Counting domestic and multinational companies, including manufacturers and call centre operators, among its clients, ALTA - Honduras is noted for its work on tax advisory and regulatory matters. The practice is led by counsel Marlyn Velásquez, who is experienced in tax planning, cross‑border compliance and the tax structuring of financial transactions, and also advises on income tax exemptions, customs issues and related regulatory considerations. Senior associate Alejandra Suárez is well versed in customs audit procedures, tax exemptions and compliance, while associate María Camila Sarmiento is noted for her contributions across the practice.
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Key clients
- Continental Motores, S.A.
- The Results Companies
- Grupo Nauffar
- Edutechloft
- CHT de México, S.A. de C.V.
- Inchcape Honduras
- Teleperformance
- Corporación Multi Inversiones (CMI)
- Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)
- Vista Capital
- Corporación AG
Work highlights
Advised AG de Honduras on obtaining authorisation for the temporary importation regime despite a restrictive government stance on fiscal incentive regimes.
Advised PIPSA Honduras on obtaining the authorisation to benefit from the temporary importation regime.
Assisted Edutechloft with its incorporation into the free zone regime, securing full tax and customs exemptions for its operations.
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Practice head
Marlyn Velásquez