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New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025
I' m not new member, I just have not posted here for awhile. Glad to see that Abthree and others are still here, greetings!This is a rant as much as advice for prospective expats.I just put down the phone and web browser from again ... Read More
expat money summit
Cheers to my colleagues here.I dropped by to mention this subject. I have no affiliation with them myself, have never had, and don't know too much about them, but I keep running into references about them from a lot of my more favourite finnancial ... Read More
Dollar to Real by KenAquarius
Reports of the old girl’s death have been greatly exaggerated! No, I’m not talking about Betty White. I’m talking about the good old US dollar. She is back at 5 to 1 over the Real. At least for the moment…stay tuned!
@expat5000The Brazil debt-to-gdp ratio is around .77 these days ......while the USA is closer to 1.25 ... the only advantage that the USA has is its employment as world reserve currency, but it is pissing that away with all of the sanctions and ... Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 ...
Greetings, friends and acquaintances.....I had to turn off the feed from expat for awhile because I am being snowed with reading (and writing) from alternative financial news sites , but Im still alive and kicking and miss you all.We took a trip to ... Read More
Is there coin shops you can buy Silver or gold coins by NewBrazil
I want to start collecting some bullion coins. Just looking to start stacking since the dollar and who knows what going to happen with paper currency. So far only have jewelry shops is what I could find. I know you possibly could get grams or ...
it is not a common practice, above ground. you need to know someone...... Read More
Why don't the Expats website and YouTube show Brazil by NewBrazil
I live here in Brazil am a Expat trying to keep up what happening in the world. I find it interesting most of the YouTube promoters talking about places to live for Expats. Alway mentioned Mexico, Philippines, Thailand, Central America, Chile, ...
Youtube is a USA propaganda outlet.The USA and its affiliates have a strong vested interest in retaining people and especially money within its borders or, faling that, within the borders of allies that the USA can control.Brazil is not one of those ... Read More
Currency Exchange by Inubia
As I expected to happen."According to the Brazilian government, China and Brazil have reached a deal to trade in their own currencies, ditching the United States dollar as an intermediary entirely, AFP reported.The deal, Beijing’s latest salvo ...
Brazil Real has risen above 0.20 today against the US dollar for the first time since June, 2022.One reason, sugar spot price spiked to 24 cents/pound. Brazil has been the largest sugar exporter for a hundred years although for the past two years ... Read More
Dentistry in Brazil - experiences and suggestions by Astroccounselling
I would like to hear about dental experiences in Brazil Following malpractice I have to redo most of the work received and a couple of veneers to. I would like to hear your experience and exchange info. Thank you
It is a useful sikll to be able to indentify your own teeth from your own xrays. Not something I ever needed any help with, but then, I've looked at an awful lot of differernt xrays...... Read More
6 months is 6 month out? by Randy G
Hi. After staying 6 months in Brazil on a tourist visa (90 day + 90 day extension), when am I eligible to return for another 180 day stay? I am getting conflicting info online. Do I have to be out of the country 6 months before it resets or do I ...
one year and one day from the date you first entered on your tourist visa. Read More
Dentistry in Brazil - experiences and suggestions by Astroccounselling
I would like to hear about dental experiences in Brazil Following malpractice I have to redo most of the work received and a couple of veneers to. I would like to hear your experience and exchange info. Thank you
If I had it to do all over again, I would have moved to Brazil 25 years ago, just for the dental benefits.Not only the cost but the time spent and the pain were also issues. I could not begin to tell all the stories. and I have not even given a ... Read More
Currency Exchange
As I expected to happen."According to the Brazilian government, China and Brazil have reached a deal to trade in their own currencies, ditching the United States dollar as an intermediary entirely, AFP reported.The deal, Beijing’s latest salvo ... Read More
Opening first bank account - Any recommendations? by GuestPoster9310
I am doing a bit of research about bank accounts in Brasil. My idea is to use it wherever my UK card isn't accepted and also for PIX transfers. Not planning to hold much money in that account. I will make small transfers from the UK using Western ...
you should be able to open an account by showing the protocalo you got at PF.Any foreign account places a tremendous burden of accounting upon the bank. Best strategy is to feel out the managers at the different local branches to see who is most ... Read More
Tavelling to Brazil with precious metals by klausklar
Hello!Does anybody know is it ok to travel to Brazil with some gold and/or silver coins? If yes, what are the limits and is it stated whether they should be in checked luggage or carry on?Grateful for any information!
These days, you must consider that every behavior carries some significant risks, so you have to weigh the risks of one against the risks of the alternatives.I have carried both unpermitted amounts of cash and coins in checked bags into ... Read More
The work culture in Brazil by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in Brazil[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in Brazil[/b] can be both exciting and ...
