NewBrazil
American expat in Brazil
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Lives in Imperatriz, Maranhão
Speaks Little Spanish and Learning Portuguese
Registration: 19 February 2018
I found something interesting about Brazilian Tax by NewBrazil
If your diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma or worse. This could be a sore on your nose or body. Even if you had MOHS surgery to remove it. If you had cancer diagnosed . It states in Brazilian tax law your social security and possibly pension income ...
@hagece8690 thanks for your response do you have the website that gives the list of disease thanks Read More
I found something interesting about Brazilian Tax
If your diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma or worse. This could be a sore on your nose or body. Even if you had MOHS surgery to remove it. If you had cancer diagnosed . It states in Brazilian tax law your social security and possibly pension income ... Read More
If your physical credit card doesn't work
I had a interesting problem with my credit card. I have a local grocery store I been able to use it everywhere else except this one grocery store. This has been for over 2 weeks. My girlfriend just used my physical credit card 3 business away on the ... Read More
My Debit card is stuck in Customs by NewBrazil
Has anyone experience with having a debit card or credit card replacement sent from the USA. Right now my replacement debit card they are saying. Your package has been delayed due to a Government Agency hold. It showed it passed thru the scan the ...
Just a update I got my card on June 9. When I told the bank my add my CPF to the address. When I got my package there was no CPF on the address. So not sure if they had it or not because I on all the documents it wasn’t there. So maybe that ... Read More
My Debit card is stuck in Customs by NewBrazil
Has anyone experience with having a debit card or credit card replacement sent from the USA. Right now my replacement debit card they are saying. Your package has been delayed due to a Government Agency hold. It showed it passed thru the scan the ...
@ibdegen did you have to pay any duty on your cards. Last time I got my by FedEx it cost me $175 dollars for my debit card. Read More
My Debit card is stuck in Customs
Has anyone experience with having a debit card or credit card replacement sent from the USA. Right now my replacement debit card they are saying. Your package has been delayed due to a Government Agency hold. It showed it passed thru the scan the ... Read More
Having trouble with credit card and debit card working by NewBrazil
Just when yesterday and today to my local supermarket to buy groceries. When I tried to pay with my international credit card it didn’t work. Called my bank they said everything thing should work. In the same store tryed to use my ...
Thanks for all your responses I haven’t tried to us my card at another location yet. I will this week try again thank for all the suggestions. Read More
Having trouble with credit card and debit card working
Just when yesterday and today to my local supermarket to buy groceries. When I tried to pay with my international credit card it didn’t work. Called my bank they said everything thing should work. In the same store tryed to use my ... Read More
How many here in Brazil had cosmetic or dental medical treatment
I was just wondering if you had a medical procedure. What was it and how much did it cost. Example having MOHS surgery for a facial nodule that been show to be cancer. Mohs is the surgery that removed this result is 99% cure. In the USA without ... Read More
Banking and transferring money from the U.S. by onthabay
Hello, My name is Rick. I live in a small town in the state of SP. I am married to a Brazilian, and I retired last year and we moved here. I have been trying to open a bank account in my name, showed them my CPF # and my permanent residencey card, ...
First about taxes most Expats are in the 27.5% in Brazil. There no tax treaties with the USA. Your USA taxes are supposed to offset your Brazil tax. But there no agreement to make this automatic. Also you should talk to a lawyer to setup a company ... Read More
Overstayed, prior to new VISA rules for US citizens and Fines by KSM1976
i would love some help on my somewhat tricky situation. I overstayed in late 2024 to early 2025 for a total of 110 days. I left March 5th 2025.I was given a document that stated my fine and to my surprise it was only R$1100...yes only 1100 not ...
