Mikeflanagan
Canadian expat in Brazil
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Speaks English Partial Portuguese
Registration: 12 September 2017
Looking for experiences in Rural areas with HughesNet by mberigan
Hi!I have a home in a rural area unserved by telephone services but that does have Internet. Initially, the area started with radio Internet and that helped people with communication and basic Internet services. Streaming works OK and generally ...
@mberiganOne thing I have noticed is if someone is providing fiber to your area, and its of better services - you can offer to pay for the fiber installation in full ( I had to do this once to an area ) and it was 2km out of bounds. Backup option ... Read More
Google Fi phone service good in Brazil? by alexanderstephenlange
Hello, ex-patriots!I have heard that Google Fi (a service I use here in the States) works well in Brazil.Anybody have any thoughts on that?I also understand that one should switch away from Google Fi to use a less expensive, native service... ...
like if spectrum provided phone services as example lol Read More
Google Fi phone service good in Brazil? by alexanderstephenlange
Hello, ex-patriots!I have heard that Google Fi (a service I use here in the States) works well in Brazil.Anybody have any thoughts on that?I also understand that one should switch away from Google Fi to use a less expensive, native service... ...
yea their reception in even capital cities is atrocious at best Read More
Google Fi phone service good in Brazil? by alexanderstephenlange
Hello, ex-patriots!I have heard that Google Fi (a service I use here in the States) works well in Brazil.Anybody have any thoughts on that?I also understand that one should switch away from Google Fi to use a less expensive, native service... ...
yeah helps - if your staying down and in the NE depending on the area you can look at TIM - claro tends to fib / exaggerate their coverage maps - avoid vivo or oi Read More
Google Fi phone service good in Brazil? by alexanderstephenlange
Hello, ex-patriots!I have heard that Google Fi (a service I use here in the States) works well in Brazil.Anybody have any thoughts on that?I also understand that one should switch away from Google Fi to use a less expensive, native service... ...
google fi is spot on but if you dont visit usa every year or such some folks service may get abruptly snipped. However if your on one of their flex plans they dont care so much and as long as your not abusing bandwidth ( sits around 20g per month ) ... Read More
Remember: When Changing Phones... by Pablo888
April 4, 2026I just upgraded my phone (twice) recently. The upgrade path was easy but one thing I did not do before wiping out my old phone is:Make sure to login in both the old and new phone and transfer the account from the old to the new by QR ...
Basically for banking apps and such to avoid any scams or the likes - you need too transfer and authenticate any government or banking apps during a transfer.No big headache there - just a quick trip to your bank ATM and you will be sorted asap Read More
Typical cost of health insurance? by John_D
Is this a reasonable price for health insurance in Brazil?R$1255 monthly per person? (both in mid-60's)(with R$250 coparticipacao)
I trimmed mine off leaving my wife and daughter on it. For me out of pocket for a suprise eye surgery I had to foot a bill of 2500 reais.I am young & still working so no sweat off my balls there but if your in the older age bracket - totally ... Read More
No More Paying A Ransom for Amazon.com Orders by Roddie Simmons
Let me explain. This is not something I think will happen to others, hopefully. I live in a very small village of less than 3,000 people in Northeastern Brazil. There are times when I do not think I can get a product locally (i.e., my computer ...
@abthree this 100% my family sent a nice dress and gold jewellery for my daughters most recent birthday, well over 10 mil in taxes juros - always ask for people to vet packages prior to sending Read More
VPN's ANYONE by Roddie Simmons
Bom Dia! i have had a really rough week. hint my YouTube computer blew up. My quick question is about anyone who has a VPN or would recomend a brand. I currently have EXPRESS VPN and it is usually the best, but with my computer situation, I have to ...
Ya if you need help with it shoot a pm. Normally 403 is auth related issues for express vpn which may just require something like using revo uninstaller to do a full removal and get rid of hidden config files - restart computer reinstall from your ... Read More
Atestado de residência no exterior by UhOhDetran
Just wondering if anyone (Brazilian or expat) left Brazil for a while and then applied for a "Atestado de residência no exterior". It's a document that you apply for and get from the embassy stating that you've been living outside of Brazil ...
Just keep in mind that canada and brazil share a tax treaty to avoid double taxation between the two countries. Read More
Tried to use my girlfriend CPF by NewBrazil
I was at a grocery store as a experiment I put my girlfriend CPF in but the cashier said it didn’t work. Did it twice still didn’t work. When I put my CPF it works. I found it strange it didn’t work. This was just using a regular ...
normally its optional. In recife we dont do it for groceries ( bill is usually circa 700-1200 biweekly ) electronics is mandatory as those are heavily taxed items already so no way around that Read More
98 lb dog to Brazil??? by sjpetzold
I am trying to move my 98 lb Giant Schnauzer to Brazil and it is becoming a nightmare! He needs such a large crate (700 size with possible extension) that most airlines that still move pets can’t move him due to the size. The only options that ...
