory, Luis provides practical and technical insight into financial analysis and tax compliance. He has served as an auditor at KPMG and Wal-Mart and is a regular instructor in tax and accounting training programs in Costa Rica.

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Testimonials

Each case represents a commitment to defending and providing peace of mind to our clients. With a combination of experience and strategy, we have transformed complex challenges into success stories.

“Facio y Cañas has supported us with tax advisory for over 6 years in relation to the parafiscal contribution for the Dental Stamp, where the College of Dental Surgeons of Costa Rica is the active subject. They have also clarified questions related to various tax obligations of the College and have helped with formal inquiries to the Tax Administration. Throughout this time, Pamela Navarro and her team have stood out for their professional, efficient, timely, and innovative service, always available for the challenges we face in the Tax Technical Unit I oversee. For all these reasons, we are very satisfied with the service provided.”

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José Salas Sánchez

Tax Manager

“The dedication, talent, innovation, and leadership of the human capital are testimony to a market-leading firm (FAYCA). Thank you Mr. Adrian and Erik.”

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Wilber Murillo D.

Central Azucarera Tempisque S.A. (CATSA)

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Why hire our services

Tax obligations are not just about paying taxes—they’re about doing it intelligently and strategically. An error in compliance or poor planning can lead to unnecessary costs, penalties, and even legal conflicts.

At FACIO & CAÑAS | FAYCATAX, we don’t leave your tax security to chance: we combine over 30 years of experience, a team of highly trained specialists, and a personalized, preventive approach to ensure your business complies with regulations without overpaying or exposing itself to unnecessary risks.

FAQ

Our advisory services not only help you comply with current tax regulations but also allow you to optimize your tax burden, avoid penalties, and reduce legal risks. We design personalized strategies so your business operates securely, efficiently, and more profitably.

If you’ve received a tax audit notice, a tax determination against you, or an undue penalty, it is crucial to act quickly with specialized defense. Legal support is also recommended during tax audits to prevent arbitrary adjustments or sanctions from the Tax Administration.

If your business has reported significant income changes, engages in transactions with foreign related companies, or has inconsistencies in its tax returns, it may be selected for an audit. With a preventive tax diagnosis, we can identify and fix potential risks before they become problems.

Having a well-designed tax strategy allows you to pay only what is fair, take advantage of benefits allowed under Costa Rican law, and avoid surprises that could affect your cash flow. At FAYCATAX, we analyze your business model and develop customized solutions that optimize your tax structure, ensuring greater stability and sustainable growth.

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