@Inubia In the USA there used to be a system of lunch trucks that brought hot meals to work sites, but its been 50 years since I worked construction, I dont know how it is now. I certainly never fed the workers at Inubia, and its 20 miles to the ... Read More
The work culture in Brazil by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in Brazil[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in Brazil[/b] can be both exciting and ...
@Inubia I had an issue with the right front wheel of my used car. In 2 million miles and god knows how many vehicles, I've never seen this before, but then its front wheel drive, which is simply nuts imho.When I contacted the dealer, first he was ... Read More
Financial advisors in Brazil by alevinthal
can you recommend a fee-only financial advisor in Brazil? I am interested in worldwide investments.
@abthree agreed. thats why I only trade it.On the other hand, they paid out over 65% in dividends last years, that was simply astounding. Read More
Financial advisors in Brazil by alevinthal
can you recommend a fee-only financial advisor in Brazil? I am interested in worldwide investments.
I've been trading actively for 40 years. My experience with financial advisors, especially but not limited to sell-side salesmen who get commissions, are that all of them advance the interests of the ultra-wealthy by fleecing the smaller ... Read More
Wire Funds to Banco Do Brazil by roddiesho
Can you wire funds to Banco Do Brazil. I am at the end of money transfers (No longer using XOOM, Wise, Remitly and others because of regulations), and I am expecting money from my inheritance. Can the trustee wire money directly to my Banco Do ...
In Bom Jesus, the door to Banco do Brasil faces a main public square and the door to Bradesco is opposite.I'm quite sure that the manager of Banco do Brasil saw us finally walk into Bradesco after years and years of frustration with him. Tony's ... Read More
The work culture in Brazil by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in Brazil[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in Brazil[/b] can be both exciting and ...
sounds like you have a bias problem.I have watched people do my wife's hair, and nails and (ahem) wax depilation and they are all top notch.My wife has hired people to seal the concrete against the roof to keep lizards out, success, to rebuild the ... Read More
Wire Funds to Banco Do Brazil by roddiesho
Can you wire funds to Banco Do Brazil. I am at the end of money transfers (No longer using XOOM, Wise, Remitly and others because of regulations), and I am expecting money from my inheritance. Can the trustee wire money directly to my Banco Do ...
also, according to Dodd-Frank, any time you send wire instructions to any institution in the USA to wire funds internationally, the institution is required to verify the transaciton through a different medium, usually a telephone call but sometimes ... Read More
Dare I Do it...Crypto Used as Way to Access Cash in Brasil by archlab
I truly am a good guy & don't want to cause trouble, so I am making a post about Crypto with a lot of apprehension:. The goal of this post is to see if there's a better way to get access to our US (or wherever) money in ...
I've said this so many times.....It is GUARANTEED that cash or equivalent anonymous mechanism will never be totally eliminated.It may be rude to say this but its only common sense.Politicians dont know what to do with themselves without hookers and ... Read More
Wire Funds to Banco Do Brazil by roddiesho
Can you wire funds to Banco Do Brazil. I am at the end of money transfers (No longer using XOOM, Wise, Remitly and others because of regulations), and I am expecting money from my inheritance. Can the trustee wire money directly to my Banco Do ...
roddiesho -- go to your branch of Banco do Brasil and have the manager verify the SWIFT transfer numbers for you. I know it takes a bit of waiting in line to see him but he will do that for you since he gets involved sooner or later anyway. get a ... Read More
Real estate funds by glimpser
I am wondering if it would be safer to invest (if feasible) in real estate funds instead of investin directly in real estate.And would it be true that dividends from real estate funds would be tax free in Brazil? (I heard this one in a Telegram ...
well, you know, investing in real estate can be like investing in eggs, and investing in a REIT is like investing in a whole basket of eggs.....so the risks are different but imho, they are about equal, since the likelihood of someone dropping the ... Read More
Safety in Paraty area by dianagrasselli
I have never traveled to Brazil before and I read so much about safety being an issue. How much of an issue is it really for life in the region? Thank you! Diana
I came to Brazil the first time to do a "spiritual journey", rented a car for a month and drove it over 5,000 miles, while hiking extensively in the Chapada Diamantina, much of it alone. I am accustomed to being alone and self-reliant, I've ... Read More
My nephew going to work in Ribeirao Preto by Guest8671
My nephew is considering accepting a research job in Ribeirao Preto, so I am doing a little advance work for him. Is anyone familiar with the place? I read in an earlier thread that shipping his car to Brazil is not a good option. Is that still ...
Another problem is repairs.....when you own a car made for the Brazilian markets its a lot easier to find parts and get repairs done anywhere you go......I have a Chevy Montana, 2-seater pickup, front wheel drive, standard transmission, gets almost ... Read More
areas without flooding problems in santa catarina. by Owen TODAN
I would like to acquire a sobrado-type house with 3 bedrooms, 1 suite, 2-car garages and backyard space in Santa Catarina. But seeing the recent floods I have my doubts.My wish is to avoid paying rent in Sao Paulo. I have a tight budget and I would ...
hey. it could be worse. be thankful you don't own in East Palestine. Read More
Problems using UK debit card in Brazil ATMs by DavidPH
I have just had problems using my UK checking account card with Brazil's banks. I am staying in a relatively small town, 25,000+, and none of the three banks' ATMs recognise my card or will give cash.Bradesco ATMs local town and nearby city state ...