@Peter Itamaraca ya people were getting a bit willy nilly with what qualifies as an ESA so they forgone that for most airlines lol.imagine a mastiff any breed as an ESA lol Read More
Renewing your passport in Brazil by NewBrazil
My passport expires in April 2026. First question how many month before it expires should I start the process. Second what is the easy way to get it renewed. I been told you have to send it through the mail to Rio. Third is there any service that ...
You can mail it in. with the canadian embassy I went in person because i wanted some travel so went to SP to do it in person ( absolutely requires an appointment no walkins ever permitted )I can assure you its normal to mail it in. not everyone has ... Read More
Tips/timeline for getting a Brazilian credit card by thetravelfox
I am curious from others' experience how long I should expect to wait before getting approved for a credit card? And for that matter, anything In particular I should be doing to increase my odds / limit once I get one?As of last month, I'm all ...
pix is now becoming the mandatory choice across brazil amid tarrifs so. all websites will have a pix option shortly :) Read More
Cloudflare verification annoyance. by bepmoht
Am I Human?I don’t know if others have this issue, but when trying to access the site (especially in the evenings) I have to continually select the “CLOUDFLARE” I am human box, sometimes a dozen times or more before I connect to ...
Biggest issue with this is what Abthree pointed out.If you are closing your VPN but not your browser. things get jumbled up on the browser connection side and triggers those checks.Before turning vpn on - close all browsers. Turning vpn off. close ... Read More
FAX fix - here's a solution to an old problem by mberigan
I was going to resurrect an old thread that ended in 2019 (without a solution) BUT decided to revive it here instead as there may be additional new solutions to needing to FAX in this modern age when FAXing is mostly a thing of the past.Old thread: ...
it shows on their website it works for sending to brazil even. just click on the international faxes section and your good. Read More
FAX fix - here's a solution to an old problem by mberigan
I was going to resurrect an old thread that ended in 2019 (without a solution) BUT decided to revive it here instead as there may be additional new solutions to needing to FAX in this modern age when FAXing is mostly a thing of the past.Old thread: ...
Can confirm faxzero worked in the past. Read More
Allergies on the Beach in Brazil by alan279
I've developed allergies in the past five years, after living on the beach in Ilhéus for ten years previously without allergy symptoms.Some pharmacists have suggested that living near the ocean could be the cause of my allergic reaction. My ...
Also - use acryllic paint in your house - prevents it. Read More
Allergies on the Beach in Brazil by alan279
I've developed allergies in the past five years, after living on the beach in Ilhéus for ten years previously without allergy symptoms.Some pharmacists have suggested that living near the ocean could be the cause of my allergic reaction. My ...
Check the link I posted before - it has alot of good information on it. Read More
Allergies on the Beach in Brazil by alan279
I've developed allergies in the past five years, after living on the beach in Ilhéus for ten years previously without allergy symptoms.Some pharmacists have suggested that living near the ocean could be the cause of my allergic reaction. My ...
Since finding that out. Watching for where its present has been amazing. No more anti allergic. Read More
Allergies on the Beach in Brazil by alan279
I've developed allergies in the past five years, after living on the beach in Ilhéus for ten years previously without allergy symptoms.Some pharmacists have suggested that living near the ocean could be the cause of my allergic reaction. My ...
@Pablo888By chance. Moved a table. hit the wall a tad hard. my nose turned to a faucet instantly. look in. POOF MOLDnot just a little. all the clay was covered in it. had to evacuate kiddos and dogs and stay somewhere for a few weeks while the walls ... Read More
Allergies on the Beach in Brazil by alan279
I've developed allergies in the past five years, after living on the beach in Ilhéus for ten years previously without allergy symptoms.Some pharmacists have suggested that living near the ocean could be the cause of my allergic reaction. My ...
I hope they review it soon. Because it gives images on what to notice for what kind of cleanups. Specifically when to hire a professional ( the route i went ) Read More
Allergies on the Beach in Brazil by alan279
I've developed allergies in the past five years, after living on the beach in Ilhéus for ten years previously without allergy symptoms.Some pharmacists have suggested that living near the ocean could be the cause of my allergic reaction. My ...
