stanza51
Brazilian citizen
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Registration: 08 June 2015
APPLYING Permanent Residency in BRAZIL - currently on WORK VISA 2 yrs by meet_me_india
Hi Everyone, I have started this thread to know more about the process for converting my work visa to Permanent Residency. Below is my current situation: 1. I have a work permit and a job in Brazil and the VISA (CRNM) is valid till September. ...
What Ab3 has said is absolutely correct!!! Ab3 is a rockstar!!! Read More
Proficiency test for Portuguese language by Badol919
"""The test's structure The Celpe-Bras evaluates oral and written comprehension, speech and writing skills in an integrated way, divided in two parts: Written part: (3 hours taken) – two assignments integrating oral ...
Honestly speaking if you are looking for a word list then even going through the dictionary won’t help you pass the Celpe Bras. The best options that you have is to start taking a language course focused on the CELPE Bras and another option ... Read More
How many days required to be in Brazil on PR?
I had asked the same question to one of my friends in Policia Federal and the reply I received was that you can enter and exit at the same time if you prefer. that's more than enough. Read More
What documents required for apply Citizenship of Brazil by alimasood1018
What documents required for apply Citizenship of Brazil on the base of completed One year residency married.
Home visits for naturalization are still happening. Read More
Naturalization has become a nightmare. by michaelbrasil
They seem to have changed the language requirement. You now need to do an official language test. The celpe-bras Does anyone know what level of CELPE-bras is required? I am so worried.
Glad to be of help! Best of luck!! Read More
Naturalization has become a nightmare. by michaelbrasil
They seem to have changed the language requirement. You now need to do an official language test. The celpe-bras Does anyone know what level of CELPE-bras is required? I am so worried.
You can go ahead and apply. They do ask you for the dates when you exited the country and the reasoning behind it however it won’t effect your application. Specially citing the fact that you have already completed 1 year on the residency Read More
Naturalization as a parent of brazilian child by Darwish000
Planning to go to Sao Palo after one year outside Brazil for naturalization knowing the following: - We have RNE and CPF -All our docs are teanslated into portugese (Marriage, birth etc) -our son’s passport I heard that in order to apply for ...
You can attend any IGP Branch. It doesn’t matter what your location is. Read More
Naturalization as a parent of brazilian child by Darwish000
Planning to go to Sao Palo after one year outside Brazil for naturalization knowing the following: - We have RNE and CPF -All our docs are teanslated into portugese (Marriage, birth etc) -our son’s passport I heard that in order to apply for ...
You can go on the same date that your name gets published in the portaria! Read More
Naturalization as a parent of brazilian child by Darwish000
Planning to go to Sao Palo after one year outside Brazil for naturalization knowing the following: - We have RNE and CPF -All our docs are teanslated into portugese (Marriage, birth etc) -our son’s passport I heard that in order to apply for ...
Provisional naturalization is a special type of naturalization for children under the age of 10. IGP is Instituto Geral de Pericias Please google this along with the name of your city in order to find the closest location. Goto them with your ... Read More
Naturalization has become a nightmare. by michaelbrasil
They seem to have changed the language requirement. You now need to do an official language test. The celpe-bras Does anyone know what level of CELPE-bras is required? I am so worried.
Celpe Bras is no longer mandatory. In my other posts I have posted the link along with the rest of the details. Read More
Naturalization as a parent of brazilian child by Darwish000
Planning to go to Sao Palo after one year outside Brazil for naturalization knowing the following: - We have RNE and CPF -All our docs are teanslated into portugese (Marriage, birth etc) -our son’s passport I heard that in order to apply for ...
You will need to goto IGP and get your finger prints registered and get your official Brazilian ID issued. Afterwards you will need to get registered with the military and goto your nearest voting center and get your details registered with them. Read More
Marriage by Proxy in Brazil—best visa option? by Guest7676
Hey everybody! Without getting too lengthy with my backstory, my fiancé and I met in Des Moines, Iowa (my hometown), last year. After he moved back to Brazil upon his student visa expiring, I decided to follow him down to Brazil on an e-visa in ...
Viper visas have been phased out. You will have to apply for the VITEM XI under family reunion. Process is pretty simple and self explanatory. Since you are based in Iowa, I believe you will have to visit the Brazilian consulate based in Chicago. ... Read More
Permanent Residence through a Brazilian Child and Working in Brazil by Jake.lea09
I am currently working on getting a permanent residence VISA (via a Brazilian child). Once I get this VISA will I be authorized to work in Brazil. If not, what is further required to be able to work in Brazil. Thanks in advance for help answering ...
Elisud. If you comb through the forum posts there are a few members who have voiced there experience on challenges they faced when trying to receive another visa for Brazil. Read More
Naturalization has become a nightmare. by michaelbrasil
They seem to have changed the language requirement. You now need to do an official language test. The celpe-bras Does anyone know what level of CELPE-bras is required? I am so worried.
