ExpatUSATravels
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Travel to Brasil via 1 way Cruise (Docs needed) ? by ExpatUSATravels
Hi All,I know when jumping on a plane to brazil its simple, I just show my passport and Brasil residence card to be allowed on the plane.On the Cruise site it states eVisa for Brasil is now needed for being able to board the ship.Although I know ...
@Gasparzinho 777Barcelona Read More
Travel to Brasil via 1 way Cruise (Docs needed) ? by ExpatUSATravels
Hi All,I know when jumping on a plane to brazil its simple, I just show my passport and Brasil residence card to be allowed on the plane.On the Cruise site it states eVisa for Brasil is now needed for being able to board the ship.Although I know ...
@Gasparzinho 777Left Brasil by plane in 2024.ReturningTo Brasil by boat end of 2024 from Europe. Read More
Travel to Brasil via 1 way Cruise (Docs needed) ? by ExpatUSATravels
Hi All,I know when jumping on a plane to brazil its simple, I just show my passport and Brasil residence card to be allowed on the plane.On the Cruise site it states eVisa for Brasil is now needed for being able to board the ship.Although I know ...
@Gasparzinho 777I've never had problems by air either.Just a delay from ticket agent printing me a boarding pass, because they did not know what the strange looking Brazilian card was I handed them. Lol Read More
Travel to Brasil via 1 way Cruise (Docs needed) ? by ExpatUSATravels
Hi All,I know when jumping on a plane to brazil its simple, I just show my passport and Brasil residence card to be allowed on the plane.On the Cruise site it states eVisa for Brasil is now needed for being able to board the ship.Although I know ...
@Peter ItamaracaHi Peter.I'm not really concerned what happens after I'm on the ship. I know that will be fine.I'm just wondering how easy it will be for them to let me on the ship.Do you remember which company you cruised on? Read More
Travel to Brasil via 1 way Cruise (Docs needed) ?
Hi All,I know when jumping on a plane to brazil its simple, I just show my passport and Brasil residence card to be allowed on the plane.On the Cruise site it states eVisa for Brasil is now needed for being able to board the ship.Although I know ... Read More
CapitalOne360 or Charles Schwab ATM Debit for cash & POS ? by seinfo3
I think I have narrowed it down to 2 US banks, CapitolOne360 Checking/Debit Mastercard OR Charles Schwab High Yield Investor Checking/Debit Visa card.They both seem to offer international ATM cash withdrawals without ATM fees or currency exchange ...
@seinfo3Yes I use Schwab for a about 3 years now only for ATM withdrawals.Have used them in Mexico and now finally in Brazil.Wonderful experience.You get 100% of the local ATM fee machine charge back the following month.My example was R$20 ($4 USD ... Read More
Extraordinary Naturalization (15 yrs) by ExpatUSATravels
Hello Everyone,Does anyone have details not mentioned on the Federal Police's website about when the clock starts to tick for the 15 years to become naturalized in Brasil for the extraordinary category?Does it (a) start from the time someone enters ...
@Nomad MundoThis is great to know. As life is full of surprises good and bad with nice and mean people.I ran into many of both.When dealing with immigration and customs it is always important to get a friendly decent one of the humans. :) Read More
Cheddar Cheese in Brasil? by alan279
Anyone know where I can buy cheddar cheese in Brazil?Thanks for any advice.Alan
@alan279In a pinch you can always look for the liquid cheddar in most grocery stores here. They sell it in a squeezable bag. If it is the flavor you are basic flavor you are looking for, it should suffice.Just know it wont taste like the sharp taste ... Read More
It's good to be "old" in Rio......kkkkkk by GuestPoster376
Lei 7.916/2018 was changed yesterday to now reflect the age for preferential senior citizen rights in the state of RJ from 60 down to 57.......I am 57......Can't wait to park in a shopping mall now........heh.In addition to which you get to use the ...
@Gasparzinho 777I guess many of us here are over the hill now.Feel special yet? hahaI know about the 50% off movie tickets, but you mentioned free transit?Can you drop a note one day about the transit?Thanks Read More
Extraordinary Naturalization (15 yrs) by ExpatUSATravels
Hello Everyone,Does anyone have details not mentioned on the Federal Police's website about when the clock starts to tick for the 15 years to become naturalized in Brasil for the extraordinary category?Does it (a) start from the time someone enters ...
