ltoby955
English looking for information about Brazil
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English
Speaks I can speak Portuguese, English some French and Spanish.
Registration: 15 July 2022
Requirement for residency permit by ltoby955
I hold an EU longterm residency in Portugal but I am a non EU passport holder. I was wondering what the enry requirements are? I saw there are certain areas where you can relocate to with a flat rate tax on pensions namely Pulia. Many thanks for any ...
Ok thank you. Read More
Requirement for residency permit by ltoby955
I hold an EU longterm residency in Portugal but I am a non EU passport holder. I was wondering what the enry requirements are? I saw there are certain areas where you can relocate to with a flat rate tax on pensions namely Pulia. Many thanks for any ...
@SimCityAT Ok I must look at that. I didn't realise and Happy New Year to you. Read More
Requirement for residency permit by ltoby955
I hold an EU longterm residency in Portugal but I am a non EU passport holder. I was wondering what the enry requirements are? I saw there are certain areas where you can relocate to with a flat rate tax on pensions namely Pulia. Many thanks for any ...
@Modicasa Thank you, I hols a UK s1 which the UK pay all my medical bills, I see this is accepted in Italy, I am not sure if I take out private care but I probably will. I am not quite sure about the minimum wage requirements. I see you have a ... Read More
New members of the Italy forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Italy 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 expat ...
@M Hunt Thank you so much. I am making a little headway although it is not straightforward. I speak portuguese so I hope the transistion to Italian will be a little easier. It seems I need double the minimum wage which is sketcy to say the least. Read More
Requirement for residency permit by ltoby955
I hold an EU longterm residency in Portugal but I am a non EU passport holder. I was wondering what the enry requirements are? I saw there are certain areas where you can relocate to with a flat rate tax on pensions namely Pulia. Many thanks for any ...
No I didn't say I was Portuguese I am a permanent residency holder in Portugal but non EU citizen. I posted on here after I found out Greece wouldn't be possible as they require a greater income. I am about to start radio theraphy for cancer but I ... Read More
Requirement for residency permit
I hold an EU longterm residency in Portugal but I am a non EU passport holder. I was wondering what the enry requirements are? I saw there are certain areas where you can relocate to with a flat rate tax on pensions namely Pulia. Many thanks for any ... Read More
New members of the Italy forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Italy 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 expat ...
@Julien Good day to all I am Toby. I am looking at moving to Italy. I am a semi-retired English teacher and I continue to work online. Read More
Income requirements for a residency visa. by ltoby955
Good evening i was wondering what the required income is for a residency visa.
Hi and thank you. I am a Portuguese permanent visa holder but non EU citizen, I have lived in Portugal for 10 years. Read More
Income requirements for a residency visa.
Good evening i was wondering what the required income is for a residency visa. Read More
New members of the Greece forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Greece 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 ...
@Julien Hi My name is Toby thanks for letting me on the forum 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 ...
What about public health system? Is that not available? I must ask my friends what they pay but 400 plus dollars per month wow. 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?
@rraypo Thank you 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?
@Marcos999 Thank you 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?
@Peter Itamaraca I am planning to marry outside of Portugal but will look at a prenup. Thanks 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?
@Peter Itamaraca Hi Peter thanks but I will likely marry this December surgery permitting, my wife works and only gets two weeks off so it is impossible to fly to Brazil to marry. 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?
@Peter Itamaraca I have made the name change and have passport etc, the problem is re going back donkeys years to get marriage, divorce, birth certs changed etc. If we get married before I believe I only need the marriage recognised in Brazil? My ... 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?
@abthree Thanks, I will take a look at the link. 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?
@Peter Itamaraca I just find the bearucracy a little bit ofputting, I made a name change for family reasons and where I live and Brazil is the same, they don't get the fact that in parts of the world this happens, it seems alien to them. So marrying ... 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?
@Peter Itamaraca We are possibly two years out from moving to Brazil but getting married this winter all being well, I have a health situation to get over first, hence why assets are so important. Thank you for the reply. 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?
