hocytek
American looking for information about Brazil
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Lives in Nossa Senhora do Socorro
Speaks Spanish and English
Registration: 19 March 2018
90 and 180 day rule by ltoby955
Hi all, How does the 90 day rule work in Brazil is it a rolling calender? I.e I spent 16 days here last week of June first week of July. I am coming back at the beginning of October. So am I right in thinking the 16 days fall of after six ...
@abthree Funny as hell!hocytek Read More
Entering Brazil while waiting for VITEM XI visa from consulate by doctorscoop
Hello all!Im currently waiting to receive my VITEM XI visa from the consulate here in the US. However, I have a trip planned to visit coming up very soon and will not get my passport back as I’m still waiting on acceptance. I received a second ...
What about returning back after 10/1/2022---- on just a passport? Apologies. I just need to be 100% clear on the protocol on returning back to the U.S. post 10/1/2023. I sent an e-mail to the Brazillian consulate of Chicago directly to demonstrate ... Read More
Entering Brazil while waiting for VITEM XI visa from consulate by doctorscoop
Hello all!Im currently waiting to receive my VITEM XI visa from the consulate here in the US. However, I have a trip planned to visit coming up very soon and will not get my passport back as I’m still waiting on acceptance. I received a second ...
What if you are entering Brazil late September and returning after 10/1/2023 on just a U.S. passport?respectfully,hocytek Read More
Best service for international transfers from US to Brazil by mikehunter
Personally, I use Wise. I like the fact that they use the current mid-market rate and they show you all their fees and then calculate the effective rate. It's all very transparent.Other services just give you the effective rate, so their fees are ...
@mikehunter So, my question is, can I use " WISE " to transfer money to my wife's account? She uses Nubank.hocytek Read More
Flights from NY or Miami to Rio by Sharky114
I have been fliying to Rio since 2005 and cant believe the prices now. Does anyone know a decent agent or site? There are no longer direct flights from ny to rio and the prices range around 1,500 plus your bags. Thought i would drive to miami ...
@Sharky114I just found out through a video through VIA Chicago news source, that if you are traveling, through AA airlines or another airline service provider if you have their app downloaded on to your cell phone or tablet check on the status of ... Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
I have submitted images of my I.D, PASSPORT, Marriage certificate, CPF and my RECIBO DE ENTREGA DE REQUIREMENTS--RER with passport size facial image, proof of residency in Brazil---desinatario, and also my doctorate degree.hocytek Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
@abthreeI haven't submitted any background documents--yet--because I am waiting for the hard copies to arrive from the FBI---they won't accept digital documents. I haven't submitted my flight ticket as well because I plan to go in November, and ... Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
@hocytek I have submitted an application online last week. I haven't heard any response from them. Is this typical?hocytek Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
@rraypo I live in Illinois. I am in the process of apply for a visa. How much is the fee for this?I was provided a list of fees for a wide range of visas, but I just need at this time a standard visa. Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
This makes a lot of sense.Thank you,hocytek Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
@rraypo November 2023I am going to fill out the appy. Don't I have to submit the background documents when I along with the application when I finalize it? In other words, all documents have to be submitted when I fill out the application ... Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
@abthree QUESTION. One-way flight(to be retained by the Consulate)Present a hard copy of the one-way ticket or e-ticket bearing the applicant's name; orA signed letter from the airline or travel agent, on their letterhead, with the itinerary, ... Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
@rraypo Thank you for your input. I just sent an email to the consulate of Brazil here in Chicago. I actually even called and--to my surprise---someone picked up the call! I did fill out the application for a visa but it didn't give me an option to ... Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
I want to thank you for your input and I apologize for Misspelled words. I don't know what docs I need entirely because I know I submitted a lot of documents over in brazil. I'm on my way right now to go. Take a photograph so I can upload it even ... Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
@abthree Thank you. You are so thorough.Sincerely, Hector Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
@abthree Goodafternoon, I plan to go to back by November 2023 to Brazil on a pasport to be with my wife and start the process of obtaining a CRMN card. According to the update regarding " visiting visa " do I have to obtain a Visa? If yes, where and ... Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
@abthree I enter Brazil with a passport. Is that a problem at this stage? Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
@abthree I enter Brazil with a passport.Sincerely,hocytek Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
@BRBC Thanks for your input. I enter Brazil with a passport. Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
@abthree I took my BC and many of my educational docs and had them apostilled and translated. Someone over should be able to pull out that inf and has some type of documents on me. I am legally married. I had to produce my birth certificate and SS ... Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
@abthree Thank you very much. I make sure I will store this for future reference.hocytek Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
I'm sorry for all the questions that I'm asking, I just they're all jumbled up in my brain and I'm trying to spit them out or spew them out as correctly as possible so I can have some kind of forum.My wife is also helping me with some of these ... Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
With the Vitem XI VISA and a CRNM could I work legally?Hocytek Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
Another question is once turn in my background paperwork to the FP, do I have to stay in Brazil to receive feedback?I need to get a Vitem XI VISA and a CRNM.If my time is maxed out and I need to return back to the states, could I request additional ... Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
@abthree You are God sent!!!!! I can't believe that individuals like you exist. Gratitude.Question? Do I have to be present when I turn in my background to the Federal police? Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
@abthree Are you saying that one has to take a course in Portuguese in order to be a citizen? I'm married to a Brazilian woman, and I never heard of anything like that. I do plan to live there, and I know it takes one year. I haven't heard of any " ... Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
Or to become a citizen? Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
@john8670 Are you saying that one has to take a course in Portuguese in order to be a citizen? I'm married to a Brazilian woman, and I never heard of anything like that. I do plan to live there, and I know it takes one year. I haven't heard of any " ... Read More
Requirement and procedure to get visa by munirazam
Can you guide me, how to apply for the academic research/cultural (VITEM I) visa or you can say temporary visa type 1? I will get letter from university, but is it val is required. I mean that my viva first processed in Brazil than i will submit my ...