Just a heads up you should arrived in day time. Like 9 or 10 am if possible or afternoon because they are going to make you go to the bank in the airport to pay the fine. I think the bank has set hours to be open. Don’t make your connection ... Read More
There been a lot of talk about new US Banking Regulations
I been watching on YouTube people talking about new Banking requirements going into effect. They are going to use AI to look at patterns. So this could effect expats went moving money. If you haven’t been send money over to another country. If ... Read More
Overstayed, prior to new VISA rules for US citizens and Fines by KSM1976
i would love some help on my somewhat tricky situation. I overstayed in late 2024 to early 2025 for a total of 110 days. I left March 5th 2025.I was given a document that stated my fine and to my surprise it was only R$1100...yes only 1100 not ...
@KSM1976 I would have your friend pay the fine. This way you will know if it correct and be cleared. If it’s not it may stop your evisa. I had a small fine when I left and had my friend pay it before I returned but that when I had a 10 year ... Read More
Renewing your USA passport by NewBrazil
If you choose not to renew your USA passport. You have permanent residency in Brazil. If you only wanted to travel and live in Brazil do you need a passport. If when you renew your passport do they require Tax information for both Brazil and USA. ...
My final update about my passport and card. Just received both at my place. March 4 got my tracking number followed it. Saw it moved from Recife to Fortaleza on March 6. Watched it sit in the post office central till today March 9. Was delivered at ... Read More
Renewing your USA passport by NewBrazil
If you choose not to renew your USA passport. You have permanent residency in Brazil. If you only wanted to travel and live in Brazil do you need a passport. If when you renew your passport do they require Tax information for both Brazil and USA. ...
Update on my passport renewal. I started this January 26,2026. I went to the Fortaleza Consulate to send my documents and paperwork they were very helpful. It now February 26, 2026 just found this website https://passportstatus.state.gov/SearchWas ... Read More
Renewing your USA passport by NewBrazil
If you choose not to renew your USA passport. You have permanent residency in Brazil. If you only wanted to travel and live in Brazil do you need a passport. If when you renew your passport do they require Tax information for both Brazil and USA. ...
I just started my passport renewal process. I got a appointment at the US Consulate in Fortaleza. Went there January 26, 2026 the woman was very friendly and made the process very easy she was great. Just a note you need to have the 2 pages with ... Read More
Ordinary Naturalization and Getting Passport by alirkhorshid
Hello friends. I want to ask about the naturalization process. After the Federal Police and MJSP steps are checked and the name is published on the site, what are the other steps until getting a passport?
I remember reading Brazil sometime declared you can be a citizen if you been here for a certain time period. I know this is not common just does this really happen. What year did this occur if it happened. Read More
Permit Residency Question by NewBrazil
Here the question you have a permit residency by a marriage. You divorce that person and now another marriage to Brazilian woman. During that time it was many months the divorce is not been reported. How would the second marriage effect this permit ...
Thanks for your response my friend was over 65 when they got the permit residency so no renewals needed. Read More
Permit Residency Question
Here the question you have a permit residency by a marriage. You divorce that person and now another marriage to Brazilian woman. During that time it was many months the divorce is not been reported. How would the second marriage effect this permit ... Read More
Renewing your USA passport by NewBrazil
If you choose not to renew your USA passport. You have permanent residency in Brazil. If you only wanted to travel and live in Brazil do you need a passport. If when you renew your passport do they require Tax information for both Brazil and USA. ...
if your in Fortaleza they have a US consulate. I made a appointment to take my renewal for a passport and card. You can use a international credit card or Reals cash. Plus you will have to pay postage. They send it to Recife it then goes to ... Read More
New Visa rule for Brazilian going to the USA
There was a article stating The State Department is freezing immigrant visa processing for 75 countries. Beginning Jan. 21 while the department reassesses its vetting procedures under existing immigration law, Countries affected by the pause include ... Read More
New scam stolen CPF by NewBrazil
my girlfriend CPF just got stolen she got a WhatsApp telling her she need to pay a fine. We tracked the phone number to Santos just near São Paulo. Now she going to Federal Police and her bank to do a report and also there a website from the ...
