Canforbra
Canadian looking for information about Brazil
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Registration: 07 December 2023
Looking for a job
Hello,I arrived back to brazil in late February. Does anyone know of anyone looking for workers?I am flexible on relocating anywhere in the country and my degree is in Anthropology. I am also flexible on work type and pay as well.Thanks Read More
Random question
Hey,I have not been on here for awhile. I am currently, out of the country and my wife picked up my residency card, as I gave her power of attorney for that purpose. I am thinking about going back to brazil in the next few months probably but I ... Read More
RNM status by Canforbra
Hi,I have been away for awhile. I just checked the status of my Residency card for the first time in a month. It says the situation is that the application was filed. Under data is says 16/05/2024.Is this when I can pick up the card from the ...
@ymartinez hello,My wife is a Brazilian so I think k her normal government issued I'd would be fine. Read More
RNM status by Canforbra
Hi,I have been away for awhile. I just checked the status of my Residency card for the first time in a month. It says the situation is that the application was filed. Under data is says 16/05/2024.Is this when I can pick up the card from the ...
@ymartinez thanks for the information. It is a stressful time for us. You mean she needs to bring her ID with the form?Should she bring my paperwork as well? She will bring the card to me in europe or mail it to me. Read More
RNM status by Canforbra
Hi,I have been away for awhile. I just checked the status of my Residency card for the first time in a month. It says the situation is that the application was filed. Under data is says 16/05/2024.Is this when I can pick up the card from the ...
@koirj hello it doesn't answer my question about power of attorney Read More
RNM status
Hi,I have been away for awhile. I just checked the status of my Residency card for the first time in a month. It says the situation is that the application was filed. Under data is says 16/05/2024.Is this when I can pick up the card from the ... Read More
Bus from krakow to medyka
Hello,Does anyone know the price of the bus to medyka from krakow?Thanks Read More
My family and friends in Cameroon 🇨🇲 by Kellynash134
Greetings please I need help I have family and friends back home in Cameroon 🇨🇲 they are willing to visit Brazil 🇧🇷 for tourist I have a friend in Brazil 🇧🇷 he works there don't know if is a visible ...
@CanforbraThat is to confirm with the Brazilian embassy or consulate in your home country. Read More
Protocol for address change
I am currently in sp and I am thinking of moving to sao carlos. My information is in the process stage. For my residency. I know I can change my address online. However is it better to wait for the card and change the address after?I am not sure on ... Read More
Automaker investments in Brazil - jobs and tax credits for cars by Pablo888
Just read about the main auto OEMs investing in manufacturing eco-friendly vehicles in Brazil.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/auto-giants-fuel-brazils-green-132600933.htmlDoes anyone know where those plants are or will be?
@MikeflanaganWould you have taxation to import a car from, say Paraguay? Read More
My family and friends in Cameroon 🇨🇲 by Kellynash134
Greetings please I need help I have family and friends back home in Cameroon 🇨🇲 they are willing to visit Brazil 🇧🇷 for tourist I have a friend in Brazil 🇧🇷 he works there don't know if is a visible ...
@Kellynash134You will need a visa to enter brazil as a tourist. An invitation letter couldn't hurt in the application process. However I would consult the brazi Read More
Maybe going to stay here. by Rjones44
Hi group! I have been in a stable union with a Brasileira for7 years. Last year we got married. For most of our time together, I have been going back and forth between here and the States, working there for six months and staying here for six. This ...
@Rjones44I am here in brazil and I am far from retirement age. I am working on my Portuguese. However, it is far from what it needs to be, to be employed in a decent job. (Having a degree) so, I am currently, looking into side hustling in a legal ... Read More
Good marketing for online business by Canforbra
Does anyone know of a good marketing company or tools in brazil for an online business here.My wife has an online store but I am not sure about good pricing here for marketing.It is a small store so no need for anything expensive. She sells kids ...
