Rick
@rc206
American citizen
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American
Lives in Austin
Speaks English, Spanish and learning Portuguese !!!!!!!!!!
Registration: 05 June 2013
Vaccines required in Brazil by Diksha
Hello everybody, When living or moving abroad, and in particular in Brazil, vaccination against certain diseases is often required to enter the country or to avoid risks. We would like to ask you a few questions to help future expats ...
It's the same thing. but just a different site .And you are allowed to have your opinion even though it is different then mine.I have many family and friends that work in the front line of the medical field and none of them agree with you .I ... Read More
Vaccines required in Brazil by Diksha
Hello everybody, When living or moving abroad, and in particular in Brazil, vaccination against certain diseases is often required to enter the country or to avoid risks. We would like to ask you a few questions to help future expats ...
Well, good for you.We need Facebook police like you. : ) Anyways. I tried to delete the posts since some people have such thin skin but it would not let me .But since you wanted to get involved maybe you can contact the Admin and have them delete ... Read More
Vaccines required in Brazil
Ok. I was just explaining why I thought he was giving fake news but I’m sorry that I talked some much about politics that it bothered you and others . I have seen so many people talk about politics and I didn’t see anybody from there ... Read More
Vaccines required in Brazil
Well ,maybe where you are from but that is not true for most of Brasil.In the news it said only 1 million people out of 220 million have gotten the corona virus vaccine .I bet most of the ones that got the vaccine are rich and friends of Bolsonaro. ... Read More
Vaccines required in Brazil
I am from Austin Texas too ,Good luck.I love Brasil. Read More
Vaccines required in Brazil
It's people like you that help spread the Corona 19 virus.I am back in Texas.Ater living Northeast Brasil.President Bolsonaro called the virus .Just like the common cold .WHAT THE HELL.Since almost every country in the world is fighting the ... Read More
How to get RNE card and bank account? by rc206
I am waiting on my permanent pension (viper) visa.If approved I will be moving to Brazil in the next few months.Once there I know how to get my CPF card but how do I get my RNE card and bank account? Obrigado
So, to just get a Rne card.What do I need ? Read More
Shipping companies and brokers to Brazil
I am checking out shipping companies and brokers to send my stuff to Brazil.Can anybody give me info and who they used.Please only send info If its a company used within the last two years .Did you use a company and a Brazilian broker too? Thanks Read More
Moving to Brazil with pets from USA!
Does anyone have info on moving to Brazil with pets that has moved in the last year! I am waiting on my viper visa.If approved.I will be moving to Brazil with my two dogs.They will fly with me from Miami to Fortaleza .One dog will be with me on the ... Read More
How to get RNE card and bank account?
I am waiting on my permanent pension (viper) visa.If approved I will be moving to Brazil in the next few months.Once there I know how to get my CPF card but how do I get my RNE card and bank account? Obrigado Read More
Moving to Brazil - How to ship a container by emilie116
Hi! Lately many have been curious about shipping to Brazil, and my husband and I moved to Brazil lately. We shipped our stuff last march from Montreal (Canada) to Santos (closest port to Sao Paulo). I will let you know what I learned from that ...
Hi, what company did you use and from what country? Thanks! Read More
Moving to Brazil - How to ship a container by emilie116
Hi! Lately many have been curious about shipping to Brazil, and my husband and I moved to Brazil lately. We shipped our stuff last march from Montreal (Canada) to Santos (closest port to Sao Paulo). I will let you know what I learned from that ...
Did you hire a company and a broker in Brazil too? Read More
A Gringo's Survival Guide to Brazil by James
[img align=L]http://9imb150dy03dci7w3gxvi91b.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/survival-guide.jpg[/img]A Gringo’s Survival Guide to Brazil (or everything you ever wanted to know about life in Brazil and couldn’t find ...
So sorry to hear about his passing.God bess him and his family. Read More
Best cities to live in the USA by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to the USA. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
I just looked up best state economies in 2015 in the United States !Texas was #2 and Washinton state was like # 6 ! Google it ! Read More
Best cities to live in the USA by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to the USA. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
What about the cost of living there ? Read More
Best cities to live in the USA by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to the USA. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
I agree with you and I live in Austin! It is also changing from a small city to a medium city ! Due to sooooo many people moving here . It is changing for the worse. It already has bad traffic and is getting worse every month and like 1000 people ... Read More
US Dollar and Petrobras shares almost neck and neck by James
[img align=c]https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/24/Onedolar2009series.jpg[/img] Well for those who've been watching shares of Petrobras have dropped to their lowest point in the last 12 years, closing today at R$4,47 (low ...
