Hugodc2000
American expat in Brazil
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American
Speaks Spanish, English, Portuguese, some italiano
Registration: 03 June 2024
Visa requirements for American citizens to enter Brasil by Hugodc2000
Hello everybody, since the government of Brasil requires a Visa to USA citizens I can tell that my experience in this area is complicated part of the requirements of this paperwork is inside the Consulate of Brasil in my area San Francisco, I ...
Well I followed instructions inside the consulate, filled, downloaded documents, and printed the form, I assume that I have to send the form, photos, travel tickets and fees by mail Read More
Visa requirements for American citizens to enter Brasil
Hello everybody, since the government of Brasil requires a Visa to USA citizens I can tell that my experience in this area is complicated part of the requirements of this paperwork is inside the Consulate of Brasil in my area San Francisco, I ... Read More
koetzadvocacia.com.br Haexperience on this advocacy?
Hello I am looking for help finding lawyer, I’ve been contacting this office by WhatsApp, the way it is in the world online I am kindly careful, Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
@thetravelfox Hello my friend I will get to Brasil this following September going to see family and friends but most importantly I will try to get to Policia Federal to get some answers on my case for retirement my question is by the time you get ... Read More
How to renew expired Residency visa. Brazilian child. by n_ali
Finally I have got my visit visa to brazil approved. Can someone guide me now on process how to renew my expired Brazilian permanent residency.note: my child is Brazilian national. My Permanent Residency expired due to not entering brazil for more ...
@roddiesho I am USA citizen not a permanent resident in USA I just explained about the 2 options that I have since I was a permanent resident in Brasil I lost since been more than 2 years outside Brasil, I think I will go to Retirement in Brasil ... Read More
How to renew expired Residency visa. Brazilian child. by n_ali
Finally I have got my visit visa to brazil approved. Can someone guide me now on process how to renew my expired Brazilian permanent residency.note: my child is Brazilian national. My Permanent Residency expired due to not entering brazil for more ...
@roddiesho Hello my friend I’m in the same situation, I was a permanent resident in Brasil in DF Brasilia 70s,80s,90s , I have a daughter she’s already an adult and also USA citizen , what do you mean by is tricky? Or difficult? To ... Read More
Is Brazil A Country for FatFIRE? by Pablo888
New term that I just learnt from listening to someone speak....FatFIRE -> https://www.fool.com/terms/f/fatfire/#:~:text=While%20many%20FIRE%20adherents%20seek,target%20living%20expenses%20in%20retirementI wonder what someone with FatFIRE would be ...
I lived in Brasil on the 70s, 80s,90, that Fire… will be an option but comfortable enough will not make anyone happier, Brasil is my target for retirement that probably will be soon, this country has a lot of opportunities while here in USA I ... Read More
Permanent Residency and Foreign Appointment by UhOhDetran
Hey all, I have a CRNM card (permanent residency, family reuinion visa) and I was wondering how long can one leave Brazil and still have the permanent residency valid?Suppose for example the situation is an overseas job opportunity that lasts one ...
This is interesting cause I lost my Permanent Residency in the 90s traveling to USA, so I will retire in Brasil and always have a question about; applying to reinstate my Permanent Residence or retire with retirement visa, my best bet will be travel ... Read More
Relocation Companies by Expatax
Does anyone have recommendations for global relocation companies that provide services to Brazil?
This is very helpful information about moving to Brasil, I was thinking of bringing my TV and some appliances but after I realized that it is worth it, so I’ll buy most of the things I will need in Brasil, I’ve been traveling to South ... Read More
What Were You Happy For in 2024! by roddiesho
Before we start the New Years Resolutions for 2025, please share with us what resolutions and events made you happy in 2024!For me it is very easy. This time last year I was cautiously asking my wife if she had heard from our well-paid Immigration ...
Hello everyone, happy to be on this expat forum since others are dead .thanks to Abthree for some recommendations last year, this year for me will be really decisive in my dates to get into my travel plans to Brasil (DF) since I have to get all the ... Read More
What's your experience by Hugodc2000
Even when expats work hard to integrate, they may struggle with the imposter syndrome. They may start doubting their very right to belong in their host society. This self-doubt can create a cycle of frustration, where expats feel they are constantly ...
Agreed everyone, I love Brasil, everyone has different opinions and experiences, from my experience; Brasil is unique Read More
What's your experience
Even when expats work hard to integrate, they may struggle with the imposter syndrome. They may start doubting their very right to belong in their host society. This self-doubt can create a cycle of frustration, where expats feel they are constantly ... Read More
Just a thought about new visa policy to enter Brasil by Hugodc2000
I think after Trump won the election this policy will not be implemented, what do you think?
