chistletoe
American looking for information about Brazil
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About me
American
Lives in In煤bia, Estado de Bahia
Speaks immersed in Portuguese, making progress....have a vocabulary in Amharic (Ethiopia) and I can read French with good comprehension. oh! and American English.
Registration: 07 March 2020
Bank account fees in Brazil by rraypo
Hi all and thanks in advance for any input. I am curious what everyone else pays per month to have a bank account in Brazil? My wife is Brazilian, she has had a simple account with Santander for decades. We pay R$76. Per month, every month, ...
we just did two different deals yesterday. Wired money from a US credit union to Bank of Brasil, it would have been changed in NY enroute, and we got a exchange rate of 5.00 reais/$ Took US cash to a travel agency in an upscale shopping mall in ... Read More
US Banks which will exchange dollars to Real on a larger scale? by APATINAGE
Hi does anyone know of a US bank which will exchange US Dollars to Real on a larger scale to hold onto in an account while the Real is so weak? The Reals would be for an eventual property purchase Thanks
Any large US bank will do it. But you will get a better exchange rate from VISA and a much better rate in you do the exchange with a Brazillian entity such as a bank or even a travel agency..... Read More
VoIP with ATA adapters from north america. by Mikeflanagan
Hi, as mentioned in the title above. anyone use any form of american ATA ( analog telephone adapters ) for more efficient calling back home to north america or noticed any issues with it due to the long transfer times between brasil > north ...
This is deliberate policy. And Google has been up front in announcing that this is what they intend to do. Many, many years ago I had an account with Skype, before it was bought by Microsoft. For $60 per YEAR I was assigned a telephony entrance ... Read More
I want to be married with my gf. by Farhanrazaq57
Hello Sir, Currently I'm living in Pakistan and my gf is in brazil. We are thinking about getting married. Tell me what should I do now should I ask her to come to Pakistan and get married here or I should go to Brazil. Please I really need your ...
I have a significant estate in the USA, income, property, capital gains, etc.....and a girlfriend in Brazil, and a general inclination towards transfering assets from the USA to Brazil ....I still need to procure an RNM in Brazil, but I understand ... Read More
I want to be married with my gf. by Farhanrazaq57
Hello Sir, Currently I'm living in Pakistan and my gf is in brazil. We are thinking about getting married. Tell me what should I do now should I ask her to come to Pakistan and get married here or I should go to Brazil. Please I really need your ...
I am hiring one lawyer in Brazil and one in the USA ....marriage is a contract, not a sacrament ....you need to know what is in the fine print, what it does to your taxes in each country, your estate, your freedom of movement, your freedoms to buy ... Read More
Transferring US Dollars to Brazil by MacaeRick
Hello, My name is Rick (American) and my wife(Brazilian) have lived in Brazil for 9 years. We decided to move to Brazil after we retired in the USA. Back then I only knew about sending money thru Western Union, and would not allow you to send money ...
Please tell what you know and/or give links about "retirement visa" as I cant find it on the Policia Federales website nor does anyone around know anything about it ... Read More
Transferring US Dollars to Brazil by MacaeRick
Hello, My name is Rick (American) and my wife(Brazilian) have lived in Brazil for 9 years. We decided to move to Brazil after we retired in the USA. Back then I only knew about sending money thru Western Union, and would not allow you to send money ...
I tried xoom one time, you know they are an offshoot of the US technology monopolies, Paypal et al, right......they charged a fee of about 5% in plain sight but then they charged another fee of 20% hidden in the exchange rate that they offered. But ... Read More
How to get fingerprinted for a Criminal Record Check in Brazil? by VictoriaChandler
My husband and I went to the Federal Police today and we were told that they can't process my application for permanent residency without a Criminal Record Check. We got married here in Brazil back in October. We had a signed and certified ...
I am planning to return to the USA as soon as the election is settled, just to get this done. Ive heard though that the FBI is swamped with criminal background checks due to the tsunami of individuals buying guns these days ...... Read More
Moving money from the US that already been taxed by NewBrazil
My question is if you move money here to Brazil. The taxes on the money has already been paid in the US. So does Brazil recognize this and will they tax this money again. I talking about over 100,000 in Reals value to my wife account. Also how much ...
where in the NE were you? Spent any time in the Chapada Diamantina? One of the best-kept secrets in the world .....imho Read More
Moving money from the US that already been taxed by NewBrazil
My question is if you move money here to Brazil. The taxes on the money has already been paid in the US. So does Brazil recognize this and will they tax this money again. I talking about over 100,000 in Reals value to my wife account. Also how much ...
wow, that is great..... Yes, I do have some good stories, and fabulous photos. photos Did get the CPF in DC awhile ago. we`ve made one trek to Barreiras already, but right now I need to go back and struggle with the good old FBI for ... Read More
Moving money from the US that already been taxed by NewBrazil
My question is if you move money here to Brazil. The taxes on the money has already been paid in the US. So does Brazil recognize this and will they tax this money again. I talking about over 100,000 in Reals value to my wife account. Also how much ...
