dan001
Canadian looking for information about Brazil
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Toronto
Speaks English, Learning Portuguese
Registration: 21 March 2013
VITUR without 180 days per year stipulation
Thanks. Nothing about 180 days right? Seems everything has stayed the same yet the 180 days max per year is absent. Read More
Entering or leaving Brazil by land without going through customs
I've recently been around a few land borders in Brazil and have been surprised at how lax they are. It got me wondering. It's incredibly easy to walk across a land border and back without stopping at customs. In some crossings, ... Read More
VITUR without 180 days per year stipulation
I just received my renewed tourist visa from the Brazilian consulate in Toronto. Everything looks the same: Multiple entries 5 year validity 90 day stay duration Etc There is one important difference and that is it no longer indicates that I am ... Read More
Rush/Priority A4 letter delivery to Brazil from Toronto
Thanks James. I figured that with Canada Post as well, so I skipped them. I ended up going with DHL as they were a much closer walk for me than to go to FedEx. They guaranteed 3 day delivery. Read More
Rush/Priority A4 letter delivery to Brazil from Toronto
I'm sending important documents to Belo Horizonte Brazil from Toronto, Canada. Canada Post has said they offer a priority shipment to brazil that will take 2 to 3 days (delivered to recipient). Does anyone have experience with this? ... 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 ...
Thanks. Any hints (or another forum post) on the fine print for the marriage agreement when you get married in Brazil. I understood 3 options. 1) Everything you owned (even house) that was owned individually prior to marriage is still yours ... 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 ...
Thanks! I picked up my legalized birth certificate at the consulate in Toronto today. I asked her all about this situation, and she said the cartorio in Belo Horizonte is wrong. Once the birth certificate is legalized at the consulate and ... 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 ...
Thanks James. We've tried 2 different Cartorios in BH and they are both saying the same thing. We will try a couple more and see what they say. There are some cities just outside Belo Horizonte we will call too. 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 ...
Thanks. The Cartorio is still saying otherwise unfortunately. We'll try calling another Cartorio and see if their answer is different. The Cartorio we called says that there is only a 90 day window and the legalized birth certificate has to ... 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 ...
Thanks. I understand that. Is this written online somewhere (Brazil gov website or Federal Police website), so that we can verify this part of the law or rule? 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 ...
Thanks, I'll keep that in mind. The certified copy is already done here, so we can try it, and if it doesn't work, we will do it the other way. I'll share with the group if it worked or not. Any thoughts on the 180 day birth ... 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 ...
Thanks again James for the info. According to the Brazilian consulate I can get my passport certified in Canada by getting a copy Notorized by a public notary in Canada, and then legalized by the consulate of Brazil in Canada. This means I ... 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 ...
Quick question about certified copy of passport. "A clear and legible Certified copy of your passport; identification page and visa page(s) - Note: Take the original passport to the Cart贸rio, they will make the certified copies there. ... 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 ...
Hi James, There is a discrepancy between what the Cartorio is saying and the information here. The Cartorio in BH is saying that passport has to be certified and given to them within 90 days of it being issued. Maybe we will have to call them ... 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 ...
Ok, so the 180 day period is the amount of time I have to get the consulate to legalize the the birth certificate once the birth certificate is issued to me, and then once that's done, I the wedding date can be over 180 days from the day and ... 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 ...
My mistake. Birthdate was a typo. Birthplaces are mismatched between long form birth certificate and passport/visa, but the dates are fine. I'm wondering if this is something the consulate can answer for me when I go to get it certified by ... 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 ...
Thanks for the info. Unfortunately, as I just got my new long form birth certificate, it has my real birth place, and not the birth place which was indicated on the short form certificate. Now, I have to figure out what the means. I wonder if I ... 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 ...
I've spent the last couple hours going through this whole thread (all 10 pages), as well as reading other sites on the Internet. Long story short, my fiancee and I are planning to marry soon (within the next 6 months). 1) I will apply to get ... Read More
Safety in Brazil by Mickey34
I'm completely in a state of shock. My trip to Brazil will begin in late January. I've been doing a lot of research, maybe too much. The stories are horrendous to say the least. Everything from bodies of murdered children lying in the ...
Go to Brazil. I think you are giving into fear and anxiety. Lookup the statistics of how many people go to Brazil every year without a problem. 200,000,000 people live there, if your fears were not exaggerated then most of them would be dead. ... Read More
Passport Number Change, Existing Gol flights with old passport number by dan001
I'm getting a new passport which will give me a new passport number. Now, I have domestic flights in Brazil already booked, and for some reason Gol always asks for passport when booking, so I entered my passport number at the time. My new ...
Check this though. http://www.aeroportoguarulhos.net/en/departure DOMESTIC FLIGHTS Documents required for passengers of other nationalities - Foreign Passport. - National Registry of Foreign Affairs (RNE). - Diplomatic and Consular Identity. Read More
Passport Number Change, Existing Gol flights with old passport number by dan001
I'm getting a new passport which will give me a new passport number. Now, I have domestic flights in Brazil already booked, and for some reason Gol always asks for passport when booking, so I entered my passport number at the time. My new ...