@MikeflanaganShe is already registered as a drop shipper the company makes the clothing here in brazil. They built he site and can do marketing as well. However, we might be looking for cheaper marketing options. I will need to get their marketing ... Read More
I just noticed about myself been thinking in Portuguese
I wanted things at the market and was making a list to myself in my head while walking there.Strange thing was I was making the list in Portuguese and not in english. I just noticed this.I just came back to brazil a month ago. Read More
New rules to buy and sell real estate in Brazil by Peter Itamaraca
From now on, ALL buyers AND sellers of real estate must provide the Notary with a birth certificate or marriage certificate issued within the last 30 days, when registering a contract or escritura.The reason is a little complicated for foreigners to ...
@Peter ItamaracaWe are his is his and hers is hers but we will formally get married in sao carlos in the future when we move there...as it is where most her family is which will change things to a more formal partnership legally. Read More
Dengue Outbreak Vaccination Recommendation by Pablo888
From:https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2024/03/04/1235795657/dengue-brazil-state-of-emergency-vaccineLocal expat experts in Brazil - do you recommend getting the dengue vaccination before going to Brazil?Is it easy to get immunized in ...
@mberiganThe odd thing about vaccinations I have experienced. Places said online you needed to present you covid card to enter brazil. I had it ready to enter brazil is 2022 and no one asked for it.They said the same about yellow fever vaccinations ... Read More
New rules to buy and sell real estate in Brazil by Peter Itamaraca
From now on, ALL buyers AND sellers of real estate must provide the Notary with a birth certificate or marriage certificate issued within the last 30 days, when registering a contract or escritura.The reason is a little complicated for foreigners to ...
@Peter ItamaracaDoes the new rules apply to stable unions as well. Read More
use of international credit cards in Brazil by maavilu
Hello friends. When i was in Brazil in 2023 i use both my debit and credit cards (international) in Brazil and worked without no issue. When i came back to Brazil in January 2024 no one of this cards work at all in any POS machines across all Brazil ...
@maaviluAs was mentioned before always tell your bank before you leave.Last time I was in brazil I could use my Mastercard anyplace. However, I found it is not working with vendors or a market that it used to last time. It works at all the other ... Read More
Is the Brazilian Economy Getting Stronger? by Pablo888
Just saw this about the country's economic situation:https://brazilian.report/liveblog/politics-insider/2024/03/07/fiscal-surplus-january-brazil/A high debt to GDP ratio tends to be concerning as this will put pressure on interest rates resulting in ...
The prices of groceries have gone up a little since I was in brazil last. However, the cost has not increased nearly as much or as fast as they had in canada when I was there last.I am about to start a gardening experiment here in brazil. I normally ... Read More
Good marketing for online business
Does anyone know of a good marketing company or tools in brazil for an online business here.My wife has an online store but I am not sure about good pricing here for marketing.It is a small store so no need for anything expensive. She sells kids ... 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 ...
@ltoby955The background check will only be accepted in brazil, if it was performed within 3 months of being issued.I think you will need one done from portugal and possibly from your home country as well. However, I am not to sure on that part ... 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 ...
@abthreeYes in the canadian system you supply your finger prints and a photo. The paper work from the RCMP comes back with the information about the check, your picture and prints are on the paper with the results of the check.What I was meaning is, ... Read More
Is the Brazilian Economy Getting Stronger? by Pablo888
Just saw this about the country's economic situation:https://brazilian.report/liveblog/politics-insider/2024/03/07/fiscal-surplus-january-brazil/A high debt to GDP ratio tends to be concerning as this will put pressure on interest rates resulting in ...
@KenAquariusI think it depends on where you are.Big fancy places are expensive however, I am at a little place in my neighborhood right now and a burger is 10RI am in a lower middle class area in sao paulo. I think I am the only foreigner in the ... 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 ...
@ltoby955You still need a criminal record check done by your home country. Make sure the criminal records check has your picture and prints on it as well Read More
Regulations for a food cart by Canforbra
Does anyone know the regulations for opening a food cart business in brazil?
This topic has seemed to have deluged from the original question a fair bit.Any new information about starting a food cart business in brazil?? Read More
Need some insight by Nap380
Hello to all, I am new and this forum, but I got to say that I really enjoyed in the past week reading some of your stories. I am writing to you all today because I need some advice on what to do now. I’ll give you as brief as I can my story. ...
