kevinmiller1957
American expat in Brazil
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About me
American
Lives in Goi脙垄nia, Goi脙&
Registration: 08 January 2024
Regular IDP works in Brazil for a year? by mdorn934
I鈥檓 moving permanently to Floripa in 5 months and want to know if Brasil accepts a regular IDP for a driver鈥檚 license until I get my Brasilian one? I know they are only good for a year.Thanks!
Be prepared to be able to speak Portuguese at your DETRAN office to be eligible to start your process to receive your Brasil driver license. Read More
Amazon River Cruise by john8670
Has anyone here ever tried an Amazon River cruise that鈥檚 multiple days? I stumbled across one that鈥檚 called the 鈥淕rand Amazon Expedition鈥� that is out of Manaus. I鈥檓 going to assume this is similar to ocean cruises where ...
@abthree That cruise looks amazing, have you taken that cruise? Read More
Brit moving to Brazil with minimal Portuguese by Terri Forward
Hi, I am a Brit, currently living in Singapore, where i met my current boyfriend, who is Brazilian. His contract in Singapore came to an end at the start of the year and i am now looking at the possibility of moving to Brazil. Unfortunately i dont ...
@Terri Forward Hi Terry,I married a Brazilian, and moved to Brazil almost exactly a year ago. While I have learned some Portuguese, such as going to the market, ordering at restaurants, asking where the lavatory is, asking directions, etc.., the ... Read More
What Were You Happy For in 2024! by roddiesho
Before we start the New Years Resolutions for 2025, please share with us what resolutions and events made you happy in 2024!For me it is very easy. This time last year I was cautiously asking my wife if she had heard from our well-paid Immigration ...
@roddiesho All the best to you in reaching your 2025 goals. They are attainable. Read More
What Were You Happy For in 2024! by roddiesho
Before we start the New Years Resolutions for 2025, please share with us what resolutions and events made you happy in 2024!For me it is very easy. This time last year I was cautiously asking my wife if she had heard from our well-paid Immigration ...
I鈥檓 grateful for the transition from California to Goiania, getting married to my wonderful Brasileira (I guess technically I was married in December 2023, but it鈥檚 close enough to 鈥�24), successfully obtaining my CRNM, and ... Read More
What Were You Happy For in 2024! by roddiesho
Before we start the New Years Resolutions for 2025, please share with us what resolutions and events made you happy in 2024!For me it is very easy. This time last year I was cautiously asking my wife if she had heard from our well-paid Immigration ...
@mberigan So happy to hear your knee replacement went well! Read More
Something about DETRAN you won't find online...... by GuestPoster6669
A foreigner must have their physical driver's license showing more than one year plus one day since issuance/renewal ON THE PHYSICAL CARD in order to do an "averbacao".........this is their term for the act of changing your gringo license to a ...
I appreciate the good advice from everyone. Thank you. I鈥檒l report back with my experience as it transpires. Read More
Something about DETRAN you won't find online...... by GuestPoster6669
A foreigner must have their physical driver's license showing more than one year plus one day since issuance/renewal ON THE PHYSICAL CARD in order to do an "averbacao".........this is their term for the act of changing your gringo license to a ...
@mberigan Thank you! Read More
Something about DETRAN you won't find online...... by GuestPoster6669
A foreigner must have their physical driver's license showing more than one year plus one day since issuance/renewal ON THE PHYSICAL CARD in order to do an "averbacao".........this is their term for the act of changing your gringo license to a ...
@abthree Thank you for your detailed reply. I鈥檓 still not real confident in my spoken Portuguese, but much much better than I was. I did have all paperwork translated and notarized and current valid California license copied/translated and ... Read More
Something about DETRAN you won't find online...... by GuestPoster6669
A foreigner must have their physical driver's license showing more than one year plus one day since issuance/renewal ON THE PHYSICAL CARD in order to do an "averbacao".........this is their term for the act of changing your gringo license to a ...
@alan279 That is what I would love to have happen! Read More
Something about DETRAN you won't find online...... by GuestPoster6669
A foreigner must have their physical driver's license showing more than one year plus one day since issuance/renewal ON THE PHYSICAL CARD in order to do an "averbacao".........this is their term for the act of changing your gringo license to a ...
A question, what service does a despachante provide other than oneself having to visit DETRAN and physically go through the process? DETRAN GO shut me down during the process a few months ago as the attendant felt that my verbal Portuguese ... Read More
Just a thought about new visa policy to enter Brasil by Hugodc2000
I think after Trump won the election this policy will not be implemented, what do you think?
@abthree Interesting.., My wife applied for a U.S. Visitor visa to travel with me to California to see my new granddaughter. She was denied as the agent stated she didn鈥檛 have enough 鈥渟trong ties鈥� to Brazil. To the appointment she ... Read More
Health Insurance by kevinmiller1957
I know this isn't a new topic, but when I search the the forum for health insurance I am not getting any links to prior threads.I am about to choose and purchase a plan for myself, my wife, and two dependent children. It seems like Unimed is the ...
