nota fiscal
[ˈnɔ.tɐ ˈfis.kɐw]
nounfemininepl: notas fiscais
invoice, tax receipt, fiscal receipt
1. An official document issued by a business to a buyer that itemizes products or services sold, their prices, and relevant tax information required by law
The store provided a fiscal invoice for the purchase of office supplies.
A loja forneceu uma nota fiscal pela compra de materiais de escritório.
2. A receipt that serves as proof of purchase and documents tax obligations for both seller and buyer in Brazil
Always request a fiscal receipt to ensure the business is properly registered.
Sempre solicite a nota fiscal para garantir que o negócio está devidamente registrado.
3. An essential document for tax purposes in Brazil that tracks commercial transactions and VAT (ICMS) collection
The accountant needs all fiscal invoices to prepare the quarterly tax return.
O contador precisa de todas as notas fiscais para preparar a declaração fiscal trimestral.
In Brazil, the nota fiscal is a critical document for consumer rights and tax compliance. It is legally required for all commercial transactions and serves as proof of purchase for warranty claims, returns, and dispute resolution. Businesses that fail to issue a nota fiscal can face significant fines. The modernized electronic version (NF-e) has been increasingly implemented since 2006. Brazilians commonly ask 'Pode dar nota?' (Can you issue a receipt?) as a means of supporting legitimate, tax-compliant businesses.
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