@abthree Brazilian people they came and stayed maximum 2 years meaning stay illegal and return home, now so many Brazilian people don’t want to leave, have so many illegals now in Usa that’s why Usa cut off free visa entry Read More
Just a thought about new visa policy to enter Brasil
I think after Trump won the election this policy will not be implemented, what do you think? Read More
Where can I obtain "CERTIDÃO DE ANTECEDENTES CRIMINAIS ..." by Duroman
Hi guys, I have applied for naturalization and submitted the required documents but yesterday I have received a message from the Policia Federal requesting me to submit a "CERTIDÃO DE ANTECEDENTES CRIMINAIS DA JUSTIÇA FEDERAL 2ª ...
I think you need to get the the federal police at your resident area Read More
Lanlord leased me a home that has no electricity & mold infested by Jeriloving33
I paid my rent in full, after moving in I discovered that the home was infested with mold. The landlord said someone would come to fix this issue and 3.5 weeks have passed and no one has come to fix it. I haven't slept in the home at all due to ...
I agreed with Peter, but for future reference; we need to understand that other countries have different standards and rights practices, unfortunately in Brasil have issues with this kind of situation and behavior, before we rent , buy, move ... Read More
Americans / English Speaking Expats in Florianopolis by lmsturt
I'm American, new to Brasil as an expat, planning to live here and looking for a house. I'd love to meet fellow English-speaking expats. Any of you here in Floripa? Let's hang out! Laurel
Welcome Laurel, Read More
Social Security direct deposit in Brazil bank by nicholsharvey
How safe is it to have your pension or Social Security direct deposited in a Brazil Bank? Is there any taxes that I have to pay if I do so?
@Pablo888you dont need to have a plan B if you planning to live overseas Brasil , i live in Brasil for most time of my life and i can recomend having a private Brasilian clinic in my case Brasilia such have a very good private clinics , Peace Read More
Social Security direct deposit in Brazil bank by nicholsharvey
How safe is it to have your pension or Social Security direct deposited in a Brazil Bank? Is there any taxes that I have to pay if I do so?
@abthreei do not have a plan B medicare, i had while agoand canceled Read More
Brazilian bank account for expats by Kurterino
I’ve done a search on the topic and was surprised that nothing turned up, so here’s the question: which bank do you recommend for an expat? Meaning it should be easy and cheap to transfer money from a foreign bank account to it, equally ...
Thanks a lot Read More
Social Security direct deposit in Brazil bank by nicholsharvey
How safe is it to have your pension or Social Security direct deposited in a Brazil Bank? Is there any taxes that I have to pay if I do so?
Also i have another quedtion regarding medical insurance, what wi be the best option, saw many internacional insurance that are really expensive, since I know Brasilia ( future resident) can I sign for a local private clinic when i visit ... Read More
Social Security direct deposit in Brazil bank by nicholsharvey
How safe is it to have your pension or Social Security direct deposited in a Brazil Bank? Is there any taxes that I have to pay if I do so?
Thanks Hunter since I’m new in this Expat community I’m trying to get the most important information before I get into Brasil as a future expat it’s important for me understand all this SS retired pension information, the way ... Read More
Brazilian bank account for expats by Kurterino
I’ve done a search on the topic and was surprised that nothing turned up, so here’s the question: which bank do you recommend for an expat? Meaning it should be easy and cheap to transfer money from a foreign bank account to it, equally ...
Hello i am confused about SS deposit to a Brazilian bank account As a future expat I have to have my SS retired deposit Pension to a Brasilian Bank , that dollar money will be converted to a brasilian money , but I was reading some comments that ... Read More
Social Security direct deposit in Brazil bank by nicholsharvey
How safe is it to have your pension or Social Security direct deposited in a Brazil Bank? Is there any taxes that I have to pay if I do so?
@roddieshodont understand since pay pal its a american company and not a brasilian bank account requirements for expats? Read More
Social Security direct deposit in Brazil bank by nicholsharvey
How safe is it to have your pension or Social Security direct deposited in a Brazil Bank? Is there any taxes that I have to pay if I do so?
@abthreetjanks for the information, but wondering if i retired in Bradil one of the requitements are that my ss payments supoussed to have a direct deposit into a Bradilian bank account, you explained that having a direc deposit into a Usa bank ? ... Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024
@roddieshooi amigo , i will like some information about assisted living in Brasil , i speak portuguese , am planning to retire in Brasili but i am open to revomendatios from another cities, thanks Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Brazil forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@abthreehlo thanks for the message definetly i can get some advice for usa people that want to visit or retired in Brasil specially in Brasilia , personally I still looking for some documents about retirement in Brasil, I can tell that; Brasil ... Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Brazil forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello;oi; im in Washington state, was living in Brasilia DF so many years , have some family there like cousins, uncle, aunt, good friends, that’s my target to retirement there, also i have a daughter from Brasil, language will not ... Read More