Hi Michael Please note that I have posted details about this in another thread. Taking th CELPE Bras is not mandatory anymore. There are other options available including taking a Language course focusing on Migrants as long as it’s ... Read More
Voting in Brazil - My experience :) by stanza51
Since I have completed the naturalization process, I went to the designated voting station in the morning to fulfill the mandatory voting obligation. Although the voting is supposed to start at 8 AM, expecting long lines, we ended up reaching the ...
Guys I agree with Ab3 and Bhavna, we drifted off from the main topic at hand. If anything as such we can always share messages via inbox. Read More
Enquiry about giving birth in Brazil by nemair
hi, I will visit Brazil this April with my wife to give birth with our first baby in sha'a Allah, the main target is to get the Brazilian Passport for my child, I have read many articles regarding this but still hane some unanswered ...
Hi Robinzam We are based in Floripa, do let us know if you have any questions. I have covered most of our experiences here in the forum. Hope they help Regards Stanza Read More
Brazilian Nationality by waraich
Hello, I have few questions, i will be very thanksfull if anyone can answer I am living in Brazil since February 2013 , i am married to Brazilian and i have my Permanent visa since September 2014, Is it possible to ask Brazilian Nationality now ? I ...
Based on first person testimony please note that Chile will not entertain any foreigners who try and enter Chile using the RNE (CIE or CRNM). Furthermore please note that on the web link provided for Chile it mentions “Cedula de ... Read More
Voting in Brazil - My experience :) by stanza51
Since I have completed the naturalization process, I went to the designated voting station in the morning to fulfill the mandatory voting obligation. Although the voting is supposed to start at 8 AM, expecting long lines, we ended up reaching the ...
Impresa Nacional here you go :) Read More
Voting in Brazil - My experience :) by stanza51
Since I have completed the naturalization process, I went to the designated voting station in the morning to fulfill the mandatory voting obligation. Although the voting is supposed to start at 8 AM, expecting long lines, we ended up reaching the ...
Hi Ab3 Just putting an update to what I mentioned yesterday, please note that JF has expanded the language fluency requirement, the info is mentioned below: "Article 5 For the investigation of the procedure provided for in item I of article ... Read More
Voting in Brazil - My experience :) by stanza51
Since I have completed the naturalization process, I went to the designated voting station in the morning to fulfill the mandatory voting obligation. Although the voting is supposed to start at 8 AM, expecting long lines, we ended up reaching the ...
As of now there are about 3 ways when you can opt out of the language test: 1. Being under the age of 18 2. Being a resident of Brazil for 15 years or more 3. Being unable to communicate due to specific disabilities However get all the ... Read More
Voting in Brazil - My experience :) by stanza51
Since I have completed the naturalization process, I went to the designated voting station in the morning to fulfill the mandatory voting obligation. Although the voting is supposed to start at 8 AM, expecting long lines, we ended up reaching the ...
Bolsonaro was short by 5 percent but chances are high that on the 28th of October the majority will vote in his favor. Ab3 Since you will be starting your there naturalization process in November, did you go through and take the CELPE Bras ... Read More
Voting in Brazil - My experience :)
Since I have completed the naturalization process, I went to the designated voting station in the morning to fulfill the mandatory voting obligation. Although the voting is supposed to start at 8 AM, expecting long lines, we ended up reaching the ... Read More
Brazilian Nationality by waraich
Hello, I have few questions, i will be very thanksfull if anyone can answer I am living in Brazil since February 2013 , i am married to Brazilian and i have my Permanent visa since September 2014, Is it possible to ask Brazilian Nationality now ? I ...
A visa to CHILE is required, as Chile is not a member of the Mercosul. Read More
Can I travel in South America with Cédula de Identidade Estrangeiro? by saurabhshah
Hey guys, I am Indian living in Brasilia and married to a Brazilian woman. I have Cédula de Identidade Estrangeiro (CIE) card. I need to know, Based on CIE card if I can travel in other countries in South America like Argentina, Chile, Uruguay ...
1. Based on the new rules, Policia federal will not entertain the naturalization application without the applicant having a certificate of Proficiency in the Portuguese language, which in simple terms means that the applicant must pass the CELPE ... Read More
Brazilian Nationality by waraich
Hello, I have few questions, i will be very thanksfull if anyone can answer I am living in Brazil since February 2013 , i am married to Brazilian and i have my Permanent visa since September 2014, Is it possible to ask Brazilian Nationality now ? I ...