Two years ago .I said the US dollar would be by the end of 2015 4 to 1to the real ! I also said a year ago that by the end of 2016 the US dollar would be 5 to 1 to the real!!!!! I just wish I could predict the future of the US economy ahead of ... Read More
Bombinhas - SC stay away if you don't agree with exploiting tourists by James
We all know, only too well, that almost every tourist destination in this country has 3 separate price tables; one for locals, another for Brazilian tourists, and yet another for foreign tourists. It's so bad in some cities where I've lived ...
I love Floripa but I will stop going there if they do this !!!!!!!!!!! :o Read More
Visa free entry countries on Travel documents of Brazil by drHussain
Dear sir. Have a nice day. I want to know about the visa free entry countries list on the yallow travel documents for estrangeiro. Which is issue by the Brazilian police fedral . Is this valid for travel.and wich countries have not required ...
Just about everybody but America and Canada can come without a visa! lol Read More
Brazilian Real is at 3.06 against the USD! by VictoriaChandler
This is the highest it's been since August 2004. How much worse can it get? I guess I won't be taking any trips abroad anytime soon. :unsure But now would be a good time to invite my family to come visit from the U.S. I moved here 6 ...
The real is better today at 3.91 . Read More
HOME BUYERS BEWARE - NEW SCAM IN BRAZIL by James
As if purchasing real estate in Brazil didn't already have a high degree of risk, what with various taxes that remain with the property, lack of clear title, debts for utilities that pass with the transfer is not paid, and squatters rights laws ...
First off! You are so right to always hire an attorney .Being a foreigner makes it even more important. But you wonder why people don't trust attorneys .Well, many politicians in America were attorneys and nobody trusts them.So, it's ... Read More
Brazilian housing bubble? When will it burst? by VictoriaChandler
I'm moving to Brazil later this year and will be getting married to my fiance who has been a permanent resident of Brazil for 30 years. We are considering buying an apartment in Campinas, but based on everything I've read, the Brazilian ...
Just remember the prices for houses on the internet can be overpriced as high as 50% to 70% .It's called "The Gringo price".It's crazy how much foreigners will overpay for a property. You have to buy in person and it's great to ... Read More
Brazilian Real is at 3.06 against the USD! by VictoriaChandler
This is the highest it's been since August 2004. How much worse can it get? I guess I won't be taking any trips abroad anytime soon. :unsure But now would be a good time to invite my family to come visit from the U.S. I moved here 6 ...
I have been looking at beach property in Northeastern Brazil.It's crazy that the prices are still way too high! The prices were overpriced in the first place and many owners refuse to drop their high prices.I will wait them out! lol Read More
Brazilian Real is at 3.06 against the USD! by VictoriaChandler
This is the highest it's been since August 2004. How much worse can it get? I guess I won't be taking any trips abroad anytime soon. :unsure But now would be a good time to invite my family to come visit from the U.S. I moved here 6 ...
Brazil made a big mistake joining the BRICS . China and Russia will lead Brazil down a bad path.Brazil is making many of the same mistakes America did in 2009 .The dollar is 4.05 to the real. I said it would happen and people told me I was crazy ... Read More
Brazilian Real is at 3.06 against the USD! by VictoriaChandler
This is the highest it's been since August 2004. How much worse can it get? I guess I won't be taking any trips abroad anytime soon. :unsure But now would be a good time to invite my family to come visit from the U.S. I moved here 6 ...
Two years ago I said the real would be at 4.00 to 1.00 by the end of 2015.Today it got to 3.99 ! I say it will get to 5.00 to 1.00 by the end of 2016 .Great time to maybe buy some rental property ! :) I feel read bad for the people of Brazil ... Read More
Driving in Brazil by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Brazil? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
I read your post.I have to say that America has never been like Brazil since I have been alive .I am 53 and live in Texas.Texas is very safe and for the most part and so is most of America.I have traveled the 48 states and Alaska .I have traveled ... Read More
Looking for information about Brazil and new friends by OGA1
Hi , everyone My name is Olga and i want to explore possibility of moving to Brazil. I wonder if people could help me with answers to quite a few questions i have - thank you. Freedom index?... Are any banking regulations limiting amounts of ...
Hi Olga, I have to ask ! Why are you living Ecuador ? I have friends living there and they love it.They say that the scenery,food,hospitals ,cost of beach house in safe area is all good.The government likes expats and their money.Thanka and welcome. Read More
Safety in Brazil by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Brazil? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
This will be a big thing for me.Growing up in Texas and being able to drive is a freedom I won't give up. Getting robbed in our trucks almost never happens but we are allowed to carry guns legally.This is the main reason nobody is stupid enough ... Read More
Safety in Brazil by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Brazil? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
I have been going to Brazil since 2002.I was robbed on the beach at 5 am and I was drunk and alone.This could of happened in any city in the world.The difference was if it were in LA or NY.I PROBABLY WOULD OF BEEN KILLED.I fought the guys and got my ... Read More
african killer bees by spanishpete
Hi there all, has anyone out there in Ex pat land had any dealings with African killer bees I have a nest, in my garden that ive been told is a nest of African killer bees I know, they wont there yesterday, but I noticed they is a nest on a tree, ...