@Pablo888As you are a canadian citizen, your kids are eligible for dual citizenship. You will need their birth certificates from the usa, and your birth certificate from canada, (long form for both) that will show both your parents names on yours ... Read More
Need some insight by Nap380
Hello to all, I am new and this forum, but I got to say that I really enjoyed in the past week reading some of your stories. I am writing to you all today because I need some advice on what to do now. I’ll give you as brief as I can my story. ...
@Pablo888Kids citizenship documents? Read More
Need some insight by Nap380
Hello to all, I am new and this forum, but I got to say that I really enjoyed in the past week reading some of your stories. I am writing to you all today because I need some advice on what to do now. I’ll give you as brief as I can my story. ...
@Nap380Hi,Your background check for sure is only valid for a 3 month period. Meaning you have to submit it with your other documents in that time frame. I had a background check done from brazil first. However, my visa ran out before I could get my ... Read More
Just did my residency visa by Canforbra
Hello,If anyone is interested.I just did my residency appointment. It went smooth. They will take your picture and finger prints at the desk.The wait for the card is 3 months.I have my protocol. Question...can you work with the protocol or do ...
@priscilawolffIf your are not currently in brazil you will get the check done by say the RCMP or FBI and so on in your home country.If you are in Brazil you will need to probably go through an approved third-party in your home country.You will have ... Read More
Just did my residency visa by Canforbra
Hello,If anyone is interested.I just did my residency appointment. It went smooth. They will take your picture and finger prints at the desk.The wait for the card is 3 months.I have my protocol. Question...can you work with the protocol or do ...
@mberigan Hi yes I sent it up online with the Ministry of Labor. Read More
How long time to get CRNM by koirj
Hello,I applied for Autorização de Residência por Reunião Familiar about 1.5 month ago.But the process doesn't change.And I also saw the forum that the machine to issue CRNM is broken now.Someone knows how it goes now?I ...
@koirjI did my fp interview on Feb 29th and they gave me a time frame of 3 months. I think it could be longer in reality but I hope it is sooner. Read More
Brazil Family Reunion Visa From Saudi Arab by Mantharali99
Hello everyone. I have got Marraige back in 2022 with Brazilian. Later we attested our marraige certificate from Brazil embassy Islamabad pakistan. We have enough age difference like 28 years. But my visa got rejected 3 times from Brazil Embassy ...
@Mantharali99My main suggestion at this point for you is to get a brazilian immigration lawyer to help you with is matter.I have a feeling you are going to keep running into the same issues on your own, as multiple attempts will be in their national ... Read More
Regulations for a food cart
Does anyone know the regulations for opening a food cart business in brazil? 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 ...
@priscilawolffI went to the federal police at Lapa in Sao Paulo. They handle, visa and immigration issues. 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 ...
@priscilawolff No when I did my finger prints in sao paulo at the police station they did them and the officer signatures and stamped them and all that and then they hand them back to you.You will have to send them off.To send things off in brazil, ... 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 ...
@priscilawolff I don't know about the American system. However, I was able to do it through an approved agency licensed by the RCMP. I had my finger prints done by the federal police here in brazil.Your consulate should be able to provide you with ... Read More
Banking in Brazil while living in United States by easygoer1050
Hi All:Ok still enjoying all the topics on this site.....I finally was able to get my marriage certified in Brazil (Via the Orlando Embassy -which did a nice job)---I also was able to get my Visa for May--(that was a tad more cumblesome as they ...
@easygoer1050I have a friend that works at a bank here. I can open an account online. But I have the ability to show proof of residency. Last time I was in brazil I tried to open an account online and it went smooth until the point that I had to ... Read More
Banking in Brazil while living in United States by easygoer1050
Hi All:Ok still enjoying all the topics on this site.....I finally was able to get my marriage certified in Brazil (Via the Orlando Embassy -which did a nice job)---I also was able to get my Visa for May--(that was a tad more cumblesome as they ...
@easygoer1050Hello,Yes you will need to be in Brazil to get your bank account. You will need to do it after you get your residency. Which means you will have to come to Brazil and make an appointment with the federal police and bring all the ... Read More
Need some insight by Nap380
Hello to all, I am new and this forum, but I got to say that I really enjoyed in the past week reading some of your stories. I am writing to you all today because I need some advice on what to do now. I’ll give you as brief as I can my story. ...
