GuestPoster6669
Canadian expat in Russia
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anyone tried deepseek？
Where I lived in Canada, it has meant since high school......"waste of genes".....as in, you are a f'in idiot.I did a web search today, and apparently the term is also a 200 year old colonial British slur against people from the African continent ... Read More
Still need some Help/advice---Banking by easygoer1050
Good afternoon all:I was wondering your thoughts on my situation. I am currently living in Florida Recently I received a CRNM cardand had wanted to open a bank account (for the possibility of obtaining a mortgage in the future) I also wanted to ...
ITAU will give you a basic orange colored debit card that is also a low limit C/C if set up accordingly. Whereas Santander has two cards for example.Of course those rates are genuine. Santander is at 7.31 % this month, the rates change (the last 12 ... Read More
Still need some Help/advice---Banking by easygoer1050
Good afternoon all:I was wondering your thoughts on my situation. I am currently living in Florida Recently I received a CRNM cardand had wanted to open a bank account (for the possibility of obtaining a mortgage in the future) I also wanted to ...
Next time you go to Brasil walk into a TIM cell store. Everyone there is younger and you may find an English speaker if you need one. They do not care what your Serasa score (their credit bureau) is and get a prepaid account. Claro for example won't ... Read More
Wise Multi-Currency Debit Card by Peter Itamaraca
This may be of interest: I recently applied for a Wise Multi-Currency Brazilian Debit Card. On to this I have loaded a bunch of BRL, but have also registered it for use with US$, GBP and Euros for travel purposes. As the exchange rates move in my ...
Just watched a YT video from GVentures as she is in Argentina right now. She lists local and USD prices in her latest video for probably 50 things and IMHO 80% of what she had was 50-200% more expensive when the USD price was converted to Reais than ... Read More
Who is Rich in Brazil? by alan279
Can someone point me to Brazilian income distribution by quintile? By state? By city?Thanks for any advice.Alan
Search for income by CLASS A, B, C. D, E.......that's how you find it. Its on the IBGE website and others, but it's buried inside PDF's on the site. Those are the economic buckets used for measurement with CLASS A being the highest. Thing is, I gave ... Read More
Quiet place but not isolated
Cheap, sunny, quiet, clean, etc...... that combo of requirements is often already developed and over populated, ergo, it's no longer cheap nor quiet. You're gonna have to sacrifice somewhere, been to 50 countries and cannot offer one that would ... Read More
What is your favorite Beasilian "go to" junk food ?? by GuestPoster6669
I've been painting my new apartment all week, and it's so hot here in the southeast that I had to stop and walk to the botequim a block from my house to recharge.Sitting with an ice cold 600ml bottle of Antarctica and a plate of French fries with ...
Sorry to hear about the heat. Friends in Rio say it really is oppressive. mberigan - @mberigan It's OK walking at the beach or on the street because there is a breeze. Inside a building is tough to handle though, with or without AC. The cinemas and ... Read More
What is your favorite Beasilian "go to" junk food ?? by GuestPoster6669
I've been painting my new apartment all week, and it's so hot here in the southeast that I had to stop and walk to the botequim a block from my house to recharge.Sitting with an ice cold 600ml bottle of Antarctica and a plate of French fries with ...
Aaahhhh aipim frito is what that's called in the SE. I love it as much as fries !!!!We have a dish here with aipim, carne seca, fried onions, and fried garlic. Read More
What is your favorite Beasilian "go to" junk food ??
I've been painting my new apartment all week, and it's so hot here in the southeast that I had to stop and walk to the botequim a block from my house to recharge.Sitting with an ice cold 600ml bottle of Antarctica and a plate of French fries with ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
That is what I said, isn't it ?Interest compounds tax free unless you access the funds. Then you pay based on the withdrawl date. That's exactly my understanding too. Unlike some jurisdictions that tax you on unrealized gains annually, which really ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
Paulo......A CDB is not taxed unless you withdraw money. Interest is credited daily to the balance in the case of mine. Read More
Trying to educate myself about Brazilian Tax Returns by bepmoht
I’m trying to learn the ins and outs of the Brazilian tax return process. In the USA a person can educate themselves by reading the many tax forms available online. For example, form 1040 which is a form commonly used has its accompanying ...
Just a first hand anecdote on the subject of Brasilians and tax.Landed here 6 months ago in GRU and the plane arrived early AM with 2-3 other international flights. Wife and I load up our 4 checked bags along with our carry ons, and proceed down the ... Read More
Wise Multi-Currency Debit Card by Peter Itamaraca
This may be of interest: I recently applied for a Wise Multi-Currency Brazilian Debit Card. On to this I have loaded a bunch of BRL, but have also registered it for use with US$, GBP and Euros for travel purposes. As the exchange rates move in my ...