If they aren't African bees then if possible you should leave them alone.Bees are very very important to the world and are disappearing at an alarming rates.Good luck. Read More
Brazilian Real is at 3.06 against the USD! by VictoriaChandler
This is the highest it's been since August 2004. How much worse can it get? I guess I won't be taking any trips abroad anytime soon. :unsure But now would be a good time to invite my family to come visit from the U.S. I moved here 6 ...
It got up to 3.31 and now is 3.17 .I think it will rise again to 4-1 . Read More
Brazilian Real is at 3.06 against the USD! by VictoriaChandler
This is the highest it's been since August 2004. How much worse can it get? I guess I won't be taking any trips abroad anytime soon. :unsure But now would be a good time to invite my family to come visit from the U.S. I moved here 6 ...
I agree with you but I have been saying for 2 years that the dollar will get to 4-1 on the real. Then I will be looking to buy rental property in Northeast Brazil. Its great news for me but bad for the Brazilians. Just like here in Texas.Gas prices ... Read More
Brazilian Real is at 3.06 against the USD! by VictoriaChandler
This is the highest it's been since August 2004. How much worse can it get? I guess I won't be taking any trips abroad anytime soon. :unsure But now would be a good time to invite my family to come visit from the U.S. I moved here 6 ...
You are right. The dollar now is 3.13 to the real! I love it ! I predicted this and none of by friends believed me. I think it may get close or at 4 to 1 . It hasn't been this good since I first came to Brazil in 2002 . Texas economy is the best ... Read More
Brazil has more lightning strikes than almost anywhere in the world by James
[img align=c]http://correio.rac.com.br/_midias/jpg/2014/12/29/praia_grande-3123631.jpg[/img] Four people from the same family were killed and four others injured by a lightning strike this afternoon in Praia Grande - SP. Brazil has one of the ...
Thanks James.I never knew Brazil had this many. I thought Florida was bad !!!! Wow!!!!! Read More
Dating Brazilians by firlus
This might sound funny, but I couldn't help wonder since I'm a trained relationship and dating coach, how gringos are viewed in terms of dating? In other words, is it ever considered a bit strange or socially awkward for Brazilians to be ...
Your laws have flaws. Rssss. Your laws are only for the rich and for men. As in just about ever Latin countries the man gets away with murder. I have seen many times that a man has beaten a women near death and the police almost never take the man ... Read More
Dating Brazilians by firlus
This might sound funny, but I couldn't help wonder since I'm a trained relationship and dating coach, how gringos are viewed in terms of dating? In other words, is it ever considered a bit strange or socially awkward for Brazilians to be ...
You sound like you have a great relationship and I wish you nothing but the best. Read More
Dating Brazilians by firlus
This might sound funny, but I couldn't help wonder since I'm a trained relationship and dating coach, how gringos are viewed in terms of dating? In other words, is it ever considered a bit strange or socially awkward for Brazilians to be ...
I always hear guys from countries that I visit.Talk about how the women love them and they are the best lovers .They say their women only are after the Gingos for money and a visa.They never say how some of them cheat and hit their women.How some ... Read More
where do the best high school? by alicesoster
i'll do high school somewhere of USA, but i don't know which state. I need to choose the state until jan's end!!!! Please,help me for choose a state without accent and with the best education! thank you!
Texas is a great a place to go to high school and college at .You have so many high schools and colleges to choose from A few of them are rated real high.There are many good Catholic and other private high schools.As for colleges. Rice ... Read More
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS by James
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS *************************************************************************************************** EDIT OF JULY 17, 2015 INFORMATION REGARDING NEW FEE STRUCTURE FOR PERMANENCY, ...
I see why Americans and others give up on getting a permanent visa in Brazil .After many emails to my local consulate .I received several rude emails back. Saying that the info my friend had read on the Boston consulate site was incorrect and not ... Read More
The Brazilians' LOVE / HATE Relationship With Water by James
[img align=c]http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4mOqTYelB1M/Txbba3JrbfI/AAAAAAAACaM/QZVRUIudBxM/s320/IMG_0046.JPG[/img] Brazilians truly have a love / hate relationship with water. Either there is way too much of it, causing floods and landslides that kill ...