@Nomad Mundo Very nice, glad to hear this.Sounds easy enough. Read More
Extraordinary Naturalization (15 yrs) by ExpatUSATravels
Hello Everyone,Does anyone have details not mentioned on the Federal Police's website about when the clock starts to tick for the 15 years to become naturalized in Brasil for the extraordinary category?Does it (a) start from the time someone enters ...
@jonesioWow, thanks for all that info!Too bad Canada is not on this list, would have saved you a lot of time.So as far as bills to prove residence, did they ask for each month of electric bills for example?That would be 12 bills per year x15 years? ... Read More
Extraordinary Naturalization (15 yrs) by ExpatUSATravels
Hello Everyone,Does anyone have details not mentioned on the Federal Police's website about when the clock starts to tick for the 15 years to become naturalized in Brasil for the extraordinary category?Does it (a) start from the time someone enters ...
@jonesioThis is great. I know that certain countries' only requirement is that you hold a residency for example for usually about 10 to 15 years, without losing it, and they seem very flexible with no other big rules. This should be the way the ... Read More
Extraordinary Naturalization (15 yrs) by ExpatUSATravels
Hello Everyone,Does anyone have details not mentioned on the Federal Police's website about when the clock starts to tick for the 15 years to become naturalized in Brasil for the extraordinary category?Does it (a) start from the time someone enters ...
@jonesioThis is good news. Not only did I find someone in this group, that has experience with this extraordinary application,it appears that you are well into the process with good results so far it appears. How much longer until you complete the ... Read More
Extraordinary Naturalization (15 yrs) by ExpatUSATravels
Hello Everyone,Does anyone have details not mentioned on the Federal Police's website about when the clock starts to tick for the 15 years to become naturalized in Brasil for the extraordinary category?Does it (a) start from the time someone enters ...
@abthreeThanks for the link I will have to read through that page.Where did you find about 90 days out of Brasil "possibly" breaking continuity? I am interested in any specifics as you mentioned about being out of the country.However it am guessing ... Read More
Extraordinary Naturalization (15 yrs) by ExpatUSATravels
Hello Everyone,Does anyone have details not mentioned on the Federal Police's website about when the clock starts to tick for the 15 years to become naturalized in Brasil for the extraordinary category?Does it (a) start from the time someone enters ...
@Gasparzinho 777 --- thanks. This is also what I was thinking, and it makes sense, but, since I did not see any details on the Fed website I thought I should ask here.... Read More
Extraordinary Naturalization (15 yrs)
Hello Everyone,Does anyone have details not mentioned on the Federal Police's website about when the clock starts to tick for the 15 years to become naturalized in Brasil for the extraordinary category?Does it (a) start from the time someone enters ... Read More
Just Quick Note - Santander Bank BR was Successful! by ExpatUSATravels
It was the only bank so far out of Banco do Brasil, ITAU, Santander that worked to get BRL cash from ATM>I will stick with Santander from now on. They are the only one so far that allowed me to pull cash from a USA (plus system) checking ...
@abthree Thanks.... and wow that is so weird that you think all other banks are now blocking my card except SANT.I doubt that is true - but ya never know. It may very well be the case. I will try a few more banks in the future like incl Caxia.So ... Read More
Just Quick Note - Santander Bank BR was Successful!
It was the only bank so far out of Banco do Brasil, ITAU, Santander that worked to get BRL cash from ATM>I will stick with Santander from now on. They are the only one so far that allowed me to pull cash from a USA (plus system) checking ... Read More
PLUS System banks in Brasil?
Hey which banks in Brasil use the plus system for ATM machines? I did not see the logos of Plus advertised today on any machines. Read More
ATM Machine Fees in Brasil? by ExpatUSATravels
I did a test today to see if I could take money from ATMs in Brasil.I tried Banco do Brasil --- nothing - would not let me.Then I tried ITAU - same thing. It just spun in circles and said wait a moment. Then finally I tried Santander - it seemed ...
@rocade Yes I agree. I always decline the conversion fees which are downright stupid. They are so high. My bank will handle the mid market world rate and then I think visa or mastercard whichever debit card you use will charge you "always" about ... Read More
ATM Machine Fees in Brasil?