@jonesio Thank for your response also your explanation. I hope your right about them not being able to use your CPF. The experiment you did with your wife CPF how easy it was to get and how many places it was available. Read More
New scam stolen CPF by NewBrazil
my girlfriend CPF just got stolen she got a WhatsApp telling her she need to pay a fine. We tracked the phone number to Santos just near São Paulo. Now she going to Federal Police and her bank to do a report and also there a website from the ...
@Obinnau this wasn’t a scam call it was a whatapp text. It had her correct CPF and her full name. This shows they have her identification which they could try to use. This why I had her do police report this will be a way to show it was stolen ... Read More
New scam stolen CPF by NewBrazil
my girlfriend CPF just got stolen she got a WhatsApp telling her she need to pay a fine. We tracked the phone number to Santos just near São Paulo. Now she going to Federal Police and her bank to do a report and also there a website from the ...
Thanks for the response I been reading this is becoming more a problem. I had her go make a police report and check her bank in person. The Serasa site has a phone number so I said if she want to use the service to call them. At the police station ... Read More
New scam stolen CPF
my girlfriend CPF just got stolen she got a WhatsApp telling her she need to pay a fine. We tracked the phone number to Santos just near São Paulo. Now she going to Federal Police and her bank to do a report and also there a website from the ... Read More
Tried to use my girlfriend CPF
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 ... Read More
I was badly hacked in the USA, losing a lot and still am by rraypo
This is just a “for what it’s worthOn September 23rd, I was hacked, quite seriously. I woke up that morning like always, made my coffee, checked my WhatsApp, and then my email. I had a large number of unidentifiable SPAM/SCAM appearing ...
Sorry to hear this nightmare came true. Just another update if you didn’t know over 400,000 social security numbers were hacked. I used a service that found 2 people were using my number. So I called Social Security and had them put a block on ... Read More
Health care insurance for people over 70
I am 75 have on no medications health. Would like to know what health insurance is available in Fortaleza Brazil and monthly cost. Thanks for any information Read More
Renewing your USA passport by NewBrazil
If you choose not to renew your USA passport. You have permanent residency in Brazil. If you only wanted to travel and live in Brazil do you need a passport. If when you renew your passport do they require Tax information for both Brazil and USA. ...
If you have a past IRS tax issue then should you go in person to the US Consult to renew your passport. The Tax issue being not paying in full a past tax. But it was in progress of being resolved. Read More
Renewing your USA passport
If you choose not to renew your USA passport. You have permanent residency in Brazil. If you only wanted to travel and live in Brazil do you need a passport. If when you renew your passport do they require Tax information for both Brazil and USA. ... Read More
Renewing your passport in Brazil
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 ... Read More
Buying gold in brazil by Joesphwilliams834
hi does anyone know the best way of buying physical gold in Brazil, gold coins or ingots
@Joesphwilliams834 look for a Goldsmith on Google maps this should help. Read More
Buying gold in brazil by Joesphwilliams834
hi does anyone know the best way of buying physical gold in Brazil, gold coins or ingots
@Joesphwilliams834 I would suggest you made a connection with a jewelry maker who buys gold. He get it below spot usually it 30% to 20%. Make a deal to buy it at spot. I know this use to work in a jewelry store. All the gold is usually 18K. So go ... Read More
Another tax question… by Kurterino
I had a little discussion with my accountant on Friday, and the gist of it is that he recommended to not file taxes at all, so I wanted to see how some of you guys are handling the tax situation. I’m getting a monthly pension from my home ...
First question is do you have a Brazilian Bank Account. Second are you moving money into that account. Third Brazil tax states you are taxed on all your income no matter where it is coming from. The only exception would be in the tax treaty. Still ... Read More
Has anyone thought about Brazil as a medical destination by NewBrazil
I been working with a local lawyer. We been discussing how cheap Dental, Eye Glass and exams, Hearing Aids cost and just general care. Also certain cities are very supportive of outdoor activities for those who like to run or bike. For example there ...