Getting money across the line has been a major preoccupation in this household for many years.While you are still on a tourist visa you may find that telling people its a credit card may help sometimes.You may find that establishing a liaison with a ... Read More
Round Trip Brazil to Disney World by roddiesho
Sorry to change my mind, but Absolute Biometrics has a fingerprinting location in Winter Haven close to Disney World. I guess getting there from here would be Orlando Airport. Guessing this is popular since there were many Brazilian Interns when we ...
no reason to pay a channeler. also no reason in God's green earth to come anywhere close to Disney."If you submit a request electronically directly to the FBI, you may visit a participating U.S. Post Office location to submit your fingerprints ... Read More
Drivers license in Brazil by Carlos Richard
What is process to receive Brazilian Drive License? Can I just keep my country of origin license or change to Brazilian.
Lavinia responded, "not now, I'm attending Carnival". I would not mind that at all excepting that Maria will not let me go to any of these, ever. Lavinia is older and more frail than she is, so ...... demorar, demorar ....... Read More
Drivers license in Brazil by Carlos Richard
What is process to receive Brazilian Drive License? Can I just keep my country of origin license or change to Brazilian.
I finally got up the nerve to get down to D-Tran in Bom Jesus today.We arrived at 10:30am, a knock on the gate brought someone to a window. He just said they were eating and come back in an hour.We came back at 11:30 and they opened up after they ... Read More
Transfer money to Brazil taxes by silandreoli
Hi, I would like to send some money to my daughters Bradesco bank account, so I would like to know, how much can I transfer in the Brazilian tax year without my daughter paying any taxes on the amount of money I transfer. Just to clarify my ...
Paypal shares all your account information and every transaction you do with Facebook. If you don't like this, find a different way to do business. Read More
Sending money to Brasil by timhoffnagle
As a new permanent resident of Brasil, I have been transferring money regularly (<$10,000 each time) from the U.S. to my bank account in Brasil. I plan to use the money to buy a house there, as well as make some investments (e.g., some friends ...
I have done a few large purchases with a US-based VISA card. Large enough to be able to compare what they charge my account (in US $) with what the price of the item was (in reais) against the current exchange rate. And I have found that the rate ... Read More
Kids On Bikes by roddiesho
Since coming here in the fall, I have noticed that motorcycles outnumber cars like 20 to 1. A lot of these motorcycles have kids on them. Most are under 10 years old. The kid sits in the middle or on the back by themselves or with groceries. There ...
The speed bumps (and pot holes!) are more effective than either police or radar at controlling overall velocity.Cars, motos, bikes, and mules all stay under 25 mph.Furthermore, unlike in the USA, road rage is unheard of.Drivers are considerate and ... Read More
Tired of small town beach life. Where to next ? by alan279
@JulienHi, all,I’m Alan. I live in Ilhéus. I’m tired of small town beach life. Where to next?
@abthree The National Park of Chapada Diamantina, in Bahia, about 150 hectares in size,bans all cars, moving or parked. Also motorcycles, planes and helicopters. Also cell phone towers and electric power lines.While its not encouraged, there are ... Read More
Blocked access to USA (or other) websites by mberigan
Good afternoon,Does this happen to you? Is it something that impacts a lot of Expats? Is there some way to aggregate sites that do this and look for alternative solutions? I hunted [unsuccessfully] for some kind of international accessibility ...
This is one thing that a VPN will fix for you. It should not be a problem for anyone.One of my banks currently is blocking Firefox and Opera, which annoys the piss out of me, but they dont know where I am connecting from.There's all kinds of ... Read More
loan interest rates in Brasil by timhoffnagle
I was looking at bank web sites and found a page on the Bradesco Bank site advertising the "Bradesco Personal Loan" at rates "from 3% per month." If I am doing the math correctly, that's 42%/year. WTF????? I don't think that loan sharks in ...
Lula is quoted this morning as complaining about the high rates of the central bank and saying that their targets may be too low. And he is talking about all kinds of new spending which will further stimulate inflation. And he mentioned recently ... Read More
loan interest rates in Brasil by timhoffnagle
I was looking at bank web sites and found a page on the Bradesco Bank site advertising the "Bradesco Personal Loan" at rates "from 3% per month." If I am doing the math correctly, that's 42%/year. WTF????? I don't think that loan sharks in ...
exactly my point. Read More
Internet Outages in Brazil by abthree
It might be interesting to start tracking Internet outages and providers. TIM Fiber went down in Manaus last night for over two hours, from 10:55 PM May 19 to 1:15 AM May 20. How's your service?