@mberigan Yes! PT is a critical factor in the successful recovery. Strength, but most important, range of motion. When I had my left knee total replacement in 2009, my rehab schedule was similar to yours. Lots of work, but totally the key to ... Read More
Health Insurance by kevinmiller1957
I know this isn't a new topic, but when I search the the forum for health insurance I am not getting any links to prior threads.I am about to choose and purchase a plan for myself, my wife, and two dependent children. It seems like Unimed is the ...
@mberigan Thanks again! I knew it was you that said you had Unimed National when we were chatting about orthopedists for knees. How did that doc work out for you?We have been inquiring with Unimed about a National plan, and they are vehement that ... Read More
Health Insurance by kevinmiller1957
I know this isn't a new topic, but when I search the the forum for health insurance I am not getting any links to prior threads.I am about to choose and purchase a plan for myself, my wife, and two dependent children. It seems like Unimed is the ...
@Paul6611 Thank you for comments. We have decided to go with Unimed as it has been recommended by friends and medical professionals, alike. Read More
Health Insurance by kevinmiller1957
I know this isn't a new topic, but when I search the the forum for health insurance I am not getting any links to prior threads.I am about to choose and purchase a plan for myself, my wife, and two dependent children. It seems like Unimed is the ...
@Paul6611 Thank you! We appreciate your reply, and thoughts. Read More
SOLAR PANELS by roddiesho
Just out of curiosity, does anyone else have Solar Panels? How have they been Working? It is always 84 degrees and very sunny in our village in Northeastern Brazil. We just installed them on the roof of my house to save on electricity.Roddie in ...
@Pablo888 I chose Jinko panels which are supposed to have a useful life of 25 years Read More
SOLAR PANELS by roddiesho
Just out of curiosity, does anyone else have Solar Panels? How have they been Working? It is always 84 degrees and very sunny in our village in Northeastern Brazil. We just installed them on the roof of my house to save on electricity.Roddie in ...
@Gasparzinho 777I know, I鈥檓 from California. To install solar is astronomical, and to choose one of the lease plans has several implications. So I never considered it there. Read More
SOLAR PANELS by roddiesho
Just out of curiosity, does anyone else have Solar Panels? How have they been Working? It is always 84 degrees and very sunny in our village in Northeastern Brazil. We just installed them on the roof of my house to save on electricity.Roddie in ...
I didn鈥檛 go with the 鈥渓ow price leader鈥�. I chose a company that has been in business for several years and is installing top grade components. For panels, inverters and installation I am paying R$20,000. Read More
SOLAR PANELS by roddiesho
Just out of curiosity, does anyone else have Solar Panels? How have they been Working? It is always 84 degrees and very sunny in our village in Northeastern Brazil. We just installed them on the roof of my house to save on electricity.Roddie in ...
I鈥榤 in Goiania, we are finishing up the interior on a new constructuon home. We have 4 air conditioners and a pool, two refrigerators, washing machine, electric oven.Anyway I decided to install solar now. The house we are renting now is much ... Read More
Virtual Mailbox in the US by MemphisS
Hello there, We are living in Brazil and would like to know if anyone from the US have made use of Virtual Mailboxes. We are wondering if it is safe. Thanks all in advance.
Hi MemphisS - I have been utilizing iPostal for the last 4 months and so far so good. I received a letter from the California Franchise Tax Board. I viewed the contents of the letter online and verified that it contained no sensitive information. I ... Read More
2024: CRNM Printing Delays Explained by mikehunter
The attached links explain the situation.聽 TLDR: The agreement between the government and the contracted factory has ended, which is resulting in the delay of cards issuance. On February 14, 2024, a statement was published in the ...
Just an FYI, PF in Goiania stated I would have my card by the end of May (I received my protocolo in early March). I did not receive it. Checking with them in person on June 10th, wanting to get an updated protocolo, they declined to update it, ... Read More
2024: CRNM Printing Delays Explained by mikehunter
The attached links explain the situation.聽 TLDR: The agreement between the government and the contracted factory has ended, which is resulting in the delay of cards issuance. On February 14, 2024, a statement was published in the ...
@Cjeezy007thanks for the advice! i was not using the calendar function to enter my birth date. unfortunately, that didn鈥檛 cure the issue either. I鈥檝e made certain my VPN is disabled, too. i don鈥檛 even receive an error message, ... Read More
2024: CRNM Printing Delays Explained by mikehunter
The attached links explain the situation.聽 TLDR: The agreement between the government and the contracted factory has ended, which is resulting in the delay of cards issuance. On February 14, 2024, a statement was published in the ...
@koirj yes, that is where I鈥檝e been checking.聽 Unfortunately I don鈥檛 receive any results. Language is in Portuguese, have used Chrome and Firefox. But thanks for your help! Read More
2024: CRNM Printing Delays Explained by mikehunter
The attached links explain the situation.聽 TLDR: The agreement between the government and the contracted factory has ended, which is resulting in the delay of cards issuance. On February 14, 2024, a statement was published in the ...