Lot's of YT videos are paid "stealth" promos edited to appear natural. For example, the Government of Canada pays Brasilian influencers who immigrated there to make these "wonderful life in Canada" videos.I wasn't referring to you at all. Just ... Read More
Belo Horizonte by Em2810
My 19 year old english daughter wants to learn portugese in BH and is interested in Art and Design classes - and also possibly being an au pair- can anyone help me out with any leads or contacts please. many thanks
Working illegally, which I infer is your intention based on the post, in a country where next to no one speaks english, and she does not speak the language, is the worst of all possible scenarios for a very negative outcome. Just sayin'........She ... Read More
Trying to educate myself about Brazilian Tax Returns by bepmoht
I’m trying to learn the ins and outs of the Brazilian tax return process. In the USA a person can educate themselves by reading the many tax forms available online. For example, form 1040 which is a form commonly used has its accompanying ...
I want to stay off their radar screens as well, it's a good practice. Read More
Wise Multi-Currency Debit Card by Peter Itamaraca
This may be of interest: I recently applied for a Wise Multi-Currency Brazilian Debit Card. On to this I have loaded a bunch of BRL, but have also registered it for use with US$, GBP and Euros for travel purposes. As the exchange rates move in my ...
@PeterLooking forward to hearing about your first hand experience when you get back. Lots of YT videos online about Wise, most seem co-opted and shadow sponsored IMHO, so who knows what the reality is. 15 countries will be a good representative ... Read More
anyone tried deepseek？ by rike yao
tried deepseek, ok to use, anyothers tried?best wishes.Rike
^^^^The truth hurts......eh ?? You do realise you've made my point by censoring the post. Read More
anyone tried deepseek？ by rike yao
tried deepseek, ok to use, anyothers tried?best wishes.Rike
I tried both AI offerings and they are garbage.IT is a scam. I worked in the industry for 6 years. Just look around at Apple and Microsoft and you'll undetstand.AI is merely a web browser reformatted to appear like human interaction with the ... Read More
Trying to educate myself about Brazilian Tax Returns by bepmoht
I’m trying to learn the ins and outs of the Brazilian tax return process. In the USA a person can educate themselves by reading the many tax forms available online. For example, form 1040 which is a form commonly used has its accompanying ...
if I ever purchase an apartment---I might want to Air BNB- when not there - @easygoer1050Buy a flat in an aparthotel, or a room in a full service luxury hotel instead. Waaay less risk, better cash flow, ease of management, etc, etc, you'll sleep ... Read More
Funny or Unexpected Things in Brazil by Pablo888
In preparation for my brother's first trip to Brazil (from Canada), I am making a list of things to prepare him for the trip... I have listed a few of the gotchas here.... Can you help me remember what other things to warn him about?I consider this ...
The concept of buying on parcelas with your credit cards. I don't do this, but apparently, lots of people here do.He'll get asked, even as a gringo, if it's "a vista" or "parcelas" when checking out at the caixa and using a credit card........teach ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
@abthreeNope........it was R$1.000 a month........we rarely go over R$250 on our weekly excursions to the supermarket. For example, I eat twice a day only. I have a 4 egg omelet with cheese, onions, mushrooms, and a sliced tomato, and then an orange ... Read More
Your orixás? by mberigan
Culture:After a recent trip to Salvador, a place I consider to be the spiritual center of Brazilian (Afro?) culture, I decided to find a Pai de Santo a do a "jogo de búzios" (mérìndílógún or cowrie-shell ...
Yes you should. Read More
Your orixás? by mberigan
Culture:After a recent trip to Salvador, a place I consider to be the spiritual center of Brazilian (Afro?) culture, I decided to find a Pai de Santo a do a "jogo de búzios" (mérìndílógún or cowrie-shell ...
Maybe if you a "trabalho" in the street you can solve your problem with the neighbours. Read More
Luggage transport within Brazil by Priyaexplora
Hi forum members, I am relocating to Brazil this week. I will land in Sao Paulo and will have to travel with a lot of luggage to my destination, which is 14 hours away by drive. Is there a safe secure luggage transport service at Guarulhos airport ...
Priya.......You have 9 suitcases too many !!!Seriously. I urge you to strongly reconsider what you are bringing with you. A person moving here does not require anything except a small amount of clothing, shoes, and very nominal personal affects. You ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
@kolyaS122HSU Says the rich gringo. - @alan279 Wish I was.......KKKKKKKKI don't do LinkedIn or anything else online. Nobody needs to know who I am, nor do I have a need to tell anyone what I'm all about. We're just discussing stats here, it's not ... Read More
Free bank accounts if you're over 60? by mikehunter
I was investigating this for Banco do Brasil and stumbled upon this using Deepseek:Why the Idoso Account is Better for You: The Idoso account is free and offers full banking services, including unlimited withdrawals, transfers, and access to ...
Deepseek was rather emphatic that the account exists - @mikehunter Deepseek is AI. AI tends to spout rubbish based on rubbish posted on the internet.Check with the bank. - @Fred All AI is outright dangerous and pure unadulturated bullshit, ... Read More
Free bank accounts if you're over 60? by mikehunter
I was investigating this for Banco do Brasil and stumbled upon this using Deepseek:Why the Idoso Account is Better for You: The Idoso account is free and offers full banking services, including unlimited withdrawals, transfers, and access to ...