@abthree Here it is a case of assets gained after marriage are split, the problem is its a touchy subject and one that would be better served if provision was in place legally in Brazil. is theer a link to this post 70 years legal provision, sorry ... 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?
@abthree Can she decide or do you follow the law, she will possibly opt for a cut, however I wouldn't want to risk this as she has no assets or pensions. If there was doubt a prenup before we marry abroad? 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. 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?
Interesting, is this also applicable to marriages outside of Brazil and then registred there reference over 70 years of age? Read More
Regarding marriage and assets
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? 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?
@roddiesho Thank you, I might buy but possibly rent, I am too old to consider building but thanks for the advice 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?
@Pablo888 Thank you for your reply, safety, healthcare and cost of living are quite important, I currently life in Portugal with my Brazilain partner. I speak Portuguese. Thank you for your thoughts. 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?
@mberigan Thank you, I have spent time in the South of the country where it is not particulary safe. I was looking at these areas as my partner wants to move back to Brazil and wants to be north which I have no problem with. 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?
@Peter Itamaraca We will be looking to rent, the area you mentioned is it safe and is property affordable and available to rent? Many thanks 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?
@Peter Itamaraca Yes to be honest north of Recife. Read More
Safe areas in the north of Brazil, coastal or close to the coast.
Looking for suggestions on safe and Ok value for money, also what is the taxation on foreign pensions? 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 ...
I think it is a stretch to not think tax will be followed, and with the recent spat with america and Brazil I think things will be checked both ends and become very sticky. Read More
Residency status
I was watching a youtube video about Uruguay and it seem to say that you can apply from Uruguay, is that correct? Read More
Apartment rentals longterm by ltoby955
What are the average prices for 2 bedroom apartment in areas like Monivideo, Maldonado and Punta del Este?
Thank you for that link Read More
Mastercard at ATMs and banking in Uruguay by armin31
Hola!Short time ago we spent 18 days in Uruguay. It was a very positive experience, although there were some eyebrow raisers too. Looking in our rear view mirror: we liked Uruguay very much, only one big problem the banks!During all of the time we ...
I was visiting two years ago and used my Visa and I neber had problems with ATM's Read More
Apartment rentals longterm
What are the average prices for 2 bedroom apartment in areas like Monivideo, Maldonado and Punta del Este? Read More
Jao Pessoa by ltoby955
Does anyone live there or know about the city, Costs and safety woud help. Many thanks
Thanks for the replies. I am familiar with Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul. It was more the safety of the area as I am late 60's I have a few friends who live there but I wanted to get the opinion of others. Read More
Jao Pessoa
Does anyone live there or know about the city, Costs and safety woud help. Many thanks Read More
Brit moving to Brazil with minimal Portuguese by Terri Forward
Hi, I am a Brit, currently living in Singapore, where i met my current boyfriend, who is Brazilian. His contract in Singapore came to an end at the start of the year and i am now looking at the possibility of moving to Brazil. Unfortunately i dont ...
I've been teaching English to Portuguese speakers and recently Portuguese to English speakers. It is a case of submersing yourself in the language and learning the high frequency words firstly as you can start to use them straight away. Best of luck Read More
change of name from birth certificate by ltoby955
has anyone had a problem when applying for a permanent visa? with their name being changed by deed poll which hence is different to the birth certificate?
@Pablo888 OK and also thank Ab3 In the UK and Ireland you cannot change your birth certificate unless it s before a child is one year and then only to correct an error. i guess this will all have to be translated as in the deed poll and original ... Read More
change of name from birth certificate by ltoby955
has anyone had a problem when applying for a permanent visa? with their name being changed by deed poll which hence is different to the birth certificate?
@abthree Hi thank you, I hold several copies, and copies are held by the deed poll company and I had to send them to all offices during the process including Portugal where I've lived for the last eight years. my biometric is in my current name as ... Read More
change of name from birth certificate by ltoby955
has anyone had a problem when applying for a permanent visa? with their name being changed by deed poll which hence is different to the birth certificate?