Hi Rasvi They have completely stopped taking the language test in PF and now the applicant must pass the CELPE Bras, and provide the certificate for Basic proficiency in Portuguese to the Policia Federal along with the rest of the required ... Read More
Brazilian Nationality by waraich
Hello, I have few questions, i will be very thanksfull if anyone can answer I am living in Brazil since February 2013 , i am married to Brazilian and i have my Permanent visa since September 2014, Is it possible to ask Brazilian Nationality now ? I ...
I have already replied back to this in my earlier posts, however please note that you require atleast 2.0 out of 5.0 in order to receive the CELPE-Bras certification. Regards Read More
Brazilian Nationality by waraich
Hello, I have few questions, i will be very thanksfull if anyone can answer I am living in Brazil since February 2013 , i am married to Brazilian and i have my Permanent visa since September 2014, Is it possible to ask Brazilian Nationality now ? I ...
You can apply in branch of Policia Federal. However most commonly it is better to apply in the branch that falls near your residence. Specially citing the fact that majority of the PF officials might not want to accept the application from a ... Read More
Marrying fiance in Brazil, how long 4 work permit?
Whoever said that it can take a year either doesn’t know anything or is giving you outdated info :) If you have any more questions please feel free to ask us at anytime Best of luck Regards Read More
Marrying fiance in Brazil, how long 4 work permit?
You can actually apply for your Carteira de Trabalho (Work book) on the same day that you receive your Protocolo from Policia Federal. Normally the carteira de trabalho is ready within 4 to 7 days from the date you apply for it. Read More
Financial situation, some feedback please by GringoLouco
So I'm 32 and my Brazilian girlfriend is 29. At the age of 5 years old, she was deeply traumatized by the loss of her father. I was told that he died from a heart attack. Her father was a police officer, and at the time there was a law that ...
Hi Gringo Overall based on what I have read, she will stop receiving the monthly payment of 2000 reais, if she has a baby even without being married. In a situation like this I would have to recommend that you try and contact a family lawyer ... Read More
Belgium or Brazil: some considerations please by GringoLouco
Hi everyone, I was looking for a Brazilian forum so I can improve my Portuguese, but this seems good too. I'm a 32 year old man and I met my Brazilian girlfriend while I was traveling in South America. We have been together for almost 3 years ...
Hi Gringo I completely concur with the point of view that has been expressed by Ab3. Adding on to that please note that your CPF is with you for life, it is basically a TAX ID number. You can also gain a CPF through the Embassy of Brazil, without ... Read More
Brazilian Nationality by waraich
Hello, I have few questions, i will be very thanksfull if anyone can answer I am living in Brazil since February 2013 , i am married to Brazilian and i have my Permanent visa since September 2014, Is it possible to ask Brazilian Nationality now ? I ...
You would require a minimum score of 2.00 and above in order to receive the Intermediate Level certificate Read More
re-entering after overstaying my welcome by thehidden
Hi I am from the UK and I entered Brazil on a 90 day Tourist Visa on 04/Feb/2013, the Visa is obtained upon entry. I later extended to a further 90 days to a maximum total of 180 days. However, I then overstayed my welcome by 720 days approx. I ...
Payment for all fines is to be made directly to the bank. It would be ideal if you can move your flight to have an arrival either on Friday morning or else on Monday during business hours Read More
How to proceed after naturalization on DOU by herfworm
Hi all, I came across this forum while searching in English and Portuguese about how to proceed after being granted citizenship (published in DOU recently). Unfortunately, none of my searches turned up what I am looking for so I am turning to the ...
The only documents I took with me were 1. RG card 2. CPF 3. Proof of residence 4. Print of the portaria where it stated that I am now a Brazilian citizen It was a simple process, they issued a temporary enlistment document immediately and ... Read More
How to proceed after naturalization on DOU by herfworm
Hi all, I came across this forum while searching in English and Portuguese about how to proceed after being granted citizenship (published in DOU recently). Unfortunately, none of my searches turned up what I am looking for so I am turning to the ...
My RG was ready on the 5th day, usually it takes anywhere between 4 to 15 days for it to be ready for collection Read More
How to proceed after naturalization on DOU by herfworm
Hi all, I came across this forum while searching in English and Portuguese about how to proceed after being granted citizenship (published in DOU recently). Unfortunately, none of my searches turned up what I am looking for so I am turning to the ...
Naturalization certificates are no longer issued. In there place the government organizations are asked to honor the publishing of your name in the Portaria. After getting your name published in the Portaria, take your Protocolo with the Pedido de ... Read More
Naturalization and registering for Military service- anyone done this? by stevefunk
Hi I'm about to pick up my first RG after a successful Naturalization process, I know I need to get the military document next....how anyone done this, if so: 1. What the process - is it exactly the same as any Brazilian or is it a different ...
Overall in my opinion since your documents were submitted before the CELPE Bras stipulation came into effect, you shouldn't have anything to worry about :) Read More
RNE and withdrawing money by db880
I was wondering if I could solicit anyone's advice on a complicated situation – I have previously been a resident in Brazil and have an ID and CPF, as well as bank accounts which I have used to invest money after selling my house there. ...
