Roddie Simmons
American looking for information about Brazil
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Is it hard to become fluent in Brasilian Portuguese ? by hagece8690
FWIW I've passed the Celpe-Bras exam, and can watch videos, read, and communicate verbally with pretty much anyone here like a native, except people from Bahia KKKKKK, and when encountering regionalized slang. The reason I am asking this question, ...
@hagece8690 I have lived in CEARA for over three years and have come to Brazil several times since my braziian mother is from Niteroi. I can tell you there is a HUGE difference between becoming fluent and living here. It is like taking driving ... Read More
My Debit card is stuck in Customs by NewBrazil
Has anyone experience with having a debit card or credit card replacement sent from the USA. Right now my replacement debit card they are saying. Your package has been delayed due to a Government Agency hold. It showed it passed thru the scan the ...
@NewBrazilI just had a very bad experience with a vital computer part that was shipped by DHL and held by Brazilian Customs at the Sao Paulo airport. They claimed it was - unaccompanied baggage- and all the documents I sent did not do anything. DHL ... Read More
Getting around with your pet in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in Brazil with a pet also means learning how to navigate local transport systems together. From daily commutes to occasional trips, you have to navigate betwwen local rules and real-life experiences. Whether you’re a ...
How do you usually travel with your pet in Brazil? walkHow pet-friendly do you find local transportation means in practice? SIMBA rides in the car only when he is getting a haircut otherwise no transportation.What challenges do you face? ... Read More
With fuel prices soaring, how are you getting around in Brazil? by Veedushi
Hello everyone!In many countries, transportation costs are becoming a real challenge for expats. Some are completely changing their habits: using public transport more often, carpooling, switching to scooters… or cycling.In Denmark, for ...
I have a driver😎Roddie in Retirement Read More
Fine for late declaration of foreign bank account by UhOhDetran
Hey guys, I'm an expat and permanent resident of Brazil, although currently I'm not in Brazil but will return there. I know this is a dumb mistake, but I figured out recently that I should have declared my foreign bank account with the RF. It ...
@nataliarnimo Hello, I would like clarification if you may. The only active accounts I have are Pay Pal and Banco Do Brazil. I just opened a Charles Schwab International account this week. I think I know what you mean by the RF, but please clarify ... Read More
Social Security Monthly Payments
Bom Dia or at least I hope it will be. I am late to the party of changing my Social Security residence information from the USA to Brazil. I have until the end of the year and among other things I would like to know if my monthly deposits to PayPal ... Read More
Raising kids the local way in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Raising children as an expat in Brazil means discovering new parenting habits. School routines, discipline, food habits, independence, social life… many things may work differently in Brazil compared to your home ...
Cheryl,Our Brazilian American daughter was raised in the USA, but my wife owns a very popular Sorvetes shop in Northeastern Brazil which has become a popular hangout similar to a Starbucks. The only thing I can add is that kids at least in our ... Read More
Expats: how do you stretch your Reals further? by Pablo888
Oct 27, 2025The Reals reached US$1 = R$6 briefly this year. FX watchers would have jumped on the opportunity to move more in R$.Now, how do you optimize what you keep in R$ versus in Euro or dollar? The typical aggressive bank interest rate or ETF ...
@Pablo...and you were expecting what from a robot.Roddie in Retirement😎 Read More
Quality of customer service in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Brazil, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, we invite ...
@Cheryl, there is a strong pattern of - I know better -, regardless of what a qualified expert says. Unfortunately, I have mobility challenges, but when I go to the doctor my wife has to translate. Regardless of what the Medical Doctor says she ... Read More
Quality of customer service in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Brazil, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, we invite ...
I had a very interesting customer service experience. A lot of time is spent on teaching people to be fluent etc. Actually I can communicate very well, but I have found out that there is a much bigger problem in having some people in Brazil ... Read More
VPN's ANYONE by Roddie Simmons
Bom Dia! i have had a really rough week. hint my YouTube computer blew up. My quick question is about anyone who has a VPN or would recomend a brand. I currently have EXPRESS VPN and it is usually the best, but with my computer situation, I have to ...
@Mikeflanagan I just held my breath for a few days, and it worked again😎 Read More
VPN's ANYONE by Roddie Simmons
Bom Dia! i have had a really rough week. hint my YouTube computer blew up. My quick question is about anyone who has a VPN or would recomend a brand. I currently have EXPRESS VPN and it is usually the best, but with my computer situation, I have to ...
