Jim
@jimeluiz
American expat in Brazil
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Registration: 16 August 2009
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 ...
Yeah, rc, gringos tend to have too much time on their hands and plenty to gripe about. This is not unique to this fine site. It happens in most "expat" groups (check the ones on Facebook for some really depressing chatter). I think folks ... Read More
Homeschooling by Melodynava
I read that homeschooling was illegal in Brazil. Does that apply to Americans as well. We will be there on missionary visas, if that makes a difference. Thanks so much for your help.
Why, why would you think the law applies to everyone but "Americans?" Gotta shake that perspective if you are going to get a handle on living abroad... There are many positive socializing reasons children do well to be enrolled in a school in the ... Read More
how to gain permanent residency through investment
Yeah, I'm pretty sure you have to provide employment to several Brazilians. There is also the option of getting a retirement visa -- but then you have to surrender a boat load of money to a long term savings account. Try contacting these folks: ... Read More
jobs for english speakers in Rio?? by bluebirdbowe
Hi guys, im keen to find out if there are any websites or recruiters who gave jobs for english speaking professional in Rio. I am an irish female, late 20s with 10 years experience in all areas or the hotel, bar, nightclub and restaurant trade at a ...
Do you have the legal right to work in Brazil? Read More
companion visa by IsabelleG
Hello I am French and my boyfriend is Brasilian. We met each other in Dublin 2 years ago. We are actually looking for a way to allow me to stay in Brasil. Everybody advise us to get married - but I am only 25 yo and I don t really want to get ...
Wait -- don't get married just yet. Federal law in Brazil inclludes a visa option for those in a "Stable Union" - gay or straight. You do not need to be married, you just have to prove you are in a stable union (and that your Brazilian partner is ... Read More
Advice for someone moving to Macae, Brazil by bvb4185
My company has asked me to take a position in Macae. I currently reside in Houston and my wife and I expect to be making the move within the next few months. I have traveled to Macae several times before on business but if there are one or two ...
Rio das Ostras is a bit far. You are not moving to Brazil to recreate the commuting stress of the States, I presume. ;-) I can't say exactly, but I had a conversation with an expat who's husband works in Maca茅 (different person than the one ... Read More
Advice for someone moving to Macae, Brazil by bvb4185
My company has asked me to take a position in Macae. I currently reside in Houston and my wife and I expect to be making the move within the next few months. I have traveled to Macae several times before on business but if there are one or two ...
I would encourage you to learn Portuguese, even if you will be working in English and spending a lot of time with expats speaking English. Also, you may want to consider living outside of Macae in a neighboring town for a better quality of life. ... Read More
Where to purchase blank CD-Rs or CD-RWs in Rio de Janeiro by DCJames
Hello to All: My name is James and I just joined this blog. Can anyone advise me as to specific stores in Rio where one can purchase blank Sony CDs (CD-R or CD-RW) for recording music. A friend who lives outside of Rio tells me that he can never ...
Any Ca莽ula store has what you want. cacula.com/enderecosRioDeJaneiro.aspx Read More
Living in la cidade maravilhosa... by bceli
When it doesnt rain!!!! I'm introducing myself here. I'm Celia, spanish, living in Rio since May. I'm used to be an expat in many places, as due to my work, I have been living in many countries. I see Rio is different from other places as it's ...
bceli - one great resource for everything going on in the City is the Official Rio Guide, produced by Rio's tourism agency. Check it out here (there is an English version) http://www.rioguiaoficial.com.br/ Also, be sure to download the monthly ... Read More
home schooling in Brasil
I too believe it is illegal in Brazil. Read More
Is there anyone knows about free class to learn how to talk in... by bing
I'm living in Sao Paulo,and I want to know about free class to learn Portuguese.In Japan,have lot's of places having free classes for foreigners,that they can joined to learn how to read,write and talk in Nihongo (Japanese language).Some Japanese ...
I live in Rio de Janeiro. The university site is here http://www.uerj.br/modulos/kernel/home.php There is certainly a similar university in SP. Good luck. Read More
Is there anyone knows about free class to learn how to talk in... by bing
I'm living in Sao Paulo,and I want to know about free class to learn Portuguese.In Japan,have lot's of places having free classes for foreigners,that they can joined to learn how to read,write and talk in Nihongo (Japanese language).Some Japanese ...
I have not found a FREE class, except for multiple resources on the internet (search iTunes for many podcasts) and Google for the rest. I studied originally at the Federal university and the class cost nearly R$1,000 per semester. Now, for some ... Read More
medical insurance
We have been a member of UNIMED and have been quite happy. Good luck. Jim http://qualidadedevida-jim.blogspot.com/ Read More
looking for new friends
I'm in Rio, but check out this site for local connections in Sao Paulo. http://www.gringoes.com/default.asp Good luck, Jim http://qualidadedevida-jim.blogspot.com/ Read More
Babies in Sao Paulo
Here's a good site to help you meet up with others. Good luck. http://www.gringoes.com/ Read More
Moving to Goiania by missusjessus
Hello everyone! My husband is originally from Goiania and I am American. We are planning to move there with our son sometime by the end of 2010 My question is Are there ANY Americans in Goiania? More specifically women. I don't speak any ...
I just did a google search for "speaking english in goiania" and got a few leads. Give it a try. Looks somewhat bleak but I'm sure some networking on the ground will uncover folks. Visit the English language schools for their conversation ... Read More