boombop4477
American looking for information about Brazil
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Dollar to Real by KenAquarius
Reports of the old girl鈥檚 death have been greatly exaggerated! No, I鈥檓 not talking about Betty White. I鈥檓 talking about the good old US dollar. She is back at 5 to 1 over the Real. At least for the moment鈥tay tuned!
Real down to 515,last week when oil took off and the real fell,I realized that shorting the dollar was a risky move, death of the dollar?Not this year Read More
Yet another day calculation issue (90/180 days) by Xiaozhuli
Bom dia,I've just spent a couple of hours adding, subtracting, reading rules and reading feedback.I would love some strong Brazilian coffee here but unfortunately, I'm still in Canada :-)I apologize for asking yet another 90/180 days question but ...
Abthree has pointed out,the days are adjusted on the 1st of the month,eg,if u entered Brazil on 11/15/22 and left 5/15/23,with extension,180 days,your allowance will take effect 12/1/23,not 11/16/23.i think. Read More
Dollar to Real by KenAquarius
Reports of the old girl鈥檚 death have been greatly exaggerated! No, I鈥檓 not talking about Betty White. I鈥檓 talking about the good old US dollar. She is back at 5 to 1 over the Real. At least for the moment鈥tay tuned!
Lula has leftist leanings,however Brazil s economy is very diverse,Lula actually has accused Biden of being responsible for the war,will say owning pbr was a good idea, being anti dollar goes hand in hand w anti American, which has been prevalent in ... Read More
Dollar to Real by KenAquarius
Reports of the old girl鈥檚 death have been greatly exaggerated! No, I鈥檓 not talking about Betty White. I鈥檓 talking about the good old US dollar. She is back at 5 to 1 over the Real. At least for the moment鈥tay tuned!
Lula is a socialist to many,could be a factor Read More
Dollar to Real by KenAquarius
Reports of the old girl鈥檚 death have been greatly exaggerated! No, I鈥檓 not talking about Betty White. I鈥檓 talking about the good old US dollar. She is back at 5 to 1 over the Real. At least for the moment鈥tay tuned!
What's noteworthy to me is,oil skyrocketing,real falling fast,think there is a lot of anti American sentiment in the world,dollar still the world currency,but what's happening in Brazil is oxymoronic. Read More
ARGENTINA VIA BRAZIL,180 DAY RULE by boombop4477
I am thinking of flying into Foz de Iguazu,then immediately proceeding into Argentina,via the land border, subsequently,reentering Brazil at a later date, return to the USA during the spring.However,I have only 17 days remaining, regarding the 180 ...
Thanks people,won't reenter Brazil until Nov,if denied,I ll just stay in Argentina,but in Nov, should have 45 days available.Last time on the border bus,I was the only one whom got off,to play it legal,ersatz open border.Though getting caught must ... Read More
ARGENTINA VIA BRAZIL,180 DAY RULE
I am thinking of flying into Foz de Iguazu,then immediately proceeding into Argentina,via the land border, subsequently,reentering Brazil at a later date, return to the USA during the spring.However,I have only 17 days remaining, regarding the 180 ... Read More
LONG TERM RENTAL by OnlyRoddPremium
Hello everyone !Besides Airbnb,聽do you know or do you have a link for foreigners to rent an apartment for a 1 , 2聽or 3-year rental period?I need to know if can get in contact with the landlord or do聽I need聽a real state agent.
Quinto andar,might be an option Read More
Stopped from Returning to Brazil! by roddiesho
I am usually a very positive person, however even I know that your worst fears can come true. This is that story.I am in the process of getting my Permanent Visa by Spouse. My wife handled the processing of the Brazilian Marriage Certificate. I was ...
Not withstanding immigration issues,I learned decades ago,in brazil,easy things r impossible, impossible things r easy Read More
ATM withdraw fees/best exchange rates by jasonlovesdogs
Hello,I searched the forum and couldn't find an answer to this question. Does anyone know the best Brazilian banks that have the least ATM withdraw fees and exchange rates? I recently went to a Carefour here in Brasilia and felt like I got robbed in ...