@David mimic Sorry to hear that. Obviously, I am in Brazil, but I set the VPN to Miami. (I had a memorable time there when I went to get my FBI background check). Good Luck, my solution was probably just giving it a few days.Roddie 😎 Read More
VPN's ANYONE by Roddie Simmons
Bom Dia! i have had a really rough week. hint my YouTube computer blew up. My quick question is about anyone who has a VPN or would recomend a brand. I currently have EXPRESS VPN and it is usually the best, but with my computer situation, I have to ...
@SimCityAT As the first born of a historic Brown University PHD graduate with an acclaimed Fellowship in her honor given after her early death when I was 5 and having been there as a toddler with my father at the Brown Campus when she was awarded ... Read More
VPN's ANYONE by Roddie Simmons
Bom Dia! i have had a really rough week. hint my YouTube computer blew up. My quick question is about anyone who has a VPN or would recomend a brand. I currently have EXPRESS VPN and it is usually the best, but with my computer situation, I have to ...
@jonesio Thanx, apparently there is an infrequent email that caught this one instead of my regular one.The EXPRESS VPN, finally worked again. Since it is working on 2 out of 3 of my devices and this has been the very rare mishap i will not make any ... Read More
VPN's ANYONE by Roddie Simmons
Bom Dia! i have had a really rough week. hint my YouTube computer blew up. My quick question is about anyone who has a VPN or would recomend a brand. I currently have EXPRESS VPN and it is usually the best, but with my computer situation, I have to ...
@Pablo888 Thanx, apparently there is an infrequent email that caught this one instead of my regular one.The EXPRESS VPN, finally worked again. Since it is working on 2 out of 3 of my devices and this has been the very rare mishap i will not make ... Read More
VPN's ANYONE by Roddie Simmons
Bom Dia! i have had a really rough week. hint my YouTube computer blew up. My quick question is about anyone who has a VPN or would recomend a brand. I currently have EXPRESS VPN and it is usually the best, but with my computer situation, I have to ...
@SimCityAT Thanx, apparently there is an infrequent email that caught this one instead of my regular one.The EXPRESS VPN, finally worked again. Since it is working on 2 out of 3 of my devices and this has been the very rare mishap i will not make ... Read More
Computer Connection
I am looking for an on-line computer store, preferably with English speakers, that I can purchase RAM (memory) for my computer.Roddie in Retirement😎 Read More
The impact of artificial intelligence on the Brazil job market by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Artificial intelligence is driving major changes to the job market in Brazil : task automation, evolving job roles and rise of new skills. For expats and soon-to-be expats, this transformation may raise some key questions on ...
Cheryl,I am pleased that you continue to ask the important questions in regard to EXPAT life in Brazil. I will go easy and just let you know that "The Mae Belle Williamson Simmons Diversity Fellowships honor the legacy of a trailblazing Providence ... Read More
VPN's ANYONE by Roddie Simmons
Bom Dia! i have had a really rough week. hint my YouTube computer blew up. My quick question is about anyone who has a VPN or would recomend a brand. I currently have EXPRESS VPN and it is usually the best, but with my computer situation, I have to ...
Thanx,I have never heard of them. but will be glad to use them if necessary.I heard from Express VPN after my post, and I will have my "Man Friday" work on it when hecomes in Tuesday. He is the ONLY one who knows computers in the whole village or ... Read More
VPN's ANYONE
Bom Dia! i have had a really rough week. hint my YouTube computer blew up. My quick question is about anyone who has a VPN or would recomend a brand. I currently have EXPRESS VPN and it is usually the best, but with my computer situation, I have to ... Read More
No More Paying A Ransom for Amazon.com Orders by Roddie Simmons
Let me explain. This is not something I think will happen to others, hopefully. I live in a very small village of less than 3,000 people in Northeastern Brazil. There are times when I do not think I can get a product locally (i.e., my computer ...
@abthree Thanx, I currently have everything I want and back-ups (a working computer soundbar and an unboxed replacement). My wife has arranged my Man Friday to come work for me each Tuesday, so I may do that in the future.The truth with Amazon BR is ... Read More
No More Paying A Ransom for Amazon.com Orders
Let me explain. This is not something I think will happen to others, hopefully. I live in a very small village of less than 3,000 people in Northeastern Brazil. There are times when I do not think I can get a product locally (i.e., my computer ... Read More
Anyone here from Rio Grande do Sul? by FahadQ
Hi guys,Hope you all are well and looking forward to the weekend. I'm here in Rio Grande do Sul, it's my 3 month here, I haven't found many English speaking people in Novo Hamburgo other than my lawyer. I was hoping to see if I can meet and hang out ...