My nose grew unfond of mold. Was having super bad allergies at this house. Looked all new. the internal bricks however - pure black mold.Just because you do not see it. does not mean its there. If someone above or below had a leak at some point. ... Read More
Allergies on the Beach in Brazil by alan279
I've developed allergies in the past five years, after living on the beach in Ilhéus for ten years previously without allergy symptoms.Some pharmacists have suggested that living near the ocean could be the cause of my allergic reaction. My ...
One thing ive found - mold mold mold. In the NE this is an issue. mostly across all of brazil.So depending on how old your building is - or your house , mold will be all through the walls due to varying construction methods.Current house since I ... Read More
Need some tech advice by roddiesho
@alan279 Ouch! That is a heck of a lot. If I didn't live 25 minutes from Jericoacoara in my own personal paradise I might be jealous but that is still a heck of a lot of money. Is there Happiness on a smaller budget (if Logitech had not sent me a ...
If you can prove one laptop is for work - and your other is personal - 2 can be permissible however if you cant prove that its a laptop used to access remote work - no bueno. Also no new boxes, but I only buy my laptops in brazil these days. Same ... Read More
Need some tech advice by roddiesho
@alan279 Ouch! That is a heck of a lot. If I didn't live 25 minutes from Jericoacoara in my own personal paradise I might be jealous but that is still a heck of a lot of money. Is there Happiness on a smaller budget (if Logitech had not sent me a ...
@roddieshoyou using US or CAD geek squad Read More
Would you leave your phone to be analyzed by NewBrazil
My IPhone seem to have a battery problem. I went to 2 shops and was told I have to leave my phone for a day to have it analyzed. It has all my information and accounts with credit cards. I am in Fortaleza and have to make this decision to get my ...
Biggest thing normally is difference in voltage between countries. Unless the iphone was bought and stamped by anatel you will notice the performance or behavior get a bit jarred over time. Most likely your battery took too many volts/amps and is ... Read More
Provider of Smart Home / Security Equipment in Brazil? by Pablo888
My usual go-to place to get smart home / security hardware have been via Amazon and various small vendors that package zigbee, raspberry pi, and other custom products.Where do you get your usual door locks, security cameras, motion sensor, and Home ...
I think you can find kiosks at mix mateus, but checking on their website as well is a good place to look for needs. Overall been super happy with the product. Read More
Provider of Smart Home / Security Equipment in Brazil? by Pablo888
My usual go-to place to get smart home / security hardware have been via Amazon and various small vendors that package zigbee, raspberry pi, and other custom products.Where do you get your usual door locks, security cameras, motion sensor, and Home ...
Ya even writing this I ran across 5 - 6 kiosks for intelbras at various locations in recife and olinda . Wish we could just upload photos here some days lol Read More
Provider of Smart Home / Security Equipment in Brazil? by Pablo888
My usual go-to place to get smart home / security hardware have been via Amazon and various small vendors that package zigbee, raspberry pi, and other custom products.Where do you get your usual door locks, security cameras, motion sensor, and Home ...
Fierra Costa. I'll toss some locations where they are there in person to view. Just out and about Read More
Provider of Smart Home / Security Equipment in Brazil? by Pablo888
My usual go-to place to get smart home / security hardware have been via Amazon and various small vendors that package zigbee, raspberry pi, and other custom products.Where do you get your usual door locks, security cameras, motion sensor, and Home ...
Recife doesn't hold any restrictions on where you are in the city. Lord it's just humid or roasting lol.Glad the recommendation went well for you. I chose it because it's already local and warranty coverage ( not that I've needed it ) also ... Read More
Provider of Smart Home / Security Equipment in Brazil? by Pablo888
My usual go-to place to get smart home / security hardware have been via Amazon and various small vendors that package zigbee, raspberry pi, and other custom products.Where do you get your usual door locks, security cameras, motion sensor, and Home ...
I use intelbras. 100% their outdoor cameras have survived the harshest rain sun etc and still operate with no issues 4 + years later.Little expensive for their product. however long term 0 issues. I have used both hardwired and wireless equipment Read More
Expert Tech Expats on VPN Inference by roddiesho
So, a tech support agent wiped out all my password connections trying to fix an issue. It took nearly a week, but I was able to get all my streaming connections back except for PEACOCK-TV. They seem to be throwing all kind of solutions against the ...
