Ron Hevener
American expat in Brazil
Forum posts
31
Contacts
16
About me
American
Speaks English and I'm learning Portuguese.
Registration: 13 June 2017
USPS Mail from New York to S茫o Paulo by LilythEster
Question. How long does it normally take for a regular USPS mail (envelope) to get here in S茫o Paulo from the East Coast, specifically New York. My brother sent me a envelope with a vital document for my visa process by regular USPS mail (I ...
The Postal system in Brazil is a disgrace. No further comment. Read More
Moving to Brazil just before the crisis by Diksha
Hi everybody, Taking the plunge and daring to move abroad is a real challenge, but when your move to Brazil is marked by an unprecedented health, social and economic crisis, as we have been experiencing for just over a year, this change can be ...
I do my best to keep private about my experiences here in Brazil. I came here for love and marriage -- and to help my wife in her medical and legal challenges ... I paid the price for my independence and I can work from anywhere (I put a lifetime ... Read More
How to be happy as an expat in Brazil by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in Brazil as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New environment ...
From my travels & adventures, I've learned one thing: It doesn't matter so much "where" you go, people will treat you pretty much the same as you treat them. (With occasional surprises good or bad, but we won't get into ... Read More
Moving to Brazil just before the crisis by Diksha
Hi everybody, Taking the plunge and daring to move abroad is a real challenge, but when your move to Brazil is marked by an unprecedented health, social and economic crisis, as we have been experiencing for just over a year, this change can be ...
Abthree, thank you for expressing so well the things I find to be true (and giving further insight into them). I, for one, am not here in Brazil to have parties. I'm here to work. To build and get things done. I wrote a whole response to ... Read More
Moving to Brazil just before the crisis by Diksha
Hi everybody, Taking the plunge and daring to move abroad is a real challenge, but when your move to Brazil is marked by an unprecedented health, social and economic crisis, as we have been experiencing for just over a year, this change can be ...
No, I don't feel at home here because of the language barrier. For me, it's been 5 years & I still don't have it mastered. I am, however, very good at being a Mime now & completely understand what it's like to be a ... Read More
Looking For Serious Law Firm in Sao Paulo by Ron Hevener
I am an American author married to a Brazilian who is part of a large and very complicated Family Probate situation in Sao Paulo.... I am seeking an English-speaking law firm that is financially secure enough that it can work for a percentage. ...
Thank you. I will contact them and learn more about them. Regards, Ron Hevener Read More
Looking For Serious Law Firm in Sao Paulo
I am an American author married to a Brazilian who is part of a large and very complicated Family Probate situation in Sao Paulo.... I am seeking an English-speaking law firm that is financially secure enough that it can work for a percentage. ... Read More
Open a bank account by Chood
I was wondering if anybody knows if it is possible to open a bank account in Brasil while still living abroad. We are buying an apartment there, and using my wife account for now. Transferring money from Europe each month to make payments. But I ...
If you are married to a Brazilian citizen, but don't have any other documentation like Permanent Resident, can you be on a joint bank account with them? Or, no? Read More
Getting married in Brazil, Permanent Visa and documents required by James
[b]PLEASE NOTE THAT NEW PROCEDURES FOR PERMANENCY APPLICATIONS BASED ON MARRIAGE / STABLE RELATIONSHIP / BRAZILIAN BORN CHILD HAVE BEEN PUT IN PLACE SINCE SEPTEMBER 1, 2014. THIS HAS STREAMLINED AND SPED UP THE PERMANENCY PROCESS. PLEASE SEE THE ...
Thank you for this information and good advice. Read More
Political tensions in Brazil: caution recommended by Veedushi
Hello everyone, Given the tense political situation in Brazil, foreign nationals who are on the spot or who are planning to travel there are advised to be very careful during coming days. Several political gatherings are scheduled throughout the ...
Although the above post was written inn 2016, I find that (3 years later) it is the same (or worse) . . . As a foreigner, I can look with some objectivity at things around me. I feel "targeted" in a way. . . . I am here because of my ... Read More
My parcel is stuck at receita federal by australianinbrazil
Hi everyone, So my mum sent me a parcel from Australia back in March, and today I received a letter from correios saying that I need to pay a tax for them to deliver it from receita federal. The letter said I need to make an online profile, login ...