We have been having our worst drought in Texas history.Some parts of the state since 1999.They say we could be heading towards a mega drought or 100 year drought .All new houses are required to have water saving devices.A lot of people are good at ... Read More
Yet Another Bank Strike!!! by James
[img align=l]https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRDzJ_qTZdve0n4cswhnlfa2eevSZFhyvqbm3T1PsswhNpLZJl_pA[/img] There are three things that certain in Brazil - DEATH, TAXES AND STRIKES. It appears that the things that top the list of ...
If I understand from the Brazilian consulate in Houston . I would have to transfer my retirement check from my Wells Fargo Account into a Brazilian back account ! Ugh Read More
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS by James
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS *************************************************************************************************** EDIT OF JULY 17, 2015 INFORMATION REGARDING NEW FEE STRUCTURE FOR PERMANENCY, ...
Hi James I looked at the Boston consulate website and it says $2000.00 and several other sites say the same thing! Then I found the Houston consulate! It say $6000.00 reals. Ugh! I emailed them and they said $6000 reals or $2500 dollars!! I ... Read More
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS by James
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS *************************************************************************************************** EDIT OF JULY 17, 2015 INFORMATION REGARDING NEW FEE STRUCTURE FOR PERMANENCY, ...
Hi James. I called them but they won't answer phone calls. I will email them. They government site I went to said $2000. If they did it in reals. It would change too much but I will check with. Thanks. Read More
The Shameful Plight of Dogs in Brazil by James
[img align=l]http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRKAvZVMSYN84_cmx2FEKNmqbYRQ5Agn9STW5kEXXQ-h-RJd8W7iQ[/img] Developing nations seem to be pretty much the same all over the world when it comes to attitudes, treatment and the condition of dogs ...
Hi, I live in Austin Texas Usa.My city,county and state have a few no kill shelters . If I can help you then send me a pm. I know of a program in America where they fly dogs/cats from overcrowded shelters to ones that aren't in another ... Read More
Pets
Hi, did you ever move with your pets to Brazil? If so, can you tell your experience and what was needed moving from Texas ? Thanks ! Read More
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS by James
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS *************************************************************************************************** EDIT OF JULY 17, 2015 INFORMATION REGARDING NEW FEE STRUCTURE FOR PERMANENCY, ...
Hi Matt. So do I need to apply for my permanent visa before I move there ? I will be retiring like Oct 2015 and selling my home.I will have retirement net check for over the $2000 and I am over 50 years old. I understand this is the requirements of ... Read More
Yet Another Bank Strike!!! by James
[img align=l]https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRDzJ_qTZdve0n4cswhnlfa2eevSZFhyvqbm3T1PsswhNpLZJl_pA[/img] There are three things that certain in Brazil - DEATH, TAXES AND STRIKES. It appears that the things that top the list of ...
Hi Matt. So,I am planning on moving to Northeast Brazil in about a year or so from now. I will probably rent a beach house for a year and if everything works out .I will buy a place in Brazil. I have my main back account with Wells Fargo here in ... Read More
Renting and moving to Fortaleza! by rc206
I sent emails to several members in Fortaleza and didn't get any responses.I tried contacting Aneil and no response.So, I will post here.I have been traveling to Brazil since 2002 and to Fortaleza the past few years. I have decided to retire Nov ...
These sites are soooo much help. Thanks again !!!!!!! Read More
Renting and moving to Fortaleza! by rc206
I sent emails to several members in Fortaleza and didn't get any responses.I tried contacting Aneil and no response.So, I will post here.I have been traveling to Brazil since 2002 and to Fortaleza the past few years. I have decided to retire Nov ...
Thank you all soo much!!!!!!! :) Read More
Renting and moving to Fortaleza! by rc206
I sent emails to several members in Fortaleza and didn't get any responses.I tried contacting Aneil and no response.So, I will post here.I have been traveling to Brazil since 2002 and to Fortaleza the past few years. I have decided to retire Nov ...
James is their an English version of these two sites? Read More
Renting and moving to Fortaleza! by rc206
I sent emails to several members in Fortaleza and didn't get any responses.I tried contacting Aneil and no response.So, I will post here.I have been traveling to Brazil since 2002 and to Fortaleza the past few years. I have decided to retire Nov ...
As usual ! Thanks James .In the past I have set up trips to Rio for family,friends and clients but just for holidays.A few times in other parts of Brazil and this included Fortaleza. It's a big difference for a longer period of time like a year ... Read More
Renting and moving to Fortaleza!
I sent emails to several members in Fortaleza and didn't get any responses.I tried contacting Aneil and no response.So, I will post here.I have been traveling to Brazil since 2002 and to Fortaleza the past few years. I have decided to retire Nov ... Read More
New friends in fortaleza-br
Oi, I having been visiting Fortaleza and I am looking for a place near the beach to rent.Any suggestions. I am wanting to move to Fortaleza next year.Rick Read More
Dangerous turning point for Brazil by James
[img align=c]http://negrobelchior.cartacapital.com.br/wp-content/uploads/negrobelchior/sites/2/2014/02/Negro-amarrado-a-poste.jpg[/img] Brazil has reached a very dangerous turning point. Fed up with at least a decade of hollow promises of legal ...