I am glad brazil head steadfast on this. Read More
127v // 220v by usmc_mv
Hello Brazil. Has anyone heard of an adapter that converts? Or is necessary for an electrician to install an outlet? It is for a microwave ... NOT a DC regulated device. Matt-
Yeah thankfully here in the northeast everything is bivolt and we dont need to worry about nothing, Arno is the way to go, suprisingly great fans. Read More
Digital Nomad extension - will I get fined for overstaying? by peter10315
My digital nomad visa expired in April, and I've been trying to renew since February. I finally managed to get it approved and will go to the police tomorrow. Will I get fined for overstaying? Sounds unfair but you never know here.
The airport PF will issue your ticket upon leaving. ( your fine ) then it needs to be paid prior to arrival to simplify things upon return.They wont directly mention a fine in most cases. up until you leave as it just keeps accruing Read More
Brazilian media ignoring blockade on Twitter and posting articles by mikehunter
I've seen that Folha de SP and Globo are continuing to post on Twitter. I find that a bit disrespectful to the court order. The whole idea was to obviously stop Brazilian twitter usage. The Media have several other outlets to post ...
They do have offices outside of brazil so it makes sense they can still post ( canada and eurovision ) Read More
Digital Nomad extension - will I get fined for overstaying? by peter10315
My digital nomad visa expired in April, and I've been trying to renew since February. I finally managed to get it approved and will go to the police tomorrow. Will I get fined for overstaying? Sounds unfair but you never know here.
@peter10315 yes you would want to apply for renewal before expires because as soon as it does you immediately start accruing debt for the fine. Best to do that and sort out the fine asap as it would in some cases count against a renewal Read More
Expert Tech Expats on VPN Inference by roddiesho
So, a tech support agent wiped out all my password connections trying to fix an issue. It took nearly a week, but I was able to get all my streaming connections back except for PEACOCK-TV. They seem to be throwing all kind of solutions against the ...
VPN is easy to enforce as all VPN services do report to larger bodies like nsa cia etc in USA. Similar for each body outside of that for each country. Any publicly owned VPN would be required like internet service providers to lock put VPN. It's not ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in Brazil remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to choose your ...
I have the TIM Black plan. Serves a few things, free hbo max free deezer etc. and I get unlimited north american roaming with no penalties. 110$ Reais a month but worth it at the end of the day! Read More
Experiences with Starlink (internet)? by Kurterino
I live in an area where there’s no wired connection, the only way to have internet is via GSM (4G). Unfortunately the network isn’t very strong, so speed varies from Totally Fine to Almost Nothing…. In comes Starlink: if I’m ...
Starlink even in rural USA and Canada is fantastic. Ive had to do remote work on them before ( connection ) and it was very good in comparison to standard satellite. Read More
Proposal: Expat Meeting Saturday Sept 14, 2024 or Sept 21, 2024? by Pablo888
Following the example of @abthree and with the goal of bringing people together, I will be in Ilha de Itamaraca to do my GV PF registration and will be staying for about 2 weeks spanning the weekends of Sept 14 and Sept 21.Given that I started my ...
I am only a stones throw away but all depends on my work schedule sadly :( Read More
Let's discuss something fun for a change. by bepmoht
So there’s a lot of inexpensive beer in Brazil. Most of the favorites are lagers, served sub zero celcius cold. Many are more popular in certain states or regions. This is due to local taste, advertising and other influences. So todays survey ...
*the malt beers here are amazing* Read More
NEW RG in Polycarbonate Format: Has anyone gotten one? by Nomad Mundo
Brazil's new unified identity card, the RIC, was first announced in 2009. The working group's proposed model was similar to the one used throughout Europe: a polycarbonate card (akin to a credit card) with an embedded chip. But that would involve ...
Ya i got one, shits super handy , biometric data is all present on the cardat least my RNE is, not full citizen yet but thats going to be in the works soon Read More
Brazilian ID so I can get a bank account[B]thread removed from review by *HernameisRio*
Hi Everyone!I'm Katy, recently divorced digital nomad, North American born. Just bought a condo in Rio Brazil! Plan to snowbird hemispheres! My place is for rent now- right on the ocean 😉! Would love to rent to a safe person ad switch 6 ...
You will find yourself hard pressed for any financial institution to let people open an account with no formal id. and even worse trying to move the money out of brazil which would flag pretty fast for any form of iban / swift transfers then at ... Read More
Brazil Cell Phone Plans for Part Time Expats by Pablo888
I know that there are many expats who live in Brazil part-time and I am wondering what they do w.r.t cell phone plans. Those are important for things such as Uber, apple id, etc..I know that there are international roaming plans - but those are ...