I did a test today to see if I could take money from ATMs in Brasil.I tried Banco do Brasil --- nothing - would not let me.Then I tried ITAU - same thing. It just spun in circles and said wait a moment. Then finally I tried Santander - it seemed ... Read More
Medical diagnostic tests costs Brasil?
Anyone know of a website that gives average prices of various tests in Brasil such as EKG and others?Thanks. Read More
Teresopolis contacts by PrimeSuspect
Hi. My name is Glyn. I moved from the UK to Spain in 2003 and then a year later to Brazil. I lived in Rio for two years, Praia da Bica - Jardim Guanabara, before settling in Teresopolis. This December I will have been married to my Brazilian wife ...
@sprealestatebroker No music is greater than the 60s-70s "for me".I love the old songs from Brasil, US, Canada, and UK from back then.Especially Brasil and USA, Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere? by ExpatUSATravels
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more...
@edrosamond Good idea. I will have to check. Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere? by ExpatUSATravels
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more...
@bolinho_expat Great idea. Will look for either a mini strong food processor or nut butter machine as mentioned in other post. Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere? by ExpatUSATravels
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more...
@Peter Itamaraca who gets the job of cleaning the sticky mess out of the blender?I'd like to get a nut/butter machine tool.I used to have a champion blender years ago in the usa, and they have attachents to make nut butter. Very nice.Maybe i will ... Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere? by ExpatUSATravels
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more...
@abthree yes i totally undetstand about how great maple syrup is. I like it too.I guess some things we just must pay more and sometimes a lot more for in Brasil.That is life and how the planet works.Its just sad that in Mexico i can buy 1 liter ... Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere? by ExpatUSATravels
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more...
@Peter Itamaraca thanks for link. Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere? by ExpatUSATravels
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more...
@abthree wow more than R$70 avg per jar maple. Id rather use honey then. lol.My point is that some places in BR charge double for same item same size.Cheese from other countries like Netherlands Gouda.Yes Amazon Prime is good free shipping. Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere? by ExpatUSATravels
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more...
@ExpatUSATravelsThanks everyone. It seems that I now have to turn to shopping online.And I alsonow know why they don't sell it in grocery stores here. lol.Do they think Almond butter is a specialty item?Interesting how certain items bring a premium ... Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere?
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more... Read More
Noise laws/rules Cities in Brasil by ExpatUSATravels
Hello everyone,Does anyone know how to check on noise rules for my city in Brasil?There is construction across the street new building and some days it seems a bit early for metal rods and hammering in a residential area.Any info would be very ...
@abthree wow great!Thanks so much!!! Read More
Notaries in Brasil for USA docs? by ExpatUSATravels
Is it possible for someone that has a USA citizenship or USA green card to that lives in Brasil most of the time to get something legally done for USA while in Brasil? Example, needing to get a power of attorney done for USA stuff while in Brasil. ...
@abthreethanks for the quick answer.This is for my relative who is a Brasil citizen and USA permanent resident.They are living now in Rio area about 45 minutes from the US consulate in Rio de Janeiro. I hope the Rio consulate can do stuff like ... Read More
Notaries in Brasil for USA docs?
Is it possible for someone that has a USA citizenship or USA green card to that lives in Brasil most of the time to get something legally done for USA while in Brasil? Example, needing to get a power of attorney done for USA stuff while in Brasil. ... Read More
Noise laws/rules Cities in Brasil
Hello everyone,Does anyone know how to check on noise rules for my city in Brasil?There is construction across the street new building and some days it seems a bit early for metal rods and hammering in a residential area.Any info would be very ... Read More
2 quick questions on e-sim and tv channels by Cserebogar
I'm from Canada. I don't want to pay $75/month to keep my cell. Does anyone know of an e-sim that will alow you to get texts for getting bank and app codes??Secondly, does sky satellite there get any american tv channels since i want ...
@Cserebogar oh one little kink i had to work out.On rare occasions you will need to order a special RSA device from banks. It gives you 2FA 6 digit code that refreshes every 30 seconds or so. You can use it worldwide and the battery lasts about 5 ... Read More
2 quick questions on e-sim and tv channels by Cserebogar
I'm from Canada. I don't want to pay $75/month to keep my cell. Does anyone know of an e-sim that will alow you to get texts for getting bank and app codes??Secondly, does sky satellite there get any american tv channels since i want ...