Love it !!!!! In Texas ! Many people want you to break in their house ! Cause they have a little friend for you to meet !!!!!! :lol: I believe a person should have the right to protect themselves and their property from criminals ! So, I guess ... Read More
The Shameful Plight of Dogs in Brazil by James
[img align=l]http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRKAvZVMSYN84_cmx2FEKNmqbYRQ5Agn9STW5kEXXQ-h-RJd8W7iQ[/img] Developing nations seem to be pretty much the same all over the world when it comes to attitudes, treatment and the condition of dogs ...
Sadly,this happens in soooo many parts of the world.Getting pets fixed and getting pets from shelters and not from breeders helps a lot too ! Educating people too .I have known several Brazilian girls to get a puppy and in 6 months to a year.I ask ... Read More
Man Throws Dogs From Sixth Floor Window in Copacabana by James
[img align=l]http://s2.glbimg.com/PmiIEWTDSk1Gnm8_nBLZlDrBMrU=/300x225/s.glbimg.com/jo/g1/f/original/2013/05/22/cao.jpg[/img] Well, I thought that I had already seen every kind of human depravity in my eleven years here in Brazil, but I was ...
This is sooo sad.Animal abuse does happen in America too.People like to use antifreeze to kill animals.I heard dogs like the taste of it! Dog fighting is another thing bad thing.This is something that bothered me in Brazil and many other countries ... Read More
Man Throws Dogs From Sixth Floor Window in Copacabana by James
[img align=l]http://s2.glbimg.com/PmiIEWTDSk1Gnm8_nBLZlDrBMrU=/300x225/s.glbimg.com/jo/g1/f/original/2013/05/22/cao.jpg[/img] Well, I thought that I had already seen every kind of human depravity in my eleven years here in Brazil, but I was ...
If anyone hurts one of my pets.I fear I will go to prison after I am done with them !!!!!! Read More
Brazilian reaction to MH17 downing by Lighthand
Hi All, Firstly I would like to say that though I will never know the pain family and friends of the victims are feeling. I do feel sadness, confusion and anger, at this senseless murder of so many people onboard MH17. I was just wondering what ...
So very sad and my prayers go out to their family and friends .God bless them all !!!!!!!! May these criminals be punished !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Read More
I am starting to wonder why anyone moves to Brazil !!!! by rc206
Since I joined this site.I read post after post from expats living in Brazil.They talk about how bad the traffic,crime,roads,people,starting a business,buying a house ,getting a job, the weather ,cost of living in some cities .So why did you move ...
I heard that most of the bars have closed on Atlantica ave in Rio .I haven't been to Rio since Jan 2012.Is this true? Te amor Arpoador !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Read More
I am starting to wonder why anyone moves to Brazil !!!! by rc206
Since I joined this site.I read post after post from expats living in Brazil.They talk about how bad the traffic,crime,roads,people,starting a business,buying a house ,getting a job, the weather ,cost of living in some cities .So why did you move ...
Thanks. I really like Fortaleza area and Cumbuco. It seems like property prices are rising there. I want a beach house in a safe area for me and my dogs. I we be back there soon to look for a place. I just don't want to pay gringo prices. Lol Read More
I am starting to wonder why anyone moves to Brazil !!!! by rc206
Since I joined this site.I read post after post from expats living in Brazil.They talk about how bad the traffic,crime,roads,people,starting a business,buying a house ,getting a job, the weather ,cost of living in some cities .So why did you move ...
I agree with you.The Brazilian people are the nicest in the world! Even my home town of Austin Texas.Which is my favorite place to live in America.The music capital of the world.It also has bad traffic,hot weather etc... So, no place is perfect.I ... Read More
A Gringo's Survival Guide to Brazil by James
[img align=L]http://9imb150dy03dci7w3gxvi91b.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/survival-guide.jpg[/img]A Gringo’s Survival Guide to Brazil (or everything you ever wanted to know about life in Brazil and couldn’t find ...
Thanks ! This was soooo helpful !!!!!!!! Read More
I am starting to wonder why anyone moves to Brazil !!!!
Since I joined this site.I read post after post from expats living in Brazil.They talk about how bad the traffic,crime,roads,people,starting a business,buying a house ,getting a job, the weather ,cost of living in some cities .So why did you move ... Read More
Staying safe on Brazil's roads and highways by James
[img align=l]http://www.sindivapa.com.br/erapido/arquivos/midia/54aba0cab51f3d7692f332693634e47d.jpg[/img] Staying safe on Brazils roads and highways The shocking December 7th murder of noted Canadian businessman Dean Tiessen as a result of ...
