ibdegen
American looking for information about Brazil
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Speaks I am a native English speaker and I am studying Portuguese. I studied French and Spanish in the past.
Registration: 28 September 2022
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Documents For Brazilian Retirement Visa etc. by Mark Blonde
So I just got back from a 3 week trip to São Paulo and surroundings and definitely want to retire there. I'm a little over whelmed with the visa requirements. I know I have everything needed to be granted the visa, but I'm confused on the ...
@Mark BlondeIn my opinion you should apply to the Federal Police in Brasil instead of a consolate in LA. I have a great attorney in SP who facilitated my retirement visa. She can answer all of your questions and get the job done. She has all the US ... Read More
Prescription Eyeglasses by alan279
I need new prescription eyeglasses. The myriad local optical shops' prices seem high to me. Anyone have a recommendation for an optical shop? What about the online shops?Thanks for any advice.Alan
@alan279 Were these Zenni glasses? I have the Zennis I brought from California. I looked at the site and didn't see any mention of shipping to Brasil. What am I missing? If not Zenni, would you please share who the Chinese vendor is? TIA. Read More
US Phone Number by alan279
Google just terminated my virtual phone number. Where can I get a new US phone number?
@alan279 I have my US phone number with unlimited roaming in all of Latin America from AT&T, including unlimited data, voice, etc. It also includes free HBO. Not the cheapest option, though. Read More
Brazil Green Energy by alan279
Brazil's energy supply is primarily from renewable energy sources: hydro, solar and wind.Why aren't there more electric cars and busses in Brazil?Alan
@alan279 I see lots of electric cars here in Niteroi. Mostly Chinese, e.g., BYD, and also Volvo. Read More
How Long Did It Take to Get Your CRNM? Recent Data Points Please! by Latam Expat
Hi all. There's a wealth of information on how to get any number of processes done in Brazil on this forum, including applying for residency, for instance on the basis of family reunion. However, how long this application is currently taking has ...
FWIW, It has been close to three months and I am still waiting to hear about my plastic CRMN card. Read More
Looking for Recommendation for lawyer in Rio de Janeiro by CariocaNY
Hi Folks:I am looking for a recommendation for a lawyer in the city of Rio- preferably a generalist.Thanks in advance
I can highly recommend Amorim Law Firm. I believe they have an office in Rio. Read More
This is for US citizens my question by NewBrazil
USA Marco Rubio just rejected all of the Head of Brazilian Superior Court Judge Visa to the USA along with his other colleagues and family members. My concern is will this Judge who does seem to run the Country retaliate. He could by rejecting all ...
@NewBrazil I feel your concern. At the moment, using the rejection of visas as punishment is targeted against the judges because the Trump regime believes that US visas are so cherished that the judges will expunge the charges against Bolsonaro ... Read More
Road safety in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Brazil as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Brazil, whether ...
Here in the state of Rio de Janeiro it seems drivers view stop signs, traffic lights and other traffic control devices as mere suggestions lol. Oh, and as for speed bumps, in Cabo Frio they are called montanhas, and rightly so. 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 ...
My dentist here in Niteroi, who is first rate, quoted me R$2500 for an implant. Read More
Has anyone thought about Brazil as a medical destination by NewBrazil
I been working with a local lawyer. We been discussing how cheap Dental, Eye Glass and exams, Hearing Aids cost and just general care. Also certain cities are very supportive of outdoor activities for those who like to run or bike. For example there ...
@NewBrazil Not everything is cheaper in Brasil. Eyeglass lenses, for example, are many times more expensive here than in the USA. I haven't compared prices, but I shopped for hearing aids here and they are very expensive, too. Read More
Wise Multi-Currency Debit Card by Peter Itamaraca
This may be of interest: I recently applied for a Wise Multi-Currency Brazilian Debit Card. On to this I have loaded a bunch of BRL, but have also registered it for use with US$, GBP and Euros for travel purposes. As the exchange rates move in my ...
BTW, my net transfer USD -> Reais is greater using Remitly than it is with Wise. Read More
Wise Multi-Currency Debit Card by Peter Itamaraca
This may be of interest: I recently applied for a Wise Multi-Currency Brazilian Debit Card. On to this I have loaded a bunch of BRL, but have also registered it for use with US$, GBP and Euros for travel purposes. As the exchange rates move in my ...
9% sounds too good to be true. I checked my Wise app and the Wise web site and I saw no mention of it. What am I missing? Read More
Why Not Wear Flip-Flops in Brazil? by Pablo888
For the fashionistas of the group - why not wear flip flops? I have been "warned" not to wear flip flops on my Rio visit. Why?I do not like wearing flip flops - I prefer clogs - but why is it not fashionable to wear flip flops? There are a great ...
I love my flip-flops. I wear them everywhere, weather permitting. Read More
SUS for Dummies by alan279
I need to learn what services SUS offers and how to navigate the bureaucracy. Can anyone point me to a "SUS for Dummies"?Thanks.Alan
@alan279 Glad to hear things are going well. Cipro will kill every bug. I did a 30 day course. Turns out there's good bacteria that helps lubricate the joints. Cipro did them in and I couldn't even put on or button a shirt without help. It's good ... Read More
SUS for Dummies by alan279
I need to learn what services SUS offers and how to navigate the bureaucracy. Can anyone point me to a "SUS for Dummies"?Thanks.Alan
@Alan279 Boa sorte! Read More