Hi, your birth certificate and qualifications are the only things you can't change when you change your name. A deed poll is when you legally change part of or all of your name. My passport is in my new name as is my residence card, but many ... Read More
change of name from birth certificate
has anyone had a problem when applying for a permanent visa? with their name being changed by deed poll which hence is different to the birth certificate? Read More
Fingerprints and criminal records by priscilawolff
Hello I am married to a Brazilian woman and now we are trying to legalize the process here so I can stay in Brazil . Does someone know and can help me to find out how do I get my fingerprints to get my criminal records from the USA . ? Please I ...
@abthree can i just clarify that it;s your country of residence unless under 5 years for a criminal record of less than five years it has to be your last two places of residence. e i have lived in portugal for 8 yeaes so it;s just from portugal? Read More
Fingerprints and criminal records by priscilawolff
Hello I am married to a Brazilian woman and now we are trying to legalize the process here so I can stay in Brazil . Does someone know and can help me to find out how do I get my fingerprints to get my criminal records from the USA . ? Please I ...
Jumping on this, we have to have our print taken for our Portuguese residency biometric cards do these count for the criminal record and is fingerprinting a Brazilan requirement or the country you are getting the criminal record from? Read More
Moving to Santa Catarina state by KenAquarius
Hi, I am an American married to a Brazilian. I am looking at taking an early retirement and would like any information about nice cities and towns in Santa Catarina. It would be great to hear from anyone living there. My wife is from Rio but no ...
A friend has left Santa Catarina to move north as it was way to damp in the mountain areas for most of the year. I've spent time on the coast and found the weather to be unpredictable, having said that I think this is now the way of most places ... Read More
Change of pace by Canforbra
Me and my wife had a disagreement today. She wants to move to Portugal now, after all the work and effort I put into immigrating to brazil. She hates her job, which pays well and hates the city. I hate the city as well.I suggested we start a ...
@sprealestatebroker Many families in Portugal have dogs, those in apartments tend to have smaller breads which people don't see out on the streets, the Portuguese are also mad about cats and other small animals such as rabbits, there is a lot of ... Read More
Change of pace by Canforbra
Me and my wife had a disagreement today. She wants to move to Portugal now, after all the work and effort I put into immigrating to brazil. She hates her job, which pays well and hates the city. I hate the city as well.I suggested we start a ...
@abthree I can also help if needed I have spent 8 years in Portugal and have written extensively on this, I also have contacts for those seeking visas, it's worth pointing out that it is now one if not the leading destinations for Americans. Read More
Change of pace by Canforbra
Me and my wife had a disagreement today. She wants to move to Portugal now, after all the work and effort I put into immigrating to brazil. She hates her job, which pays well and hates the city. I hate the city as well.I suggested we start a ...
@Canforbra Portugal is very safe and rated the third safest place in the world, it is also as cheap to live here as it is Brazil with the one exception being property prices however if you live away from Lisbon, Porto or the Algarve property is as ... Read More
Best places to live in Santa Catarina Brazil? by john8670
I'm a American man in my late 20s who has been happily married to my Brazilian wife from Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo for 4 years now. I have visited Brazil 2 times so far (Sao Paulo, Recife and Porto De Galinhas) and really enjoyed it. I am looking to move ...
Santa Catarina is quite dull, wet, windy and cold for a good part of the year. Read More
Pirarcicaba (Sao Paulo) I think I spelt that correctly by ltoby955
Is this a safe area to live?
@sprealestatebroker Really appreciate your reply, my girlfriend was from there and she just said it was ok and parked it there, there is a strong chance I will visit there in 2024. Read More
Pirarcicaba (Sao Paulo) I think I spelt that correctly by ltoby955
Is this a safe area to live?
@Droplover Thanks so much Read More
Pirarcicaba (Sao Paulo) I think I spelt that correctly by ltoby955
Is this a safe area to live?