I want to apologize to usmc_mv about his post ! As I didn't know he was part of the expat team.So, I see why he made his comments. It was explained to me how the system works on this site and who is on the team ! Thanks William James Woodward ... Read More
The "Party" is over........ by Lighthand
With the "event" that happened last night. I guess the big party is over? I hope that don't mean the protests will start again... :( :(
Sorry if I came off rude! It was not my intention ! Read More
Staying safe on Brazil's roads and highways by James
[img align=l]http://www.sindivapa.com.br/erapido/arquivos/midia/54aba0cab51f3d7692f332693634e47d.jpg[/img] Staying safe on Brazils roads and highways The shocking December 7th murder of noted Canadian businessman Dean Tiessen as a result of ...
This was for usmc_mv . He said ! "Ok, swallow you national pride and your statistics. And please watch your language as it is against forum rules. No one cares how many states and cities you have been to" . Since that is what he said. I ... Read More
The "Party" is over........ by Lighthand
With the "event" that happened last night. I guess the big party is over? I hope that don't mean the protests will start again... :( :(
Actually I was addressing this to Lacret60 ! Lmao Read More
The "Party" is over........ by Lighthand
With the "event" that happened last night. I guess the big party is over? I hope that don't mean the protests will start again... :( :(
You say you are sorry for Brazil but by going in such detail.It sounds like you are rubbing it in! I am sure they don't want or need to be reminded of this loss!!!!!!! Read More
Staying safe on Brazil's roads and highways by James
[img align=l]http://www.sindivapa.com.br/erapido/arquivos/midia/54aba0cab51f3d7692f332693634e47d.jpg[/img] Staying safe on Brazils roads and highways The shocking December 7th murder of noted Canadian businessman Dean Tiessen as a result of ...
"And please watch your language as it is against forum rules. No one cares how many states and cities you have been to." So, are you giving your opinion or are you the blog police? By the way you are talking.It's seems like you think ... Read More
Green Card with Drug Conviction??? by TammiElaine
Hi, I am a US citizen and my husband is British. I currently live in London with him on a settlement visa. We've decided that we prefer to live in America but my husband does has a criminal record from 12 years ago. He has a Class A drug ...
I had a friend who just applied for a job with a major US airline .He has a misd drug charge dismissed then expunged . He was asked on his application .Have you ever been convicted of a crime.He was also asked .Have you ever been arrested for a ... Read More
Green Card with Drug Conviction??? by TammiElaine
Hi, I am a US citizen and my husband is British. I currently live in London with him on a settlement visa. We've decided that we prefer to live in America but my husband does has a criminal record from 12 years ago. He has a Class A drug ...
An expungement is the deletion of a persons entire criminal conviction record from any court, police record, or criminal justice agency. Different U.S. states take different approaches to expungement, but in general if the court expunges your ... Read More
Considering leaving the USA to move to Philippines by zinsavage123
Hello everyone :D I am new here by the way. Now I have quite a bit of questions and everyone here seems awesome so here goes. After doing my research it seems moving to the Philippines is what many like to do. The cost of living I hear their vs the ...
This sounds like a great ideas ! I was in the Philippines when I was in the Navy and I was there again about three years ago. And don't give me wrong I did like the Philippines. The friends I made there were wonderful. I don't want to ... Read More
Considering leaving the USA to move to Philippines by zinsavage123
Hello everyone :D I am new here by the way. Now I have quite a bit of questions and everyone here seems awesome so here goes. After doing my research it seems moving to the Philippines is what many like to do. The cost of living I hear their vs the ...
Hi. If you will go to the expat part on Brazil then check with the expats that live near Fortaleza. They can give you I more info. They can also give you a site that will compare your city with Fortaleza I am looking at small towns near there like ... Read More
Considering leaving the USA to move to Philippines by zinsavage123
Hello everyone :D I am new here by the way. Now I have quite a bit of questions and everyone here seems awesome so here goes. After doing my research it seems moving to the Philippines is what many like to do. The cost of living I hear their vs the ...
I love Texas and it's way cheaper in Austin Texas than it is in the Philippines. It's much safer and you can own your own home. The economy is one of the best if not the best in the United States. So far we have had no Terrorist Muslim ... Read More
True costs of day to day life by Ubersaramck
Hi Everyone, Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to answer my questions already! I am in your debt! Currently I am trying to do a budget list for day to day living in Uruguay. How much does it actually cost to live? Monthly utilities, ...