Hi This is a unique situation indeed. Ideally you will have to check with the bank in concern to find the right answer, overall I believe your passport should suffice in the end. However as this is Brazil these type are situations are handled on ... Read More
Naturalization and registering for Military service- anyone done this? by stevefunk
Hi I'm about to pick up my first RG after a successful Naturalization process, I know I need to get the military document next....how anyone done this, if so: 1. What the process - is it exactly the same as any Brazilian or is it a different ...
Hi AfroPrince In Floripa the home visit usually happens about 60 to 70 days after the submission of your naturalization application. In the past they used to give the language test at the Policia Federal itself on the day of application submission ... Read More
The Journey - Permanency to Naturalization Experience - Let's share by stanza51
Hi Everyone Based on all the current posts I feel its a good idea for some of us to share our basis experiences or timelines in order to give all the newcomers a brief breakdown of what different individuals journeys can be like when relocating to ...
Hi AfroPrince Greetings of the day! 1 thing I always say is that the immigrations officials in Floripa are usually pretty spot on. Yes there are a few bad seeds here and there who cause unnecessary delays for people however all in all the ... Read More
Giving birth in Brazil by janedoe007
So hey everyone I was just wondering about some details regarding having a baby in Brazil.. I want to know the overall cost, NATURAL birth and where that would be possible I want the details on hospitals and doctors who deliver naturally, daily ...
Hi samtaj Which city are you based in? All in all I believe that you can go through the various experiences on the forum and gain most of the answers that you are looking for with ease If there is anything in particular then please do let us ... Read More
Giving birth in Brazil
You will only be granted a Permanent Residence if you fulfill the required documentation mentioned on the Policia Federal website. As per my understanding based on the new laws and procedures you must present a Police Criminal Clearance certificate ... Read More
Renewing Brazil Permanent Resident Card?
Hi Dtocenia Yes, you must renew the permanent residency in person. Regards Read More
The Journey - Permanency to Naturalization Experience - Let's share by stanza51
Hi Everyone Based on all the current posts I feel its a good idea for some of us to share our basis experiences or timelines in order to give all the newcomers a brief breakdown of what different individuals journeys can be like when relocating to ...
Hi Bro Sorry for the delay, just sent you a message Regards Stanza Read More
Naturalization and registering for Military service- anyone done this? by stevefunk
Hi I'm about to pick up my first RG after a successful Naturalization process, I know I need to get the military document next....how anyone done this, if so: 1. What the process - is it exactly the same as any Brazilian or is it a different ...
Hey Steve Congrats :) 1. The process is the same as any Brazilian up to the age of 45 (I could be wrong) 2. No specific intake date however the sooner the better as after a specific amount of time you do start getting a fine 3. Once you go and ... Read More
Immigration law in Brazil by Wessam Moustafa
Dear All I hope my message finds you well, I heard about the approval of Immigration law in Brazil a few months ago....i need your assistance to explain to me how should I be a legal resident if I got my 3 months Visa to Brazil ....please allow me ...
Definitely go with the reply from the Policia Federal. Read More
Cancelling permanent visa
Already replied on the other topic. Overall cancellation is not in her hands and is the decision of the Policia Federal Read More
Divorce (Permanent Visa) by LilythEster
Hey everyone, I have a question for a friend who's not part of expat.com. He (part of the European Union) got married to his husband (Brazilian Citizen) last year, he got his permanent and unfortunately, for unreconcilable differences, they ...
Overall the Brazilian spouse doesn’t hold any power over the process of the cancellations of the RNE. if the person is really evil then they can make a sworn declaration stating that they only got married for the permanency and all and give ... Read More
Travel with expired rne? by Pahome104
Question - i have a permanent visa. I understand i have to travel to brazil every 2 years or it becomes void. The 2nd document is the residents card that is good for 10 years. If i cannot renew that card (moved back to us and cannot get back for ...
You can authorize someone in your behalf to pick up your CIE cards. I have done that in the past to help a friend of mine out. Just goto the cartorio and get a power of attorney made with the required details Read More
Getting married in Brazil, Permanent Visa and documents required by James
[b]PLEASE NOTE THAT NEW PROCEDURES FOR PERMANENCY APPLICATIONS BASED ON MARRIAGE / STABLE RELATIONSHIP / BRAZILIAN BORN CHILD HAVE BEEN PUT IN PLACE SINCE SEPTEMBER 1, 2014. THIS HAS STREAMLINED AND SPED UP THE PERMANENCY PROCESS. PLEASE SEE THE ...