Neither.I don't pay bank fees for anything including credit cards at two of my banks. Read More
Thoughts on Banks and a Update for my situation... by easygoer1050
To All:I do enjoy viewing the posts here from time to time. I am currently living here in Florida (Bradenton-retired) and have enjoyed going back and forth to visit Brazil (Rio) over the years. My wife (From Jacarapagua) and I got married years ago ...
Every individuals situation is different, and I think we all realise that aspect of tax structuring. You didn't state anything I didn't already know, but, for the benefit of those Canucks reading this you should hire a Canadian tax lawyer ... Read More
Thoughts on Banks and a Update for my situation... by easygoer1050
To All:I do enjoy viewing the posts here from time to time. I am currently living here in Florida (Bradenton-retired) and have enjoyed going back and forth to visit Brazil (Rio) over the years. My wife (From Jacarapagua) and I got married years ago ...
As it relates to CPP/OAS and other pensions, you need to be an non-resident expat for tax purposes, which means you formally cut ALL TIES with Canada except for a passport. Including rights to bank accounts, investments, and you must have any income ... Read More
Thoughts on Banks and a Update for my situation... by easygoer1050
To All:I do enjoy viewing the posts here from time to time. I am currently living here in Florida (Bradenton-retired) and have enjoyed going back and forth to visit Brazil (Rio) over the years. My wife (From Jacarapagua) and I got married years ago ...
FWIW to refute Canadian citizenship is $100 and a 3 page form. Go to a consulate and you're done as long as you can prove you have a second passport.I understand it's like $2,500 USD for you guys to do the same. But the tax savings may be worth it ... Read More
Thoughts on Banks and a Update for my situation... by easygoer1050
To All:I do enjoy viewing the posts here from time to time. I am currently living here in Florida (Bradenton-retired) and have enjoyed going back and forth to visit Brazil (Rio) over the years. My wife (From Jacarapagua) and I got married years ago ...
Try SICOOB or one of the credit unions then. They never seem busy when I walk by. Don't know where you'll end up living, but now you have some ideas. Good luck !! Read More
Need some tech advice by roddiesho
@alan279 Ouch! That is a heck of a lot. If I didn't live 25 minutes from Jericoacoara in my own personal paradise I might be jealous but that is still a heck of a lot of money. Is there Happiness on a smaller budget (if Logitech had not sent me a ...
02/03/25 @Pablo888. Sorry, I was away for a while. I agree with @Peter Itamaraca: used computer equipment that you bring with you should not be a problem, assuming that it's traveling with you. You probably won't even need to declare it, but if you ... Read More
Thoughts on Banks and a Update for my situation... by easygoer1050
To All:I do enjoy viewing the posts here from time to time. I am currently living here in Florida (Bradenton-retired) and have enjoyed going back and forth to visit Brazil (Rio) over the years. My wife (From Jacarapagua) and I got married years ago ...
@AbthreeYour post about American financial reporting requirements is probably the only reason I'd ever state publicly "it's good to be a Canadian" as we have NONE of that nonsense at all.Having said that, I am a non-resident for tax purposes with ... Read More
Thoughts on Banks and a Update for my situation... by easygoer1050
To All:I do enjoy viewing the posts here from time to time. I am currently living here in Florida (Bradenton-retired) and have enjoyed going back and forth to visit Brazil (Rio) over the years. My wife (From Jacarapagua) and I got married years ago ...
It's not so much which banks I like, as it is what you can get from them. For example, ITAU, one of the bigger banks has two tiers. Regular customers and ITAU Personnalite. How dies it work ? Personnalite has separate branches only for those ... Read More
Thoughts on Banks and a Update for my situation... by easygoer1050
To All:I do enjoy viewing the posts here from time to time. I am currently living here in Florida (Bradenton-retired) and have enjoyed going back and forth to visit Brazil (Rio) over the years. My wife (From Jacarapagua) and I got married years ago ...
Builders often offer in-house financing for new construction or pre-launch sales from plans. Having said that, personally, I would never buy an uncompleted project or a newly finished building. I like 20+ year or older construction. Mortgages here ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
On facts and mathematics validating my point as I have given in my example. You always have to have a plan B and plan C to survive worst case scenarios just in case.How much is your rent, utility, internet, and grocery cost in Iheus for a month ? ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
The majority of Brasilians also DO NOT live in SP or RJ either, nor are living alone while renting an apartment in either of these places, which are the two most expensive cities. I'd suggest their cost of living is half or less of a resident in ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
I forgot to add that public transit and lunches are subsidized by employers. It's federal law. Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
It’s the same old story. If you are trying to live on reais and a typical Brazilian salary it’s quite expensive. If you are living on gringo dollars and a 5-6 to 1 exchange rate, chances are money is not your biggest problem. - ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
OK I'll bite......Two adults, no kids or pets. We own two apartment condos.Rio de Janeiro, 40 M2 middle class flat in Copacabana, one BR and one parking stall, 24 hr doorman, prime location beside metro station and PF batalao, walking distance to 5 ... Read More
Hydrogen Economy by alan279
I've learned that the hydrogen economy is not feasible, despite the current hype. The US is spending eight billion dollars on "hydrogen hubs". The Europeans spend huge money on hydrogen projects. It's all for naught. Hydrogen doesn't work. It's ...