My inquiry is USA citizens don't need a visa as of 2019 to enter Brazil, so why need would one need a visa? Hector. Read More
Anybody receive money sent from the U.S. sent via Zelle by mberigan
Subject line says it. Somebody sent me money via Zelle and I can't seem to download the app (or even find the right app) and via a browser I'm supposed to ID my bank but it isn't listed. Anybody receive money sent from the U.S. sent ...
That is the Zelle app from Chase?? All I know I wired some money over to Brazil and the bank charged me a $40 fee. Some banks in Brazil are set up for that type of transaction but you have to have all the information correct. You do have to go to ... Read More
working as a pharmacist in Brazil by Dev35
hi everyone. newbie here. need some serious help with my plans to migrate to Brazil. there are different issues i wish to discuss and have queries about, but i'll begin with the one which is currently on my mind most: EMPLOYMENT. i currently work as ...
Did you find anything out? Read More
working as a pharmacist in Brazil by Dev35
hi everyone. newbie here. need some serious help with my plans to migrate to Brazil. there are different issues i wish to discuss and have queries about, but i'll begin with the one which is currently on my mind most: EMPLOYMENT. i currently work as ...
I thought it just was a matter of revalidation. Read More
working as a pharmacist in Brazil by Dev35
hi everyone. newbie here. need some serious help with my plans to migrate to Brazil. there are different issues i wish to discuss and have queries about, but i'll begin with the one which is currently on my mind most: EMPLOYMENT. i currently work as ...
looking to work in Brazil is there a test I have to take in order to work as a pharmacist there in Brazil Read More
working as a pharmacist in Brazil by Dev35
hi everyone. newbie here. need some serious help with my plans to migrate to Brazil. there are different issues i wish to discuss and have queries about, but i'll begin with the one which is currently on my mind most: EMPLOYMENT. i currently work as ...
Speak Spanish and English--learning Portuguese. I am at initial stages. Can read it and speak it at a minimum. Read More
working as a pharmacist in Brazil by Dev35
hi everyone. newbie here. need some serious help with my plans to migrate to Brazil. there are different issues i wish to discuss and have queries about, but i'll begin with the one which is currently on my mind most: EMPLOYMENT. i currently work as ...
You are awesome. I don't have many friends but I could honestly state you are a great person. I will try most definitely try to revalidate at some university. Plus, I also have 30+ experience working as a Radiographer and Computerized ... Read More
working as a pharmacist in Brazil by Dev35
hi everyone. newbie here. need some serious help with my plans to migrate to Brazil. there are different issues i wish to discuss and have queries about, but i'll begin with the one which is currently on my mind most: EMPLOYMENT. i currently work as ...
I agree with you. There are some individuals in Brazil---I assume--that there great in terms of laying out the diagram of the process of revalidation. I know it will be challenging but so was pharmacy school---4 years straight---not including ... Read More
working as a pharmacist in Brazil by Dev35
hi everyone. newbie here. need some serious help with my plans to migrate to Brazil. there are different issues i wish to discuss and have queries about, but i'll begin with the one which is currently on my mind most: EMPLOYMENT. i currently work as ...
Well, Bob. I am a Doctor of Pharmacy ( pharmacist) and I am interested to go to Brazil and start my life over. I also know how to take x-rays and specialized to computerized tomography. Is the field for Radiography regulated? Do they have any ... Read More
working as a pharmacist in Brazil by Dev35
hi everyone. newbie here. need some serious help with my plans to migrate to Brazil. there are different issues i wish to discuss and have queries about, but i'll begin with the one which is currently on my mind most: EMPLOYMENT. i currently work as ...
I don't know how to thank you for the information. Sincerely, Dr. Hector Ortega Pharm D. Read More
Pharmacist revalidation
I went to Xavier University of Louisiana college of Pharmacy--- private. Would that be a problem? Read More
working as a pharmacist in Brazil by Dev35
hi everyone. newbie here. need some serious help with my plans to migrate to Brazil. there are different issues i wish to discuss and have queries about, but i'll begin with the one which is currently on my mind most: EMPLOYMENT. i currently work as ...
I would like to know what would be the easiest way to screen or filter out what universities would except my credentials specifically--- university courses that I took from my College of Pharmacy I attended?? Read More