Brazil Number Porting
Portable Number Types
| Type | Portable | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Local / National | Yes | Requires CPF or CNPJ on LOA |
| Toll-Free | Yes | Same document requirements as local/national |
Required Documents
Local / National / Toll-Free Numbers
- ☐ LOA (Letter of Authorization) — Must include CPF (individuals) or CNPJ (companies)
- ☐ ID or Passport Copy — Government-issued identification
- ☐ Company Registration Certificate — Business registration document
- ☐ Latest Invoice — Most recent invoice from the current provider
Porting Timeline
| Number Type | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| National | 5+ business days |
| Toll-Free | 5+ business days |
Restrictions & Special Conditions
- Porting hours: Port execution occurs during standard time after 5 PM local (Brazil local timezone)
- FOC date changes: Require a minimum of 48 business hours notice before the confirmed FOC date
- Processing times are typical: Actual duration varies based on your current carrier's responsiveness — no guaranteed timeline
Key Definitions
- CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Fisicas): Brazil's individual taxpayer registration number. Required on the LOA for individual account holders.
- CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional da Pessoa Juridica): Brazil's national registry of legal entities. Required on the LOA for company-owned numbers.
- FOC (Firm Order Commitment): The confirmed date when the port will execute. Once confirmed, changes require 48 business hours notice.
Notes
- Brazil has longer porting timelines (5+ days) compared to many other countries — plan accordingly
- Port execution happens after business hours (after 5 PM local), which means the actual cutover occurs in the evening
- The CPF/CNPJ requirement on the LOA is mandatory — ensure the correct tax identifier type is used (CPF for individuals, CNPJ for companies)
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