@Nap380Hello, I can answer a few things. I believe when you visit in April is when the new visitor visas for Canadians start, for entering Brazil. I forget the exact date, so I would look that up.I was going to sponsor my wife originally for canada. ... Read More
Just did my residency visa by Canforbra
Hello,If anyone is interested.I just did my residency appointment. It went smooth. They will take your picture and finger prints at the desk.The wait for the card is 3 months.I have my protocol. Question...can you work with the protocol or do ...
@jonesio I heard the machine was broken and there was a big backlog.All I can do is play it as it rolls. I will keep track of it online and do an extension if needed for the protocol. Read More
Just did my residency visa by Canforbra
Hello,If anyone is interested.I just did my residency appointment. It went smooth. They will take your picture and finger prints at the desk.The wait for the card is 3 months.I have my protocol. Question...can you work with the protocol or do ...
@Peter Itamaraca I should have asked them to drop my age a decade then. Read More
Just did my residency visa
Hello,If anyone is interested.I just did my residency appointment. It went smooth. They will take your picture and finger prints at the desk.The wait for the card is 3 months.I have my protocol. Question...can you work with the protocol or do ... Read More
If I leave brazil before my CRNM is issued.[B]Political/inflammatory by GuestPoster376
Don't worry about the card, you're not going to need it. The SBU is dragging men off the streets and throwing them in vans where they are taken to a military unit. You will be accepted. Having said that, where was your patriotism when America ...
@Gasparzinho 777 well I am not American for starters. Secondly. I was in ukraine in 2014. After the invasion I tried to join but they only accepted people with military/ combat experience. I still have many friends in the Ukraine. And I feel it is ... Read More
If I leave brazil before my CRNM is issued.
Hello,I have my appointment with the federal police on the 29th. However, what I have read is that the machine for issuing the cards is down. I recently applied to join the Ukrainian military as a volunteer. If I leave the country before the card ... Read More
Brazil Virtual phone number by dyantyi28
Hi Members please what is the best and affordable way to get a Brazil virtual phone number that can be used from anywhere in the world?thank you
@Cserebogar I use text talk. I signed up for it in canada. I can call, text anywhere in north America for free as long as I have internet. Only thing is you can't get confirmation codes sent unless you pay...but you can get them called to you if, ... Read More
Import duties on coffee by Canforbra
Does brazil charge import duties to bring roasted coffee into brazil?I know it seems like it is going the wrong direction hahaI know coffee imports in canada and the usa are tax exempt.
@sprealestatebroker well my coffee business is fine to stay with the csnadian and American markets.I looked online at the "maple syrup " sold in brazil and it is the fake corn starch junk. I brought the real stuff from canada when I came.Brought ... Read More
What do you Wish you Knew Before Moving to Brazil by john8670
Looking back, what do you wish you had known before moving to Brazil, and what advice would you give to expats considering making the move?
@Gasparzinho 777 I found a streaming site that is in Portuguese. My wife likes it and since I have seen many of the movies in english I can understand what it is about.Ruim par cachorro....muito coco, muito xixi. It is a new movie called ... Read More
What do you Wish you Knew Before Moving to Brazil by john8670
Looking back, what do you wish you had known before moving to Brazil, and what advice would you give to expats considering making the move?
@Gasparzinho 777 I use 3 different apps and my wife to learn Portuguese. I am looking into courses here but we will probably be leaving sao paulo after my CRNM arrives for sao carlos. So I am holding back on the class room courses. I am understand ... Read More
Vitem IX: FP appointment - what docs - translated - apostille by headshot
Hello all,I have applied for the Visa via real estate investment. The Brazilian consulate in Los Angeles (USA) has granted me the temporary visa affixed to my passport. I will be back in Brazil in one month and going to the FP.Does anyone have a ...
@abthree it was a miss read. I have been very busy as of late and just probably my dyslexia took hold Read More
Vitem IX: FP appointment - what docs - translated - apostille by headshot
Hello all,I have applied for the Visa via real estate investment. The Brazilian consulate in Los Angeles (USA) has granted me the temporary visa affixed to my passport. I will be back in Brazil in one month and going to the FP.Does anyone have a ...