Anyone know much about Starlink in Brazil? Read More
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park by Drjmagic
hiWe are thinking of taking a trip to Barreirinhas and Lençóis Maranhenses National Park during Carnival this year (2023). We live in Sao Paulo so this is a long journey. I have been getting conflicting reports as to whether ...
This is the third winter in a row where a La Nina cycle has affected the wprevailing weather in the NE and N regions of Brazil. Generally this has meant more reainfall to the point of flooding in semiarid and arid areas. In mid-Bahia it started ... Read More
Alert: Ongoing anti-democratic protest in Brasilia 01/08/23 by abthree
This from the US Embassy in Brasília today:Media and police report that an antidemocratic protest has turned violent and is now occupying occupying areas of central Brasilia including the Brazilian National Congress and areas surrounding the ...
on third thought, it might be more descriptive to call it the "Jason Bourne Legacy" ....just sayin'...... Read More
Alert: Ongoing anti-democratic protest in Brasilia 01/08/23 by abthree
This from the US Embassy in Brasília today:Media and police report that an antidemocratic protest has turned violent and is now occupying occupying areas of central Brasilia including the Brazilian National Congress and areas surrounding the ...
There have always been claims of voting irregularities, many of them substantiated, in the USA and many other countries since ancient times. Have you already forgotton the "hanging chads" or all the dead Chicagoans who voted for JFK? The "legacy ... Read More
Alert: Ongoing anti-democratic protest in Brasilia 01/08/23 by abthree
This from the US Embassy in Brasília today:Media and police report that an antidemocratic protest has turned violent and is now occupying occupying areas of central Brasilia including the Brazilian National Congress and areas surrounding the ...
Ken, I hope you know how partisan and biased this post of your is .....I'm not going to attempt to rebutt it here, I dont think this belongs here. Read More
Moving personal items to Brazil by madrac
I recently got my permanent resident card based on Vitem XI (family reunion). I know I have 180 days to bring my possessions to Brazil to avoid customs duty. I do have a couple of questions:Can I make multiple trips in/out of Brazil to bring items ...
I have brought in all kinds of things through checked baggage on a tourist visa.One time I brought an oversized plywood box that I built myself, containing about 1000 square feet of wood veneer, most of it exotic, and even including several sheets ... Read More
Communication in Portuguese - Stranger in a Strange Land by amsp
I am an American living in Sao Paulo since 2019. I speak some Portuguese and understand more. I've taken several Portuguese classes and currently take 3 hours of private lessons a week. I'm really trying to improve. I own my own business ...
If all else fails, it pays to assume that in any difficult situation, there is some way that I can improve my own behavior to make it better. That is the way I was trained when I was growing up. My childhood and young adulthood was unimaginably ... Read More
Money transfer to Brazil. Opinions are welcome by GringoLouco
I have a euro account and plan to have a wedding party in Brazil, in 2022. I asked my local bank to convert 10 000 euros to reais, because the pandemic weakened the real a lot. It would make the wedding more affordable. But my bank doesn't do ...
The Bradesco cambio people in So Paulo always try to tell me that they are required to take 5% in taxes.As for rates, the Brazilian Real took a deep dive when Lula took office and appointed new cabinet members. I guess we will have to wait and see ... Read More
How to bring your car to Brazil by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Brazil, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...
I have a Miata Gran touring car at home, hardtop convertible, that I would simply adore having here, except first of all the very first lambado we come to would tear out the entire underside of the car and second parts and service would be ... Read More
The cost of living in Brazil. weekly / monthly / yearly expenses by john8670
Weekly / Monthly Costs:Grocery BillRent Cell Phone Service Internet Cable TV / Satellite Car if leased or typical payments Taxes:House (Property Tax if owned) Are there any other taxes I should be aware of?
I like to drive.The first time I came here, in fact, In rented a car from Hertz for a month.I was able to buy a moto with my VISA card when I was still on a tourist visa. Fabulous way to get around but my wife didn't like it. 100 mpg.I bought a ... Read More
The cost of living in Brazil. weekly / monthly / yearly expenses by john8670
Weekly / Monthly Costs:Grocery BillRent Cell Phone Service Internet Cable TV / Satellite Car if leased or typical payments Taxes:House (Property Tax if owned) Are there any other taxes I should be aware of?
Brazil income tax.If you are a permanent resident, after your first year you must file income taxes. They know how much flows through your banbk account and how much you send here, and also those visa card purchases where you give your CPF. They ... Read More
Buying Property in Brazil by CryptoFlyGuy
Hello.Here is my situation. Anyone with a past similar experience, please give me your thoughts.I am married to a Brazilian that lives in Brazil. We are buying a condo apartment in São Paulo mid-August. Contract is signed ...