Thank for your response and details of your experience with the medical. My experience with Unimed was good but the cost to get it was more than expected. I am 75 and it was 4,500 a month for 2 people. I only had to pay out of pocket for a special ... Read More
Has anyone thought about Brazil as a medical destination by NewBrazil
I been working with a local lawyer. We been discussing how cheap Dental, Eye Glass and exams, Hearing Aids cost and just general care. Also certain cities are very supportive of outdoor activities for those who like to run or bike. For example there ...
I have a update about the cost for medical care here in Fortaleza Brazil. Just had 18 blood lab tests. With a battery of other test listed below. The total cost was 785.50 Reals but in Dollars $145.00 when you add a General Doctor visit 40 Reals and ... Read More
Moving to Curitiba from U.S. A. deposit crazy by Lutrick7
We are having a difficult time finding a flat that doesn’t want a years deposit . Is this just the way it’s done?
Where I am it’s standard to pay 2 or 3 months in advance rent. It’s supposed to go into a saving account of the owner. I had a broker say to me 2 months go a escrow account then a the 3 month had to be in cash. I didn’t use that ... Read More
This is for US citizens my question
USA Marco Rubio just rejected all of the Head of Brazilian Superior Court Judge Visa to the USA along with his other colleagues and family members. My concern is will this Judge who does seem to run the Country retaliate. He could by rejecting all ... Read More
Has anyone thought about Brazil as a medical destination by NewBrazil
I been working with a local lawyer. We been discussing how cheap Dental, Eye Glass and exams, Hearing Aids cost and just general care. Also certain cities are very supportive of outdoor activities for those who like to run or bike. For example there ...
@56tbourne Depends on what city you live in my girlfriend has a medical plan for 40 Reals a month. You have to go to their clinic for example for doctor visits 60 Reals. When I looked at a local Doctor it was 350Reals. So look at the local program ... Read More
Has anyone thought about Brazil as a medical destination
I been working with a local lawyer. We been discussing how cheap Dental, Eye Glass and exams, Hearing Aids cost and just general care. Also certain cities are very supportive of outdoor activities for those who like to run or bike. For example there ... Read More
Most common scams in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Brazil as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...
My experience has been not a scam but more from not understanding. The first is two thing now using a international credit card. Look at the machine it will ask if dollars or Reals. You need to choose Brazil Reals the reason if you choose the other ... Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
@Wout If your wife didn’t declare she was leaving with a document sent to the Brazil government. They still consider her a tax payer. They now tax all income throughout the world. That change in the beginning of 2024. I have a lawyer in Brazil ... Read More
New question RNE vs RNN by NewBrazil
There been reports when coming back from the USA the Airline are not honoring the RNE residents document. They are saying you need a VISA. The RNN seem to be the only one they accept. Their excuse is the Brazilian government hasn’t clarified ...
I appreciate all the responses but I going to try to bring back my question. Here a example THE AMERICAN SOCIETY Brazilian Visas for AmericansAs of April 10, 2025, American travelers are once again required to have a visa to enter Brazil. While this ... Read More
New question RNE vs RNN
There been reports when coming back from the USA the Airline are not honoring the RNE residents document. They are saying you need a VISA. The RNN seem to be the only one they accept. Their excuse is the Brazilian government hasn’t clarified ... Read More
US and Brazil Taxes Revisited by sjpetzold
I’m sorry to bring this up again, but with tax season upon us, wise expats’ thoughts turn to the complexities of dual taxes. My wife and I are both US citizens filing jointly in the US. She is also a Brazil citizen while I have a ...