Hi gringo I am not sure about Czech but over here in Brazil the immigration officers usually don’t look for the return ticket. However you can always have a tentative booking made directly with the airline which can save you the hassle of ... Read More
The Journey - Permanency to Naturalization Experience - Let's share
Hi Everyone Based on all the current posts I feel its a good idea for some of us to share our basis experiences or timelines in order to give all the newcomers a brief breakdown of what different individuals journeys can be like when relocating to ... Read More
Visa type V extension
Hi Sanand A Type V visa is a work visa, hence I am unsure of the way extensions might work, I would suggest that you go to the nearest Policia federal and ask them for guidance. Best of luck Regards stanza Read More
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Dear Fred If the protocolo has been recently issued then it should be having your RNE number mentioned on it as well. Based on that technically your Cartorio should be able to issue an invitation letter however it all depends on the person you ... Read More
New protocol dor visas by LikeMike101
Now I don’t know all the details, but my lawyer submitted a specific protocol to allow me to stay in brazil even after I obtain my visa, without having to pass through the consulate. My position is that I’m supposed to leave in three ...
Hi Mike Apologies for the delay in replying. Please note that majority of the lawyers here are not that well versed with immigration law. Yes they have a degree however except for a handful of attorneys, majority of them have experience with ... Read More
New protocol dor visas by LikeMike101
Now I don’t know all the details, but my lawyer submitted a specific protocol to allow me to stay in brazil even after I obtain my visa, without having to pass through the consulate. My position is that I’m supposed to leave in three ...
Hi Michael I am unsure of which process your lawyer is getting your paperwork submitted through. However a protocolo from Policia Federal is usually issued when the person has a right to stay in the country. If you got the protocolo already ... Read More
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS by James
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS *************************************************************************************************** EDIT OF JULY 17, 2015 INFORMATION REGARDING NEW FEE STRUCTURE FOR PERMANENCY, ...
As far as I am aware the Representations of Brazil in India have stopped attesting the documentations due to the fact that from 14 August, 2016, Brazil has become part of the Hague Apostille Convention. Hence any documents issued in India, will ... Read More
Uniao Estavel stuff i still don't dig by useroo
Hi, in the process of trying to get this civil union visa so me and my Carioca can reside together in Brasil until she can get retired, but the whole thing is sooooooooooooooooooooo messy and absurd i am not sure if it is even worth starting. One ...
I am not sure how things work out in Rio. But here in Floripa even if they have a large number of applicants, they only take care of the ones who have made an appointment online. Which makes things easier. Did you already get the check list of ... Read More
Uniao Estavel stuff i still don't dig by useroo
Hi, in the process of trying to get this civil union visa so me and my Carioca can reside together in Brasil until she can get retired, but the whole thing is sooooooooooooooooooooo messy and absurd i am not sure if it is even worth starting. One ...
Policia Federal is a simple process as long as you have all the required documents. If so , then you won’t face any challenges Read More
Uniao Estavel stuff i still don't dig by useroo
Hi, in the process of trying to get this civil union visa so me and my Carioca can reside together in Brasil until she can get retired, but the whole thing is sooooooooooooooooooooo messy and absurd i am not sure if it is even worth starting. One ...
Stick with what the Cartorio wants. Specially when it’s the Cartorio where your special someone is registered at. Everything else that has been said is all guesses and shots in the dark. In other words those guys are guessing Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Brazil by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Brazil? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship in ...
Hi Aladent Please visit the Policia Federal website and go through the list of requirements. I don’t want to get into a back and forth war of words hence, I am copy pasting the list here for your convenience: Requerimento devidamente ... Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Brazil by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Brazil? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship in ...
Aladent as per the new policy and procedures put into effect starting from April onwards, CELPE - Bras is required. Read More
Inquiries regarding permanent residence and Brazilian passport by Christel_Sisa
Hello, I really hope I can get some answers to my questions here. I am Lebanese and have 2 daughters. I gave birth to my youngest in Brazil in 2017, she got a Brazilian passport and we returned to Lebanon. I now want to apply for permanent ...
Unfortunately there are a few people who give false information such as this to families in order to scare them. The reality is that even when the Policia Federal issues the Protocolo they will explain the details and validity of the Protocolo to ... Read More
Inquiries regarding permanent residence and Brazilian passport by Christel_Sisa
Hello, I really hope I can get some answers to my questions here. I am Lebanese and have 2 daughters. I gave birth to my youngest in Brazil in 2017, she got a Brazilian passport and we returned to Lebanon. I now want to apply for permanent ...
As per the new law you can apply for it anytime before the child crosses 10 years of age. Read More
Immigration Lawyer Needed by kiwibrazuca
Hello to everyone, A little background about me. I am from New Zealand and have spent about four years living in São Paulo over an 8 year period, coming and going on a tourist visa, except for in 2015 when I had a student visa. On arrival from ...
