Building a Puerto Rico Business Compliance Calendar

Puerto Rico compliance is spread across several agencies, each with its own systems and deadlines. A simple calendar is the best way to stay ahead.

The main players

Most businesses interact with Hacienda through SURI, the Department of State for corporate registrations and annual reports, CRIM for property-related obligations and their municipality for local requirements. Decree holders also report to DDEC.

Monthly, quarterly and annual rhythms

Some obligations, such as sales and use tax returns, recur through the year. Others, like annual reports and informative returns, cluster around specific months. Map each one by agency and frequency.

Make it a habit

Review the calendar at each monthly close. Inside the Stellar client portal, deadlines are listed alongside the documents needed for each one, so preparation starts well before the due date.