mberigan
American expat in Brazil
Forum posts
373
About me
American
Lives in Campina Grande, Paraiba
Speaks Portuguese, English
Registration: 21 January 2020
Activity
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 ...
(translated from a SERASA page)*Benefits for the State*The practice of requesting the CPF (Brazilian taxpayer ID) on the invoice strengthens the fight against tax evasion and promotes greater transparency in the tax system.With the information ... 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 ...
Here in PB purchases over R$500 require addition of one's CPF as of May 2:https://www.sefaz.pb.gov.br/9-posts/4179-compras-acima-de-r-500-no-varejo-terao-de-incluir-cpf-na-nota-fiscal-eletronica-ao-consumidor-na-paraiba#:Often, at the supermarket,we ... Read More
Wise Account Blocked by alan279
My Wise Account is temporarily blocked. Message in the app says I need to provide additional information. I tap the Unblock button and the next screen says they have all the information they need. I tap the Got it! button and get nothing.Is this ...
@KuterinoSo here's the question i searched on:"Quais os bancos onde eu posso abrir conta sem comprovante de residência?"And the response surprised me:"Bancos como InfinitePay, Banrisul (conta digital) e C6 Bank (conta no exterior) permitem ... Read More
Driver's license by Kurterino
Is there anyone here who managed to get a BR driver’s license based on the license from his home country (converted his license to a Brazilian license)? If so, what is the procedure?
@KurterinoI searched for "estrangeiro" on my state's DETRAN site and got a how-to listing. Here's that page (for Paraiba):https://paraibadigital.pb.gov.br/008911a6-e3d1-4fd0-b123-37006dbc34cdYou should be able to find something similar for your ... Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Brazil forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@44Intel44That says a lot.... time around Central and South America and coming to roost in Gramado..... I have no numbers (wish I did) but I sense that there is a large movementof people with relationships to Brazil but living elsewhere that are ... Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Brazil forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@44Intel44I'm guessing that Gramado was your previous destination in Brazil. Say more about your experiences here in this marvelous Brazil!!mberigan Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Brazil forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@DomenicoWelcome to the Brazilian Expat forum. You're sure to find many answers here. I'm sure that you already know that there are many large Italian communities here. Bixiga, Mooca & Brás are all neighborhoods of São Paulo with ... 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 ...
@Itoby955Sorry, I was comparing Brazil to USA. Comparing Brazil to Portugal concerning this particular health situation, well I'm not the right person to provide that perspective. Many Brazilians rely entirely on public health and many find it ... 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 ...
Thanks for that NewBrazil.I'm 18 days into recovery from a knee arthroplasty. It is my second. I'm already walking (limited) without a crutch. I love the medical service that I received here in João Pessoa.My experience isn't really about ... Read More
How Do You Measure Your Property in Brazil by roddiesho
Admittedly I spent a half-hour on this, so I thought I would ask for help. Being very ahead of the time I wanted to record how much property we have since at some point we would hand it over to our daughter. I was hoping to translate that to acres, ...
@roddiesho ... The problem in the countryside is that the title paperwork is often not completed........ - @Peter ItamaracaTitle paperwork might not even exist and of a given piece of property, there might be often large extended family claims on ... Read More
Safe areas in the north of Brazil, coastal or close to the coast. by ltoby955
Looking for suggestions on safe and Ok value for money, also what is the taxation on foreign pensions?
So, the question of "safe" is subject to many factors. I've been coming to the northeastern coast (southeast as well) since 1981 and have lived in the northeast's interior since 2009 - I "feel" pretty safe all of the time, perhaps even more than ... Read More
This is for US citizens my question by NewBrazil
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 ...
@NewBrazilI would be way more worried about being a resident non-citizen in the USA than somebody with the same status here in Brazil at the moment. There are so many examples of masked unmarked authorities taking people from the streets without ... Read More
Road safety in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Brazil as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Brazil, whether ...
@Peter Itamaraca "It is interesting to hear Americans bemoan about no turn on right...." Here in Campina Grande going right after a stop is no problem. Who stops in the first place!!??? 😗"...of course, drive on the correct side of the ... Read More
Greetings to all here by Will Hewitt
Hey Expat People,Hope this finds you all in good spirits. I’m [William]. I’ve spent the last four years diving into life in Rio and Fortaleza, and I’m super excited to join the ride here with all of you. I’m a massive ...
@Will HewittWhat kind of vehicle depends entirely onwhat kind of traveling you do. If you're going to stick close to cities where parts and service are easy then more exotic vehicles are OK. If you're going to be far from parts/service then you need ... Read More
Greetings to all here by Will Hewitt
Hey Expat People,Hope this finds you all in good spirits. I’m [William]. I’ve spent the last four years diving into life in Rio and Fortaleza, and I’m super excited to join the ride here with all of you. I’m a massive ...
Just found a book hidden amongst the other books - by Silvio Amorim, "Por dentro da Transamazônica: Uma viagem ao coração da floresta," 2012. Silvio did the trip on a motorcycle. Read More