@martinsan Thank you, just back on here and see your reply Read More
Pirarcicaba (Sao Paulo) I think I spelt that correctly
Is this a safe area to live? Read More
Residencia in Uruguay by ltoby955
I am from the UK and currently live in Portugal as a permanent resident, I spent a month in Uruguay in November 2022 and was wondering how difficult is it to get a residency visa there. Many thanks
@ColoniaMan Ok, do have income from teaching of around 55,000 pesos. I was going to use the time to look around. I have been to Montevideo, and towards Punta del Este. Where are the best albeit reasonable parts of Montevideo? Read More
We have been considering Uruguay as a retirement destination by Rall 62
Good AfternoonMy wife and I live in rural South Africa. We have been considering Uruguay as a retirement destination for some time now.South Africa has become untenable, and having survived two armed robberies and numerous burglaries we are at the ...
@armin31 Thank you. Read More
Residencia in Uruguay by ltoby955
I am from the UK and currently live in Portugal as a permanent resident, I spent a month in Uruguay in November 2022 and was wondering how difficult is it to get a residency visa there. Many thanks
Hi ColoniaMan, I would consider a residency, I have an income of 60.000 pesos per month by way of pensions plus an income from online teaching. What are the financial requirements when applying for a residency permit? If I were to come out there for ... Read More
We have been considering Uruguay as a retirement destination by Rall 62
Good AfternoonMy wife and I live in rural South Africa. We have been considering Uruguay as a retirement destination for some time now.South Africa has become untenable, and having survived two armed robberies and numerous burglaries we are at the ...
@armin31 is teh any reason why they don't use desalanisation? Read More
We have been considering Uruguay as a retirement destination by Rall 62
Good AfternoonMy wife and I live in rural South Africa. We have been considering Uruguay as a retirement destination for some time now.South Africa has become untenable, and having survived two armed robberies and numerous burglaries we are at the ...
@sandrinecabioch This is very strange I stayed in the old part of the city and I liked it, the people in cafes and restaurants were very friendly, there were people dancing near the city centre, if I had a problem with the language people were very ... Read More
Residencia in Uruguay by ltoby955
I am from the UK and currently live in Portugal as a permanent resident, I spent a month in Uruguay in November 2022 and was wondering how difficult is it to get a residency visa there. Many thanks
@ColoniaMan So if I leave for a month I can come back in? Brazil is max six months there and 6 months out of the country. Read More
Residencia in Uruguay by ltoby955
I am from the UK and currently live in Portugal as a permanent resident, I spent a month in Uruguay in November 2022 and was wondering how difficult is it to get a residency visa there. Many thanks
@ColoniaMan Thank you. I was able to plug in my computers phones etc as I have the Portuguese and brazilian style plugs. Read More
Residencia in Uruguay by ltoby955
I am from the UK and currently live in Portugal as a permanent resident, I spent a month in Uruguay in November 2022 and was wondering how difficult is it to get a residency visa there. Many thanks
@uru_guy Hi when you say I can live as a tourist for as long as I like the 90 and 180 day rule doesn't apply? Read More
New members of the Uruguay forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Uruguay 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 ...
@Julien Hi, I am Toby, I spent a month in 2022 in Uruguay and I am thinking of going there for a longer stay, I currently live in Portugal and speak English and Portuguese. I am a semi-retired teacher of English, I specialize in students with ... Read More
Residencia in Uruguay by ltoby955
I am from the UK and currently live in Portugal as a permanent resident, I spent a month in Uruguay in November 2022 and was wondering how difficult is it to get a residency visa there. Many thanks
@uru_guy passport, a criminal record is fine, healthcare insurance, what will be accepted there? also, do you need to have a rental contract and tax number there before you start the process? Many thanks Read More
Residencia in Uruguay by ltoby955
I am from the UK and currently live in Portugal as a permanent resident, I spent a month in Uruguay in November 2022 and was wondering how difficult is it to get a residency visa there. Many thanks
Ok, I have been living in Portugal for 8 years so is it just a criminal record from here? Read More
Is there any expat community in Uruguay by esoralles
Hi there, I wanna know about expats communuties or clubs in Montevideo. Well, i saw the network, and really I don't know if there are places. Best regards. Esoralles
I wish I had known of the Forum when I spent the month there Shirley. I am considering spending longer later this year. I spent the month traveling and just mixing with the locals in Montevideo, Periopolis, and Maldonado areas. Read More
Residencia in Uruguay
I am from the UK and currently live in Portugal as a permanent resident, I spent a month in Uruguay in November 2022 and was wondering how difficult is it to get a residency visa there. Many thanks 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 ...