@CserebogarYes. I use a virtual USA/Canada phone number exactly for this purpose. I pay $3 per month which includes unlimited text messages, unlimited chat by text in app of your choice, and 120 minutes voice talk to Canada, USA per month. I can ... Read More
RIO TOURIST POLICE by Nomad Mundo
I was robbed for my credit card and I went to this police station at LABLON.. The agent was extremely rude and pathetically mannered man and he won't let me talk. He blamed me that foreigners come to Rio to get robbed. He was using fake English ...
@Nomad Mundoyou are not alone.I was insulted by a clerk at the PF.I was surprised at their attitude.I guess some people think that if they are given a job that serves the public that they can say or do what they want to people.Never ever did I see ... Read More
RIO TOURIST POLICE by Nomad Mundo
I was robbed for my credit card and I went to this police station at LABLON.. The agent was extremely rude and pathetically mannered man and he won't let me talk. He blamed me that foreigners come to Rio to get robbed. He was using fake English ...
As MikeHunter mentioned."The first thing you should do if your credit or debit card is either lost or stolen is to contact the issuer so it can be cancelled. That will save you from having to deal with fraudulent charges, plus will cause the card ... Read More
Indeterminado ! by ExpatUSATravels
Finally.
@ExpatUSATravels sorry I meant to say the letter "o" for the word indeterminado is missing 80% on the front of card. Read More
Indeterminado ! by ExpatUSATravels
Finally.
@abthree Thanks.FYI, the words in red inderminado is 80% missing on front of card.But on back is fine.the o on front looks like an i.thanks for encouragement for going in person to pick it up.The person there who gave the card to me reluctantly, was ... Read More
If you have permanent residency here in Brazil by NewBrazil
I was wondering if you have permanent residency in Brazil. If your passport expires I am from the US. Since I don’t have to renew my residency here in Brazil. Has anyone had this experience you don’t need to renew your passport to live ...
@John Fentonhmmm. So my new card that i just applied for at the end of march which is due to arrive any day now will be blue and will not expire since i was 60 when applying for a renewal, even though the Federal Police agent that prcessed mine told ... Read More
Teresopolis contacts by PrimeSuspect
Hi. My name is Glyn. I moved from the UK to Spain in 2003 and then a year later to Brazil. I lived in Rio for two years, Praia da Bica - Jardim Guanabara, before settling in Teresopolis. This December I will have been married to my Brazilian wife ...
Oh very nice. Read More
Renewing Temp Residency as dependent of spouse of Family Union by ExpatUSATravels
Hey everyone,Can I renew my 2 year temp visa by myself without my spouse going with me?I ask because I got temp residency thru my spouse being a temp resident.Spouse went with me during my original appointnent when receiving my first temp card, but ...
@alleycat1 not able to do less than 4 yrs because spouse is not a mexican national.can one get an appt 45 days before expiration? Read More
PF Says 2 Months PR Card Ready? by ExpatUSATravels
And they're supposed to email me when its ready to be picked up.But I've heard they dont always follow up by email as promised by the end of 2 months.My question now is, is there a way to contact them without going physically all the way down ...
@rraypo Then this is a crap airline.With latin american names being very long sometimes I was told by American Airlines (I believe it was) that dont worry about the spaces in very long names in order to book tickets. They said that if 2 or more of ... Read More
Renewing Temp Residency as dependent of spouse of Family Union by ExpatUSATravels
Hey everyone,Can I renew my 2 year temp visa by myself without my spouse going with me?I ask because I got temp residency thru my spouse being a temp resident.Spouse went with me during my original appointnent when receiving my first temp card, but ...
@drgresidencyThanks for all the great answers. I will translate that website link to English later tonight, but in the meantime I think you will be more clear than any Mexican official site will be.Sorry to bother you or sound like an idiot, but I ... Read More
Renewing Temp Residency as dependent of spouse of Family Union by ExpatUSATravels
Hey everyone,Can I renew my 2 year temp visa by myself without my spouse going with me?I ask because I got temp residency thru my spouse being a temp resident.Spouse went with me during my original appointnent when receiving my first temp card, but ...