Welcome to the woes of Tim kkkkkkkkk. Also my provider Read More
Keurig K-cups in Brazil? by EricPau
Hey folks, I brought a nice Keurig coffee machine from USA, and I'm finding it to be a hard time to find k-cup coffee pods in the supermarkets here. It looks like Nespresso has the market here in Brazil. Have any of you seen k-cups for sale here? ...
Do yourself a favor. Get a Nespresso hands down higher quality Read More
Brazilian ID so I can get a bank account[B]thread removed from review by *HernameisRio*
Hi Everyone!I'm Katy, recently divorced digital nomad, North American born. Just bought a condo in Rio Brazil! Plan to snowbird hemispheres! My place is for rent now- right on the ocean 😉! Would love to rent to a safe person ad switch 6 ...
Yeah so tourist visas are ineligible for crm you would need to have a better method for staying and the extension is not guaranteed. So it's kind of rolling dice for yourself. Read More
Brazil Cell Phone Plans for Part Time Expats by Pablo888
I know that there are many expats who live in Brazil part-time and I am wondering what they do w.r.t cell phone plans. Those are important for things such as Uber, apple id, etc..I know that there are international roaming plans - but those are ...
Ya get a Brazilian number. The roaming plans when you travel abroad are actually amazing for price. Read More
Electric Cars by alan279
I just read that Biden may impose 100% tariffs on Chinese electric cars to the US. What are the tariffs on EVs in Brazil today? Are they about to increase?
You all have excellent points however I doubt any ev brand can remotely climb the hills of the area I live in where streets randomly turn into 90° angles and Read More
98 lb dog to Brazil??? by sjpetzold
I am trying to move my 98 lb Giant Schnauzer to Brazil and it is becoming a nightmare! He needs such a large crate (700 size with possible extension) that most airlines that still move pets can’t move him due to the size. The only options that ...
Lol no just a very restricted breed. That and his weight. Diablo is about the same weight as most adult males lol Read More
98 lb dog to Brazil??? by sjpetzold
I am trying to move my 98 lb Giant Schnauzer to Brazil and it is becoming a nightmare! He needs such a large crate (700 size with possible extension) that most airlines that still move pets can’t move him due to the size. The only options that ...
@abthreeNot cheap is an understatement. 7500 cad + taxes for my presa canario to come with on private charter. Big cost. Read More
Brazilian concept of "beauty" by VictoriaChandler
When one looks at these images from various Brazilian carnivals, it's no wonder that many foreigners, including myself, associate Brazilian beauty with images of "exotic" mocha-skinned ...
@abthreeYeah. Anytime anyone needs help with anything in the immediate family not even a question because if they can do it themselves they will. Hard to find family like this lol Read More
Brazilian concept of "beauty" by VictoriaChandler
When one looks at these images from various Brazilian carnivals, it's no wonder that many foreigners, including myself, associate Brazilian beauty with images of "exotic" mocha-skinned ...
03/24/24 @Pablo888. mercilessly, transactional. That “foreigners are all rich” has passed from being a stereotype to being a commonplace that’s widely believed, and the tragedy that I’ve observed more than any ... Read More
Adaptation suggestions to heatwaves and weather events in Brazil by Pablo888
Since January of 2024, I have seen several instances of floods and heatwaves in Rio. Here is an example that I saw yesterday -> ...
Common for me. Living in Toronto. During summers they don't factor in heat from concrete. So going from. 40-45c feels like 55-60c in Toronto during peak summers. Whats going on now can be dealt with easily. Key thing do not blast your AC all day and ... Read More
Let's talk about medication cost comparisons by mberigan
I don't know if there is an existing forum anyplace around but a family member has shown me some pretty outrageous cost differences on a standard prescribed medication that many retired people on fixed incomes pay.A cost comparison on (NAME BRAND is ...
At the end of the day is greed no matter how you paint it lol Read More
Let's talk about medication cost comparisons by mberigan
I don't know if there is an existing forum anyplace around but a family member has shown me some pretty outrageous cost differences on a standard prescribed medication that many retired people on fixed incomes pay.A cost comparison on (NAME BRAND is ...