This morning we looked through a new house being built in the neighborhood here ....smallish but very well appointed for this area ....living room, dining room, kitchen, two baths, two bedrooms, carport, tile throughout, glass doors, no grass to ... Read More
Learning Portuguese is hard.
I swear, if I hear one more whine on this subjectfrom a native English or other romance-speaking language.Admittedly I have to work at it, hard, every day but that's because I am antigo and my head is already brim full of nonsense.There is ... Read More
Military movements throughout Brazil? by john8670
I've noticed through various sources over the past 2 weeks that there seems to be a surge in military movement throughout the country. Has anyone witnessed this first hand?
Thanks for the political summary.The Brazil legislative body just passed legislation to allow political appointees to Petrobras. In other words, Car Wash, the Sequel. There was a massive sell-off on the stock. I realize that their performance ... Read More
Sending and receiving packages in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Brazil? Is the public postal ...
Its all relative though.A can of beer here is 50 cents. A bottle of rum is about the same as a bottle of grape juice. We just got back from a road trip, we stayed in one luxury hotel (actually individual cottages with delicious gardens) for US $60 ... Read More
Permanent residency by timhoffnagle
Here's a little encouraging news for those of you who may be trying to get permanent residency in Brasil. It seems that the bureaucracy is not as strict as you might think. I hired an attorney to help with the process (advisable) and she was able ...
There is a basic lie promulgated everywhere about marriage that it is a sacrament or pact with God ....but people can actually do that privately if they care to ....what marriage is is a social institution promoted by governments for stability and ... Read More
Moving to Brazil cost from US by john8670
Are people moving to Brazil from the US better off bringing minimal items and buying everything there or paying to have items shipped via container and having a moving company bring everything to new house? It seems like there would be a lot of ...
@abthree You had already posted that recommendation. Allied was the first one I tried.Thanks, anyway Read More
Moving to Brazil cost from US by john8670
Are people moving to Brazil from the US better off bringing minimal items and buying everything there or paying to have items shipped via container and having a moving company bring everything to new house? It seems like there would be a lot of ...
I have a lifetime of accumulated stuff back home. I have a very extensive woodworking hobby and I've got ten grand worth of tools that simply cannot be duplicated in Brazil, and a thousand board feet of lumber that cant be duplicated either. I've ... Read More
Long Distance Brazilian Bus Accommodations by roddiesho
I will be taking a 6-hour long distance bus in Ceara soon. What accommodations do the buses have. i.e. Air Conditioning, Internet, Peanuts, In-Flight movies (just kidding) etc.Roddie in Retirement
We do the Salvador-Bom Jesus route all the time,its 14 hours at night ....the seats are extra large and reclining and they hand out pillows and blankets .....but they are designed to be very uncomfortable if you are trying to join the mile-high club ... Read More
Fire on the side of the Road! by roddiesho
Has anyone experienced fires on the side of the road, highway completely ignored by passing motorcyclists (motorcycles outnumber cars 20 to one in my village) or people walking down the street or even right in front of someone's house?To clarify I ...
In Bahia, that is called "mowing operations".......This became an ingrained habit centuries ago .....one of the reasons is for clearing land to prepare it for agriculture or pasture ...its a particularly effective way to clear a sugar cane field ... Read More
tourist visa process by menna153
we've applied Nov 10th and haven't got any notes and our applications still in "sent " stage haven't moved to"under review " stage yet!!!!i've also emailed the embassy here in Egypt 10 days ago and still haven't received any response from them i'm ...
menna153 it depends. .....Nov 10 of which year? Read More
BRAZILIAN REAL TO US DOLLAR by APATINAGE
Hi - Are there any reliable economist studies regarding the future of the Brazilian Real vs US Dollar? The Real hit a low of 5.9 earlier this year but it is now at 5.3. There are some webpages that say that the Real is projected to go down to 6 or 7 ...
Pride goeth before the fall. Read More
Call the United States from Brazil by roddiesho
Please recommend a way to call the United States from Brazil. It has been my biggest problem. My card washacked and I could not reach PayPal initially to report it. My daughter in the USA reported it for me, but they would only let ger go too far ...
I know there are throw-away phones still availabe.....they are off brand, you get them in places like Dollar General ..... 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 ...
prices are always a lot higher around the xmas holidays ....just look for bookings after jan 15 ..... Read More
Staying too long - resident taxes by OzneSil
Hi.If i works for a US company full time remotely, have zero business or income in Brazil, stay over 183 days in a house i own, and a citizen of both countries:1. Do both governments automatically know i am in Brazil and resort to each other?2. Does ...
OzneSil...as to the question of where you are living, its simple. Both the USA and Brazil have absolute evidence of where you are based upon your passport. Unless you managed to pass through the border illegally, they know where you are at all ... Read More
Jury Duty in USA by MacaeRick
Has anyone received a summons to be on jury duty in the county where their permanent address is located?I haven't received a jury duty summons since I moved to Brazil 12 years ago.I don't know if I should tell them I no longer liver in the USA.Maybe ...