Here a couple of updates I just heard about Brazil taxes. First if you leave the country and you been a tax payer. You have to file a document saying your leaving Brazil if you don’t Brazil will consider as taxable for 12 months. Also tax all ... Read More
How many expats are living in Fortaleza by NewBrazil
I living in Fortaleza with my Brazilian Girlfriend. What do people recommend to do for fun. We do live near the beach and walk at night on Beira Mar. I know there tourist tours. I am a member of a Facebook Expats group. We gone to all the big malls
I live very near the beach near Satelite Beach near the Beira Mar. we go walking there on the Beach st lest 2 to 3 time a week. This is in the evening it’s the place people come it’s very safe. I been to Rio Mar Shopping it our favorite. ... Read More
How many expats are living in Fortaleza
I living in Fortaleza with my Brazilian Girlfriend. What do people recommend to do for fun. We do live near the beach and walk at night on Beira Mar. I know there tourist tours. I am a member of a Facebook Expats group. We gone to all the big malls Read More
I would like to visit Natal in August 2025
I live in Fortaleza and we want to visit Natal. Looking for any recommendations where to stay and what to see. I am expat with my Brazilian Girlfriend she want to vacation in Natal. Thank for any response Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
Has anyone who a resident had to produce a tax document when leaving Brazil. Even just for a visit back to the USA. Thank for responding Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
@Robert Laney Do you have a CPF?? This is they way Brazil follow what you spend. If you have a bank account in Brazil they will see your SSI being deposited. So yes they may not know how much savings you have in the US. But they will know how much ... Read More
I found a new money transfer service
@kolyaS122HSU Your wish got recognized it wasn’t meant to be spam but there always a liberal in our group justice warriors. You didn’t care about the information for everyone else. 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 ...
@bepmoht thank for your help I have a iPhone 10 first model for it within the in the first month they released them. I will be returning to the US to do some business next January 2026. I trying to wait to get a new phone till then. I did get the ... Read More
I found a new money transfer service by NewBrazil
It’s called Remitly it’s a app. Two things it will transfer to a pix account and it very simple. They also have a 24 hour call to the US if you need help. I setup a account it got blocked and I didn’t know why. It because I have a ...
@alan279 thank you I hope this makes it easier for you Read More
I found a new money transfer service by NewBrazil
It’s called Remitly it’s a app. Two things it will transfer to a pix account and it very simple. They also have a 24 hour call to the US if you need help. I setup a account it got blocked and I didn’t know why. It because I have a ...
@abthree if you use your bank account it’s 30,000 dollars they have 3 different levels. You will need to send documents to get to this level number 3. Read More
I found a new money transfer service
It’s called Remitly it’s a app. Two things it will transfer to a pix account and it very simple. They also have a 24 hour call to the US if you need help. I setup a account it got blocked and I didn’t know why. It because I have a ... 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 ...
Thank for all your responses. I am looking at another store and the tips you gave me were great. Didn’t think about turning off my phone. That a good question. Read More
Would you leave your phone to be analyzed
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 ... Read More
Renewals of Permanent CRNM in Brazil by NewBrazil
I was told if you have a CRNM that said indeterminate you have to go to Federal Police at the 10 year mark of issue.When you go it need to be both of you if you got it through Married or Cohabitation. If this is true where is the information that ...
Thankyou all for your help and response. The person who told me they needed to renew was under 60. He was 38 he claimed he had the same document. But I did see his. I always impressed with the great people here and the knowledge we all share. Read More
Renewals of Permanent CRNM in Brazil
I was told if you have a CRNM that said indeterminate you have to go to Federal Police at the 10 year mark of issue.When you go it need to be both of you if you got it through Married or Cohabitation. If this is true where is the information that ... Read More
Lost my cell phone in Rio yesterday........ by GuestPoster376
Left it on the counter of the washroom on my way out of a comida a kilo after lunch. Walked half way down the block and realised it wasn't in my front pants pocket. By the time I got back there it was gone, and I was not surprised quite ...
@Fred like your post I have been pickpocket in Argentina. I did get back my wallet quickly without anything taken. Here what I know a little of my background. I was the past president of the Magicians Society so I know how most tricks work. One is ... Read More
If you are taking a vacation back to the US by NewBrazil
if your a permanent resident of Brazil and want to go on a vacation outside of Brazil. Do they only ask to see your residence card and passport before you leave. If your a US citizens or any other citizens from another country. This is at custom ...