@Peter Itamaraca my xi paper work from the consulate from canada said. I have one year to enter brazil and 90 days to show up for my police appointment. My appointment is on the 29th of this month. Read More
Import duties on coffee by Canforbra
Does brazil charge import duties to bring roasted coffee into brazil?I know it seems like it is going the wrong direction hahaI know coffee imports in canada and the usa are tax exempt.
My coffee business in canada is up and running now we roast to order and ship out. I am just thinking that customers in brazil can order the coffee and have it sent here.I know some lawyers that might do it just to show they can afford coffee ... Read More
Import duties on coffee
Does brazil charge import duties to bring roasted coffee into brazil?I know it seems like it is going the wrong direction hahaI know coffee imports in canada and the usa are tax exempt. Read More
Forgot the prices of things in brazil by Canforbra
I am an archeologist by trade but worked in a butcher shop in canada for a number of months as I missed the season. I went to the butcher shop here in sao paulo for some chicken breasts as I find them fresher at the butchers. What would cost 15 ...
@sprealestatebroker I know all about quality meat you can taste it and tell by the look. I worked at a butcher shop in canada. Everything was locally sourced and hormone/antibiotic free. Because it was locally sourced we did run out of meat from ... Read More
Forgot the prices of things in brazil by Canforbra
I am an archeologist by trade but worked in a butcher shop in canada for a number of months as I missed the season. I went to the butcher shop here in sao paulo for some chicken breasts as I find them fresher at the butchers. What would cost 15 ...
@Pablo888 the trick in canada for meat is to go to a good butcher. They tend to be local meat, just make sure they are hormone and antibiotic free.The meat will be a bit more expensive but well worth it taste wise and health wise. Read More
Forgot the prices of things in brazil by Canforbra
I am an archeologist by trade but worked in a butcher shop in canada for a number of months as I missed the season. I went to the butcher shop here in sao paulo for some chicken breasts as I find them fresher at the butchers. What would cost 15 ...
@Gasparzinho 777 cost of living is way to high in canada for sure. Read More
Forgot the prices of things in brazil
I am an archeologist by trade but worked in a butcher shop in canada for a number of months as I missed the season. I went to the butcher shop here in sao paulo for some chicken breasts as I find them fresher at the butchers. What would cost 15 ... Read More
Brazil Ordinary Naturalization by alirkhorshid
Hello everyoneI have question about my situation for ordinary naturalization.I briefly describe my case:1 - My Child born in brazil 2- Three month later me and my wife got brazil RNM card.3- Two month later we travel abroad for 18 months.4- Now we ...
@alirkhorshid is your wife brazilian?Since your child was born in brazil and is a citizen, you can apply for citizenship after one year. You will need to take a language exam. If your wife is not from brazil, I think she might have to take the ... Read More
One way ticket by neiljohnsavage
My wife (Brazilian, lived in UK) flew back to Brazil with our children last year as we have decided to relocate to Parana, Brasil. I flew with them, but only stayed for two weeks as I had to return home for work purposes. My time to emigrate is now ...
Please don't pin what I wrote. It was written fast and I just re-read it and noticed all the grammatical issues in it hahaAs for one way flights...they have never asked me anything at customs about it.The Brazilian customs have always been great to ... Read More
Valentines day
Does anyone else do this. Today in North America is valentine's day. So I give my wife two days. One in February and the other in June. Read More
One way ticket by neiljohnsavage
My wife (Brazilian, lived in UK) flew back to Brazil with our children last year as we have decided to relocate to Parana, Brasil. I flew with them, but only stayed for two weeks as I had to return home for work purposes. My time to emigrate is now ...
@abthree yes it should. The customs agent asked where I will be staying. I said sao paulo. However, we might be moving to sao carlos in 3 months or so after I have my CRNM Read More
One way ticket by neiljohnsavage
My wife (Brazilian, lived in UK) flew back to Brazil with our children last year as we have decided to relocate to Parana, Brasil. I flew with them, but only stayed for two weeks as I had to return home for work purposes. My time to emigrate is now ...
