Peter Itamaraca
English expat in Brazil
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Registration: 08 May 2023
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Vehicle tax/registration by Kurterino
I purchased a used scooter in January ‘25 and registered it in my name, at which point I also paid the tax and/or registration fee. I’m guessing that for 2026 I will have to renew the registration and/or pay the tax for the new year, and ...
@Kurterino In Pernambuco, (and therefore I guess all states), if you go to your state DETRAN website you can download the bill for your annual car taxes, etc (IPVA). Mine is Detran-PE, and once you have identified yourself, it is very easy to print ... Read More
Looking for suggestions for Skype phone number by CariocaNY
Happy Holidays to all:As most probably know, Skype phone #s are over. That is, the ability to have a U.S. phone number to receive calls and texts is no longer being renewed.Does anyone know of a RELIABLE alternative.I see alternatives on the web but ...
If you are liable to receive calls/texts from the same numbers repeatedly, why not use Whatsapp - and it is secure and free? Everyone does here... Read More
Required Documents for Residency Based on Family Reunion in Brazil. by abthree
Please note that this English translation is for informational purposes only, and is neither authoritative nor definitive. The authoritative document in Portuguese on which this translation is based can be accessed through the link at ...
@montrealist Bear in mind that everyone receives different passports at least every 10 years. I am now on my third one since coming to Brazil, and it has never been an issue, even when documents mention my original one, and I am using a different ... Read More
CPF renewal/confirmation by Kurterino
It has been discussed that starting this year (2025), foreigners have to renew (or confirm) their CPF every year. (For those who didn’t know, here’s the explanation: ...
I wonder if this also applies to people like me, who have left temporarily for a year or so but before the two year deadline of returning to Brasil? I checked my CPF and it seems to be "regular" for now... - @UhOhDetran If you still have an active ... Read More
CPF renewal/confirmation by Kurterino
It has been discussed that starting this year (2025), foreigners have to renew (or confirm) their CPF every year. (For those who didn’t know, here’s the explanation: ...
@Kurterino My understanding is that only foreigners who are not resident in Brazil (ie those who DO NOT have an active permanent visa), have to do this renewal of the CPF. As you have a permanent retirement visa, even if you are not actually using ... Read More
Managing meals in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Brazil? We ...
@abthree We used to get those bags as well, when we first arrived years ago. Nightmare without the jug, (nobody told us, so we did not have one), as the bag collapsed as soon as you opened it, and the milk went everywhere...!We have had natural milk ... Read More
Tried to use my girlfriend CPF by NewBrazil
I was at a grocery store as a experiment I put my girlfriend CPF in but the cashier said it didn’t work. Did it twice still didn’t work. When I put my CPF it works. I found it strange it didn’t work. This was just using a regular ...
You can say that you don`t have or remember your CPF, pay and walk out. Unless they give you a discount or something like that I wouldn't bother much. - @martinsan You MUST give a CPF number for any purchases over R$1000, under that value it is ... Read More
Tried to use my girlfriend CPF by NewBrazil
I was at a grocery store as a experiment I put my girlfriend CPF in but the cashier said it didn’t work. Did it twice still didn’t work. When I put my CPF it works. I found it strange it didn’t work. This was just using a regular ...
@NewBrazil Possibly because her CPF is irregular, due to non-payment of taxes, did not vote or similar? Read More
98 lb dog to Brazil??? by sjpetzold
I am trying to move my 98 lb Giant Schnauzer to Brazil and it is becoming a nightmare! He needs such a large crate (700 size with possible extension) that most airlines that still move pets can’t move him due to the size. The only options that ...
I thought ESA's were no longer allowed to travel free with passengers a few years ago? Now they have to buy a ticket and larger ones must travel in the hold as baggage? Read More
Brazilian Employment // Occupancy Law by roddiesho
I am posting this for a bit of feedback on Brazilian Law. Our Idyllic life in Brazil had a major problem when my wife's second in command made what my wife and I (and any adult 30 and over) would consider a major misstep.The bottom line was that she ...
@roddiesho I must point out that I am not an attorney, and I am only expressing an opinion based on my very limited experience. For proper professional advice I am sure your wife already has contacts for attorneys should she think this is ... Read More
Brazilian Employment // Occupancy Law by roddiesho
I am posting this for a bit of feedback on Brazilian Law. Our Idyllic life in Brazil had a major problem when my wife's second in command made what my wife and I (and any adult 30 and over) would consider a major misstep.The bottom line was that she ...
Just interested to know if she and her family just lived in the house weather there was any potential challenges. Roddie in Retirement 😎 - @roddieshoIf, as you say, her employment details including the use of the house were written in the ... Read More
Brazilian Employment // Occupancy Law by roddiesho
I am posting this for a bit of feedback on Brazilian Law. Our Idyllic life in Brazil had a major problem when my wife's second in command made what my wife and I (and any adult 30 and over) would consider a major misstep.The bottom line was that she ...
@roddiesho Impossible to comment precisely without knowing the exact terms of employment and details. For example, was there a contract of employment, did you pay all the taxes, FGTS, etc, did the employee receive 1 month's annual paid holiday and ... Read More
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 ...
@Kurterino Just remember that not all doctors/clinics/hospitals accept all medical insurance companies. So if you have a local health care provider that you imagine you might use in the future, make sure they accept your plan before you sign up to ... Read More
Retirement visa: renewal by Kurterino
I couldn’t find a list of requirements on how to renew a retirement visa. I have found a couple of articles stating that it’s easier than the original application, but no details. Has anyone more information on that ?
@Kurterino In my opinion your visa has ceased to exist, therefore it cannot be renewed and you must make a fresh application.Many years ago a friend of mine allowed his investor visa to lapse in a similar way, and he was refused permission to renew ... Read More
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 Blonde I know people who have used an attorney (in Brazil) to get a retirement visa, and others who did it themselves from the UK. All were successful, but a lot less stress using an attorney, although obviously more costly. I particulrly ... Read More