I was an expert on this subject,I now use pix via a very trusted friend, bradesco was the best game in town,then they got greedy Read More
ATM withdraw fees/best exchange rates by jasonlovesdogs
Hello,I searched the forum and couldn't find an answer to this question. Does anyone know the best Brazilian banks that have the least ATM withdraw fees and exchange rates? I recently went to a Carefour here in Brasilia and felt like I got robbed in ...
24 hours dont,bradesco ok,Santander better,this was in early 22 Read More
Does Brazil Really Want Retirees to Immigrate? by Getting on
There are so many things I like about Brazil, especially Curitiba. But the more I look into it, the more unsure I am as to Brazilian policy toward retirees. Please correct me if I am wrong on any of the following problems I see:1. There used to be a ...
Try santander,bradesco went from 1% to 6.5%,in no time,banco 24 hours,is 1 atm,i avoid,scary. Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
You will probably get a better rate at Santander, bradesco up to 6.5,also some banks are reimbursing the withdrawals fees,like fidelity, gotta shop around, hearing about banco rendimento,dont know the mark up yet. Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
Would be remiss not to include the latest info on fees on certain atms,when withdrawals are done.For years,least 4 Americans Bradesco was the best deal in town,mark up was only 1%,thats over,markuo shotup to about 6% in no time,i am now using banco ... Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine by sam1466
Hi -- I overstayed my visa by a number of months - was trying to get a student visa and it didn't work out. I was told when I left Rio that I could appeal the fine and it often worked. Does anyone know where you can appeal the fine? And on ...
I emphasize, been there,additionally,a Brazilian state law professor tolded me a couple of years ago, that in her experiences,she has found an anti gringo bias in the judicial system,i dont know,but paramount to have all your ducks in a row,leave ... Read More
Why are import taxes so high in Brazil? by JosephJJ
Does anyone know the reason / breakdown for why import taxes are so high in Brazil, when importing goods from other countries. An example, I鈥檝e just ordered a product from USA, paid 183 dollars for it. The import tax I have to pay on top is ...
I deduce that some Brazilians travel 2 the usa,bring back as much merchandise as possible,and get a discounted vacation because of the aforementioned circumstances,if they dont go overboard, might work out Read More
Why are import taxes so high in Brazil? by JosephJJ
Does anyone know the reason / breakdown for why import taxes are so high in Brazil, when importing goods from other countries. An example, I鈥檝e just ordered a product from USA, paid 183 dollars for it. The import tax I have to pay on top is ...
Bureaucracy, taxes,fines,poverty,not nirvana,nice place if u got some dough,greatest food on earth. Read More
Why are import taxes so high in Brazil? by JosephJJ
Does anyone know the reason / breakdown for why import taxes are so high in Brazil, when importing goods from other countries. An example, I鈥檝e just ordered a product from USA, paid 183 dollars for it. The import tax I have to pay on top is ...