I've made two purchases from amazon usa recently.They have figured out not only brazil customs but also delivery to my door (I'm 500 miles from the nearest commercial airport).I bought a quart of epoxy resin and hardener from the USA because its ... Read More
BRAZILIAN REAL TO US DOLLAR by APATINAGE
Hi - Are there any reliable economist studies regarding the future of the Brazilian Real vs US Dollar? The Real hit a low of 5.9 earlier this year but it is now at 5.3. There are some webpages that say that the Real is projected to go down to 6 or 7 ...
I am biased for sure .....but my opinion is based more upon weakness in the USA rather than strength in Brazil ....this is not a good place to debate this in detail ... Read More
BRAZILIAN REAL TO US DOLLAR by APATINAGE
Hi - Are there any reliable economist studies regarding the future of the Brazilian Real vs US Dollar? The Real hit a low of 5.9 earlier this year but it is now at 5.3. There are some webpages that say that the Real is projected to go down to 6 or 7 ...
My long term speculation is that the Real is going to strengthen steadily against the dollar, starting with last week when the US dollar index apparently peaked.One of the important factors to watch is the efforts being put in by the BRIC nations to ... Read More
Jury Duty in USA by MacaeRick
Has anyone received a summons to be on jury duty in the county where their permanent address is located?I haven't received a jury duty summons since I moved to Brazil 12 years ago.I don't know if I should tell them I no longer liver in the USA.Maybe ...
Both my bank and my OPM pension now have my brazilian address....I receive things like credit cards, account statements, and cost of living adjustments through the regular mail.....it does take about 6 weeks to get here and I have to go down to the ... Read More
Jury Duty in USA by MacaeRick
Has anyone received a summons to be on jury duty in the county where their permanent address is located?I haven't received a jury duty summons since I moved to Brazil 12 years ago.I don't know if I should tell them I no longer liver in the USA.Maybe ...
ditto.I come from a state with high state income taxes, so I have made extra effort to get all of my account addresses changed to my Brazilian address, even though its been a p-i-t-a for many of them since the computer programmers made foreign ... 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 ...
Its complicated.We advise you to obtain the services of a competent Brazilian tax accountaint familiar with the expat laws.Basically, both Brazil and the USA will levy taxes on your entire worldwide earnings.The rates of taxation are generally ... Read More
Home Loan from US Bank by KellyMarieD
Hello,Does anyone know if it is possible to get a Home loan from a bank in the US to buy a property in Brazil? Is this even possible?
No bank in the USA is going to accept any piece of real estate located in Brazil as collateral for a loan because they cannot force foreclosure and sale, they have no standing in Brazil courts.If your situation is sufficient to make a signature ... Read More
Your best culinary memory in Brazil by Mickael
Hello everyone, As you know, every country has its own flavours and tasting the local cuisine is a great way to discover the culture of a destination. Whether it's a small typical restaurant to taste local dishes, a traditional meal in a local's ...
Overall I'm not terribly enamoured with Brazilian cuisine.However, its just hard to top eating piranha stewed in tumeric and maracuja ..... Read More
Discrimination & Racism 😡🤢
Nomrad -- Abthree is without a doubt the most knowledgeable and helpful participant in this entire board. Everybody here greatly appreciates his input and the time he devotes to helping other people If you dont like it, then please cancel yourself ... Read More
Flying south to go north? by mberigan
How crazy is it that in order to fly north (USA) or northwest (Peru, Colômbia, Central America) from Recife one had to first fly south to São Paulo? ....and a lot of people have to do the same. I used to fly between Miami and Recife or ...
If you live in Detroit, Michigan, the shortest route to Canada is to drive south.Since covid there has been less air traffic between Brazil and the USA, which means that the airlines offer fewer routes.If you want something really crazy, consider ... Read More
I want to go to Brazil by Naik Mohmmad
hi how are you all i want to go to brazil i applied for visa on november 5th os still not reply me
and Jesus got most of his ideas from Zarathustra..... Read More
General Political Climate in Brazil by 56tbourne
Now that the elections are over, was wondering what the general political tone in Brazil is now that Lula was elected. Will it have an effect on expats or laws? I know that Brazil is divided like it is in the US. It has always been a very ...