Abthree, I`m slowly digging in in a small city (Bom Jesus da Lapa) and a big town (Piata) both a full days drive away from the nearest city (Salvador). I may have already crossed the line into what Brazil would label as a common law marriage but ... Read More
Language Test For Brazilian Citizenship by saim chaudhary
Hi Everybody, i am saim chaudhary from Brazil,i am pakistani national and living in Brazil.i have married with Brazilian girl and got permanent residency.i received my permanency 14 months ago.Now i want to apply Brazilian citizenship,because i ...
"tem outre jeito" for someone over the age of, say, 60 years? Read More
import tax on gold and silver coins by stonywarso
Hello, does anyone know if there鈥檚 a special import tax for bringing gold and silver coins into Brazil or does it fall under foreign currency where amounts higher than R$10.000,00 or equivalent must be declared?
I am pretty sure that they wont tax them if they dont see them. Gold and silver coins are always subject to personal interpretation, every agent is going to have his own opinion. Gold is one of Brazils important exports, also jewelry and precious ... Read More
Anybody receive money sent from the U.S. sent via Zelle by mberigan
Subject line says it. Somebody sent me money via Zelle and I can't seem to download the app (or even find the right app) and via a browser I'm supposed to ID my bank but it isn't listed. Anybody receive money sent from the U.S. sent ...
This is a topic that I have been extremely interested in for over a year now. I have been aggressively exploring every method of transfer that I can find is available and I expect to continue doing so. Not everything I have learned is appropriate ... Read More
Street Crime in Brazil and Expats by abthree
I was the target of a street crime yesterday, just a minor chain grab, mostly unsuccessful and no injuries, but it made me think to remind myself and others of something that we probably all forget too often. I'm deeply integrated into this ...
In Brazil, just like all the rest of the world, the smaller towns and rural communities are much safer than the big cities. Read More
beginning my research on legal aspects by McLen
Hi! My name is Len, and I'm from Portland OR, USA. I'm middle-aged and my fiance is 25 and very pretty, LOL! She lives in Jo茫o Pessoa/PB, Brazil. We intend to marry next year (2021) in Brazil. I met her online a few years ago and have ...
I think the very best way to learn is to plop yourself down in a living situation where no one speaks any english ....your own frustration will drive you to learn faster! Then, use the online videos when you have free time....I like this lady ... Read More
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) by GuestPoster204
There麓s 1 confirmed case of 2019-nCoV in S茫o Paulo from a 61 year old male that travelled from a contaminated place in Italy. Overall, Brazil has 132 suspected cases and S茫o Paulo alone has 85. This new strain comes from the family of Corona ...
Bidens gonna catch the virus in late September .... Read More
Entry to Brazil Restricted Starting March 30, 2020 by abthree
This notice on limitations on entry by air by the Brazilian Government was published today by the US Embassy in Bras铆lia. Note that land borders are already closed: Health Alert U.S. Embassy Brasilia, Brazil March 28, 2020 Location: ...
United Airlines is still showing daily flights out of Sao Paulo for Houston, Ohare and Dulles .....I believe I am going to have the entire plane to myself when I go back next week .... Read More
Street Crime in Brazil and Expats by abthree
I was the target of a street crime yesterday, just a minor chain grab, mostly unsuccessful and no injuries, but it made me think to remind myself and others of something that we probably all forget too often. I'm deeply integrated into this ...
in Brazil, just as in the USA, the only thievery problems I encounter are with bankers and bureaucrats. Banco do Brazil sequestered a big hunk of my money recently and threatened to keep it forever, but some very aggressive phone calling was ... Read More
Markets Crash, Dollar Strengthens! by GuestPoster204
As worldwide stock markets crash, the dollar is becoming stronger! 1 dollar has reached 4.79 reais this morning. It could reach 5 reais easily any day. https://www.bbc.com/news/business-51796806 robal
I dont trust the US dollar any more than the Brazillian currency ....all the western nations have been participating in a race to the bottom, and it doesn`t really matter very much which one gets there first .... a year ago an ounce of gold fetched ... Read More
How you invest your money in Brazil?