I believe the only option you have left is to get a visa through investment. As far as lawyers are concerned, the first thing to clear up is which city or state are you currently residing in. Overall what Raqasu wrote is accurate as far as lawyers ... Read More
Celpe Bras Test for Foreigners
As far as I have been informed the Language proficiency test is similar to that of IELTs which is required for the English language. They are not expecting us to be a 100 percent fluent, but basic understanding of the language is necessary. ... Read More
How long is my Brazil visa valid for? by anjuna11
I got a visa from the Brazilian consulate in Buenos Aires and was wondering how many years it was good for. The details are: Entries: Multiple Type: VITUR Duration of stay: 90 days At the bottom it says visa valid for 90 days from first entry in ...
Multiplas as you could guess is the number of entries allowed on the specific visa. As far as everything else is concerned I would advise that you seek advice from the Brazilian embassy or representation located closest to you as all visas have a ... Read More
Inquiries regarding permanent residence and Brazilian passport by Christel_Sisa
Hello, I really hope I can get some answers to my questions here. I am Lebanese and have 2 daughters. I gave birth to my youngest in Brazil in 2017, she got a Brazilian passport and we returned to Lebanon. I now want to apply for permanent ...
If you have all the required documentation the issuance of the Protocolo for permanent residency is done on immediate basis on the date of your appointment. However the actually PR cards take 45 to 90 days to be printed and sent back to the Policia ... Read More
REGARDING NATURALIZACAO
This is a Name Verification Certificate that is issued by the Embassy of your respective country. It is issued in Portuguese and it pretty much states that the spelling of your name and your parents name along with your date birth that is printed ... Read More
Anyone hired immigration lawyer/agent in Sao Paulo or Florianopolis
I just completed my entire Brazilian citizenship process and the biggest mistake I ever made was hiring a lawyer. Majority of them don’t know anything about the immigrations law and they will pretty much just give you a print of things from ... Read More
About the prices of giving birth in Brazil by SweetGirl1900
Hello everybody, Well , I'll say what I want to say directly. Actually I'm really shocked :o I'm pregnant and coming to Brazil in September due to my husband's work and my due date in November. I contacted some well known hospitals ...
Hey Craig Robal and I are having a pretty good convo on PMs. Feel free to message me whenever you like. Have a great day Regards Stanza Read More
About the prices of giving birth in Brazil by SweetGirl1900
Hello everybody, Well , I'll say what I want to say directly. Actually I'm really shocked :o I'm pregnant and coming to Brazil in September due to my husband's work and my due date in November. I contacted some well known hospitals ...
Hi Robal I respect what you are saying and value your opinion a lot, but instead of posting a reply here I will send you a PM or we can create another topic on the forum on which we can exchange our point of view about the situation. There are ... Read More
Getting Married In Brazil by Woldul
Hi there, I am looking for some advice as to the best way to go about marring my fiancé who is Brazilian – once option we are considering is getting married in Brazil and I’m wondering how easy or hard this is. The situation is as ...
I agree with abthree, based in your future plans, it is advisable for you to get married in the UK itself. Furthermore in my opinion the process of getting married in the UK would be a lot more easier. Read More
About the prices of giving birth in Brazil by SweetGirl1900
Hello everybody, Well , I'll say what I want to say directly. Actually I'm really shocked :o I'm pregnant and coming to Brazil in September due to my husband's work and my due date in November. I contacted some well known hospitals ...
Seems like I am a bit late to the party, but I agree with what Robal and Jland has written. Furthermore as we already know and just to clarify, there are no laws that are broken and if a child is born in Brazil then he/she is considered a Brazilian ... Read More
CIE Delay by bnshacker
Hi , I would like to check if anybody face the same issue with the CIE Card Issuance. I am father of Brazilian Child we applied for the CIE Card since December 20 and they told us that they will send email when it become ready. Till now i ...
The email notifications from Policia Federal don’t always work. It is highly advisable that your friend just goes directly to the Policia Federal and inquire with the “estrangeiro “ help desk. More than likely by now it should be ... Read More
Information required Regarding To Brazilian Citizenship by Rizwan Zulfiqar
Dear James, Good Day,i have married in Brazil and i got permanent residency on the base of marriage with brazilian spouse.1 year has completed after when i received RNE Card from policia federal. Now i want to apply brazilian citizenship,i came to ...
I have witnessed this happen with my own 2 eyes. And a few applicants even went and asked the Policia Federal Officer and they gave an affirmative reply. As far as advocates are concerned, as I stated before, most of them are overall advocates, ... Read More
Information required Regarding To Brazilian Citizenship by Rizwan Zulfiqar
Dear James, Good Day,i have married in Brazil and i got permanent residency on the base of marriage with brazilian spouse.1 year has completed after when i received RNE Card from policia federal. Now i want to apply brazilian citizenship,i came to ...