Interesting! I didn't know that at all about not needing the passport for a domestic flight. I was in a situation a couple of years ago where we frantically ran to the airport to catch a domestic flight to Porto Alegre via Gol. When we ... Read More
Passport Number Change, Existing Gol flights with old passport number
I'm getting a new passport which will give me a new passport number. Now, I have domestic flights in Brazil already booked, and for some reason Gol always asks for passport when booking, so I entered my passport number at the time. My new ... Read More
Passport needs to be valid for 6 months?Existing visa on new passport?
Thanks for the fast response! I appreciate the info! Read More
Passport needs to be valid for 6 months?Existing visa on new passport?
I have two questions. I am planning a trip to Brazil in November, but my passport expires March 2015. My trip will only last 2 or 3 weeks, but as my passport expires in March 2015 it won't be valid for 6 months after my expected depart from ... Read More
Considerations surrounding Brazilian citizenship and naturalization by James
Naturalization in any country is nothing to be taken lightly by any stretch of the imagination. This is especially the case here in Brazil because citizenship, however obtained, carries with it certain serious responsibilites as well as rights. So ...
Excellent post William. One thing that I don't see is information about taxes. For example, what are the tax rules if you are now a Brazilian citizen, but have lived in another country (your other citizenship) for most of the last year. How is it ... Read More
Are Brazil's Airports ready for the World Cup? by dan001
I've had the opportunity to fly frequently to many airports in Brazil. During Carnival it's chaotic at GIG or SDU. I can imagine the airports being much more chaotic, but I am not sure what the airports are planning to do. I imagine more taxi's ...
From what I have learned while talking to locals here, there are regular international flights now to Miami, Panama City, (AA, Copa) and other places which I believe they didn't have the option to do at Pampulha. I believe Gol is soon (or now) to ... Read More
Brazilian Visa Expiry Question
Your Visa is valid. If you are worried about specific issues please feel free to post them. Read More
Brazilian Visa Expiry Question
Sorry, but you should read your visa again and ask yourself if it's still valid and you should have the answer. Short answer is Yes. The math: The Visa is Valid for 10 years from July 2010 makes it valid until 2020. Last entry 2010. 2013 is ... Read More
Importing personal car to Brazil by TRawdon2
I am looking for anyone with experience of importing their personal vehicle into Brazil.
I believe as a tourist you can enter with your vehicle, but I am not sure how they control that you have left with it. Perhaps there is paperwork that you complete when you enter the country, and upon leaving they confirm you are leaving with your ... Read More
Importing personal car to Brazil by TRawdon2
I am looking for anyone with experience of importing their personal vehicle into Brazil.
I'm interested in knowing this too. One of my dreams is to drive my personal vehicle from Canada all the way to Brazil. Most people are against my idea, but it's on the list :) I've done some research, but I'd love more info as I am still unclear ... Read More
Finding a job in software engineering by milankoko
So I have just returned from the holidays in Brazil and I am considering moving to sao paulo to work and live. I have a PhD in Computer sciences, 5 years work experience and am 29 years old guy for Slovenia (Europe, EU). Where is the best place to ...
I'm running into the same problem. I am sending information out to companies directly as well as recruiting agencies. I decided to target international companies who also have offices in my own country, Canada. However, I will likely do this in ... Read More
15 to 70mil for apartment at World Cup? by dan001
Looking for an apartment in BH, we notice many people advertising their apartments to rent during the World Cup. Some are ridiculously priced at 15,000 to even up to 70,000 R$. Are these people crazy. Ok, I can understand if you are very rich and ...
I might take you up on that in the future. Right now, I am just doing research online and going to the odd open house just to get a feel for the market. Read More
Finding a job in software engineering by milankoko
So I have just returned from the holidays in Brazil and I am considering moving to sao paulo to work and live. I have a PhD in Computer sciences, 5 years work experience and am 29 years old guy for Slovenia (Europe, EU). Where is the best place to ...
Hi milankoko, I am in a similar situation as you. I'm a software consultant with over 13 years experience. If you find any resources, I'd love to hear about them. Read More
Looking for good hiking trails near Belo Horizonte...
Hello - I am looking for some decent and somewhat challenging hiking trails around Belo Horizionte. I'm not afraid to hike up the large hills in Minas. I'd love to find some decent trails where I can spend an afternoon hiking for 3 or 4 hours. ... Read More
Are Brazil's Airports ready for the World Cup? by dan001
I've had the opportunity to fly frequently to many airports in Brazil. During Carnival it's chaotic at GIG or SDU. I can imagine the airports being much more chaotic, but I am not sure what the airports are planning to do. I imagine more taxi's ...