I grew up with French comics such as Yoko Tsuno and Luc Orient. I still have those comic books... - @Pablo888Dud you read Asterix & Obelisk ? I grew up with that. Read More
Should you live as a tourist or as a local while abroad? by Veedushi
Hello everyone,I hope all is well with you.For an upcoming article in Expat Magazine aimed at helping future expatriates better integrate into their new countries, we'd like your input on the following topic:Experiencing expatriation as both a ...
Depends on 2 factors IMHO......your intentions and your bank account.I have lived in 4 countries long term and visited about 50.Always live as a tourist for the first experience. and if a second or third trip becomes warranted, revisit your ... Read More
Experiencing ageism from young expats by AlbertDifi
Hello. I've lived off and on in Vietnam for 15 years and thought I'd finally post about an odd phenomenon I have encountered in the past five years in HCM, That is, not even receiving a responding hello from young expats. They remain silent, do not ...
I live in Brasil and am middle aged.Back in Canada I never hung out with people 20 years younger than me, and living here in Rio de Janeiro, the last thing I want to do is hang out with gringos, as I eould have just stayed there.IMHO that's probably ... Read More
Hydrogen Economy by alan279
I've learned that the hydrogen economy is not feasible, despite the current hype. The US is spending eight billion dollars on "hydrogen hubs". The Europeans spend huge money on hydrogen projects. It's all for naught. Hydrogen doesn't work. It's ...
@kolyaS122HSU Propane is heavier than air. - @alan279 I dropped out of high school in grade 10. Read More
Hydrogen Economy by alan279
I've learned that the hydrogen economy is not feasible, despite the current hype. The US is spending eight billion dollars on "hydrogen hubs". The Europeans spend huge money on hydrogen projects. It's all for naught. Hydrogen doesn't work. It's ...
IMHO, the conspiracy theorist in me thinks that had the Hindenburg been full of natural gas or propane, we'd all be cooking with hydrogen stoves and heating our homes with it as well.......heh."Oh the humanity" Read More
Bike Insurance by alan279
Anyone have any recommendations for bike insurance?
@Pablo888He wants to buy a pedal trike.My wife, whom I met in 2000, was a physiotherapist in Rio who specialized in amputees. Back then, 80% of her patients were from motorcycle accidents, 10% from other diseases, and 10% from train surfing in the ... Read More
Bike Insurance by alan279
Anyone have any recommendations for bike insurance?
Bikes are covered under my separate condo insurance policy as personal effects.Check your renters/homeowners insurance policy if you have one. Where I live a basic tenants property policy can be had starting at R$600 a year thru a bank just as an ... Read More
Citizenship based on marriage !! by A_KUMAR
Good morning everybody.. I'm living in Brazil since 20/03/2020 and married my Brazilian wife on 20/05/2020. I applied for residence permit trice but got delayed due to corona. Finally I got my CRNM CARD in September 2021, which was issued on ...
Roddie.....Didn't you get fingerprinted, a retina scan, and face pics taken by the PF when you entered at the airport the first time with your permanent visa during processing ? I did all this at GIG back in 2017.That is your biometrics. Read More
Citizenship based on marriage !! by A_KUMAR
Good morning everybody.. I'm living in Brazil since 20/03/2020 and married my Brazilian wife on 20/05/2020. I applied for residence permit trice but got delayed due to corona. Finally I got my CRNM CARD in September 2021, which was issued on ...
Dupe post. Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 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 ...
Privet brat. Read More
Wanna see how SUS really works ? I'm sitting in the UPA right now. by GuestPoster6669
Had a bad attack of what is either viral pneumonia or viral bronchitis yesterday. Can't stop coughing phlem, and didn't sleep all night. Sucks big time, I'm really sick. Feels like I am drowning and can't cough it up.Entered the UPA 10 minutes ago ...
Is it easier to go the "private" route rather than SUS? Not sure if this is even possible. - @Pablo888You can do everything privately in Brasil if you do not want to go thru SUS. Private consultations can even be done thru Zoom or WhatsApp video ... Read More
US and Brazil Taxes Revisited by sjpetzold
I’m sorry to bring this up again, but with tax season upon us, wise expats’ thoughts turn to the complexities of dual taxes. My wife and I are both US citizens filing jointly in the US. She is also a Brazil citizen while I have a ...