Some of duties/taxes on many items are quite punitive, also much has been said of brazil being a industria de multa venue,or a fined crazed country, best to research as much as possible. Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
I get any withdrawals fees reimbursed by fidelity investments, the currency mark up was 1%,now 4.5% at bradesco, still a good deal,fidelity customer service,excellent, trying 2 squeeze a couple of centavos not worth it. Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
I only exchange at bradesco, very fair rate,mark up is 4.5%,regarding my account,very close 2 black market rate,even better,if in doubt,exchange small amount initially. Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
Tell that 2 the others Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
Bottom line,we are living in a very fickled time,not saying brazil is a bad investment, but if you do make a substantial investment in brazil,hedge your investment,im currently thinkin of shorting oil,because i have an investment in semis. Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
Brazil has some the highest rates in the world,this is protecting their currency, oil sky high,bolsonaro might be gainin in the polls,short term occurences?Only time will tell.Whether these sky high rates,hurt the brazilian consumer,we shall ... Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
I got my card cloned in rio,not a good feeling, additionally,takes a while 2 get a replacement card.For me,using cash,not cc or dc,soothes many concerns,its a delicate,personal choice.I know some horror stories,not gonna get into it,getting cash at ... Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
Atms have daily maxes,got 2 cards,so 2k p/d for me. Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
In my case,havin an account w fidelity investments, where they refund your atm fee,but i only use at bradesco atms onl because their markup rate,until recently was only 1%,was better than cash dollares,now its up to 4.5%,still a ok deal.Also ... Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
PBR went down to 2.71,bought it higher Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
Im looking 2 short oii,easy 2 get caught up in a slew of pessimism lately,however a lot of tech initiatives are still happening, great feeling to short and then turn it over long,if u not 2 negative long term.Rates r kickin ass though Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
Ive done well,but oil is something ive been dead wrong on,i own Petrobras ,i thought oil and gas would continue to underperform,not recently,did catch semis though.Tricky market. Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
Whatever you do ,start conservatively, as a pro,sooner or later,everything will happen,and sometimes luck is the overriding factor,china has its tentacles everywhere, much like america,once you think you got it figured out,ouch.Im waiting on lulas ... Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
Long term may be true,short term BC making aggressive moves,commodities have gone through boom- bust periods,would help real,yes,but Lulas proactive moves will impact currency,convential wisdom is fickled. Brazil got the world cup,olympics,1st world ... Read More
Brazil Authorizes Legal Residency for Digital Nomads January 24, 2022 by abthree
Per CNIg Resolution No. 45, published in the Di谩rio Federal da Uni茫o on January 24, 2022, digital nomads will now be able to apply for residency in Brazil. In order to qualify, applicants will be required to provide: 1. A declaration ...
Lot of legal stuff,sometimes its luck ,depending whom you talk to,a retired FP agent once tolded me,address these matters b4 u leave. Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
I may add,Brazil BC is trying 2 control inflation, which is influenced by a strong dollar,but the dollar may get stronger anyway,no one knows,many Brazilians in debt,higher rates in brazil a conundrum at best. Read More
Currency exchange by Inubia
As an active investor I track the US$/BR Real pretty closely, as it has a significant impact upon my activities. Since the beginning of the anti-commerce governmental restrictions on account of covid, the world at large has generally regarded the ...
Brazil BC has been raising rates aggressively, brazil has some of the highest rates in the world,they're protecting their currency,betting against the dollar long term is risky,short term,speculative,anyones guess,i am a pro. Money manager,Lula ... Read More
Brazil Authorizes Legal Residency for Digital Nomads January 24, 2022 by abthree
Per CNIg Resolution No. 45, published in the Di谩rio Federal da Uni茫o on January 24, 2022, digital nomads will now be able to apply for residency in Brazil. In order to qualify, applicants will be required to provide: 1. A declaration ...
Sounds about right,however you may still be able to get your interest waived,even if you lose appeal,happened to me.Interest could be substantial,covid is an issue that may help,on appeal of interest charge. Read More
Brazil Authorizes Legal Residency for Digital Nomads January 24, 2022 by abthree
Per CNIg Resolution No. 45, published in the Di谩rio Federal da Uni茫o on January 24, 2022, digital nomads will now be able to apply for residency in Brazil. In order to qualify, applicants will be required to provide: 1. A declaration ...
The interest could be formidable, you have a chance at getting the interest waived,its dicey because many times you may not be able to talk to a PF agent directly, could be brokered by an airline rep,additionally they may want payment in cash,in my ... Read More
Overstay fine - never got a fine? by Habber
Hi all, I have an EU passport and would like to re-enter Brazil. Long story short: Back in 2018 i left Brazil after having overstayed almost 1 1/2 years. Now I would like to revisit but I'm scared/uncertain of the fine for overstaying. Back in ...