@koirj thank you! Read More
2024: CRNM Printing Delays Explained by mikehunter
The attached links explain the situation.聽 TLDR: The agreement between the government and the contracted factory has ended, which is resulting in the delay of cards issuance. On February 14, 2024, a statement was published in the ...
Can someone please provide me with link or internet address where you are checking the status of your RNM card? Read More
2024: CRNM Printing Delays Explained by mikehunter
The attached links explain the situation.聽 TLDR: The agreement between the government and the contracted factory has ended, which is resulting in the delay of cards issuance. On February 14, 2024, a statement was published in the ...
Excuse me, Detran will not allow a license application without the actual RNM card I misspke in my earlier post Read More
2024: CRNM Printing Delays Explained by mikehunter
The attached links explain the situation.聽 TLDR: The agreement between the government and the contracted factory has ended, which is resulting in the delay of cards issuance. On February 14, 2024, a statement was published in the ...
I paid a visit tothe PF in Goiania today. My original protocolo had an early June expiration date. That date has changed, luckily, to鈥漣ndeterminado鈥�. My concern is not receiving my permanent card by sometime in July. Reason being that my ... Read More
Banking in Brazil while living in United States by easygoer1050
Hi All:Ok still enjoying all the topics on this site.....I finally was able to get my marriage certified in Brazil (Via the Orlando Embassy -which did a nice job)---I also was able to get my Visa for May--(that was a tad more cumblesome as they ...
@Peter Itamaraca Not at Banco do Brasil, or NuBank. They want the actual card. Read More
Dentist Recommendation in Goiania
Hi! I am looking for a recommendation for a trusted dentist in Goiania, doesn't have to be in a certain price range, just experienced, honest about care needed, and does good work.Thank you! Read More
Dentists in Brazil (Salvador) by Kurterino
Hello, Does anyone have experience with Brazilian dentists? Are there dentists who use gas sedation (like some in the US)?
Anyone have a recommendation for a good denist in Goiania? I have a tooth starting to act up that most likely will be needing a root canal. Read More
Bringing my own e-trike from the USA to Brazil by Roger Fonseca Santos
I'm moving from the USA to Brazil. I intend to bring my road bike and my wife's e-trike. The moving company says 'no way', and they won even accept as items eligible to put in their containers. People in other forums such as Quora, say they didn't ...
@Droplover Thank you for your thoghts, in my case the bike was a Santa Cruz Heckler 29er electric assist mtb. Very large, very heavy, big li-ion battery. Would have been very difficult to transport. Especially since batteries aren鈥檛 allowed ... Read More
Bringing my own e-trike from the USA to Brazil by Roger Fonseca Santos
I'm moving from the USA to Brazil. I intend to bring my road bike and my wife's e-trike. The moving company says 'no way', and they won even accept as items eligible to put in their containers. People in other forums such as Quora, say they didn't ...
@mberiganThank you so much for your detailed response. I have had some limited contact with the medical community here in Goiania, and have found it to be quite acceptable. I have been contemplating the Unimed plan, looks like the best choice here ... Read More
Bringing my own e-trike from the USA to Brazil by Roger Fonseca Santos
I'm moving from the USA to Brazil. I intend to bring my road bike and my wife's e-trike. The moving company says 'no way', and they won even accept as items eligible to put in their containers. People in other forums such as Quora, say they didn't ...
Hey, me too, ex-avid biker. I just moved to Goiania, and sold my bicycles prior to leaving, custom road bike and a Santa Cruz MTB and some others. Broke my heart, but to bring them into Brasil would have been cost prohibitive.Anyway, my question is ... Read More
Dengue Outbreak Vaccination Recommendation by Pablo888
From:https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2024/03/04/1235795657/dengue-brazil-state-of-emergency-vaccineLocal expat experts in Brazil - do you recommend getting the dengue vaccination before going to Brazil?Is it easy to get immunized in ...
@rnbtg when i was researching dengue vaccines prior to leaving the United States, it may have been the Mayo Clinic site, it stated that the side effects of the vaccine in persons over 60 years of age tend to be severe and possibly worse than ... Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 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 ...
Ola! I鈥檓 Kevin newbie expat from the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. Recently married to my Brazilian wife, Marcilene. We reside in Goiania. Loving our lives here! Read More
Drivers license in Brazil by Carlos Richard
What is process to receive Brazilian Drive License?聽Can I just keep my country of origin license or change聽to Brazilian.
*** is excellent if you need to go the apostille route. They do 50 states and D.C ., provide you with a PDF of the apostilled document and ship original to you here. Not inexpensive, but if you need it they are a good option.[link moderated] Read More
Brazil to Require Tourist Visas for Some Visa Waiver Countries by abthree
*ETA* 08/30/23 Per an update on the Consulate General of Brazil website on 08/26/23, the implementation date for this change has been postponed to January 10, 2024.03/24/23聽The following notice began to be posted on the websites of Brazilian ...
@abthree I was married in Brazil in December, the cartorio we used only required 5 days Read More