jc1234
American looking for information about Brazil
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Lives in Rio Grande do Sul
Registration: 05 February 2019
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Expats: how do you stretch your Reals further? by Pablo888
Oct 27, 2025The Reals reached US$1 = R$6 briefly this year. FX watchers would have jumped on the opportunity to move more in R$.Now, how do you optimize what you keep in R$ versus in Euro or dollar? The typical aggressive bank interest rate or ETF ...
I do not live in BR but I intend to. I just withdraw at Bradesco ATM with my U.S. bank card and since it has slightly better conversion rate compared to Wise. But for large amounts I would have to use Wise. Since predicting the exchange rate is ... Read More
Opened Account with Banco Do Brazil. Do I Need to Inform? by roddiesho
Do I need to inform someone? This was in my EXPAT - E-MAIL. "Many expatriates still don't realize they must declare their foreign bank accounts to their home country's authorities. If you've moved to Brazil, Poland, or the UAE and opened bank ...
10,000 at anytime during the year. Not current balance or end of the year balance Read More
Managing retirement savings in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Saving for retirement as an expat in Brazil can be challenging. With different options, rules or even taxation, expats have to understand how it works to make informed decisions. We invite you to share your insights in order to ...
A tax resident with no tax treaty with the U.S. means Brazil won’t recognize tax free Roth retirement accounts or life insurance, HSA, etc. not exactly expat tax friendly place to retire Read More
Regarding marriage and assets by ltoby955
Do you retain what you brought into the marriage or in the case of divorce is it split irrespective of who had what at the start?
Ok we are planning to get married soon, I am 70 she is 58, we will marry outside of Brazil, she is Brazilain. - @ltoby955Clearly it’s in her best interest to stay with you until you die so she is entitled to some inheritance if you have no ... Read More
US Retiree in Brazil -- Tax Reporting Questions by Mark Blonde
As a US soon to be retiree thinking of relocating to Brazil, the tax question I a little off putting.I've read there is no tax treaty between the US and Brazil.All my income will come from US sources. What if I don't report it all? If there is no ...
https://youtube.com/@p4d1com?si=9hQmS-_Ty3SkHdPvhttps://youtu.be/u-RKZSxgzWE?si=pW-paKe5wlnWVHtbGeneral but Informative lawyers Read More
US Retiree in Brazil -- Tax Reporting Questions by Mark Blonde
As a US soon to be retiree thinking of relocating to Brazil, the tax question I a little off putting.I've read there is no tax treaty between the US and Brazil.All my income will come from US sources. What if I don't report it all? If there is no ...
just don’t stay more than 180 days but if you do you won’t get doubled taxed if you paid Read More
Taxes for expats in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Brazil, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your experience. What are ...
With Lula seeking reelection the Real will take a beating still. They need all the foreign inflows they can get. Two weeks ago there was a huge backlash when they try to increase the rate of the IOF to try to counteract outflows. Only reason why the ... Read More
Taxes for expats in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Brazil, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your experience. What are ...
There are no tax incentives in Brazil for foreigners They should do like Uragray's incentives for 10 years Portugal is proposing a 500,000 euro investment and a 10-year tax incentive. Read More
Brazil Citizenship Questions by Planetf1
Olá pessoal!I’m a Dutch national currently living in Brazil, and I’m trying to figure out when I’ll be eligible to apply for Brazilian citizenship. I got married to my Brazilian spouse in March 2024 and received permanent ...
what are the benefits of being a citizen if one has a Euro or U.S. passport? You become a tax resident after 6 months total in the country citizen or not. Read More
Retired US military members in Rio Grande do Sul by chefjim
Ola gente,I have been visiting RS now for years, and love it. I'm over 80, and am thinking about looking for a residencia to live in ...maybe in Porto Alegre....for my remaining years. Does anyone on this forum have any experience doing this? ...
Private insurance is relatively cheap in Brazil compared to US. 200usd gets you great coverage SUS in POA is pretty good if you have residency Read More
What are the implications of my CRNM after the divorce? by Xavier Helios
I hold a passport from an Asian country and got married to my wife one year ago. Three months ago, I returned to work in Africa, and now she wants to divorce me. My CRNM, which I obtained through marriage and is valid until 2033, will it be ...
ask a lawyer there or an agency that handles immigration if you want legal advice. They’re not expensive like other countries Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
It all depends on what kind of lifestyle. In Sao Paulo to live like middle class minimum 10k Reais. For two people 15k. Deposit 1 million Reais into CDB or CDI and get minimum 13% apy return. Rates projected to be higher by the end of the year since ... Read More
WoW! Six Reais!!! Incredible Exchange Rate!!! by roddiesho
Did I see this right? Is the American Dollar worth almost 6 Reais?Roddie in Retirement🕵
Was told it will be 6.3 next year from some bankers inflation is projected to be above goal range until 2027 with the selic rate at 13% the carry trade is appealing Read More
Paying Boleto as a foreigner by roy_usa_2023
I am in Brazil but do not have a Brazilian bank account - only be here for 4 months- how do I pay the boleto for apartment I own given my credit card and debit card are american and I have an american bank account.Any suggestions?thank you,Roy
Transfer wise can pay bills now. Or send them pix Read More
Seeking Advice on International Divorce Process (UK/Brazil) by planetf11
Hi everyone,I'm a British national married to a Brazilian woman for nearly two years (since December 2022). Unfortunately, we have been separated for about 6 months now, and I'm looking to begin the divorce process. There's a bit of a disagreement ...
Ofcourse she wants a UK visa which puts you with financial responsibility Read More