In brazil,anything possible Read More
Overstay fine - never got a fine? by Habber
Hi all, I have an EU passport and would like to re-enter Brazil. Long story short: Back in 2018 i left Brazil after having overstayed almost 1 1/2 years. Now I would like to revisit but I'm scared/uncertain of the fine for overstaying. Back in ...
Id be prepared for anything Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
Ask abthree Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
Brazil has always been xenophobic,just look at the condition of afro brazilians,u will not see many blacks who own a car,in a historical measure,slavery ended here a couple of days ago,least in the us,weve had a black prez,and a vice. Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine
Has anyone been to rio lately?The tourist sector has been decimated,so many,subsist off tourists,if we get caught up in anal retentiveness,these people,whom r suffering, will continue to,breaking a law was never the issue,facilatating tourism is ... Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine by sam1466
Hi -- I overstayed my visa by a number of months - was trying to get a student visa and it didn't work out. I was told when I left Rio that I could appeal the fine and it often worked. Does anyone know where you can appeal the fine? And on ...
All countries have governmental policies,immigration and otherwise,that can be considered not very intelligent, who suffers?Politicians live high on the hog,but people are hurt,many biz close,job losses,who wins?Tourism incredibly important in ... Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine by sam1466
Hi -- I overstayed my visa by a number of months - was trying to get a student visa and it didn't work out. I was told when I left Rio that I could appeal the fine and it often worked. Does anyone know where you can appeal the fine? And on ...
Youre not addressing the issue,guess you havent been in rio,the utter economic devastation, people fighting over food,why not facilitate the payment of fines?Why possibly deport someone because theyre willing to pay,but dont have 10k in cash?Let ... Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine by sam1466
Hi -- I overstayed my visa by a number of months - was trying to get a student visa and it didn't work out. I was told when I left Rio that I could appeal the fine and it often worked. Does anyone know where you can appeal the fine? And on ...
Separate issue,overstay vs zero sense,in my case there was something called covid 19,I overstayed 37 days,paid my fine,was willing to be deported, because cards arent accepted, I just happened to have enough cash. Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine by sam1466
Hi -- I overstayed my visa by a number of months - was trying to get a student visa and it didn't work out. I was told when I left Rio that I could appeal the fine and it often worked. Does anyone know where you can appeal the fine? And on ...
Who carries that much cash?ATMs have daily limits,why arent cards accepted?Makes zero sense,when many citizens are advised to carry as little cash as possible, being kind using the word onerous. Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine by sam1466
Hi -- I overstayed my visa by a number of months - was trying to get a student visa and it didn't work out. I was told when I left Rio that I could appeal the fine and it often worked. Does anyone know where you can appeal the fine? And on ...
And possibly only cash is accepted in brazil, sounds onerous Read More
Overstay fine - never got a fine? by Habber
Hi all, I have an EU passport and would like to re-enter Brazil. Long story short: Back in 2018 i left Brazil after having overstayed almost 1 1/2 years. Now I would like to revisit but I'm scared/uncertain of the fine for overstaying. Back in ...
Makes no sense,seems they only want cash?What if im an old lady from pasadena?Nao fas sentido. Read More
Anyone else having problems using Debit Cards at POS? by travelr64
I have nos problems using my U.S. issued debit cards at the ATMs. Of course all the ATMs I can find in this part of Brazil are owned by Banco do Brasil, and they charge R$24 for each withdrawal and have a limit of R$1,000 per transaction. When I ...
Some real horror stories that i know of here in rio,cant be 2 careful,some stories r lengendary,I only use cash,also had card cloned. Read More
Cruelly denied reentry into Brazil - help!! 馃檹馃檹馃挏馃挏 by MichealH
Hi all! Warmest greetings from the Amazon. I have been separated from my Brazilian fianc茅 (whom I cohabitated with for 18+ months in S茫o Paulo) in brazil and can't get back in. Here is my situation: I entered Brazil March 22, ...