São Paulo is one of the largest cities in the world and the largest in Brazil.It's not fair to use it as an example of Brazil in general ! I live in Austin Texas but would never compare Houston Texas .As an example on how it is to live in ... Read More
Exporting a cat or dog from Cambodia to USA? by thewhatwhats
This was meant for the Cambodian forum but was moved here. Any personal experiences with this that you can share would be helpful though as I am trying to collect information on this to share with the cambodian expat community. Does anyone have ...
I was thinking the same thing ! lmao Read More
Green Card with Drug Conviction??? by TammiElaine
Hi, I am a US citizen and my husband is British. I currently live in London with him on a settlement visa. We've decided that we prefer to live in America but my husband does has a criminal record from 12 years ago. He has a Class A drug ...
In America you can have a charge expunged but the actual arrest is still on your record.When you apply for say a job and you don't mention the arrest.It will still show up .When they run your NCIC check. For International charges they will go ... Read More
Cost of life and everyday life in Caracas by Emilieyveline
Hi, I'm a 29 yo female teacher moving to Caracas on my own in August and wondered two things. Firstly, what is the monthly amount in Bolivares that sounds right to need monthly, aside from rent (not including rent). A rough idea would be ...
My friend ! You are dead wrong about the pirated taxis .I have traveled the world.Pirated taxis have robbed me and my clients in several countries.One even tried to kill one of my clients . I also own a taxi business in Texas and they have tried to ... Read More
Considering leaving the USA to move to Philippines by zinsavage123
Hello everyone :D I am new here by the way. Now I have quite a bit of questions and everyone here seems awesome so here goes. After doing my research it seems moving to the Philippines is what many like to do. The cost of living I hear their vs the ...
Dude, I have visited many places inn the world.I am from Austin Texas.You need to visit places and stay there a few months before even thinking of moving there.It's all great to see a video or even visit a place on vacation! It's a whole ... Read More
Considering leaving the USA to move to Philippines by zinsavage123
Hello everyone :D I am new here by the way. Now I have quite a bit of questions and everyone here seems awesome so here goes. After doing my research it seems moving to the Philippines is what many like to do. The cost of living I hear their vs the ...
Dang it ! You say you are a American living in the Philippines and it seems by your post you don't want any other Americans to move there ! Lmao Read More
Has anyone aired a Great Dane to Costa Rica before?? by donnago
Me and my husband are thinking about moving to Costa Rica in a couple of years, we have 3 dogs but 1 of them is a Great Dane and is around 115lbs I'm concerned if the airlines will take a animal this big? Has anyone aired a Great Dane to Costa Rica ...
Hi, just read what you wrote!I got family in Monroe and New Orleans !!!! I live in South Austin Texas.We have several poisonous snakes here.We also have people that train dogs to stay away from them. The rattler isn't as easy as other snakes for ... Read More
Dangerous turning point for Brazil by James
[img align=c]http://negrobelchior.cartacapital.com.br/wp-content/uploads/negrobelchior/sites/2/2014/02/Negro-amarrado-a-poste.jpg[/img] Brazil has reached a very dangerous turning point. Fed up with at least a decade of hollow promises of legal ...
I was robbed my first year in Rio back in 2002. It was on the beach at 5 am . It was drunk . It was three Brazilian guys. Them tool my watch and a dummies wallet that had 10 reals. The watch was a $50 watch given to me by a friend of mine that ... Read More
Dangerous turning point for Brazil by James
[img align=c]http://negrobelchior.cartacapital.com.br/wp-content/uploads/negrobelchior/sites/2/2014/02/Negro-amarrado-a-poste.jpg[/img] Brazil has reached a very dangerous turning point. Fed up with at least a decade of hollow promises of legal ...
Hello everybody.I am still leaving in America.In Austin Texas. We have crime but nothing like Mexico and parts of South America.I also do not know one American anywhere in the the states that leaves there doors open these days.I find it very hard ... Read More
searching for an accommodation
With traffic from World cup then staying outside of Rio would be crazy.Traveling on a bus late at night even crazier. I have rode the Rio buses at night with my ex Brazilian girlfriend.To most areas in and Around Rio.It was and is very very ... Read More
nightlife in Rio
Many places to go but I like Lapa ! Google it ! It's a real fun time and many bars to choose from .Go in group if you can but it's pretty safe area.It's always best to take a few Brazilian friends with you.When you go out at night in Rio.Always take ... Read More
Beer - Brazilian or imported???
Te Amo Skol ! Love the taste if it's ice cold and you can't get in Texas ! Read More
how much?! by charbel richa
How much do you think a person will need as money if he is willing to stay for 45 days during the world cup 2014 ?!
They are right.I have set up many trips to Rio over the years for clients,friends and family. I have been checking air fairs,apts, etc.. Many places that I used before are charging 5 times or more than just a few months ago.A few people have told me ... Read More
Dangerous turning point for Brazil by James
[img align=c]http://negrobelchior.cartacapital.com.br/wp-content/uploads/negrobelchior/sites/2/2014/02/Negro-amarrado-a-poste.jpg[/img] Brazil has reached a very dangerous turning point. Fed up with at least a decade of hollow promises of legal ...