I'm going crazy over this -- I've received quite a few packages from the States & other countries, no problem -- and suddenly there is a 15 Rs charge to be paid before a package will be released .... (I got a notice in the mail telling ... Read More
How to deal with stress when moving to Brazil by Priscilla
Moving abroad is no easy feat. Everyone has their own ways of dealing with stress, so we invite you to share some insights regarding this topic. What are the main factors that contribute to stress when moving to Brazil (cultural adaptation, ...
I find Brazil to be extremely good ... at finding ways not to get things done. This is stressful. And it is not easy to adjust to ... accept ... or to forget. Read More
How to deal with stress when moving to Brazil by Priscilla
Moving abroad is no easy feat. Everyone has their own ways of dealing with stress, so we invite you to share some insights regarding this topic. What are the main factors that contribute to stress when moving to Brazil (cultural adaptation, ...
In my experience, it's the legal (probate) system that needs overhauling here in Brazil ... there shouold be time limites for probate to be settled. ... another serious thing is, theft. The idea that a person can be robbed of jewelry and have ... Read More
How to deal with stress when moving to Brazil by Priscilla
Moving abroad is no easy feat. Everyone has their own ways of dealing with stress, so we invite you to share some insights regarding this topic. What are the main factors that contribute to stress when moving to Brazil (cultural adaptation, ...
Stresses about moving here .... I'm going to think about this one before really answering. Read More
How to deal with stress when moving to Brazil by Priscilla
Moving abroad is no easy feat. Everyone has their own ways of dealing with stress, so we invite you to share some insights regarding this topic. What are the main factors that contribute to stress when moving to Brazil (cultural adaptation, ...
You should see New York City!!! Read More
Raising kids in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, How is raising kids in Brazil different from raising kids in your home country? What are the activities that your kids seem to enjoy the most in Brazil? Do you feel that the country is "family-friendly"? Do you recommend ...
Not having any kids, I find it easy. Read More
How do I register my small business in Brazil? by Ron Hevener
Can anyone tell me how to register my business here in Brazil? These Post Office rates are crazy. Thanks, Ron Hevener
Thanks, Udrako. Much appreciated. - RH. Read More
How do I register my small business in Brazil?
Can anyone tell me how to register my business here in Brazil? These Post Office rates are crazy. Thanks, Ron Hevener Read More
(Mal)Adjusting to Expat Life by australianinbrazil
Hi all, I麓m 28 years old, Australian, married, and currently living in a small city called Itapetininga, in Sao Paulo. My husband is Brazilian, which is my reason for moving here. I have been here a little over 3 months now, and in that time ...
Let's look at the bright side -- moving to Brazil and not knowing much is a pretty good way to find out what it's like being a Deaf/Mute. (Not too bad) .... But, that being said, the Portuguese language for me sounds angry and vulgar. (With ... Read More
Retiring in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Brazil? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
So .... about "Retiring in Brasil" .... Personally, I don't consider myself retired (by a long shot) because, in my kind of work, we work to our last thinking breath .... But I "can" say, I love it here for the ... Read More
Retiring in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Brazil? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
As a political observer, I must say the UK is not the only country losing its cultural identity. And for many of the same reasons. Read More
Getting married in Brazil, Permanent Visa and documents required by James
[b]PLEASE NOTE THAT NEW PROCEDURES FOR PERMANENCY APPLICATIONS BASED ON MARRIAGE / STABLE RELATIONSHIP / BRAZILIAN BORN CHILD HAVE BEEN PUT IN PLACE SINCE SEPTEMBER 1, 2014. THIS HAS STREAMLINED AND SPED UP THE PERMANENCY PROCESS. PLEASE SEE THE ...
Some of the advice here is to marry in the U.S. first and then register the marriage in Brasil. That sounds OK for certain reasons. But, Brasil has different types of marriage when it comes to inheritance laws, so what category of marriage does the ... Read More
Retiring in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Brazil? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
As a U.S. citizen, living in Brasil depends on where you live (and with whom) .... Don`t you agree? Read More
Probate & Wills
I am researching an interesting probate case in Sao Paulo. Can anyone tell me where Wills are recorded so I can have a copy made and study it? Thank you for any information. Read More