@Nomad Mundo what was the cost? Read More
Borrowing to buy property in Brazil by ltoby955
What's it like to borrow about 150.000 reais to buy a property? this will be about 25% of the purchase price?
That's great I had a wobble with my Brazilian girlfriend but we remain friends so it's now a go solo on the visa etc. I am going to the Brazilian embassy here in Portugal just to see if it's feasible with my pension and salary income to get the ... Read More
Borrowing to buy property in Brazil by ltoby955
What's it like to borrow about 150.000 reais to buy a property? this will be about 25% of the purchase price?
Regarding the credit rating, how do they work it for newbies to Brazil AB three? 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 ...
Thank you, I am lucky in one respect as most of my documents are in Portuguese, do your pension documents need to be in Portuguese as my pension are English? 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 ...
@abthree Is this also if you submit to the embassy? or is it 90 days max when you land in Brazil, do the embassy pre-approve visas? Read More
Borrowing to buy property in Brazil
What's it like to borrow about 150.000 reais to buy a property? this will be about 25% of the purchase price? Read More
International postal stamps by ltoby955
Can you buy pre-stamped envelopes or international stamps here? Also is it another thing that requires a CPF or can you just buy it?
Ok many thanks Read More
International postal stamps
Can you buy pre-stamped envelopes or international stamps here? Also is it another thing that requires a CPF or can you just buy it? Read More
Tourist and CPF by ltoby955
What are the implications of a tourist having a cpf? if you spend less than 180 day per year max here, do you have to make a tax return because you have a CPF?
@abthree Thanks, It's a positive to know that when I come back I can get the cpf and then a sim card. Many thanks Read More
Tourist and CPF
What are the implications of a tourist having a cpf? if you spend less than 180 day per year max here, do you have to make a tax return because you have a CPF? Read More
Data sim card for mobile router by ltoby955
Can you buy a prepaid data sim card or could you put your phone sim card in the router?
@abthree Hi thanks for the reply, I used the hotspot in Uruguay and was great there you can buy a months worth of data on a prepaid sim. I teach online so heading to a summer rental with no wifi and It's a must here in Brazil. Read More
Data sim card for mobile router by ltoby955
Can you buy a prepaid data sim card or could you put your phone sim card in the router?
@tlacle Hi I have a portable router it totally mobile and great. Thanks for the info. Read More
Covid tests in Pharmacies? by ltoby955
Are the results of the test published or regsitred with the government?
Thanks all, they took my passport number for the form. It was my girlfriend that requested proof on paper lol. Is that normal here, are people normally distrusting of others? Read More
Data sim card for mobile router
Can you buy a prepaid data sim card or could you put your phone sim card in the router? Read More
CPf for flights by ltoby955
Hi to everyone, hope you are all ok, I have a flight with Azul airlines and I want to add luggage ad at the point of payment it's asking for my CPF which I don't have. Has anyone found a way around this? I know I can pay at the airport but the fees ...
@Szymon M Hi i managed to create an account some time back, but now it appears to have changed the criteria. I will download the app. Read More
CPf for flights by ltoby955
Hi to everyone, hope you are all ok, I have a flight with Azul airlines and I want to add luggage ad at the point of payment it's asking for my CPF which I don't have. Has anyone found a way around this? I know I can pay at the airport but the fees ...