I originally came to brazil on a one way flight as a tourist and tried to do my family reunification visa in brazil....it was an expensive and costly endeavor that never panned out. Some of the wife's id's were expired, I have to use third parties ... Read More
Bank account for non residents by Kat2202
Hi all,I really need insight. We sold a property and the proceeds were deposited into a joint Caixa Economica Savings account. I want to transfer my share of the money into an account in my name, but since I am not currently in Brazil, I am unable ...
I am not sure this would work but could you open an international account where you are with HSBC and transfer it to them in brazil as they have branches too.Not sure if it's possible...??? Read More
Dual citizenship (Belgium + Brazil) How about taxes? by Wout
Hi everyone,I work in Belgium as a doctor of osteopathic medicine. This year I am going to get married to my fiancé, who is Brazilian. She has a job in Belgium as well. We both pay taxes here.After our marriage here, I assume I can apply for ...
@Wout hi, I am just about to relocate to Brazil where my wife is located. To get citizenship in brazil if you move there on a family reunification visa you will have to spend one solid year in the country and take a difficult Portuguese exam.I wish ... Read More
CRNM picture and prints by Canforbra
Will the federal police need to print and photograph me if they already did that before?
No it is not a renewal. I had to get fingerprints taken in brazil from the FP to send to the RCMP for my background check. When they did the ink prints for me they also took digital prints and a picture for their database as well. Read More
CRNM picture and prints
Will the federal police need to print and photograph me if they already did that before? Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine by sam1466
Hi -- I overstayed my visa by a number of months - was trying to get a student visa and it didn't work out. I was told when I left Rio that I could appeal the fine and it often worked. Does anyone know where you can appeal the fine? And on ...
@roddiesho I overstayed my visa by one day. The second I handed my passport to the customs lady I told her and gave her a reason. Flight prices and to be able to say goodbye to my wife. She asked for my documents but they were in my checked luggage. ... Read More
Leaving Brazil with only CRNM number but not the actual resident card by Mischa1864
Hi all, I have been waiting for my resident card here. But I got an emergency back home that I need to leave Brazil ASAP. I have my CRNM number active in the system. But I am still waiting for the actual reisdent card. So can I leave Brazil with ...
@Mischa1864I am not sure as I don't have experience. However, I know that in canada and the usa you need the physical card, not just the number for the PR to cross. 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 ...
@Roger Fonseca Santos Yes I found that a internet number is great to keep in touch in North America, call and receive calls while I have a internet connection and if I don't I can get the voice message when I get one. However, for things in brazil ... Read More
CRNM Timeline by Alex1281
Trying to get the idea how long the process to obtain CRNM takes, could people here share their timelines? I would be applying on the grounds of marriage in Porto Alegre. Is it realistic to get it in a month? Also, will the police visit our ...
@Shahbaz Shaikh786 I would say if the residency card is valid and you have your passport you are fine. 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 ...
@abthreeThe ideal place we have both wanted to live in, is Alagoas.She visited it once and loved it. I think she is just feeling run down by work and city life and her personality will change when I get back home. She loves to call me Bangunca...I ... 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 ...
@sprealestatebrokerHi, I have heard that people there are not as welcome as they are driving up the property market prices, similar to canada. Her cousin lives there and I think that is her driving factor. However, he has lived there for about 5 ... 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 ...
@StarkHorizonThanks, we are both being a bit stubborn. She wants a completely different state. We both like the north east but the region is prone to droughts. She says we will have to do an analysis after I get back in February. She is tired of ... Read More
Change of pace
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 ... Read More
Naturalization for brazil passport by Shahbaz Shaikh786
Recently one guy shared an information with me that he attended a portuguese languange course for immigrants an used the certificate issued it was accepted by policia federal. There was no interview for him. They just checked his documents and took ...
@Shahbaz Shaikh786https://agenciabrasil.ebc.com.br/en/educacao/noticia/2022-08/sao-paulo-city-hall-offers-portuguese-course-immigrants#:~:text=Immigrants%20aged%2018%20and%20older,all%20regions%20of%20the%20city.This is offered by the city for ... Read More
Which airline is better? by Canforbra
Air Canada or United?Talking premium economy or premium plus.