Are there gold bullion dealers? I would think with inflation running as high as it is, that this would be more tempting than stocks ... Read More
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) by GuestPoster204
There麓s 1 confirmed case of 2019-nCoV in S茫o Paulo from a 61 year old male that travelled from a contaminated place in Italy. Overall, Brazil has 132 suspected cases and S茫o Paulo alone has 85. This new strain comes from the family of Corona ...
interesting about the south ....Here in Bahia, the area has incurred the most rain in 30 years during the rainy season ...The Sao Fransisco river has been way above its banks ... its just amazing how green the entire countryside has become, this ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Brazil by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Brazil, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
me, I just high-tailed it to the back country of Brazil, back in February ....there hasn`t been one case within 100 miles of here .... Read More
Cost of Living in Brazil in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Brazil to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
I suspect that total costs here in Bom Jesus da Lapa are just about ideal. We are about 500 km from the nearest city, but not that far from Br rt 116 so the trucks can get here. The downsides are that there is zero english spoken here and US ... Read More
Corona virus by Maria919
Is it true that brazilian government will give 600 reais to Every person in Caixa bank? Is it true or not? If it's true then what to do for it?
my girlfriend (Maria) says that the bill still needs to be passed by Congress..... Read More
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) by GuestPoster204
There麓s 1 confirmed case of 2019-nCoV in S茫o Paulo from a 61 year old male that travelled from a contaminated place in Italy. Overall, Brazil has 132 suspected cases and S茫o Paulo alone has 85. This new strain comes from the family of Corona ...
since the Governor of Bahia shut down the buses I cant get back to the airport at Salvador right now ...United has been trying to reroute me but they wont answer their phone ... I figure Im safer here than at home in DC anyway so .... Read More
Following your life partner in Brazil by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, If love can move mountains, it also makes people move abroad, in countries such as Brazil. Following your life partner in a country with different customs and rules is an act of absolute trust and may require a period of ...
my girlfriend is going door to door selling suti茫s e calcinhas ...(I always wanted to get into women`s underwear ...) and today she is sewing masks on her sewing machine.... Opportunities are not going to come to your door and knock ...you ... Read More
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) by GuestPoster204
There麓s 1 confirmed case of 2019-nCoV in S茫o Paulo from a 61 year old male that travelled from a contaminated place in Italy. Overall, Brazil has 132 suspected cases and S茫o Paulo alone has 85. This new strain comes from the family of Corona ...
I am pinned down ... due to the roads being mostly destroyed by the heavy rains between here and Salvador, and then United goes and cancels my flight and they won`t answer the phone. Well, hells bells, there`s worse places in the world I could be ... Read More
Best bank interest rates by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Is anyone aware of which banks and accounts offer the best interest rates I.e. if I opened a new account and deposited 100,000 reais what kind of return could I expect? Also I was told today at ITA脷 bank that there no banking fees ...
Before you can open a bank account in Brazil you must obtain a CPF number and a foreign ID card. I think you need a local address as well. Keep in mind that a stack of reais and a stack of, um, pounds sterling or whatever are not going to hold the ... Read More
Detran wanting proof what my category of DL. by nv91
So first of... I'm so pissed off.. They already reviewed all my documents/did psych test and they gave me a protocolo to pick up my Driver's license. The first time I went to pick it up... It wasn't "ready". 2nd time (total of 60 days)... Now they ...
I am reminded of my father, who regularly alerted the people he dealt with of their incompetence and general inferiority. One day he had surgery for rectal cancer. I was not in attendance but I can easily imagine things he might have said to his ... Read More
Markets Crash, Dollar Strengthens! by GuestPoster204
As worldwide stock markets crash, the dollar is becoming stronger! 1 dollar has reached 4.79 reais this morning. It could reach 5 reais easily any day. https://www.bbc.com/news/business-51796806 robal
Brazil has an export economy and its number one customer is China. https://oec.world/en/profile/country/bra/ In 2017, Brazil exported $219B and imported $140B, resulting in a positive trade balance of $78.3B. In 2017 the GDP of Brazil was $2.06T ... Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 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 ...
Hi all ... I just surfed onto your site .... my girlfriend and I were absolutely rolling on the floor with laughter about the description of the Federal Police and the RN applications .... Ive been working on this on my own for about a year now ... ... Read More