@drgresidency When you say "on the letters" do you mean the renewal forms that need to be filled out?I would love to see which papers need to be filled out by me for my renewal. Read More
Renewing Temp Residency as dependent of spouse of Family Union by ExpatUSATravels
Hey everyone,Can I renew my 2 year temp visa by myself without my spouse going with me?I ask because I got temp residency thru my spouse being a temp resident.Spouse went with me during my original appointnent when receiving my first temp card, but ...
@drgresidencyThanks.And what is apoyo moral?Plus I've heard that there are no more appointments done online in the city we live in, in Mexico.So I'm assuming that spouse must be present for office visit to set the appointment.Or else how can they ... Read More
bugs in Mexico by travellight
In a recent post someone had questions about bugs they might encounter in Mexico. This sort of seems like a subject people just don't talk about much if at all. Sort of like the weird uncle you don't want to admit you have. We really need ...
@travellight dont know about the blood type thing you mentioned.I have blood type A, and am the only person in a group of 3-10 people getting mosquito bites always.Suggestions from my past experiences include: do not sweat (if so shower ... Read More
Renewing Temp Residency as dependent of spouse of Family Union
Hey everyone,Can I renew my 2 year temp visa by myself without my spouse going with me?I ask because I got temp residency thru my spouse being a temp resident.Spouse went with me during my original appointnent when receiving my first temp card, but ... Read More
PF Says 2 Months PR Card Ready? by ExpatUSATravels
And they're supposed to email me when its ready to be picked up.But I've heard they dont always follow up by email as promised by the end of 2 months.My question now is, is there a way to contact them without going physically all the way down ...
@abthreeWow, :)Yes watch like a hawk.better yet 2 hawks. Read More
Places for Reitrees to move in Brazil by sprealestatebroker
Responding to a Ken Aquarius specific request. it's a long and elaborate one,Would you mind if l asked your opinion about buying a home in Brazil? I am also going to retire soon. April of 2023 to be exact. My wife is from Rio and l have been to ...
@devorahmichaela excellent points made and tips.I hope everone follows your advice.I think this shoukd be the same for 80% of countries world wide.And this is why I prefer apartment life, except for the noise if barking dogs and construction / ... Read More
Teresopolis contacts by PrimeSuspect
Hi. My name is Glyn. I moved from the UK to Spain in 2003 and then a year later to Brazil. I lived in Rio for two years, Praia da Bica - Jardim Guanabara, before settling in Teresopolis. This December I will have been married to my Brazilian wife ...
@PrimeSuspect Are you still in Tere or did you move? Read More
Banco do Brasil ATM by bepmoht
I spend the majority of my time in Pancas ES a tiny town where the “ONLY” Bank is Banco do Brasil. So, for 20 years I’ve always used my TD BANK card for cash withdrawals without issue. Yesterday I tried using it at every ATM at the ...
@bepmohtoh yeah sorry, i forgot u said TD bank.It is strange that if ATM has the plus symbol and your card does also then it doesnt work. Maybe your new next card will work.I had banco Itau a few years ago but closed that account when leaving ... Read More
PF Says 2 Months PR Card Ready? by ExpatUSATravels
And they're supposed to email me when its ready to be picked up.But I've heard they dont always follow up by email as promised by the end of 2 months.My question now is, is there a way to contact them without going physically all the way down ...
@abthreeThanks for the encouragenent to go.I will probably go first week in May.As for my email they have, its "petfect" (look at my honest typo).So funny. I did not plan it.I say this because they sent me an email to confirm my first appointment ... Read More
Banco do Brasil ATM by bepmoht
I spend the majority of my time in Pancas ES a tiny town where the “ONLY” Bank is Banco do Brasil. So, for 20 years I’ve always used my TD BANK card for cash withdrawals without issue. Yesterday I tried using it at every ATM at the ...
@bepmohtIm curious to hear if others had the same issue using USA debit cards in Banco do Brasil ATMs to withdraw cash.This is a terrible thing that happened to you, and especially that there are no other banks to try in your area.Suggestion maybe ... Read More
PF Says 2 Months PR Card Ready?
And they're supposed to email me when its ready to be picked up.But I've heard they dont always follow up by email as promised by the end of 2 months.My question now is, is there a way to contact them without going physically all the way down ... 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!