Yeah good example why Americans go to Canada for things like insulin shots. Caused a concern in terms of supply and demand in Canada as Canada prefers who can pay scenarios over their own citizens lives lol. But at peak dystopian situations like ... Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
wish they would take off the bandaid and go back to space race again Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
if anything, brics subsidy. We have that here unlike USA Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
Ya in the northeast it's prone to rotating power outages on the regular. That's where alot of the supply issue comes to hand lol -@Mikeflanagan I think that investments in the EV infrastructure are very dependent on ... Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
As I ponder this topic; "Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars," I can't escape thinking that it is a completely erroneous method to creating wealth (jobs) in Brazil. It is (as friends here like to say) a copy/paste (or ... Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
Ya in the northeast it's prone to rotating power outages on the regular. That's where alot of the supply issue comes to hand lol Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
I highly doubt it would be a simple or easy process. Comparing population density and energy grid requirements would force an update to current systems with plenty of Brazilian bureaucracy inbetween each phase as everyone will want a payout or ... Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
I think first they would need to formalize road repairs LOL then from there it could work easier Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
oh ya i dont see this for any time in the immidiate , this is more of a time to save for xyz event lol Read More
Maybe going to stay here. by Rjones44
Hi group! I have been in a stable union with a Brasileira for7 years. Last year we got married. For most of our time together, I have been going back and forth between here and the States, working there for six months and staying here for six. This ...
Ya in Brazil. But even in Canada it's held to a degree of scepticism lol which is a bit of a nuance Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
Yeah I'd like to at least try the Chinese variant for EVs at some point. Sure I have friends in China that would house me and the likes but I do not like to burden anyone with that. If we do get them here I would certainly buy one to test it out. ... Read More
Maybe going to stay here. by Rjones44
Hi group! I have been in a stable union with a Brasileira for7 years. Last year we got married. For most of our time together, I have been going back and forth between here and the States, working there for six months and staying here for six. This ...
Ya I've only worked remote for the past 17 years I think now. Anything that can be done outside of signing documents of a legal standard in person can be done remotely unless it's hardware related. Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
@roddieshoI have said it before and I'll say it again. Brazil favors those who put effort in. Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
well more incentives for renewables and EVs are getting pushed into brazil slowly, but on a steady path, investments between that and petrobras show the changes in spectrums on that. Flex could work but in the NE primarily you see alot of diesel ... Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
*correction, most items imported face tarrifs and taxes regardless. no way to cheat it. and brazil monitors the trades between paraguay for illegal goods, fake items etc ( worse than wish.com ) Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
@Mikeflanagan Would you have taxation to import a car from, say Paraguay? -@CanforbraWhat does paraguay have that brazil already does not, Brazil is pro brazil. anything that can be done locally but imported gets taxed always. Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
1/ High taxation by governmentI think that's why foreign companies are investing in Brazil - to circumvent the import tariffs.From what I have seen, in terms of governments thats the idea Brazil uses to implement job generation and bring money to ... Read More
Good marketing for online business by Canforbra
Does anyone know of a good marketing company or tools in brazil for an online business here.My wife has an online store but I am not sure about good pricing here for marketing.It is a small store so no need for anything expensive. She sells kids ...
yea online stores. thats tax on tax on tax and logistics. Then if lets say you do open it. there is state tax for where its going that needs to be included as a form of a vat(vat being used as an example) else correrios will put the cost on the ... Read More
use of international credit cards in Brazil by maavilu
Hello friends. When i was in Brazil in 2023 i use both my debit and credit cards (international) in Brazil and worked without no issue. When i came back to Brazil in January 2024 no one of this cards work at all in any POS machines across all Brazil ...
yeah so if pix failed thats local and you would want to contact your financial institution as to the reasoning why. Limits are always in place. Always keep eyes on your daily and nightly limits - unmentioned item but the day and night transactions ... Read More
Maybe going to stay here. by Rjones44
Hi group! I have been in a stable union with a Brasileira for7 years. Last year we got married. For most of our time together, I have been going back and forth between here and the States, working there for six months and staying here for six. This ...
So to put it into perspective, ideally your target would be for a family of 5 (high as possible but I understand landing jobs that pay that much are very hard) dont get thrown off, now if you opt for public school, that will offset the cost for your ... Read More
Just did my residency visa by Canforbra
Hello,If anyone is interested.I just did my residency appointment. It went smooth. They will take your picture and finger prints at the desk.The wait for the card is 3 months.I have my protocol. Question...can you work with the protocol or do ...
ya roddie is right, everything has to match up for name specifically, and because i was blessed with a 5 part irish name thats proven quite the task for this xD Read More
Need some insight by Nap380
Hello to all, I am new and this forum, but I got to say that I really enjoyed in the past week reading some of your stories. I am writing to you all today because I need some advice on what to do now. I’ll give you as brief as I can my story. ...
yea child processing through imigration canada i think im at the 4 year mark waiting for my daughters, all paperwork is top notch and no issues. its just in limbo Read More
Is the Brazilian Economy Getting Stronger? by Pablo888
Just saw this about the country's economic situation:https://brazilian.report/liveblog/politics-insider/2024/03/07/fiscal-surplus-january-brazil/A high debt to GDP ratio tends to be concerning as this will put pressure on interest rates resulting in ...
northeast prices fluxuate. ups and downs. However we are having more big box office atacadaos and other type chains opening in the northeast, If i remember its a offshoot of carrefour Read More
Just did my residency visa by Canforbra
Hello,If anyone is interested.I just did my residency appointment. It went smooth. They will take your picture and finger prints at the desk.The wait for the card is 3 months.I have my protocol. Question...can you work with the protocol or do ...