@chefjim I finally booked my flight to gru. It is with AC it is a flat 18.35 hours which is good and I don't have to transfer in the usa. It is tricky cause I'm on vancouver Island which means a flight or ferry. My flight is yyj to yvr to yul ... Read More
Which airline is better? by Canforbra
Air Canada or United?Talking premium economy or premium plus.
Well air canada and united are the two that suit my current needs. I live on an island but with air canada I can fly off it to get to a main airport to get to Brazil and stay in canada. I heard their premium economy is better as its a closed off ... Read More
Which is better?
Air Canada or United?Talking premium economy or premium plus. Read More
Odd question by Canforbra
Has anyone thought about running for some kind of political office in Brazil, council or mayor?I asked my wife about it one day and she shut me down right away, saying I don't want that kind of mess. Haha
@abthree what I read up about it was many naturalized foreign born people can and do run for for various posts in Brazil.Some offices are out of reach if your not a brazilian born person. Such as president, military officer, and some other high up ... Read More
Odd question by Canforbra
Has anyone thought about running for some kind of political office in Brazil, council or mayor?I asked my wife about it one day and she shut me down right away, saying I don't want that kind of mess. Haha
@rraypo can't change system that is created in a certain way and refuses change.Just shows the arrogance and ignorance of people. Read More
Odd question by Canforbra
Has anyone thought about running for some kind of political office in Brazil, council or mayor?I asked my wife about it one day and she shut me down right away, saying I don't want that kind of mess. Haha
@rraypo I have bin asked to run before in canada but turned it down.I would like to make nature or a cultural documentary. Maybe a tourism documentary Read More
Odd question by Canforbra
Has anyone thought about running for some kind of political office in Brazil, council or mayor?I asked my wife about it one day and she shut me down right away, saying I don't want that kind of mess. Haha
@rraypo I know brazil has a high number of political assassinations Read More
Odd question
Has anyone thought about running for some kind of political office in Brazil, council or mayor?I asked my wife about it one day and she shut me down right away, saying I don't want that kind of mess. Haha Read More
Drivers license by Canforbra
Is it easy to change a canadian driver's license to a brazilian one?Would I need to retake any sort of tests?
@Cserebogar the class 5 is the standard license in bc Read More
Shipping goods from Canada to Brazil by Canforbra
Hello, I just talked with a travel agent and to fly with my things from canada to brazil will cost me an extra 500 to over 1000.I dont have a lot of things.Would a shipping container be cheaper? What is a good company to use or is it best to just ...
@Mikeflanagan my kayak is an oru, folding kayak. I bought in for almost 3000cad and I have taken it from the water to a backpack and hopped on a bus.It is almost 17 feet all set up and can carry a large amount of gear as well 400lbs or more.The ... Read More
Drivers license by Canforbra
Is it easy to change a canadian driver's license to a brazilian one?Would I need to retake any sort of tests?
In canada if you have a license from let's say China, they will switch it over no issues. If your a new driver you they have tests in multiple languages, no need to know English. Eye test is done on the spot.No need for medical unless you have a ... Read More
Shipping goods from Canada to Brazil by Canforbra
Hello, I just talked with a travel agent and to fly with my things from canada to brazil will cost me an extra 500 to over 1000.I dont have a lot of things.Would a shipping container be cheaper? What is a good company to use or is it best to just ...
@Brazil Bill sounds like a total scam if you knew someone at the port probably it would have been free. Read More
Drivers license by Canforbra
Is it easy to change a canadian driver's license to a brazilian one?Would I need to retake any sort of tests?
@UhOhDetran that is the same in canada if you want something done you need to go public and it magically very fast.I already have a CPF but that was a Hassel and it was issued after I left the country. My wife currently has the original. Read More
Drivers license by Canforbra
Is it easy to change a canadian driver's license to a brazilian one?Would I need to retake any sort of tests?