@abthree I'm thinking about the same as you, to weigh all silver coins, bars etc.If gold jewelry is treated as personal property then I doubt id worry about any jewelry, including diamond rings bracelets, etc.I'm considering buying some old worn ... Read More
Has anyone ever got a permanent residency from Mexico by NewBrazil
I was just think since the requirements are changing for Brazilian to go to Mexico. Since I am a US citizens can qualify for residency in Mexico. I would like to see if both myself and my Brazilian wife could get a permanent residency for Mexico. I ...
@NewBrazil whatever you do, if you ever decide to pay somone to help you get residency, if in the Playa del Carmen town of Mexico, "never" use a lady named Teresa. Many people had problems with her, and lost lots of money. Read More
Has anyone ever got a permanent residency from Mexico by NewBrazil
I was just think since the requirements are changing for Brazilian to go to Mexico. Since I am a US citizens can qualify for residency in Mexico. I would like to see if both myself and my Brazilian wife could get a permanent residency for Mexico. I ...
@NewBrazilI recommend the same as abthree said.I also will send u links to helpful mexican blog pages about this.Perm redidency in Mexico has intense (high) financial requirements.You can apply from abroad.But not sure if you must be in your hone ... Read More
If you have permanent residency here in Brazil by NewBrazil
I was wondering if you have permanent residency in Brazil. If your passport expires I am from the US. Since I don’t have to renew my residency here in Brazil. Has anyone had this experience you don’t need to renew your passport to live ...
I would think just resid card if traveling from Brasil to Brasil.but u should check first.plus always renew or get a new your passport, ya never know when u will need to travel intl or back home. Read More
Shipping Amazon Prime USA/BRL by ExpatUSATravels
Hey people.Just wondering, if the remainder of USA Amazon Prime can be used in Brasil.Only concerned with "shipping."Example ship from Amazon Brasil to Brasil only, using already paid for prime membership from USA?Or must the person buy a prime ...
@abthree ok will do. Read More
Shipping Amazon Prime USA/BRL by ExpatUSATravels
Hey people.Just wondering, if the remainder of USA Amazon Prime can be used in Brasil.Only concerned with "shipping."Example ship from Amazon Brasil to Brasil only, using already paid for prime membership from USA?Or must the person buy a prime ...
@abthree i think they may have changed it.we signed into the BR site using our USA account and usa email.but not sure if can order prime shipping. Will have to try i guess. Read More
Shipping Amazon Prime USA/BRL
Hey people.Just wondering, if the remainder of USA Amazon Prime can be used in Brasil.Only concerned with "shipping."Example ship from Amazon Brasil to Brasil only, using already paid for prime membership from USA?Or must the person buy a prime ... Read More
Farewell to Texanbrazil, Brazil Advisor by abthree
It is my deep sorrow to inform you that our colleague and friend here on the site, and my good friend in Real Life, Texanbrazil, passed away this morning after a long illness. Tex joined Expat in February of 2018, and enjoyed helping ...
So sorry to hear. My condolences, to all family and friends. Read More
Learn Portuguese fast? Apply for Citizenship? by ExpatUSATravels
Any suggestions to learn Portuguese,the:Fastesteasiestcheapest ways?
@abthree yes, bad news about the 15 years. Read More
TIM Cell Top Up Plan - how long allowed to keep phone #? by ExpatUSATravels
Hello,Anyone know how long you can keep your TIM phone number after not topping off Reis to your account?I'm wondering if after 12 months or 3 months for example the phone number will not work anymore on your SIM card?This is an important question ...
@sprealestatebroker i understand your reply, but that has nothing to do with my question. lol.thanks for the heads up tho... Read More
International Calls & Texts Advice for US, Canada
For US and Canadian residents, when traveling abroad, I highly recommend a VOIP phone number that can work on all devices using XMPP protocol.You can choose a company and plan that suits your needs. Then install a free app to make/receive calls and ... Read More
TIM Cell Top Up Plan - how long allowed to keep phone #?
@nasrikhalid186 this post was for a cellular provider question.If I were you I would post your question in the main forum. Read More
Maintaining US phone while in Brazil by rnbtg
Does anyone have a solution for texts and using a us cell phone while in Brazil? I ported to google voice but can’t receive or make calls for some reason. Lots of banks and stuff use your phone number. I’ve found some work around via ...