No way to cheat the overstay fine. Make sure you pay it off else that will prevent you from having a clean cpf and restrict things like banking or opening a proper bank etc. Trickle down effect throws large punches when not paying attention! lol Read More
Need some insight by Nap380
Hello to all, I am new and this forum, but I got to say that I really enjoyed in the past week reading some of your stories. I am writing to you all today because I need some advice on what to do now. I’ll give you as brief as I can my story. ...
Applications for visas are still on backlog. 2 years waiting +++ for my kiddos authentication of citizenship ( first generation only ). Not moved one bit even though they have all the accurate information. When your down. Set aside the Canadian ... Read More
Living amongst Marmoset Monkeys by john8670
During a visit to Porto De Galinhas two years ago, I observed that the local marmoset monkeys were particularly active at night and in the early morning hours. They frequently ran across the roofs of resort rooms, engaging in constant chirping. ...
Jealous. Most I see in reef are about scorpions. Flying ants the size of your thumb and right now thousands of cicadas lol Read More
Is the Clock Ticking? by roddiesho
Boa Tarde, I recently had a very successful appointment with the Federal Police for my Permanent Residency Visa by Spouse. My wife, lawyers and translator left with what I consider a Win and I subsequently paid the large Over Due fine. At the ...
ya, if your flying. try direct from REC > MIA or REC>FLL FLL better choice as the flights tend to be discounted due to disney promotions. from there you can book anywhere you want in usa lol Read More
Is the Clock Ticking? by roddiesho
Boa Tarde, I recently had a very successful appointment with the Federal Police for my Permanent Residency Visa by Spouse. My wife, lawyers and translator left with what I consider a Win and I subsequently paid the large Over Due fine. At the ...
Yeah, family reunion is the route I went as well due to my daughter to avoid a slog of headaches ( Canadian consulate suggested this route ). Great plan Read More
Canadian Global Affairs Hacked by Mikeflanagan
If any canadians ever registered with global affairs. I suggest reaching out to them if your data was leaked or not.
Blame on Justin Trudeau. It works nowadays. -@sprealestatebrokerJesus that sock wearing prude. Man, Canada inflation rates are unreal at the current point in time Read More
Canadian Global Affairs Hacked by Mikeflanagan
If any canadians ever registered with global affairs. I suggest reaching out to them if your data was leaked or not.
I registered with the "gubmint" 23 years ago when I thought I'd be killed in 48 hours of arriving on day one in Rio. Don't believe everything online kkkkkkkk -@Gasparzinho 777Ya I see their endless advisorys saying brazil is a lawless ... Read More
Prison via WhatsApp by alan279
I’ve received a message via WhatApp from a Brazilian bureaucrat demanding my presence on April 18 in women’s court on penalty of prison.
Yeah its different, If its an official business on whatsapp, My bank regularly I can reach out to or they can contact me via whatsapp. Saves so much time! Read More
Is the Clock Ticking? by roddiesho
Boa Tarde, I recently had a very successful appointment with the Federal Police for my Permanent Residency Visa by Spouse. My wife, lawyers and translator left with what I consider a Win and I subsequently paid the large Over Due fine. At the ...
yeah, mine was pretty much as soon as the fine was paid. ( to be honest I dont think they cared because I paid the full amount ( with multa / juros ) got wife to make me a stamped certified copy and showed them was all processed on the spot really ( ... Read More
Canadian Global Affairs Hacked by Mikeflanagan
If any canadians ever registered with global affairs. I suggest reaching out to them if your data was leaked or not.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/global-affairs-security-breach-1.7099290 Read More
Canadian Global Affairs Hacked.
If any canadians ever registered with global affairs. I suggest reaching out to them if your data was leaked or not. Read More
Is the Clock Ticking? by roddiesho
Boa Tarde, I recently had a very successful appointment with the Federal Police for my Permanent Residency Visa by Spouse. My wife, lawyers and translator left with what I consider a Win and I subsequently paid the large Over Due fine. At the ...
