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GLP Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to take the first step in your international trade or business development project, including market research and consultations on Panama, Venezuela, Brazil, and IFZA. Panama is our coordination hub and Venezuela is our specialty. The requirements and services are determined for each operation.

Revision · October 17, 2026

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GLP and your project

Market Research

International trade and business development

Customs and special regimes

International logistics

Venezuela and the EV route

Exporting from Venezuela

Venezuela and the IV route

Panama

Brazil

Panama and IFZA

Partners and regulatory compliance

Contracting and next step

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GLP Frequently Asked Questions

GLP and your project

What does GLP do?

Can I make an inquiry if my company is located outside Latin America?

Does GLP offer business setup services in all countries?

Can I contract only one part of the process?

Does GLP perform all services directly?

What value does GLP provide if external specialists are involved?

Are all specialists contracted from the beginning?

Is it mandatory to start with all phases?

Market Research

What purpose does a market research study serve?

Do I need a full-scale study before exporting or investing?

Can I commission only the study?

What is the difference between an initial analysis and a custom research project?

Who conducts the research?

What will I receive upon completion?

Can you study both consumers and business clients?

In which countries can studies be requested?

How much does a study cost and how long does it take?

What information should I prepare to request one?

How is the information protected and who can use the report?

Does the study ensure that my project will be successful?

International trade and business development

What business operations can you inquire about?

Does the merchandise always have to pass through Panama?

What data do you need to study a shipment?

Can you coordinate transportation, insurance, storage, and distribution?

How is the total cost of an operation estimated?

Can I inquire about a purchase in Brazil or another country in the region?

How can I identify business opportunities in other countries?

Customs and special regimes

What customs regimes can GLP coordinate?

What are the differences between definitive and temporary importation?

What is inward processing?

What is outward processing?

International logistics

Can you coordinate a transport and customs operation?

Venezuela and the EV route

What does EV mean?

What is reviewed before exporting merchandise?

What documents might be needed?

Does GLP coordinate customs clearance?

How long does an export to Venezuela take?

How are international restrictions reviewed?

Exporting from Venezuela

Can I export products from Venezuela?

Venezuela and the IV route

What does IV mean and what can it include?

Do I need to incorporate a company to enter the market?

What should I prepare to analyze an investment?

Can you help me with an office, warehouse, and personnel?

How are taxes, payments, and the return of funds analyzed?

Why evaluate Venezuela with a long-term perspective?

What do I need to invest in or establish a company in Venezuela?

Panama

What support does GLP offer in Panama outside of IFZA?

Does Panama have to be the final destination for my goods?

How do I choose between trading with Panama and a project in IFZA?

Brazil

What services does GLP offer related to Brazil?

How does the search for suppliers in Brazil begin?

Can I explore representing a Brazilian brand in another country?

What can a trade mission with Brazil include?

Panama and IFZA

What is IFZA Panama and for whom might it be suitable?

Does IFZA Panama only admit service companies?

Must the services be directed to clients outside of Panama?

What tax benefits may be applicable?

Can I own the company in my name without a local partner?

Do I need to travel to Panama to incorporate the company?

What documents are required to apply for incorporation?

What is the purpose of the business plan?

Can I apply for residency for myself and my family?

Are immigration residency and tax residency the same?

Is opening a bank account guaranteed?

Can I manage the company remotely and invoice in dollars?

What expenses and renewals should I plan for?

What is GLP's role in relation to IFZA?

Do the same conditions as IFZA Dubai apply in Panama?