My wife sent me this link. It seems straightforward. ... Read More
Shipping goods from Canada to Brazil by Canforbra
Hello, I just talked with a travel agent and to fly with my things from canada to brazil will cost me an extra 500 to over 1000.I dont have a lot of things.Would a shipping container be cheaper? What is a good company to use or is it best to just ...
@Brazil Bill so you had to pay taxes on the shipment to bring it to port even though you arranged for it to be un-taxed.I might as well fly with it on my person or just leave it in canada.I am waiting on the consulates reply currently. Read More
Drivers license by Canforbra
Is it easy to change a canadian driver's license to a brazilian one?Would I need to retake any sort of tests?
@Brazil Bill I contacted the place that issues licenses here and they said if I returned to canada they would just transfer my from a brazilian on back from a brazilian one to a BC one. It might make sense to renew it every 5 years in canada. Haha Read More
Drivers license by Canforbra
Is it easy to change a canadian driver's license to a brazilian one?Would I need to retake any sort of tests?
@Cserebogar I will have to renew my license before I go first. I will bring a driving abstract with me as well. I will be staying in SP. Read More
Drivers license
Is it easy to change a canadian driver's license to a brazilian one?Would I need to retake any sort of tests? Read More
Shipping goods from Canada to Brazil by Canforbra
Hello, I just talked with a travel agent and to fly with my things from canada to brazil will cost me an extra 500 to over 1000.I dont have a lot of things.Would a shipping container be cheaper? What is a good company to use or is it best to just ...
@Gasparzinho 777Yes they said they won't give a letter for that.I asked if I would be taxed on my old kayak I want to bring and I am waiting on the answer.I bought it before covid started and was planning to kayak from canada to brazil. However, ... Read More
Shipping goods from Canada to Brazil by Canforbra
Hello, I just talked with a travel agent and to fly with my things from canada to brazil will cost me an extra 500 to over 1000.I dont have a lot of things.Would a shipping container be cheaper? What is a good company to use or is it best to just ...
@Mikeflanagan well I sent an email to the brazil embassy asking if they can provide a letter for tax exemption on my personal property. I also talked to an airline and I will have a small amount of things my oru kayak and gear and a few paintings, ... Read More
Shipping goods from Canada to Brazil by Canforbra
Hello, I just talked with a travel agent and to fly with my things from canada to brazil will cost me an extra 500 to over 1000.I dont have a lot of things.Would a shipping container be cheaper? What is a good company to use or is it best to just ...
Hello,I was leaning towards just bringing it and paying the added baggage fees.I did have another question. Would I be able to bring package foods such as kraft dinner and stove top and the likes?I don't see much point but the wife wants to try ... Read More
Shipping goods from canada to brazil
Hello, I just talked with a travel agent and to fly with my things from canada to brazil will cost me an extra 500 to over 1000.I dont have a lot of things.Would a shipping container be cheaper? What is a good company to use or is it best to just ... Read More
Brazil migratory year rules by thehecticheretic
Hi guys,I need some guidance regarding an issue with entering Brazil. I hold a Moroccan passport which allows me to visit Brazil for upto 90 days per entry for a total of 180 days per year. And this year I made 4 trips there and accumulated 179 ...
@thehecticheretic all I know is my visa was 90 days and I had to book an appointment to extend it another 90 day. That was the max. I could not extend my tourist visa any longer. I had to leave the country to do my residency visa. Read More
Got an interesting proposal today by Canforbra
My wife sent me an interesting proposal today. It seems that my mother in-law. Wants to buy us a house. I have only met her a few times, Christmas last year was the first time I met the whole family.We want to live in the NE but will get the house ...
We will be living in it for at least the first year and then renting it out.It will not be a place under construction but used not over 10 years old roughly.It will be a house with a yard as we have 3 dogs.Must be close to the metro and so on.Are ... Read More
Got an interesting proposal today
My wife sent me an interesting proposal today. It seems that my mother in-law. Wants to buy us a house. I have only met her a few times, Christmas last year was the first time I met the whole family.We want to live in the NE but will get the house ... 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 ...
I was in brazil before I needed a visa but to do the extension I went to Santos as I couldn't get an appointment in sao paulo. I had a copy Of My credit card for proof of financial status. They never asked for it. But it is best to have ... Read More