@FahadQ No, I live in Northeastern Brazil in the state of Ceara, but I love your door. My house is also blue.Roddie in Retirement😎 Read More
Divorce and CRNM Card by Gbawekanu
Hi everyone — looking for guidance from expats (and anyone who’s been through something similar) on Brazilian residency after divorce.I met a Brazilian woman in 2021. We got married after we arrived in Brazil, and I was issued an RNE / ...
@Gbawekanu FYI, even though I have been married to a great Brazilian for almost 30 years, my CRNM is actually based on my Brazilian daughter, not my wife due to a mix-up.Roddie in Retirement😎 Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
@CherylThanks for asking Cheryl, As I have mentioned previously, we are very, very comfortable. We live in a small village in Northeastern Brazil and have a compound with three houses. One for me and SIMBA. One for my wife, the caretaker in chief, ... Read More
Ouch! Social Security Hack! by roddiesho
I am still in the early stages of investigating this, but I just lost almost $200 from my monthly Social Security deposit.Has anyone else received a different amount this month?Roddie in Retirement😎
@abthree Thanx! I`m not returning. I`ve even seen my Brazilian burial site. 😎 Read More
Ouch! Social Security Hack! by roddiesho
I am still in the early stages of investigating this, but I just lost almost $200 from my monthly Social Security deposit.Has anyone else received a different amount this month?Roddie in Retirement😎
@abthree Thanx for your reply. I actually don't use the website because of a constant challenge with having two sign-ins. (ssa.gov and log-in.gov) One sends me to the other one, or doesn't let me in.I usually just call. Anyway, it appears that it ... 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 ...
@KenAquarius indeed Read More
Apostille: When, Where & How! by roddiesho
Got the Brazilian marriage certificate, FBI Background check and I believe the last item for my Permanent Residency by Spouse is the Apostille, When Where and How.Also, according to my passport my deadline is 4/4/2023. On to Florida for ...
Thanx,I will always remember you and Texas Brazil emphasizing the staple. It is stuck inky brain now.😱 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 ...
So they say PayPal has solved a lot of problems for me. I am staying with them. Read More
Pet Transport by Vera GauchaAmerican
Considering taking my pet to Brasil in about one year from the US.Does anyone shipped the pet from Los Angeles.Does anyone recommend a reputable company.If I take the pet as extra baggage on my flight or have it shipped as cargo,it would cost much ...
@Alstromeria55. My opinion was a tad tainted because I was old and disabled. Now I am feeling younger and spry.The real reason I have such a negative opinion is not knowing what I was in for. São Paulo is where you are entering ... Read More
Pet Transport by Vera GauchaAmerican
Considering taking my pet to Brasil in about one year from the US.Does anyone shipped the pet from Los Angeles.Does anyone recommend a reputable company.If I take the pet as extra baggage on my flight or have it shipped as cargo,it would cost much ...
@VeraGauchoAmericanLooking at the dates of some of these posts it seems the ship has already sailed.In case this is new information I would recommend American Airlines PetCargo YouTube video. Also there is a “too big” situation. I know ... Read More
Pet Transport by Vera GauchaAmerican
Considering taking my pet to Brasil in about one year from the US.Does anyone shipped the pet from Los Angeles.Does anyone recommend a reputable company.If I take the pet as extra baggage on my flight or have it shipped as cargo,it would cost much ...
@Vera GauchaAmerican Ok, I have to be the resident expert on this.I brought Simba (Beagle/Cocker Spaniel Mix) from Logan Airport ((Boston)) to Jericocoara (Ceará).The first thing is that you should add up all the great CPF, Visa etc. advice ... Read More
Brazilian Nationality vs.Permanent Residency by Roddie Simmons
In another post they spoke of a language test that was taken to get Brazilian Citizenship, but is not necessary for a Permanent Residency Visa.i am currently working on my Permanent Residency by Spouse Visa.What are the Pros and Cons of Permanent ...
Good Choices. Familiar with both. Read More
Tourist Visa Extension Question by sovelong
Does anyone know if the tourist visa extension is multi-entry and if the months are rolling dates? For example, once you get the extension could you be in Brazil for the first month of the extension, leave for one month, then come back for two ...
