Pick a country, set your qualifying local spend, and see the indicative mechanics. The final number depends on structure — that is the work we do.
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Indicative recoveryMexico
Figures shown are Romero & Braas's net estimate — what typically reaches you after the recovery process, not the raw government-published rate. Programs change and qualification is project-specific — spend categories, structure and timing all move the result. We confirm the applicable mechanisms for your project in writing within 48 hours.
Different mechanisms, one operating standard. We run the full incentive lifecycle in-country so the refund or credit actually clears — and shows up where your auditors can see it.
Mexico
VAT recovery is the workhorse. It applies to broad categories of local production spend, but only if invoicing discipline starts on day one.
12% VAT (IVA) recovery on qualifying local spend, net of the recovery process — indicative.
Additional federal and state programs, case-by-case.
R&B runs end-to-endRegistration, compliant invoicing, filings, audit trail, repatriation of the refund.
Colombia
Two distinct mechanisms. Which one fits depends on your spend profile and how the production is structured — we model both before you commit.
FFC cash rebate: up to 40% on film services, 20% on logistics — indicative.
CINA transferable tax credit: 28–30% on audiovisual services, net of the recovery process — indicative.
Cross-border payments to European and US broadcasters can be taxed at source. We handle the certificates, treaty relief and rate reductions so the deduction does not just disappear.