Thank everyone who responded. My plan is to get a direct flight to Miami. I chexking out Fortaleza. i heard they have a direct flight 🙏 Read More
If you are taking a vacation back to the US by NewBrazil
if your a permanent resident of Brazil and want to go on a vacation outside of Brazil. Do they only ask to see your residence card and passport before you leave. If your a US citizens or any other citizens from another country. This is at custom ...
My passport expired in 3 months and I also have a business apointment there in the US. I am leaving from Brazil so I asking what documents does custom ask for leaving from Brazil. When you have a permeant residency. I will be in the US for 2 to 3 ... Read More
My Brazillian fiances tourist visa was denied to come to the USA by Jeriloving33
My Brazilian fiancé's tourist visa was denied coming to the USA. He has not traveled in the past. Once his passport was approved, he applied directly for the tourist visa. When he arrived for his interview he said that he wanted to stay for 3 ...
The sad thing is the US is probably are going to deny many visa because of the election in 37 days. Since Imigration is one of the top issues. Here what I learned when my wife was denied. First you need to show a bank account like they said shows ... Read More
If you are taking a vacation back to the US
if your a permanent resident of Brazil and want to go on a vacation outside of Brazil. Do they only ask to see your residence card and passport before you leave. If your a US citizens or any other citizens from another country. This is at custom ... Read More
Changing your Permanent Residence by NewBrazil
I have a permanent Residency by co habitation we are now separating. It now be legally dissolved and this is being used by my ex to blackmail me to pay her money. She said she will not turn it in so I can keep it now. My question is I meet the ...
Thank you for your response. I been in Brazil for over that period. Since I already went through the process and have a permeant resendency. I never had bank accounts but now can show enough income. The interesting part is I have already been ... Read More
Changing your Permanent Residence
I have a permanent Residency by co habitation we are now separating. It now be legally dissolved and this is being used by my ex to blackmail me to pay her money. She said she will not turn it in so I can keep it now. My question is I meet the ... 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 T Mobile and it has free text and roaming with wificalling. i able to call the US on wifi without any charges. Here in Brazil most people and busness use whatapp for there numbers. The only negative is if you get a new phone you will have to ... Read More
Transiting Throught (GRU) Guarulhos Airport in Sao Paulo by arshadsethi
Hi everyone, I am a Pakistani citizen married to a Costa Rican citizen. I got my 30 days entry visa to Costa Rica from embassy of Costa Rica in Qatar this May 2015 which expired due to rejection of USA C-1 Transit visa and Spain Transit ...
Last time I was there in your same situation your 1.5 time frame is cutting it close. It look like you know what your going to have to do. If you have any checked bags you have to recheck them at the airline desk. If your ticket for the local ... Read More
Police Killings in Bahia and Precautions to Avoid Becoming a Victim by Pablo888
Background: https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/aug/14/bahia-brazil-police-killings-rateIn the US, I support the police financially because they provide security to the general public. However I do not condone senseless violence based ...
If you ask a Brazilian what color are you most say Black. This is even when they are Latina brown. So to use Black as the marker who get shot by the police. This is just another of the liberal Democrat talking point from the USA trying to divide ... Read More
Cost of prescription with Transition glasses
I looking am getting new glasses they are trifocal and adding Transition darkening. i will be moving to Fortaleza and the Sun and sand reflect too much for my eyes. Any help appreciated for price and recommendations who to purchase them from in ... Read More
I looking for a Dentist in Fortaleza
I want to get my teeth cleaned and the teeth whittening. first can anyone recommend a Denist. what is the cost for both it should cost. thank for any help Read More
Has anyone invested in a Apartment project by NewBrazil
I looking at new building of Apartment to invest before it built. The location would be Fortaleza. Example there a new Apartment building will be finished in 2026 thry ask for a down payment. Just asking if anyone has purchase a Apartment this way ...
Thank you all for your responses. I have a couple question or suggerstions. Is there any way to put a list of know relatable Contractor who have built or are building condo or Apartment projects. How about a list of good management companies. What ... 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 ...