Just FYI although the law clearly states that in order to apply for citizenship you must have continuously been living in Brazil for a period of 1 year. Majority of the Policia Federal officers accept the applications. As far as lawyers are ... Read More
A brazilain son - VISA by MozBanana
My wife and I went to Brazil and our baby was born there, He received a Brazilian passport and his mother an I received ID card called RNE and it is valid till 2026. We have stayed in Brazil for about six months and I really liked the country and ...
In order to keep the RNE valid you must enter Brazil once within every 2 year period. Also after completing 1 year you and your wife are eligible to start your naturalization process. Read More
Give Birth in SP Brazil (SingleMom) by @LDeanCaleb
:/ :/ :/ Just give birth a week ago with my little one!! I was living here in Sao Paulo for 3 years with my mom.. Met my ex bf a year ago and get pregnant but before the baby came we get separated. He is a Brazillian! and the baby was on my name ...
The new law has already been released. Some of the Policia Federal have not been updated properly. The law itself was released on the 21st of November 2017. That’s why instead of giving you a link for the permanency I sent the link for ... Read More
Applying For Permanent Resident Based On Brazilian Born Child by DanielDuncan935
Recently had a son here in São Paulo and would like to apply for permanent residency so I can be able to take care of him down here! Can anyone with expertise or experience with this process explain the "Full List" or "Basic ...
Ahmed If you are talking about the system to receive appointments, you will just have to keep checking on a daily basis. Also you don’t require an attorney to pick up the cards, it can even be a friend. As long as you can goto the Cartorio ... Read More
Applying For Permanent Resident Based On Brazilian Born Child by DanielDuncan935
Recently had a son here in São Paulo and would like to apply for permanent residency so I can be able to take care of him down here! Can anyone with expertise or experience with this process explain the "Full List" or "Basic ...
Hi Ahmad As per my knowledge the Policia Federal is accepting applications but instead of it being called the Permanent Residency Card it is now called the National Migration Card. Also you will need to draw up a power of attorney in the name of ... Read More
Divorce and Naturalization by onyiking
Hi friends How are you guys and happy New Year. I have searched the whole internet , google...name it but i still can't find the real answer to the question or my doubts . Anyway i am looking into naturalizing and i went through the ...
Onyking You are going for ordinary naturalization after completing 4 years of residence in Brazil. Hence a marriage certificate is not required. The marriage certificate is usually a requirement when you apply for your citizenship after holding ... Read More
Give Birth in SP Brazil (SingleMom) by @LDeanCaleb
:/ :/ :/ Just give birth a week ago with my little one!! I was living here in Sao Paulo for 3 years with my mom.. Met my ex bf a year ago and get pregnant but before the baby came we get separated. He is a Brazillian! and the baby was on my name ...
Good morning As per my understanding of your situation I would guess that you should at the least do the following: 1. Apply for your baby’s passport. 2. Apply for your National Migration Card (Same as Permanent Residency) I will try to ... Read More
Information required Regarding To Brazilian Citizenship by Rizwan Zulfiqar
Dear James, Good Day,i have married in Brazil and i got permanent residency on the base of marriage with brazilian spouse.1 year has completed after when i received RNE Card from policia federal. Now i want to apply brazilian citizenship,i came to ...
In actuality they don’t mention a specific as they are more interested in seeing a steady flow of monthly income and also that taxes are being paid. Read More
Give Birth in SP Brazil (SingleMom) by @LDeanCaleb
:/ :/ :/ Just give birth a week ago with my little one!! I was living here in Sao Paulo for 3 years with my mom.. Met my ex bf a year ago and get pregnant but before the baby came we get separated. He is a Brazillian! and the baby was on my name ...
:). If you have anymore questions please feel free to ask Regards Stanza Read More
Information required Regarding To Brazilian Citizenship by Rizwan Zulfiqar
Dear James, Good Day,i have married in Brazil and i got permanent residency on the base of marriage with brazilian spouse.1 year has completed after when i received RNE Card from policia federal. Now i want to apply brazilian citizenship,i came to ...
If your wife is working and is filing her taxes on time, both of you can visit the Cartorio and make a declaration that you are hr financial responsibility. Attach that along with her income documents for the last 3 to 6 months and you should be ... Read More
Give Birth in SP Brazil (SingleMom) by @LDeanCaleb
:/ :/ :/ Just give birth a week ago with my little one!! I was living here in Sao Paulo for 3 years with my mom.. Met my ex bf a year ago and get pregnant but before the baby came we get separated. He is a Brazillian! and the baby was on my name ...