Sincerely Operating Blind Read More
Tourist Visa Extension Question by sovelong
Does anyone know if the tourist visa extension is multi-entry and if the months are rolling dates? For example, once you get the extension could you be in Brazil for the first month of the extension, leave for one month, then come back for two ...
@abthree Thanx for The DM.I am sure it will work out. I am suffering from communicating with only an I Phkne SE on very, very small type. I will send you a reply next week when I hopefully have my laptop back.Thanx,Roddie In ... Read More
Tourist Visa Extension Question by sovelong
Does anyone know if the tourist visa extension is multi-entry and if the months are rolling dates? For example, once you get the extension could you be in Brazil for the first month of the extension, leave for one month, then come back for two ...
@abthree No Problemo!!!We have been married for 22 years.We are about to do the Brazilian Marriage,We live in a small village so even though we have a “C” they haveheard of the process, but since I am the only. Americano for miles, they ... Read More
Tourist Visa Extension Question by sovelong
Does anyone know if the tourist visa extension is multi-entry and if the months are rolling dates? For example, once you get the extension could you be in Brazil for the first month of the extension, leave for one month, then come back for two ...
@abthreeHow does that work during the Residency Process?I am in the 2nd leg of my tourist visa. I will have started / completed the criminal… and the Brazilian / marriage before that leg is up. Then I have 1year for the spouse residency. I ... Read More
Tax Preparation Service Costs by seinfo3
I just received a quote for tax preparation and they seem quite high compared to overseas tax preparation services provided in the US.Preparation and delivery of 2022 Annual Tax return DIRPF for the period in which I became a Tax Resident (December ...
@abthree I only receive social security in dollars on PayPal. I don’t have any income. I received my inheritance in January. I plan on filing my usual Turbo Tax for USA for some work I did in 1st. quarter 2022.It will be at least a ... 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 ...
Express VPN is the best.I now have access to the American transmission of Prime Video Peacock, Apple TV+, Paramount +, Disney +, and HULU.Roddie in Retirement🕵🏽 Read More
Is Senator George Santos shedding a good light on Brazilians
Just watched an interview with his ex-boyfriend in São Paulo. With all the attention on him now including his Brazilian roots, how do Brazilians feel being dragged into the story?Roddie in Retirement🕵🏽 Read More
Brazilian Nationality vs.Permanent Residency by Roddie Simmons
In another post they spoke of a language test that was taken to get Brazilian Citizenship, but is not necessary for a Permanent Residency Visa.i am currently working on my Permanent Residency by Spouse Visa.What are the Pros and Cons of Permanent ...
@sprealestatebroker That is TMI for me, but I applaud your skills.My time in RI was not even connected to Brazil. My father built our house and my natural mother was a PHD from Brown University, now with a Fellowship in her name. It wasn’t ... Read More
Brazilian Nationality vs.Permanent Residency by Roddie Simmons
In another post they spoke of a language test that was taken to get Brazilian Citizenship, but is not necessary for a Permanent Residency Visa.i am currently working on my Permanent Residency by Spouse Visa.What are the Pros and Cons of Permanent ...
@sprealestatebrokerBonus Points: The stuff I left behind temporarily is in storage in Cranston.Roddie in Retirement🕵🏽 Read More
Brazilian Nationality vs.Permanent Residency by Roddie Simmons
In another post they spoke of a language test that was taken to get Brazilian Citizenship, but is not necessary for a Permanent Residency Visa.i am currently working on my Permanent Residency by Spouse Visa.What are the Pros and Cons of Permanent ...
@sprealestatebroker.Not Bad! It was the first one and since I am throwing all privacy out the window and we already sold the house, we were close to Waterman Ave., though I have seen some Brazilian restaurants and shops on Warren.Roddie in ... Read More
Brazilian Nationality vs.Permanent Residency by Roddie Simmons
In another post they spoke of a language test that was taken to get Brazilian Citizenship, but is not necessary for a Permanent Residency Visa.i am currently working on my Permanent Residency by Spouse Visa.What are the Pros and Cons of Permanent ...
@abthree You always seem to have the best answers! I am fine with the Permanent Residency. My wife really thought ahead. Our daughter is 21. Born in the U.S. When she was 5 MONTHS old, barley able to talk my wife brought her to Brazil, taught her ... 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?