From an International Finance point of view,There are indications that the USA dollar may have reached its peak and be starting into decline ....in particular the renmimbi and yen are starting to recover from dramatic falls.Brazil as one of the BRIC ... Read More
World Cup 2022 by EricPau
Is there a place that folks gather in Brasilia to watch the USA team play in the World Cup?
my very first visit to Brazil, I landed at Tancredo on a Sunday in 2014 when there was a game in progress in Belo Horizonte. I rented a car and got my hands on a rough map of the town on an advertising brochure and I set on down the road to find ... Read More
Do's and don'ts at the Brazilian dinner table by ltoby955
I know you can't believe all you read on quora but there was a post about do's and don'ts at the dinner table here it seems you have to gorge until everyone seems to stop and then it's rude to carry on or it seems to finish before the others. Don't ...
my family eats fried chicken, pizza and hamburgers by hand. The custom I have the most difficulty with is people trying to serve more food on my plate after I've served myself with everything I wanted. My wife is learning not to cook and serve so ... Read More
Call the United States from Brazil by roddiesho
Please recommend a way to call the United States from Brazil. It has been my biggest problem. My card washacked and I could not reach PayPal initially to report it. My daughter in the USA reported it for me, but they would only let ger go too far ...
(sigh) we just returned from Inubia to Bom Jesus. Its a seven hour drive through the mountains, plus an hour to change a flat in the mud in the rain. Only to find that we forgot to pack the teleo and phone. sigh...... I should shut up and just ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
only problem I have is getting time alone. I don't have the language skills to get across to people that I want and need some time alone, I'm not rejecting them, but just taking care of myself and my affairs. Read More
Call the United States from Brazil by roddiesho
Please recommend a way to call the United States from Brazil. It has been my biggest problem. My card washacked and I could not reach PayPal initially to report it. My daughter in the USA reported it for me, but they would only let ger go too far ...
This was my biggest problem too for awhile.I finally brought an Ooma teleo from the states and set it up in Brazil with a local number in Maryland, and plugged in a cheap handset, so I can send and receive calls for free by just plugging the teleo ... Read More
THe impact of the new president by ltoby955
Those that know the system here, will it become easier to migrate to here or harder under the new regime?
Americans tend to be hyper-critical of everyone and nasty, especially to the wiaters and waitresses, cashiers, bureaucrats, and corporate help desk phone operators that they deal with, and they tend to think that this is correct behavior and to have ... 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 ...
It is easier to obtain documents, plus notarization when required, apostille when required, and even certified translation, while still in the USA. Some of these can take many weeks to accomplish. Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 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 ...
what a wonderful story .....welcome Aaron ..... Read More
ATM withdraw fees/best exchange rates by jasonlovesdogs
Hello,I searched the forum and couldn't find an answer to this question. Does anyone know the best Brazilian banks that have the least ATM withdraw fees and exchange rates? I recently went to a Carefour here in Brasilia and felt like I got robbed in ...
basically I bet you paid a lot more than that.If you go to the XE forex quote sitehttps://www.xe.com/currencycharts/?from=USD&to=BRLthey will tell you the exact current median between the current bid price and the current ask price.But anytime ... Read More
ATM withdraw fees/best exchange rates by jasonlovesdogs
Hello,I searched the forum and couldn't find an answer to this question. Does anyone know the best Brazilian banks that have the least ATM withdraw fees and exchange rates? I recently went to a Carefour here in Brasilia and felt like I got robbed in ...
@ltoby955 They still know who you are.....you have no idea how sophisticated they are becoming.....they know more about you than you know about yourself.... Read More
ATM withdraw fees/best exchange rates by jasonlovesdogs
Hello,I searched the forum and couldn't find an answer to this question. Does anyone know the best Brazilian banks that have the least ATM withdraw fees and exchange rates? I recently went to a Carefour here in Brasilia and felt like I got robbed in ...
For any of you not aware of this ....There has been a severe brouhaha in the USA financial narrative about Paypal, the owner of Zoom, last week.They sent out a change to their terms of service which included a statement that they may withhold ... Read More
Money transfer for purchasing a property[B]Op requested thread to be removed by GuestPoster5716
Hello, I am about to buy a house for the value of 350k R$What is the best way to transfer the money to Brazil (property owner's account ) from my UK HSBC account? I do not have Brazilian bank account as I am on tourist Visa. I do have CPF.Will I be ...
if you wire money to your Brazilian wife, the transfer is styled as a gift and it is subject to gift taxes .... I'm not exactly sure what the limit is but its certainly lower than what a ypical piece of real estate costs. Read More
Residency application experience with PF in Bahia? by rnbtg
In the next few weeks I’ll finally be ready to apply for residency in the basis of marriage. We’re living in SP but planning to move as soon as we can to Bahia. My partner thinks that nothing in Bahia functions (grew up there). It would ...
congratulations ..... Read More
RNE for buying a car[B] Op requested thread to be removed by GuestPoster5716
Hello, I am on a tourist Visa and want to buy a car. I am actually buying a car from a friend. In cartorio they told us I need RNE. (I have cpf) Can someone confirm please if I need RNE to buy a car? And also will I be able to obtain RNE as a ...