Brasil is not a tax haven. Having visited these kinds of countries, I am glad it is not. The top marginal tax rate is not high if you compare it to other jurisdictions around the globe. You need professional advice, not just internet advice. In ... Read More
1 Year Citizenship route by john8670
From what I understand I can become a citizen within 1 year of living in Brazil with my spouse if: I pass the CELPE-Bras exam or I complete a "Portuguese language course for immigrants in a Brazilian University" Does anyone know if this Portuguese ...
Just a FWIW post here for those hoping the various courses count towards proof of fluency in Portuguese.Stating that a PF officer "accepted" your document really means nothing as that person is only fulfilling protocol as fast as possible to get the ... 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 ...
I spent 18 months out of the country due to covid travel restrictions, and when I re-entered in late 2022, immigration didn't even blink. Read More
Beach Trike by alan279
I'm thinking about buying a beach trike. Would it be quickly stolen?
A R$4.000 bike will cost R$400 per year to insure. - @alan279 An R$80.000 car costs R$2.000..........I honestly think it is to useless to be stolen, a regular bike OTOH........ Read More
Relocation Companies by Expatax
Does anyone have recommendations for global relocation companies that provide services to Brazil?
Transworld Mudancas was who I used to ship our personal effects from Canada to Rio.Nota 10 !! Read More
Jao Pessoa by ltoby955
Does anyone live there or know about the city, Costs and safety woud help. Many thanks
Average property values have gone up 18 % in the last year based on two reports I have read in the last month.Whereas Rio de Janeiro, not counting the far flung suburbs, has gone down 4 %.FWIW......lots of good YT videos about JP. 800,000 people ... Read More
Brit moving to Brazil with minimal Portuguese by Terri Forward
Hi, I am a Brit, currently living in Singapore, where i met my current boyfriend, who is Brazilian. His contract in Singapore came to an end at the start of the year and i am now looking at the possibility of moving to Brazil. Unfortunately i dont ...
Welcome to the forum !! I'm a Canadian, married to a Brasilian, who initially moved back to Canada with me for 20 years. We recently moved back to Rio permanently 5 months ago.I'm fluent in Portuguese now however, and to the extent that even the ... Read More
Finding a country to retire in
@GwynjThis guy posted the same question 6 months ago and we both answered. He seems to refuse to engage when queried, making it impossible to assist him, and like you said, it's a somewhat difficult requirement. Northern rural Canada in 1970 seemed ... Read More
Finding a country to retire in by GuestPoster108899
My name is David. I live in Canada. I am 47. I want to retire abroad, but I am not sure which country to pick. The problem is that I am 47, not the normal retirement age.I do not have a pension, just savings and investments.I am not willing to make ...
Contact "Nomad Capitalist" at their website. Read More
Noisy neighboring pitbulls by mberigan
So for the last 8+ months out neighbor on the other side of the wall (muro) has been raising pitbulls. These guys keep barking day & night and the lady doesn't have a clue as to how to train them (they're spoiled) and believes that I shouldn't ...
Is there a noise bylaw that covers this ? For example certain things are not allowed after 10 pm, etc ?Is she breeding them and selling them ? Report her to the RF for tax evasion, and then report her to the equivalent of the SPCA, or ... Read More
Western Union by Gabriele Valloreia
HelloI am travelling to Rio de Janeiro next month. Do you think Western Union is the best option to withdraw some cash ? Do you have any feedback / experience ?CheersGabriel
In Canada we have INTERAC EFT which works exactly like a PIX does here but only with email or cell phone. Read More
Natal - Looking for Apartment-Share Opportunities here by Serafimachevska
Hi everyone! My name is Serafyma, and I’m currently living in Brazil but planning to move to Natal next month. I’m passionate about nature, good vibes, and exploring new places. I love jogging, learning to surf, and enjoying the ocean. ...
Have you should considered going to the city of Prudentopolis, as that is where 99% of Ukrainians live here in Brasil if you were not aware. It is located in the interior of SP state.Good luck. Read More
Western Union by Gabriele Valloreia
HelloI am travelling to Rio de Janeiro next month. Do you think Western Union is the best option to withdraw some cash ? Do you have any feedback / experience ?CheersGabriel
@Peter Itamaraca.....I've owned businesses in North America and the interchange fee, that is, the commission banks and the C/C system charge for using a C/C is usually around 1.75% to 2.75% of the transaction amount (in my case anyways). I realise ... Read More
Wanna see how SUS really works ? I'm sitting in the UPA right now. by GuestPoster6669
Had a bad attack of what is either viral pneumonia or viral bronchitis yesterday. Can't stop coughing phlem, and didn't sleep all night. Sucks big time, I'm really sick. Feels like I am drowning and can't cough it up.Entered the UPA 10 minutes ago ...