@Roddie Simmons I booked the flight through a flight platform, It appears in my Azul account, it even allowed me to buy seats but not luggage. It requires a CPF, I might have to go to the airport. Read More
CPf for flights by ltoby955
Hi to everyone, hope you are all ok, I have a flight with Azul airlines and I want to add luggage ad at the point of payment it's asking for my CPF which I don't have. Has anyone found a way around this? I know I can pay at the airport but the fees ...
@abthree Hi I tried the one ending en but it was the same Read More
CPf for flights by ltoby955
Hi to everyone, hope you are all ok, I have a flight with Azul airlines and I want to add luggage ad at the point of payment it's asking for my CPF which I don't have. Has anyone found a way around this? I know I can pay at the airport but the fees ...
@Roddie Simmons Thanks Azull requires it unfortunately. Read More
CPf for flights
Hi to everyone, hope you are all ok, I have a flight with Azul airlines and I want to add luggage ad at the point of payment it's asking for my CPF which I don't have. Has anyone found a way around this? I know I can pay at the airport but the fees ... Read More
Covid tests in Pharmacies? by ltoby955
Are the results of the test published or regsitred with the government?
OK thanks, I don't have a cpf, I will do a self test first I think. Read More
Covid tests in Pharmacies?
Are the results of the test published or regsitred with the government? 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 ...
It always pays not to mention what you have, if you talk about we have this and that it gets under people's skin. 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 ...
@KenAquarius It seems a minister has also been removed from office. I think its the defense minister. 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 ...
@sprealestatebroker there could well be elements that didn't want to stop this event as was the same in Washington. 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 ...
These are people delivered with the inability to recognize democracy. My partner preferred Bolsonara and although she is not happy that Lula got in, she is intelligent and respects the result, as do most of our friends. 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?
@jc1234 A great reply, the big one is if prices go up and are like me on a pension, mine currently is index linked how ever governments are looking to change this in the years ahead. Read More
Digital Nomad Visa Migrante Web by Cakinator
I wanted to start a new thread/post on this as the first one Abthree posted kind of got inundated with conversations about Overstaying. But is [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=973331]here[/url]for reference My question is has ...
Are any of the digital nomads on here self-employed, I teach online and work for myself, I was wondering what you would need to do to prove this for the application, the only thing I can think of is to get a letter from my accountant, I don't have ... 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 ...
Many are thrown off guard by people speaking Portuguese who don't look Portuguese or Brazilian. I have noticed how big a deal pronunciation is when speaking Portuguese, if one part of a word is pronounced incorrectly they won't get what you are ... Read More
My girlfriend needs to transfer money to my account in Portugal.
She uses Banrisul and my bank doesn't show on her dropdown list of banks is there another way? For example in Portugal I just enter the bic and IBAN numbers into the transfer payments for the person I want to send money? Thanks for any ideas. 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 always look at the minimum wage and I can never figure out how many survive here on that amount of income. 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?
@Inubia It's a great idea not to give your cpf, it has very little advantages. Read More
Working remotely in Brazil, for USD? by Ben Kirchner
Hello First post here! To be brief - My wife is Brazilian, I am American. We currently live in the US, and are looking to move to Brazil in the near future. We are trying to best serve our life there by making USD, while living in Brazil. It ...
@alan279 Can I ask, are you here as a remote worker? Read More
Brazil Authorizes Legal Residency for Digital Nomads January 24, 2022 by abthree
Per CNIg Resolution No. 45, published in the Diário Federal da União on January 24, 2022, digital nomads will now be able to apply for residency in Brazil. In order to qualify, applicants will be required to provide: 1. A declaration ...
Hi re this way of getting a residencia here, does anyone know if you can add pensions to your income from working online with customers living in other countries? Can I also ask a question on how this works if you are a self-employed remote worker? Read More
Divorce Brazil by pug051423
Hello,I would like to ask for some general advice for my current situation...I had married a Brazilian woman in 2017, but I never apply any CRNM / RNE and every time just stay less than 6 months in Brazil with tourist visa. The reason is that from ...
@pug051423 Did you have a cpf at some point? I thought you would need one to buy property here. I guess the best thing would be to take a short trip to meet a lawyer and go from there. Read More