@rnbtg The best solution I could find for "all" of my telecom needs is this.1) To phone back to USA I use a XMPP protocol. It is the most up to date, quality, secure, and cheapest VOIP phone number you can get with the company I use.I can send you a ... Read More
TIM Cell Top Up Plan - how long allowed to keep phone #?
Hello,Anyone know how long you can keep your TIM phone number after not topping off Reis to your account?I'm wondering if after 12 months or 3 months for example the phone number will not work anymore on your SIM card?This is an important question ... Read More
Learn Portuguese fast? Apply for Citizenship? by ExpatUSATravels
Any suggestions to learn Portuguese,the:Fastesteasiestcheapest ways?
@sprealestatebroker thanks for the tips, and great list of soaps!!!! Read More
Over age 60 PR Card rules? by ExpatUSATravels
According to a quote from the brazil business. "Foreign holders of permanent visas, who have participated in previous re-registration and who had completed 60 years old before the expiration date of the note or who are disabled are exempt from the ...
@rraypo so the age is 60 then, correct? Read More
Over age 60 PR Card rules? by ExpatUSATravels
According to a quote from the brazil business. "Foreign holders of permanent visas, who have participated in previous re-registration and who had completed 60 years old before the expiration date of the note or who are disabled are exempt from the ...
@dalezuk i thought the age was 60 not 65?So it updates automatically in the computer system?So after hitting 65 the card that has an expiration date of let's say 2030 can be used at a foreign airport to travel to Brasil in 2031 even though expired? ... Read More
Learn Portuguese fast? Apply for Citizenship? by ExpatUSATravels
Any suggestions to learn Portuguese,the:Fastesteasiestcheapest ways?
@abthree high school level. Oh man. That could take me 8-10 yrs if i apply myself consistantly. Lol.Oh well.As for the 15 yr language waiver can a person live in brasil as a PR 2 yrs, then out of country 1 yr. Then back in Brasil 3 years, then out a ... Read More
Learn Portuguese fast? Apply for Citizenship? by ExpatUSATravels
Any suggestions to learn Portuguese,the:Fastesteasiestcheapest ways?
@ExpatUSATravels thanks for the answer once again.sounds extremely difficult to learn an expert level of Portuguese in order to achieve naturalization. Could take years it sounds like to be good enough to pass the test. Read More
Over age 60 PR Card rules? by ExpatUSATravels
According to a quote from the brazil business. "Foreign holders of permanent visas, who have participated in previous re-registration and who had completed 60 years old before the expiration date of the note or who are disabled are exempt from the ...
@abthree wow, thanks.that was a mouthful!!! Read More
Learn Portuguese fast? Apply for Citizenship?
Any suggestions to learn Portuguese,the:Fastesteasiestcheapest ways? Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23 The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
@Drjmagic exactly.why should they.olympics were done in Brasil years ago. Read More
Over age 60 PR Card rules?
According to a quote from the brazil business. "Foreign holders of permanent visas, who have participated in previous re-registration and who had completed 60 years old before the expiration date of the note or who are disabled are exempt from the ... Read More
Yes it is True. Now $10K USD in & out of Brasil by ExpatUSATravels
Federal Revenue updates passenger customs control rules The new control limit for cash in and out of the country is increased from R$10,000 to US$10,000.Translated into English.Taken from ...
@jonesio it has been posted on gov site that it would take effect on Dec 30th 2022.But i doubt hardly anyone knows about this really big news.That is why i thought i should post a message here about it. Read More
Yes it is True. Now $10K USD in & out of Brasil
Federal Revenue updates passenger customs control rules The new control limit for cash in and out of the country is increased from R$10,000 to US$10,000.Translated into English.Taken from ... Read More
$$ From BRL to USD in Brasil, Why? by ExpatUSATravels
Could this acutally be true?They no longer recognize the BRL in monetary / cash of R$ 10,000 but now using USD instead at airports and or ports. Here is a link from a Brazilian website. Says in 2023 new rules, new law.Link 1 ...