You can still apply for permanent residency. Just goto the Cartorio with the yellow paper givent to you at the time of birth and get the birth certificate issued. Afterwards fill up the online application form found on the Policia Federals ... Read More
Having baby in Brazil
Dear Shahzaib Many thanks for your query. Please ignore the replies from the other members. I believe I have already answered these questions of yours in a separate post. Hope that helps. If you have anymore questions please feel free to ... Read More
Moving to Brasil by Wernerkenney
Hi Everyone: I am a American/Brasilian living in Atlanta GA at the moment with a 6 month old daughter and Brasilian wife. I work in NJ and curently travel there for work at the moment for 2 weeks and then home for 2 weeks. I would like to do the ...
Why don’t you try and live in Florianopolis or another developed city where expenses might be a bit more cheaper? Overall budget wise I feel that it’s a decent amount Read More
Stamping passport on exit & entrance by Brazil14
Hi, I am NOT carrying a Brazilian passport, I heard that some land boarder check points don't stamp your passport when going in or out from Brazil, is that right? anyone has such experience / information he can share? Regards
Closer to your date of departure, Goto Policia Federal tell them you overstayed, they will print out a boleto with the exact amount that you need to pay as a fine, pay the fine and keep the paperwork with you. Usually after paying the fine you ... Read More
Every child born in Brazil is considered of Brazilian origin by Adnankhan1
In general terms, every child born in Brazil is considered of Brazilian origin, even its parents are foreigners. However, when the parents are at the service of their foreign country, the Jus Soli rule does not apply. How to proceed when a child ...
Adnan Khan This is a situation handled in case to case basis. For example Pakistan does not have a duel citizenship agreement with Brazil. So the Expat has 2 options 1. He/She can choose to either renounce his Pakistani or Brazilian ... Read More
RNE Cancelation by Rizwan Zulfiqar
Hi,Please let me know on which basis Permanent Residency (RNE) of a foreigner can be cancelled??? i am sure you will reply with a lot of attention, Advance thanks...
Until now the cancellation of the RNE has been very rare, the only case I can think of is where the spouse went to Policia Federal and complained that her husband had done a sham marriage just to stay in Brazil. Even then the Policia Federal had ... Read More
Every child born in Brazil is considered of Brazilian origin by Adnankhan1
In general terms, every child born in Brazil is considered of Brazilian origin, even its parents are foreigners. However, when the parents are at the service of their foreign country, the Jus Soli rule does not apply. How to proceed when a child ...
Hi Adnan I just saw your reply! Basically you have copied and pasted what is actually written on another website. Can you tell me what exactly is your concern/question so I can answer that accordingly? Awaiting your reply Regards Read More
Enquiry about giving birth in Brazil by nemair
hi, I will visit Brazil this April with my wife to give birth with our first baby in sha'a Allah, the main target is to get the Brazilian Passport for my child, I have read many articles regarding this but still hane some unanswered ...
I know of atleast 4 families as of now who have given birth in the public hospitals in Florianopolis. Despite the reputation of C Sections in Brazil’s. The hospital’s in Florianopolis give first priority to always try for a Natural ... Read More
Giving birth in Brazil by janedoe007
So hey everyone I was just wondering about some details regarding having a baby in Brazil.. I want to know the overall cost, NATURAL birth and where that would be possible I want the details on hospitals and doctors who deliver naturally, daily ...
Hi orejoice I have replied back to your question in the other thread! Hope that helps Regards Stanza Read More
How long would it take to issue a passport for my baby
The passport for the baby can be issued within 4 to 5 working days. In regards to your permanent residency cards they usually take between 45 to 60 days to be ready. Read More
Registering a birth in Brazil by David
Hi, About to have a baby or already had children? Let's share your experience about the paperworks for registering a birth in Brazil. What are the formalities to obtain a birth certificate? What is the procedure to follow if both parents ...
We had tried for our home Birth in Florianopolis but as I stated that due to last minute unexpected situations we rushed to the government hospital. They all were great and really helped out. Read More
Changing residential address by saurabhshah
Hello Guys, I live in Brasilia and I have recently got my resident (Protocol to work and RNE) cards after marrying a Brazilian. After that I have moved to another place in Brasilia. I believe police do verification time to time. So I need to update ...
They give you 60 to 90 days to update your address. Even if you cross that time you still have a chance to update it. Just goto Policia Federal with your new proof of address and fill up the paper. They will give you a Protocolo on the spot and ... Read More
Changing residential address by saurabhshah
Hello Guys, I live in Brasilia and I have recently got my resident (Protocol to work and RNE) cards after marrying a Brazilian. After that I have moved to another place in Brasilia. I believe police do verification time to time. So I need to update ...
Hi Saurabh Please note that what jland has stated is that no one has ever visited his house for an inspection. That only happens when you apply for your citizenship. Regards Stanza Read More
Naturalização Ordinária
Hi Adnan Please note that the entire updated checklist is available on the Policia Federal website. If you face any challenges in finding it please send me a PM Regards Stanza Read More