Thanks James. I guess it's like my dad always said. It's all about who you hangout with. Where you hangout and at what time. :) Read More
Dangerous turning point for Brazil by James
[img align=c]http://negrobelchior.cartacapital.com.br/wp-content/uploads/negrobelchior/sites/2/2014/02/Negro-amarrado-a-poste.jpg[/img] Brazil has reached a very dangerous turning point. Fed up with at least a decade of hollow promises of legal ...
This makes it's sound like Brazil is very dangerous and criminals are free to do what they want! I read in other articles you say how safe it is then I read your posts now! Which is it? Read More
VISAS Class Action Suit by James
I am contemplating bringing on a Class Action Suit naming as co-respondents the Policia Federal, Ministério da Justiça, Conselho Nacional de Imigração for unacceptable delays in the issuing of VIPER Permanent Visas and the subsequent Cédula de ...
Thanks. I guess ever place has it's problems. I just have to find one that I like and can deal with. My City of Austin Texas is one if the popular places in America to move to. All the things I liked about it are changing way too fast. Like ... Read More
VISAS Class Action Suit by James
I am contemplating bringing on a Class Action Suit naming as co-respondents the Policia Federal, Ministério da Justiça, Conselho Nacional de Imigração for unacceptable delays in the issuing of VIPER Permanent Visas and the subsequent Cédula de ...
It sounds like living in Brazil from another country isn't all that great when it comes to the government.I love Brazil but this is the one of the reason that I have been looking at other countries too! It just seems like Brazil is getting more ... Read More
What do you miss? by jdesorte
As an expat living outside of the US for an extended period of time, what things/ products do you miss the most that aren't available or are hard to get in your host country?
Yes, I have seen this with many if my friends and a few clients. This is the price that you pay living abroad. This is why I will rent before I buy and keep my house in Texas. As my back up plan. It is one thing to go on vacation to a country and ... Read More
Can a man and a woman be JUST friends? by hutkgjf
Can a man and a woman be JUST friends?
I don't know where you have traveled or the women you have met.You are sterotyping all women in a few groups.Just like no two people are the same.No two women are.I have met the good ,bad,the gold diggers etc.. I have found with many women that I ... Read More
Currency Exchange Rate by David1946
I have looked the Ecuador forum for a currency exchange rate from US Dollars to the currency used in ecuador and i didnt see it can someone please tell me the Exchange rate or if it isn the forum tell me where. ...
You are soooo right. Almost all Americans that I know in America would never do this here. I can never understand how they get ticked into doing it in other countries. I've done a lot of Internet research on real estate in other countries! People ... Read More
Can a man and a woman be JUST friends? by hutkgjf
Can a man and a woman be JUST friends?
Hi, I have several women that I have been friends with for years .I think of them as sisters though.I have never thought of them as a girl friend though.They are American women.I am more interested in South American women. Read More
Currency Exchange Rate by David1946
I have looked the Ecuador forum for a currency exchange rate from US Dollars to the currency used in ecuador and i didnt see it can someone please tell me the Exchange rate or if it isn the forum tell me where. ...
Thanks.It just real hard working two jobs to find the time.I have traveled to many places in the past few years.I kinda know what I want.Just need to make a few more trips.I think then I will find the place that I like rent a few moths then rent a ... Read More
Looking for information on residency by Lauratort
Wow! Reading these forum is mind-boggling! I'm looking for information, cut and dry, on the steps to moving to Ecuador for retirement. What I'm finding here is a mish-mash of information. It seems that the experience is never the same for any ...
Cool! I can retire now with my government job but my take home check would only be around $1700.00 a month.So, I may work a few more years.I just turned 52.I just want to make sure that I don't move to a place and then can't afford it after a short ... Read More
What do you miss? by jdesorte
As an expat living outside of the US for an extended period of time, what things/ products do you miss the most that aren't available or are hard to get in your host country?
Hi Chris. I have been to many places in the world.I have been to Europe,Middle East,Asia,Africa,Caribbean, North,Central and South America etc... I really love Northeast Brazil.I haven't been to Columbia in several years.I liked it and it had ... Read More
Cali Colombia info PLEASE by mugwump
I´ve now lived in Costa Rica (1yr.) in Limon. Moved to Masaya, Nicaragua for one, then Leon for another. I´m currently finishing my second year in Esteli, Nic. (hands down the best city in the pais.) Thing is, my travellin´shoes are itching ...
Mugwump ! What do you mean when you make the comment " White Drugs " ? Read More