We have Vivo and it is fine most of the time.I had Xfinity in MD. and Cox in RI. They were both awful.Roddie in Retirement 🕵🏽 Read More
Brazilian Nationality vs.Permanent Residency
In another post they spoke of a language test that was taken to get Brazilian Citizenship, but is not necessary for a Permanent Residency Visa.i am currently working on my Permanent Residency by Spouse Visa.What are the Pros and Cons of Permanent ... 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 ...
@Drjmagic, Please, Please, Please come I am the only English Speaker for miles around. First you want to look up Jericocoara on You Tube. That is where the National Park is located.I live in a small village of about 2,500 about a half hour from ... 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 ...
@itoby955 Do you need to take AZUL? I can’t imagine how you could get around this requirement. It just may be easier to bookon an airline without this requirement. 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 ...
@Itoby955My only feedback is my experience taking Simba, my beagle/cocker spaniel from Boston to Jericoacoara. Brazilian red tape is a piece of cake compared to international travel with a live animal.My last leg of the trip was from São ... Read More
Money Transfers by Alstromeria55
Hello. I just joined this group and will be moving to Aracaju, Brazil in less than two months. I will be keeping my bank account in the USA and was wondering about what to do about transferring funds. internatinal wire transfers are expensive. My ...
@abthreeFYI. I only had a CPF, passport and a utility bill, but my Brazilian Wife of 23 years aka “the smartest wife in the world” who had a Bank of Brazil Account opened up a joint account in our names to deposit my money in. It will ... Read More
Money Transfers by Alstromeria55
Hello. I just joined this group and will be moving to Aracaju, Brazil in less than two months. I will be keeping my bank account in the USA and was wondering about what to do about transferring funds. internatinal wire transfers are expensive. My ...
@Alstromeria55I live in Ceará and I collect social security monthly. My monthly money is deposited into PayPal. This money can be transferred into a Brazilian Bank in Brazilian 💰 Their is a set-up on PayPal that is literally one ... Read More
Getting married in Brazil by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Brazil or who are about to get married in Brazil to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Brazil? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
@rraypo. That gets a thumbs up. By the way me and my Brazilian wife opened up a Brazilian Coffeehouse (Aqui Brazilian Coffee) in 2005. My only trip to Portland was to be trained in the art of coffee by Belíssimo.Roddie in ... Read More
Getting married in Brazil by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Brazil or who are about to get married in Brazil to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Brazil? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
@Bardamu I know exactly what you mean, my father married my Brazilian mother when I was about 7. I was always close to my father and I married a Brazilian girl too. First for love, second as a check on helping navigate my fathers connection to ... Read More
Getting married in Brazil by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Brazil or who are about to get married in Brazil to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Brazil? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
@JohnC. Sorry, I plan to go back and read all the posts, but the comment about crime in Brazil stopped me in my tracks. I lived in MD., 22 years with my Brazilian wife before I made the change to live in Northern Brazil at her house for our ... 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 ...
@amsp I can relate to the “yes I heard you but I am not even listening” story. My father passed away in New England leaving the house and property to me and my younger brother. He was the trustee, living in San Francisco organizing etc. ... 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 ...
@sprealestatebroker.I loved your response!I’m kinda lucky, this is not a problem for me. I live in a small village of about 2,500 in northern brazil. We are like the Ewings of Dallas the tv show. We own a lot. Either you work with the big Boss ... Read More
Registering a birth in Brazil by David
Hi, About to have a baby or already had children? Let's share your experience about the paperworks for registering a birth in Brazil. What are the formalities to obtain a birth certificate? What is the procedure to follow if both parents ...
@FelipeLima With the information you have I would actually try to track down your brother first. It seems you would have more luck that way. My wife and her brothers / sisters were NOT born in a hospital. It seems odd that your current parents are ... Read More
Registering a birth in Brazil by David
Hi, About to have a baby or already had children? Let's share your experience about the paperworks for registering a birth in Brazil. What are the formalities to obtain a birth certificate? What is the procedure to follow if both parents ...
James,I second the comment about staying around as a knowledgable member of the forum.I represent the rural expats. My Brazilian wife and almost half a dozen brothers and sisters were several years old before a hospital or cartório were ... Read More
Registering a birth in Brazil by David
Hi, About to have a baby or already had children? Let's share your experience about the paperworks for registering a birth in Brazil. What are the formalities to obtain a birth certificate? What is the procedure to follow if both parents ...