@rnbtg you can buy a motorcycle with a credit card and no RNE ....or scooter, if you dont know how to shift ....its a good temporary solution..... Read More
One night in Rio by Kurterino
I’m looking at flights to Salvador, and as you might know (or not), prices are considerably higher than the last few years. However my preferred airline has a few interesting offers price-wise, unfortunately they include a very long layover in ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cKkBcmm2cE Read More
One night in Rio by Kurterino
I’m looking at flights to Salvador, and as you might know (or not), prices are considerably higher than the last few years. However my preferred airline has a few interesting offers price-wise, unfortunately they include a very long layover in ...
I find it hard to believe that there is a 19 hour period with no flights between GRU and SSA .... GOL, AZUL, and LATAM all fly that route, usually with several flights per day...... heck, in a pinch you could take Novo Horizonte in that amount of ... Read More
Permanent residency to Brazil by Dudu Garcia6
Hi,I would like to relocate to Brazil with my girlfriend (she is a Brazilian citizen) in a few years time. I only have a New Zealand citizenship and I have doubts as to my ability to attain a work visa in Brazil, as I don't not speak Portuguese very ...
Brazil has had and will continue to have a food production surplus in the coming year.For multiple reasons, most of the rest of the world, including most of europe, the USA, the middle east, africa, and china, are going to be suffering food ... Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 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 ...
I'd bet you can get this done at Tancredo.Ipatinga is a neat town. I got really lost there once. The main road kinda skirts most of the town, so if you go off the main road you will never find it again on your own. I finally had to ... Read More
Residency application experience with PF in Bahia? by rnbtg
In the next few weeks I’ll finally be ready to apply for residency in the basis of marriage. We’re living in SP but planning to move as soon as we can to Bahia. My partner thinks that nothing in Bahia functions (grew up there). It would ...
You need to have every document their website asks for. If they ask for notarization, it has to be notarized in the USA. If they ask for apostille, that has to be done in the USA. If it asks for official translation, that has to be ... Read More
Residency application experience with PF in Bahia? by rnbtg
In the next few weeks I’ll finally be ready to apply for residency in the basis of marriage. We’re living in SP but planning to move as soon as we can to Bahia. My partner thinks that nothing in Bahia functions (grew up there). It would ...
well, yes, Barreiras is a long long busride from Feira de Santana .....although if you can drive it, in the day time, BA 242 is simply gorgeous scenery from one end to the other.....This was very recently, our marriage was May 24, the interview in ... Read More
Residency application experience with PF in Bahia? by rnbtg
In the next few weeks I’ll finally be ready to apply for residency in the basis of marriage. We’re living in SP but planning to move as soon as we can to Bahia. My partner thinks that nothing in Bahia functions (grew up there). It would ...
sure.I've been dealing with the PF in Barreiras, the office next door to the rodoviaria ... I was the first american to ever apply for a RCNM there, maybe even the first foreigner....as a result they were ungoldy cautious and timid....on the PF ... Read More
How sell property in Brazil and transfer funds to US legally? by 555USRio
I inherited a small apartment that I would like to sell. The property is located in Brazil and I live in the US. I am a citizen of US and Brazil. How do I go about selling and transferring the funds. I have a joint account in Brazil and an ...
@Inubia Tell you what: i**** Read More
How sell property in Brazil and transfer funds to US legally? by 555USRio
I inherited a small apartment that I would like to sell. The property is located in Brazil and I live in the US. I am a citizen of US and Brazil. How do I go about selling and transferring the funds. I have a joint account in Brazil and an ...
why in gods name would anyone want to take money IN to the USA? Do you know that they are now busy hiring another 87,000 IRS agents, and one requirement for the job is to be eligible and willing to carry a gun and use it when necessary?sorry ... Read More
Learning to speak Portuguese by john8670
1. How much did your Portuguese improve after living in Brazil for your first year? 2. Do you have any tips that helped you pick up the language faster? Currently I'm using a combination of: 1. Babbel, Rocket Languages apps 2. ...
Most college-educated natives in the USA cannot speak or write the English language very well. Cell phone, texting, and paid services to correct writing and grammar and spelling have pretty much destroyed fluency. Read More
Best Supermarkets and/or Walmart equivalent by jasonlovesdogs
Does anyone know the cheapest supermarkets chains in Brazil to shop? Right now I'm shopping at Dona de Casa but I heard it's a expensive place to shop. I think big box is also about the same. Are there any other chains that are cheaper?Also is there ...
I moved to Brazil in order to escape the Walmart mentality. Please dont try to bring it here, if you want to shop at Walmart there are hundreds to choose from in the USA..... Read More
Driving and Renting a car in Brazil by jasonlovesdogs
Does anyone know of any options for renting a car for the long term in Brazil (at least a month, maybe many months)? I could get a rental at the airport from US car rental agencies but that's very expensive. Also I saw that a US license is ...
you can buy a new 160 cc motorbike for under $3,000 US.I saw a family of five riding on one today.If you dont have money, dont spend on things you dont really need. Read More