@Viajanete It look like you don’t have a CRNM. This is a residency card is a separate document is what you want. With your age it would be permeate. Since you said your having to renew it every 2 years sounds like a VISA. I not sure how that ... 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 ...
There is a difference between a VISA and a CRNM. The difference is CRNM is a resident separate from a Visa in your passport. It’s a card issued indepentantly of your passport. It does have renew date if your under 60. If your 60 then it said ... Read More
Has anyone invested in a Apartment project by NewBrazil
I looking at new building of Apartment to invest before it built. The location would be Fortaleza. Example there a new Apartment building will be finished in 2026 thry ask for a down payment. Just asking if anyone has purchase a Apartment this way ...
Thank you mikehunter for your explanation of your SCP . Read More
Has anyone invested in a Apartment project by NewBrazil
I looking at new building of Apartment to invest before it built. The location would be Fortaleza. Example there a new Apartment building will be finished in 2026 thry ask for a down payment. Just asking if anyone has purchase a Apartment this way ...
Thanks to all for your help and responses. SCP is a Limited Partnership. Is that how all the buyer bought their Apartments or did you form your own. It was mention you paid it off. The one I looking at they are offering payment over time after it ... Read More
Has anyone invested in a Apartment project
I looking at new building of Apartment to invest before it built. The location would be Fortaleza. Example there a new Apartment building will be finished in 2026 thry ask for a down payment. Just asking if anyone has purchase a Apartment this way ... Read More
If you have your credit card in your phone by NewBrazil
I just started to get this happening when using my credit card from my phone. They block my purchase first then I have to go to my account and verify it me doing the purchase. After that the approved it but have to run the card a second time. I ...
@KenAquarius I have the same card and they just started doing this when you use your phone. It doesn’t happen when you use the physical card. Thank for your response Read More
If you have your credit card in your phone
I just started to get this happening when using my credit card from my phone. They block my purchase first then I have to go to my account and verify it me doing the purchase. After that the approved it but have to run the card a second time. I ... Read More
Tax question for residents of Brazil by NewBrazil
Was watching a video on new Tax in Thailand. They have similar new laws on Tax now as Brazil. Here a question that was asked if you just use a credit or debit card and take cash out of a ATM. If you don't have a bank account is this taxed under ...
Thany you for your response. Your explanation how you took the time to investigate taxes owed suggestions. Read More
Tax question for residents of Brazil
Was watching a video on new Tax in Thailand. They have similar new laws on Tax now as Brazil. Here a question that was asked if you just use a credit or debit card and take cash out of a ATM. If you don't have a bank account is this taxed under ... Read More
I have a Tax question for Residents of Brazil
Was watching a video on new Tax in Thailand. They have similar new laws on Tax now as Brazil. Here a question that was asked if you just use a credit or debit card and take cash out of a ATM. If you don’t have a bank account is this taxed ... Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
There a new tax law in Brazil just passed in 2024. They are going to tax all your investment all over the world. I put up a disscussion in this group explaining the new law. it anywhere from 8% to 15% on any profits you make if you are a resident or ... Read More
I going to be renting a Airbnb in Fortaleza what the tax
I been looking at Airbnb rentals and when you see the price they say without tax. I been trying to find out what the tax will add to the price but not been able to find anything. If anyone has experience in this please give me a way to figure out ... Read More
Where is the Brazilian Real going vs US dollar by NewBrazil
Since most expats play the currency trading game. How close are the future predictions of the value of the Real. I like this site it goes out for 3 years. It may help you to know or when to see the future. I like to review this each month to see how ...
Now that Brazil is tell the population that food prices are going up. It because of the drought and basic food that effected like rice. Now we will see how it affect the Real. Read More
I looking at Fortaleza to live are there expat group by NewBrazil
I was wondering if there any meetup in Fortaleza. This would be expats also if there are learning Portuguese groups. How hard is it to rent a apartment or is it better to just do Airbnb. I am living in Brazil but a small town. There not any groups ...