Congrats man. your making healthy progression, When I had to pay my past due - Consulate in canada told me that I need to pay fine. Once fine is paid your gucchi, and due to the already time ive spent outside that it was no problem to start my ... Read More
Dismiss from my job while I'm on work permit by Jcommej
Hello!I'm writing this message because I didn't find any good and clear information on the web and my lawyer is also having some difficulty to reply me.So, I have a brazilian work permit since MARCH 2023. However, for some personnal reason I will ...
Just don't be like alan279 and answer the door to any female, who knows what might happen. Roddie in Retirement -@roddieshoksksksks Read More
Bank account for non residents by Kat2202
Hi all,I really need insight. We sold a property and the proceeds were deposited into a joint Caixa Economica Savings account. I want to transfer my share of the money into an account in my name, but since I am not currently in Brazil, I am unable ...
you can always explore if your in USA - banco do brasil. they have a host of locations across usa, and they can work in tandem with accounts back in brazil. Providing you at least have a CPF they most cases can handle the rest Read More
Oh by the way! Federal Police appointment is10am tomorrow! by roddiesho
First thank you to the EXPAT.COM Braintrust, my adventure is almost over.My wife and I traveled to Fortaleza and the first thing our host (friend of our new lawyer's) said when we arrived at his house for the night was about the appointment.Spoiler ...
Air canada is really bottom barrel flights for what you pay to fly. 3 hour flight on air canada feels like a 9 hour flight on united lol.And your right. the hot meals 100% is appreciated on the flights. And when im going between north and south ... Read More
CPF, UF, and activating a SIM card by Kurterino
Last week I bought a TIM SIM card to replace my VIVO, at least here in Bahia it seems to be better. I’m not lying if I’m saying that it took me literally HOURS. Actually it was so bad that I thought there was a problem with this ...
Yeah I didn't need to do a selfie for my tim line. Just cpf address and my line worked out of the box Read More
Oh by the way! Federal Police appointment is10am tomorrow! by roddiesho
First thank you to the EXPAT.COM Braintrust, my adventure is almost over.My wife and I traveled to Fortaleza and the first thing our host (friend of our new lawyer's) said when we arrived at his house for the night was about the appointment.Spoiler ...
Congrats man ! One thing that never fails me in Brazil if you try to do things right and it goes wrong they make it right in the end ! Regardless who's at fault ( excluding criminal behavior of course ) Read More
The "gringo things you do"........... by GuestPoster376
Mine........tipping, or, in her words, I'm always over tipping wait staff.We all know that 10% is automatically added into the restaurant/bar bill as a "wage subsidy" IMHO.......but Brasilians consider it an actual tip function. I don't.When we got ...
My wife always insists that I overdress because I refuse to leave the house without at least a black polo, a pair of jeans and shoes on. She says that I should just wear shorts, a t-shirt and Havaianas. She also says that I wear too much black, and ... Read More
The "gringo things you do"........... by GuestPoster376
Mine........tipping, or, in her words, I'm always over tipping wait staff.We all know that 10% is automatically added into the restaurant/bar bill as a "wage subsidy" IMHO.......but Brasilians consider it an actual tip function. I don't.When we got ...
Would a printed Pix QR code attached to the uniform of the waitstaff facilitate tipping? Just a thought… Alan -@alan279Most I see those for qr codes on uniforms or the likes would be to pull up menus on your smartphone. My Uber ... Read More
Canadian buying property in Brazil by Golsucks
Looking for information regarding buying property here in Brazil. Can I pay direct from canada trust TD. to seller? I have a resident visa here and I am a tax resident in canada Further to this; I want to borrow the money in canada to buy the ...
yea, and its not going to be fixed anytime soon. they got hungry with taxation. now its rampant. in 30 years they could have it fixed. kind of like when current leaderships father was in control. driven to desperation and depression back then as ... Read More
Canadian buying property in Brazil by Golsucks
Looking for information regarding buying property here in Brazil. Can I pay direct from canada trust TD. to seller? I have a resident visa here and I am a tax resident in canada Further to this; I want to borrow the money in canada to buy the ...
Yeah, im actually at the point of wanting to forgoe my canadian portion so i stop paying taxes in canada.ITS INSANE HOW MUCH MORE IM PAYING FOR CANADA Read More
Canadian buying property in Brazil by Golsucks
Looking for information regarding buying property here in Brazil. Can I pay direct from canada trust TD. to seller? I have a resident visa here and I am a tax resident in canada Further to this; I want to borrow the money in canada to buy the ...
Robert Kiyosaki as a side note is about 1.2 billion in debt and rolling on the premise if he fails the bank fails lol. Read More