Luck.Thats what you need.Today I had a bad experience at the PF.A pf ajudante,not an agent,gave me wrong info,refused to help me,even after telling her my situation,worse,she didnt even asked to look at my documents. Notice many workers are busy on ... Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine by sam1466
Hi -- I overstayed my visa by a number of months - was trying to get a student visa and it didn't work out. I was told when I left Rio that I could appeal the fine and it often worked. Does anyone know where you can appeal the fine? And on ...
Yep,u got some sharp people here,in my case 3700r,but they waived the interest, however they only wanted cash,barely made it,it was a Sunday, dont know if that mattered,safra bank was open,visa card not accepted, bring cash just in case. Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine by sam1466
Hi -- I overstayed my visa by a number of months - was trying to get a student visa and it didn't work out. I was told when I left Rio that I could appeal the fine and it often worked. Does anyone know where you can appeal the fine? And on ...
183 days or 18? Read More
Covid Test Requirements by boombop4477
I am a American citizen planning to visit Brazil soon as a tourist,what type of covid test is currently required?I am fully vaccinated.
Fluid situation, best to check in a couple of days,according to Bloomberg news,lot of outbreaks in brazil,think regarding omnicron,keep checkin,not sure of anything Read More
Extending tourist staying from 90 to 180 days - many doubts here by mexicansummer
Hi everyone, I'm Mexican. My girlfriend is Brazilian so I decided to spend some months here to be with her. I bought my plane tickets to stay here for 86 days, I have been here for almost two weeks and I really feel in love with Brazil. As it ...
Brazil=industria d multas Read More
Extending tourist staying from 90 to 180 days - many doubts here by mexicansummer
Hi everyone, I'm Mexican. My girlfriend is Brazilian so I decided to spend some months here to be with her. I bought my plane tickets to stay here for 86 days, I have been here for almost two weeks and I really feel in love with Brazil. As it ...
At SDU and GIG,U dont even talk to The PF,everything handled by airline personnel of PF assistants, can of worms,be prepared 4 anything, I overstayed because of covid,not a covid fine Read More
Extending tourist staying from 90 to 180 days - many doubts here by mexicansummer
Hi everyone, I'm Mexican. My girlfriend is Brazilian so I decided to spend some months here to be with her. I bought my plane tickets to stay here for 86 days, I have been here for almost two weeks and I really feel in love with Brazil. As it ...
Has nothing to do w any infractions,just carry loads of cash to pay any multas,their preferred method of payment,even Brazilians complain of illogical Brazilian bureaucracy Read More
Extending tourist staying from 90 to 180 days - many doubts here by mexicansummer
Hi everyone, I'm Mexican. My girlfriend is Brazilian so I decided to spend some months here to be with her. I bought my plane tickets to stay here for 86 days, I have been here for almost two weeks and I really feel in love with Brazil. As it ...
In brazil,eary things r impossible, impossible things r easy Read More
Extending tourist staying from 90 to 180 days - many doubts here by mexicansummer
Hi everyone, I'm Mexican. My girlfriend is Brazilian so I decided to spend some months here to be with her. I bought my plane tickets to stay here for 86 days, I have been here for almost two weeks and I really feel in love with Brazil. As it ...
My fine was due to covid,guess that never hit brazil Read More
Extending tourist staying from 90 to 180 days - many doubts here by mexicansummer
Hi everyone, I'm Mexican. My girlfriend is Brazilian so I decided to spend some months here to be with her. I bought my plane tickets to stay here for 86 days, I have been here for almost two weeks and I really feel in love with Brazil. As it ...
Dumb is dumb. Read More
Extending tourist staying from 90 to 180 days - many doubts here by mexicansummer
Hi everyone, I'm Mexican. My girlfriend is Brazilian so I decided to spend some months here to be with her. I bought my plane tickets to stay here for 86 days, I have been here for almost two weeks and I really feel in love with Brazil. As it ...