I agree. Our AC has been broken in Copa since August, but since we only spend weekends in Rio nowadays, we haven't gotten around to buying a replacement yet.This year has been colder than others too, so, an open window usually does the trick. Read More
Appointment Needed for Policia Federal in Sao Paulo for Visa Renewal? by californiainbrazil
My digital nomad renewal was approved and published in the DOU, so I have 30 days for an appointment with the Policia Federal in Sao Paulo. However, there are not any appointment available until February. Can I just show up without an appointment ...
@MikeHunterA very common practice actually. Happened to me twice with the Receita Federal and the consulate when I immigrated and declared my "landed day" for tax purposes. Read More
Western Union by Gabriele Valloreia
HelloI am travelling to Rio de Janeiro next month. Do you think Western Union is the best option to withdraw some cash ? Do you have any feedback / experience ?CheersGabriel
FWIW......I can use my C/C at Extra, Horti Fruti, Zona Sul and Pao Acucar in Copa, but not Mundial, who is cash or debit only......YMMV. 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 ...
@abthreeSo true eh ?The honeymoon for me started in 1999 and is going strong. Nothing in this country has been an obstacle, just an opportunity. Read More
Wanna see how SUS really works ? I'm sitting in the UPA right now. by GuestPoster6669
Had a bad attack of what is either viral pneumonia or viral bronchitis yesterday. Can't stop coughing phlem, and didn't sleep all night. Sucks big time, I'm really sick. Feels like I am drowning and can't cough it up.Entered the UPA 10 minutes ago ...
My private doctor just did a check up and I did about R$1.500 of tests she wanted thru this cooperative. Saved about $700 versus the regular lab prices, at the same lab as well. Good luck. Read More
Western Union by Gabriele Valloreia
HelloI am travelling to Rio de Janeiro next month. Do you think Western Union is the best option to withdraw some cash ? Do you have any feedback / experience ?CheersGabriel
Both airports have them. Their rates were acceptable to me for the convenience and the ability to get small notes. For example $500 USD is roughly R$2,500.......if it cost me R$50 -100 in fees or forex I didn't care because I can ask for ... Read More
Wanna see how SUS really works ? I'm sitting in the UPA right now. by GuestPoster6669
Had a bad attack of what is either viral pneumonia or viral bronchitis yesterday. Can't stop coughing phlem, and didn't sleep all night. Sucks big time, I'm really sick. Feels like I am drowning and can't cough it up.Entered the UPA 10 minutes ago ...
The one I use is called Pastore Assist and seems to mainly be domiciled in Rio de Janeiro and area.They all have offices where the various doctors work out of. In my case I have seen either several signs on the street at or near where they are open, ... Read More
Wanna see how SUS really works ? I'm sitting in the UPA right now. by GuestPoster6669
Had a bad attack of what is either viral pneumonia or viral bronchitis yesterday. Can't stop coughing phlem, and didn't sleep all night. Sucks big time, I'm really sick. Feels like I am drowning and can't cough it up.Entered the UPA 10 minutes ago ...
IMHO it is decades and miles ahead of the supposedly free and widely touted best in the world Canadian system. Which as a former Canadian I can swear in a court of law is an utter pathetic falsification and a shell of it's former self. Rant over ... Read More
Western Union by Gabriele Valloreia
HelloI am travelling to Rio de Janeiro next month. Do you think Western Union is the best option to withdraw some cash ? Do you have any feedback / experience ?CheersGabriel
@GabrieleWell, I have Brasilian bank accounts here as I am a permanent resident, so, there are no forex rates nor ATM access fees in my case today.Before I was a PR however, I also used credit cards exclusively for almost everything I bought here, ... Read More
Western Union by Gabriele Valloreia
HelloI am travelling to Rio de Janeiro next month. Do you think Western Union is the best option to withdraw some cash ? Do you have any feedback / experience ?CheersGabriel
They only allow R$1,000 per day... - @roddiesho How do you get by on R$1.000 per day? 😀 - @alan279 Depends on what termas you visit. 😁😁😁 Read More
Western Union by Gabriele Valloreia
HelloI am travelling to Rio de Janeiro next month. Do you think Western Union is the best option to withdraw some cash ? Do you have any feedback / experience ?CheersGabriel
@GabrieleI live in Copacabana. Use your bank card for ATM withdrawls or credit cards.Between New Years and Carnival street crime goes way up in Ipanema and Leblon as those are the two wealthiest areas in Rio that have favelas on the borders. A ... Read More
Wanna see how SUS really works ? I'm sitting in the UPA right now. by GuestPoster6669
Had a bad attack of what is either viral pneumonia or viral bronchitis yesterday. Can't stop coughing phlem, and didn't sleep all night. Sucks big time, I'm really sick. Feels like I am drowning and can't cough it up.Entered the UPA 10 minutes ago ...