I am separating from my wife so need a new start. I also want to be next to the ocean. I looked at Rio but decided wanted a more relaxed place. I had a great experience in Brazil and the people are great. my fault is not being able to learn the ... Read More
I am moving to Fortaleza in June 2024 by NewBrazil
I am a expat with Permanent Residence. I am in the process of splitting up with my Brazilian wife. We are separated from cohabitation agreement. We are still friends so she said she will still not report me to Federal Police. Just have a couple of ...
I have Family Reunion visa is it indeterminada. thank for all your answers and Help Read More
If you separate can you keep your permanent residency by NewBrazil
I am separating from my wife she Brazilian. We have a agreement of co habitation at the Corrieos. She want to cancel this agreement but said she will not go to the Federal Police to cancel my residency. Will the corrieos report this and will this ...
Thank you for your response it is indeterminada. This is a great goup very informative and helpful with positive help. Read More
Income taxes for expats by metroliner
Hello guys, I am a US citizen considering relocation to Brazil since my present "namorada" is brasilian.I will be retiring soon, with a check from Social security. However I am just surprised to read that Brazil has the expectation of collecting ...
There a new tax law in Brazil just passed in 2024. They are going to tax all your investment all over the world. I put up a disscussion in this group explaining the new law. it anywhere from 8% to 15% on any profits you make if you are a resident or ... Read More
If you separate can you keep your permanent residency
I am separating from my wife she Brazilian. We have a agreement of co habitation at the Corrieos. She want to cancel this agreement but said she will not go to the Federal Police to cancel my residency. Will the corrieos report this and will this ... Read More
I am moving to Fortaleza in June 2024
I am a expat with Permanent Residence. I am in the process of splitting up with my Brazilian wife. We are separated from cohabitation agreement. We are still friends so she said she will still not report me to Federal Police. Just have a couple of ... Read More
Where is the Brazilian Real going vs US dollar by NewBrazil
Since most expats play the currency trading game. How close are the future predictions of the value of the Real. I like this site it goes out for 3 years. It may help you to know or when to see the future. I like to review this each month to see how ...
I was hopping they were right but on Tuesday. The rate was over 5.20 then in 4 days. Now it 5.07 I have seen the central bank in Brazil. They will interject dollas that move the rate down. So do you think it will go backup since Brazil just was ... Read More
Where is the Brazilian Real going vs US dollar
Since most expats play the currency trading game. How close are the future predictions of the value of the Real. I like this site it goes out for 3 years. It may help you to know or when to see the future. I like to review this each month to see how ... Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
@Marcos999 please refer to my post above that give the overall view of the new law and what your going to be tax on in Brazil. Your explanation was very close to correct. Hope this helps Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
I am going to repost this about the new tax. Also when you compair tax rates for different countries. if you earn more than 11,000 dollars and above your tax in Brazil is at the max 27%. Tax RateMONTHLY Taxable Income Rates (2023)From BRL 1.903,99 ... Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
Here is a direct copy from the Tax article The Law defines financial investments broadly under the new taxation regime to include any financial operations outside the country, such as:Interest-bearing bank depositsInterest-bearing certificates of ... Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
Here is a link that explains the new law. https://www.ey.com/en_gl/tax-alerts/brazil-s-new-tax-law-affects-individuals-residing-in-brazil#:~:text=A%20new%20law%20(Law%2014%2C754,closed%2Dend%20funds%20in%20Brazil.here a site that talks about crypto ... Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
@HawkeyeSwarm Here a website tha talk about the new law.https://www.ey.com/en_gl/tax-alerts/brazil-s-new-tax-law-affects-individuals-residing-in-brazil#:~:text=A%20new%20law%20(Law%2014%2C754,closed%2Dend%20funds%20in%20Brazil. Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ... Read More
I looking at Fortaleza to live are the expat group
I was wondering if there any meetup in Fortaleza. This would be expats also if there are learning Portuguese groups. How hard is it to rent a apartment or is it better to just do Airbnb. I am living in Brazil but a small town. There not any groups ... Read More