Being deported is not a minor consequence Read More
Extending tourist staying from 90 to 180 days - many doubts here by mexicansummer
Hi everyone, I'm Mexican. My girlfriend is Brazilian so I decided to spend some months here to be with her. I bought my plane tickets to stay here for 86 days, I have been here for almost two weeks and I really feel in love with Brazil. As it ...
Its dumb,here i am trying to comply,pay the fine,and threatened me w deportation?Ruthless,why compare it to the US?If its dumb,its dumb,are people supposed to carry suitcases of money to pay a fine? Read More
Extending tourist staying from 90 to 180 days - many doubts here by mexicansummer
Hi everyone, I'm Mexican. My girlfriend is Brazilian so I decided to spend some months here to be with her. I bought my plane tickets to stay here for 86 days, I have been here for almost two weeks and I really feel in love with Brazil. As it ...
Got my interest waived,however a huge pain in the ass,threatening me w deportation because their bank(safra) doesnt accept debit or credit cards, really dumb shit Read More
Overstay Brazil visa - fine by sam1466
Hi -- I overstayed my visa by a number of months - was trying to get a student visa and it didn't work out. I was told when I left Rio that I could appeal the fine and it often worked. Does anyone know where you can appeal the fine? And on ...
In brazil anything is possible, I had a 3700 r fine,they only waived the interest, an agent could give u a hard time,prepare 4 anything, but leaving shouldn't be a problem Read More
Overstayed Tourist Visa for 504 Days, Looking for Answers by KillyRedd
Hey all, just want some clarification about overstaying a Tourist Visa. I've read a ton of posts on this forum, but many of them are older. Here's my timeline to get a better understanding of my situation: - Entered Brazil Feb 6, 2019 - ...
Problem is ,I was directed to pay at safra bank,which doesn't accept credit or debit cards apparently, can of worms,i arrived on a Sunday, not sure if that mattered Read More
Overstayed Tourist Visa for 504 Days, Looking for Answers by KillyRedd
Hey all, just want some clarification about overstaying a Tourist Visa. I've read a ton of posts on this forum, but many of them are older. Here's my timeline to get a better understanding of my situation: - Entered Brazil Feb 6, 2019 - ...
On oct 17th,i arrived from miami knowing i had an outstanding fine of 3700r.A nightmare almost ensued.Multas are paid at Safra bank,they DONT accept international visa debit cards,I had to hit the atm for 2k,at a net rate of 461,terrible.I was ... Read More
Covid Test Requirements by boombop4477
I am a American citizen planning to visit Brazil soon as a tourist,what type of covid test is currently required?I am fully vaccinated.
Antigen test was accepted recently,but that may have changed, pcr is still valid. Read More
Covid Test Requirements by boombop4477
I am a American citizen planning to visit Brazil soon as a tourist,what type of covid test is currently required?I am fully vaccinated.
Ok thanks 2 all Read More
Covid Test Requirements
I am a American citizen planning to visit Brazil soon as a tourist,what type of covid test is currently required?I am fully vaccinated. Read More
New Passport - 90 days extension by KellyMarieD
Hello, I was in Brazil on a tourist visa, applied for an extension and received the 90 day extension. I left Brazil before the additional 90 days was completed. I stayed in Brazil for a total of 130 days. I plan on returning to Brazil this ...
If u extended its noted on your PP,if you didnt extend and just left,should be in their computer system. Read More
Overstayed Tourist Visa - Fees during Pandemic 2020 airport Closed by blake5377
Hi everybody! So I haven't been back to brazil since last year in 2020 during the Pandemic closures. I was suppose to go to brazil for what was 2 weeks during the last days of Feb to mid March. When the pandemic hit and the country and airport ...