AzitromicinaPrednisoneDipironaDoctor says viral bronchitis.2 kick ass antibiotics and "Mexican asirin" for pain LOL you cannot get Dipirona in Canada at all. Stuff works great, like Percocet. Total cost R$80.......about $13 USD or 1/3 the cost of ... Read More
Wanna see how SUS really works ? I'm sitting in the UPA right now. by GuestPoster6669
Had a bad attack of what is either viral pneumonia or viral bronchitis yesterday. Can't stop coughing phlem, and didn't sleep all night. Sucks big time, I'm really sick. Feels like I am drowning and can't cough it up.Entered the UPA 10 minutes ago ...
I slept under the fan overnight while uncovered, after a shower in 40 degree heat. My bad. Wife says "I told you so"........ Read More
Wanna see how SUS really works ? I'm sitting in the UPA right now. by GuestPoster6669
Had a bad attack of what is either viral pneumonia or viral bronchitis yesterday. Can't stop coughing phlem, and didn't sleep all night. Sucks big time, I'm really sick. Feels like I am drowning and can't cough it up.Entered the UPA 10 minutes ago ...
Just left the UPA with a prescription for 2 antibiotics. X-ray confirmed lung infection and inflammation.Less than 25 minutes. In Canada that would be 3-6 hours at a walk in clinic.This was in a city of 350,000 people with one SUS hospital only. In ... Read More
Wanna see how SUS really works ? I'm sitting in the UPA right now. by GuestPoster6669
Had a bad attack of what is either viral pneumonia or viral bronchitis yesterday. Can't stop coughing phlem, and didn't sleep all night. Sucks big time, I'm really sick. Feels like I am drowning and can't cough it up.Entered the UPA 10 minutes ago ...
Just had X-rays done. Waiting to see the doctor again. Read More
Wanna see how SUS really works ? I'm sitting in the UPA right now.
Had a bad attack of what is either viral pneumonia or viral bronchitis yesterday. Can't stop coughing phlem, and didn't sleep all night. Sucks big time, I'm really sick. Feels like I am drowning and can't cough it up.Entered the UPA 10 minutes ago ... Read More
Mercosur question by Ajaxster
I've only been able to get an AI bot's opinion on this question, was hoping for something a little more substantial:My significant other (we're not married) is Brazilian and we have a 15 y/o son together. Both my SO and my son have a Brazilian ...
Dupe post. Read More
Mercosur question by Ajaxster
I've only been able to get an AI bot's opinion on this question, was hoping for something a little more substantial:My significant other (we're not married) is Brazilian and we have a 15 y/o son together. Both my SO and my son have a Brazilian ...
Good luck !!!Note that without the child, if you were able to meet the requirements for a CRNM card on your own, the residency requirement BEFORE being allowed to apply for citizenship is 4 years. In late 2017 Brasil tightened up immigration rules ... Read More
Mercosur question by Ajaxster
I've only been able to get an AI bot's opinion on this question, was hoping for something a little more substantial:My significant other (we're not married) is Brazilian and we have a 15 y/o son together. Both my SO and my son have a Brazilian ...
Mercosur is an economic trade bloc. It is not like the EU. Having a Brasilian passport only removes the requirement to obtain a visa before visiting Mercosur countries as a tourist, nothing more.You can apply for a family reunification visa at a ... Read More
Help to sell my brazilian properties by kdlehr
i have had no success with my current estate agent in Divinopolis , minas Gerais and therefore looking to find a different contact. i came across a brazilian lawfirm that would deal with all aspects of propertie selling including sending the ...
My experience here is that I have bought 3 properties, with two purchases being completed directly with the owners and no agents involved, just my lawyer. The last one we bought was represented by an agent, and the owner lived in Santos, SP, so, we ... Read More
Help to sell my brazilian properties by kdlehr
i have had no success with my current estate agent in Divinopolis , minas Gerais and therefore looking to find a different contact. i came across a brazilian lawfirm that would deal with all aspects of propertie selling including sending the ...
This is an established and known US/Brasilian law firm with a strong presence on YT. They are not real estate agents. Members here have used them for other matters AFAIK. I have had no dealings with them personally.Perhaps the problem is not your RE ... Read More
Requirements for A Brazilian Drivers License by roddiesho
Specifically, how much Portuguese do you need to know in order to get the license?Roddie in Retirement🕵
In the pages of the license it lists the countries and there is no Brasil.No matter though......April isn't far away and we haven't even used our car for two weeks......heh. Read More
Requirements for A Brazilian Drivers License by roddiesho
Specifically, how much Portuguese do you need to know in order to get the license?Roddie in Retirement🕵
My recently purchased Canadian international license omits Brasil from the list of Hague convention participants. I only found out after paying $45 CAD and confirming Brasil was covered LOL. Once I read the document I realized otherwise. It is what ... Read More
Renting an apartment- newcomer in Brazil by Priyaexplora
Hi forum members, I have recently moved to Brazil. I have my RNE already, but dont have a credit history in Brazil. Till now I have been managing with Airbnb. But now I want to sign an yearly contract for an apartment. Can someone please guide me on ...