@sprealestatebrokerI read the word "enter" also.so, people can now enter Brasil with $10k USD or equivalent it appears.This is huge news.Started Dec 30th, 2022 as far as I read."Limit on Carrying Amounts in Cash. The new law also established the ... Read More
Tavelling to Brazil with precious metals by klausklar
Hello!Does anybody know is it ok to travel to Brazil with some gold and/or silver coins? If yes, what are the limits and is it stated whether they should be in checked luggage or carry on?Grateful for any information!
@rraypo i posted the official links in a brand new post about USD and BRL.enjoy reading.Law # 14.286 / 21I too could not find either until my lawyer showed it to me.I was surprised it is so hard to find online. Read More
$$ From BRL to USD in Brasil, Why?
Could this acutally be true?They no longer recognize the BRL in monetary / cash of R$ 10,000 but now using USD instead at airports and or ports. Here is a link from a Brazilian website. Says in 2023 new rules, new law.Link 1 ... 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!
@rraypodoes Brasil not update important info on their "official" gov websites when changes are made?Example, I heard not too long ago tbey changed the amount of cash coming into Brasil to 10,000 USD equivalent, and NOT BRL anymore.This would be more ... 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!
@klausklar why would you even consider putting valuables in your checked bags? Read More
Picture Link of List required by Policia Federal
Here in the link below is what was given by a front desk person at the Policia Federal. They told us to complete this list.we did all except the requerimento de registro atualizaçāo.please click on link herehttps://imgbox.com/qGqA4UbZand ... Read More
Picture of the mysterious RRA form?
Is this the "Requerimento de Registro Atualizaçāo" form as stated on paper that i need to fill out?Here in the link below is the form i think it might be.Please take look at this picture link.https://imgbox.com/covQ6sjBYou will need to ... Read More
A way to attach a file here?
I found a way to create an URL. Read More
requerimento de registro atualizaço by ExpatUSATravels
Does anyone know what this is?It is listed on paper for me to do.Thanks.
@CherylYes. Good idea.The paper is a list of things that the Federal Police gives you to complete, such as which forms to fill out online.This Requerimento de Registro Acualizaçao appears to be an online form, but I cannont find it online on ... Read More
requerimento de registro atualizaço
Does anyone know what this is?It is listed on paper for me to do.Thanks. Read More
Update: Went to PF Office Rio. by ExpatUSATravels
Just wanted to post an update.Went last week to PF office to get info.Lady told us that I can try to just renew the card but worst case would be they ask me to apply for a new one. She gave us easy instructions to follow and said when done applying ...
@abthree thanks for the process fee info.so it might be better to just get an appointment first before paying any fees.the woman who helped us was telling us to just pay the renewal fee and hope they dont require a whole new P R from scratch at our ... Read More
Update: Went to PF Office Rio. by ExpatUSATravels
Just wanted to post an update.Went last week to PF office to get info.Lady told us that I can try to just renew the card but worst case would be they ask me to apply for a new one. She gave us easy instructions to follow and said when done applying ...
@abthreewell actually it did not work.it would not let us complete the online form due to error.even in the email with protocol # it mentioned the error still. But at least i have a protocol # to try to set a real appointment now, hopefully. ... Read More
Update: Went to PF Office Rio. by ExpatUSATravels
Just wanted to post an update.Went last week to PF office to get info.Lady told us that I can try to just renew the card but worst case would be they ask me to apply for a new one. She gave us easy instructions to follow and said when done applying ...
Thanks,Now the only question I have is, if I am able to pay the R$ 204,77 for the C.I.E. fee what happens if after paying and PF agent tells me that I have to start fresh and reapply for new PR, do I lose the R$204,77 that I already paid, or do they ... Read More
Update: Went to PF Office Rio.
Just wanted to post an update.Went last week to PF office to get info.Lady told us that I can try to just renew the card but worst case would be they ask me to apply for a new one. She gave us easy instructions to follow and said when done applying ... Read More
Where do I pick up my RNE? by acpr
I'm here on a temporary 1-yr residency visa and I went to the PF in Rio in January to get my photo taken and fingerprints done, as well as hand over all the paperwork. They rushed me out at the end and just told me to wait for an email. I never got ...
@acprI take it that email is not one of their strong assets? 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 ...
@KenAquarius I canceled mine after the news. Read More