FINAL STRATEGY,OVERSTAY FINE 1)Dont volunteer any info. 2)Negotiate/Appeal Fines 3)Hope 4 best This is based on,ongoing discussions on expat,thanks to all Read More
Overstayed Tourist Visa - Fees during Pandemic 2020 airport Closed by blake5377
Hi everybody! So I haven't been back to brazil since last year in 2020 during the Pandemic closures. I was suppose to go to brazil for what was 2 weeks during the last days of Feb to mid March. When the pandemic hit and the country and airport ...
Thanks everyone, unfortunately i tried to be very deligent by visiting the PF at santos dumont,however they hire temp workers, non PF agents whom r responsible for giving wrong information, as in my case,im screwed i guess. Read More
Policia Federal Discretion by boombop4477
What kind of Discretion, if any,does a particular PF agent have,regarding overstay fines when you return and find yourself saddled with a undermined amount of multa and fines due to overstaying, which i mistakenly did during the covid situation?
Thanks,I completely misunderstood at the time,they stopped the clock,due to the pandemic,overnight it went to 90 days,on 11/3/20, unaware of that,when i left,bingo,i didnt extend,assuming i had plenty of days to my credit.nope.Thanks again. Read More
Overstayed Tourist Visa - Fees during Pandemic 2020 airport Closed by blake5377
Hi everybody! So I haven't been back to brazil since last year in 2020 during the Pandemic closures. I was suppose to go to brazil for what was 2 weeks during the last days of Feb to mid March. When the pandemic hit and the country and airport ...
POLICIA FEDERAL DISCREATION ON PENALTIES I overstayed my tourist visa by 37 days in DEC.,I misunderstood the suspension regarding the pandemic.I subsequently appealed and lost.I get the impression that some agents are flexible.My questions are as ... Read More
Policia Federal Discretion
What kind of Discretion, if any,does a particular PF agent have,regarding overstay fines when you return and find yourself saddled with a undermined amount of multa and fines due to overstaying, which i mistakenly did during the covid situation? Read More
Overstayed Tourist Visa - Fees during Pandemic 2020 airport Closed by blake5377
Hi everybody! So I haven't been back to brazil since last year in 2020 during the Pandemic closures. I was suppose to go to brazil for what was 2 weeks during the last days of Feb to mid March. When the pandemic hit and the country and airport ...
Are you saying appeal on reentry? Read More
180 Day Confusion by boombop4477
I initially entered from usa 2/2019,in march the counting of days was suspended until 11/3.At time of suspension i had about 27 days,on magic date of 11/3,27 became 90 overnight.I didnt extend because at the FP at santos dumont,they have temp ...
Im also considering entering at the border,where,if given a hard time,would remain at another country,and not be deported from brazil. Read More
180 Day Confusion
I initially entered from usa 2/2019,in march the counting of days was suspended until 11/3.At time of suspension i had about 27 days,on magic date of 11/3,27 became 90 overnight.I didnt extend because at the FP at santos dumont,they have temp ... Read More
Overstayed Tourist Visa - Fees during Pandemic 2020 airport Closed by blake5377
Hi everybody! So I haven't been back to brazil since last year in 2020 during the Pandemic closures. I was suppose to go to brazil for what was 2 weeks during the last days of Feb to mid March. When the pandemic hit and the country and airport ...
My appeal was turned down,think max fine is 10k,it really sucks,on nov 3rd,it went to 90 days automatically, if u didnt extend,100r per day until u left,a good source is that some appeals worked Read More
Overstaying visa: any Covid extensions in effect? by emerald788
Hello, my 180 days is nearly up. I'm due to fly to Lisbon, but Portugal has a ban on people coming from Brazil. So do most countries. If I overstay my visa, will I be fined, and how much per day?
I overstayed by 37 days=3700 reais plus interest now near 5k.Apparently u can appeal,which i did,lost.Im reappealing ,based on covid situation. Read More