You do not need to register. Serasa automatically accumulates data from your purchases and credit applications and payment histories all thru your CPF.You can check your score for free online at their site. Read More
Requirements for A Brazilian Drivers License by roddiesho
Specifically, how much Portuguese do you need to know in order to get the license?Roddie in Retirement🕵
Your gringo driver's license is no longer valid IIRC after 60 days once you arrive in country. If you get stopped and the cop knows and checks your last entry stamp in your PP or the date of your Brasilian document, you're screwed.You must ... Read More
Renting an apartment- newcomer in Brazil by Priyaexplora
Hi forum members, I have recently moved to Brazil. I have my RNE already, but dont have a credit history in Brazil. Till now I have been managing with Airbnb. But now I want to sign an yearly contract for an apartment. Can someone please guide me on ...
If you have an RNE and CPF you should have got a bank account, a basic credit card, and a cell phone account on day two. In 12 months Serasa should have a good enough credit score on record for you to expand your credit access. I've been here ... Read More
Requirements for A Brazilian Drivers License by roddiesho
Specifically, how much Portuguese do you need to know in order to get the license?Roddie in Retirement🕵
I just went thru this exercise in Rio, and DETRAN-RJ has written on all of the forms that you "must be able to read and write" in Portuguese as one of the stated requirements. Obviously, with any language, if you can read and write, you call also ... Read More
Something about DETRAN you won't find online...... by GuestPoster6669
A foreigner must have their physical driver's license showing more than one year plus one day since issuance/renewal ON THE PHYSICAL CARD in order to do an "averbacao".........this is their term for the act of changing your gringo license to a ...
I got married in Rio in September 2001, about 2 weeks after the NY attacks. We were supposed to leave for our honeymoon in 4-5 days when I noticed my wife's passport had 3 months of validity remaining. As you know, the standing rule is you cannot ... Read More
How to sale a property in Brasil without a bank account in Brazil by Aleit
Good evening, I'm in Italian and I'm currently in Brasil trying to sale some properties that my family received from an inheritance from a family member that lived in brasil for over 40 years. Neither myself or any other family member lives ...
In addition to which, if said transfers were from assets you previously owned and paid tax on in your country of origin, and the transfers were completed within 6 months prior to, or12 months after your official first day of residency in country and ... Read More
Número do Título de eleitor with a retirement visa by Kurterino
HelloA few weeks ago, I posted a question because I had problems activating my Claro chip that I had just bought. At the time, I thought it was a problem with my postal number, the CEP, but actually, it was about my CPF. Even though the error ...
FWIW I have a rather deep IT background and analyzing how things work in software is something I cannot help but do. Brasilian websites, the public facing ones we all use, have their "nuances" shall we say......heh.I went to Detran for a refund two ... Read More
Automobile Fuel Cost in Brazil by alan279
What does it cost to buy fuel to drive your car a kilometer in Brazil? Just curious.
@mberigan Brazilians do seem to aspire to be Angelenos. Ilhéus is paving the beach, just like Southern California did in the 1960s. - @alan279Sorry to hear that Ilhéus is on that road.Yeah! Asphalt is [somehow] a measure of ... Read More
Regional Cost of Living Survey by bepmoht
A quick regional cost of living survey. My wife and I just finished two rather large (Bacon/cheese/burgers) on a bulky roll. Included veggies, tomato, lettuce, corn). Big chunks of Bacon probably 1/4 lbs worth. French fries included, I’d say ...
I just bought a 750ml bottle of Johnnie Walker Red whisky at a supermarket in Petropolis for R$58........!!!!FWIW that's about 1/3 the price of a comparable store Canada. Read More
How to sale a property in Brasil without a bank account in Brazil by Aleit
Good evening, I'm in Italian and I'm currently in Brasil trying to sale some properties that my family received from an inheritance from a family member that lived in brasil for over 40 years. Neither myself or any other family member lives ...
As a footnote banks have, since October of 2023, been allowed to open and manage escrow accounts in Brasil.Don't know the rules thought as I am a permanent resident, so, it's worth looking into for others. Read More
Número do Título de eleitor with a retirement visa by Kurterino
HelloA few weeks ago, I posted a question because I had problems activating my Claro chip that I had just bought. At the time, I thought it was a problem with my postal number, the CEP, but actually, it was about my CPF. Even though the error ...
Only citizens can have that. It is a card giving you the right to vote.Permanent residents and everyone else cannot vote, so, no titulo do eleitor for you. As a RNE holder here in all my many varied financial transactions across a broad spectrum of ... Read More
How to sale a property in Brasil without a bank account in Brazil by Aleit
Good evening, I'm in Italian and I'm currently in Brasil trying to sale some properties that my family received from an inheritance from a family member that lived in brasil for over 40 years. Neither myself or any other family member lives ...
My wife (a Brasilian) and I deal with Santander and Itau for our personal banking. In both cases we had introductions to the managers from relatives who were known long term clients. RNE, CPF, passports, proof of residence, etc, was required in each ... Read More