James,I second the don’t leave, your too informed post. i represent the Rural Village Expats. My wife’s mother had at least a half dozen children before any hospital or Cartório was involved. Some of us do not live in the big ... Read More
New regulations to active SIM cards, CPF now required. by rraypo
Although I have a CPF and CRNM, I was just made aware of changes to government regulations as to activating cell phone SIM cards. It seems that after running a pilot program, Brazil is now once again requiring users to have a CPF to activate SIM ...
Thanx for the post. Learn something new every day. When I first came to Brazil a few months ago, my Brazilian wife of 20+ years took me to a cellphone store to get a SIM for my What’s App number. We didn’t have any problem, so I spoke to ... Read More
Your year 2022 by Mickael
Hello everyone, Every year, our lives are punctuated by events, twists and turns and all sorts of unexpected things. Local and international news has inevitably had an impact on your life and your projects in Brazil in one way or another. As ...
Is There a Brazilian Expat Podcast?Roddie in Retirement🕵🏽 Read More
Your year 2022 by Mickael
Hello everyone, Every year, our lives are punctuated by events, twists and turns and all sorts of unexpected things. Local and international news has inevitably had an impact on your life and your projects in Brazil in one way or another. As ...
Michael, I am not a political guy, but it struck me when I heard about the unrest in Brasilia, living now in far Northern Brazil that when I was in MD. In the United States I was only a few miles from Washington, DC on January 6th.Roddie in ... 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 ...
@Bhavna I imagine you have read all the reply’s so I have to ask WHY would you do it in the first place. Is it a classic? Do they not make this model in Brazil? Of course if money is no object you would also need to find someone in Brazil to ... 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 ...
@Texanbrazil Got my CPF that way. 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 ...
Most of my family is Brazilian and visiting family has always brought a suitcase or two of extra presents, stuff with them so there is no need to ship most of the time.Roddie in Retirement🕵🏽 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 ...
@Texanbrazil fyi, Just accidentally bought from Amazon America vs. Amazon Brazil in the Christmas rush and I am scheduled for a DHL sign and deliver for Tuesday. Can’t get any smaller than us with only 2,000+ in Northeastern BrazilRoddie in ... Read More
Your year 2022 by Mickael
Hello everyone, Every year, our lives are punctuated by events, twists and turns and all sorts of unexpected things. Local and international news has inevitably had an impact on your life and your projects in Brazil in one way or another. As ...
@Mickael, Thanx for asking. I am in my early 60’s and the last 23 years I spent with my Brazilian wife at my home in MD. Now the rest of my time I am spending with my wife in her home in a small 2,000+ population village in northern Brazil ... Read More
Problems with paying in stores with international cards by ltoby955
Has anyone managed to resolve the problem with debit and credit card machines in stores and restaurants here? The machine doesn't recognise the cards and yet they atm's do. My partner is worried about me carrying cash and she ends up using her card ...
@ltoby955 I am sure she has a good reason for not wanting to carry cash. After my last credit card scam where they (probably a grocery store) used it to withdraw money from a Rio ATM when I live far north of Fortaleza, I am cash only. If something ... 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 ...
@rnbtg That sounds about what I am experiencing. 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
@Yoginee Good Point! Naik, please Tell us more about your trip: Why, Where, When, Who (going solo?)Roddie in Retirement🕵🏽 Read More
Brazilian Bank Account by roddiesho
I need to open a Brazilian Bank Account (recommendations welcome). i am living permanentlywith my Brazilian wife and my Brazilian second mother in Ceara. I do not have any Brazilian credentials yet.What will I need? Thanx,Roddie in Retirement. ...
@abthree Thanx, I live with my Brazilian wife but would like to build my own house next door in about six months. Currently I have an up to date drivers license and passport. I have been here since October 6th. I do not remember getting a visa. I am ... Read More
Brazilian Bank Account by roddiesho
I need to open a Brazilian Bank Account (recommendations welcome). i am living permanentlywith my Brazilian wife and my Brazilian second mother in Ceara. I do not have any Brazilian credentials yet.What will I need? Thanx,Roddie in Retirement. ...
@abthree Great Information!🕵🏽 Read More
Moving to Brazil with pets from USA! by rc206
Does anyone have info on moving to Brazil with pets that has moved in the last year! I am waiting on my viper visa.If approved.I will be moving to Brazil with my two dogs.They will fly with me from Miami to Fortaleza .One dog will be with me on the ...
i am literally working on my booking now. I have learned that it is almost impossible to travel with your checked pet as opposed to your cabin pet. You cannot book your checked pet until within 10 days after you get your health certificate. Also ... Read More