I found this article today. Interesting. It seems at least anyone flying to or from GRU might be in luck as Infraero is no longer running the show, and they are building a new ... Read More
15 to 70mil for apartment at World Cup? by dan001
Looking for an apartment in BH, we notice many people advertising their apartments to rent during the World Cup. Some are ridiculously priced at 15,000 to even up to 70,000 R$. Are these people crazy. Ok, I can understand if you are very rich and ...
Very interesting indeed! Thank you for the comment, and I will do some further research. Read More
Are Brazil's Airports ready for the World Cup? by dan001
I've had the opportunity to fly frequently to many airports in Brazil. During Carnival it's chaotic at GIG or SDU. I can imagine the airports being much more chaotic, but I am not sure what the airports are planning to do. I imagine more taxi's ...
I think you are misunderstanding the intent of my question. I am not comparing anything to Canada, rather I am being objective about what I see. My Brazilian friends here are also all wondering the same thing. Will the airports be able to handle ... Read More
15 to 70mil for apartment at World Cup? by dan001
Looking for an apartment in BH, we notice many people advertising their apartments to rent during the World Cup. Some are ridiculously priced at 15,000 to even up to 70,000 R$. Are these people crazy. Ok, I can understand if you are very rich and ...
Interesting. You are right about renting out the apartments, as I've rented many short term rentals. At regular prices of let's say R$150 to R$250 - similar to a hotel price. If someone can rent out their apartment for $R 70,000 though, I think ... Read More
15 to 70mil for apartment at World Cup?
Looking for an apartment in BH, we notice many people advertising their apartments to rent during the World Cup. Some are ridiculously priced at 15,000 to even up to 70,000 R$. Are these people crazy. Ok, I can understand if you are very rich and ... Read More
Are Brazil's Airports ready for the World Cup?
I've had the opportunity to fly frequently to many airports in Brazil. During Carnival it's chaotic at GIG or SDU. I can imagine the airports being much more chaotic, but I am not sure what the airports are planning to do. I imagine more taxi's ... Read More
Expat Group in BH? by mcclelm
Hi, I'm looking to connect with other Expats living in BH. I read on an 天美麻豆 there is a group that meets once a month, however, the online links no longer work and I'm dead ended at finding more information. Do any of you folks know of such ...
I'm from Toronto and have been in BH since December. I'm trying to get a sense of demographics how big the english speaking expat community is in BH. As per my demographics - 34 year old male Canadian. I see the occasional gringo looking person ... Read More
Online Banking in Brazil - Protect Yourself from scams by James
[img align=l]http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTM_6MzRUx4vU3G6VX3lCcMBLDuvwSUC2EG64Zo5Y8b033FRtmQ[/img]There are a number of scams being perpetrated by criminals in Brazil to illegally gain access to your bank accounts and you need to protect ...
This seems to be a problem everywhere, not just in Brazil. Very common to hear about this in Canada. Read More
A Gringo's Survival Guide to Brazil by James
[img align=L]http://9imb150dy03dci7w3gxvi91b.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/survival-guide.jpg[/img]A Gringo鈥檚 Survival Guide to Brazil (or everything you ever wanted to know about life in Brazil and couldn鈥檛 find ...
I second that. I've only been using expat-blog for about a week now, but I keep coming back. The advice on this blog, especially from William has been incredible and very valuable to me. I'm going to contribute what I can in return. This forum ... Read More
Tourist Visa Stays in Brazil - 180 days per year maximum by James
Tourist Visa Stay 聳 180 day per year maximum The method of calculating the maximum visa stay is the subject of so much confusion that I have decided to try and explain it as clearly as possible so it can be easily understood by all. The standard ...
I just want to update everybody with my experience with the Tourist Visa extension. It was granted today at the PF in Belo Horizonte. We arrives 7:50 after being told it opened at 8am, however there were quite a few people in line already, and ... Read More
Banks in Brazil to Withdraw ATM From Foreign Bank using Interac/Plus by dan001
I am finding it hard to get money with my Canadian Bank account (TD) using my TD Interac/Plus card. It seems most banks which support Plus don't work, or rarely work. Bank of Brazil worked last year no problem, but this year it works maybe 10% of ...
Thank you both for your responses. Thank you TD for stepping in as well. I have contacted TD and ensured my daily limits are high which they are higher than I'd likely ever need. William is correct on most aspects. One problem recently is that ... Read More
Banks in Brazil to Withdraw ATM From Foreign Bank using Interac/Plus
I am finding it hard to get money with my Canadian Bank account (TD) using my TD Interac/Plus card. It seems most banks which support Plus don't work, or rarely work. Bank of Brazil worked last year no problem, but this year it works maybe 10% of ... Read More
Doesn't it kind of make you wonder sometimes? by James
Hi all, [img align=L]https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-dfy21rffKac/TeVxCtbiahI/AAAAAAAAALQ/p8gfVtbHPcI/SAM_0330.JPG[/img] I've been living in Brazil for eleven years now so I have become very accustomed to the fact that here ...
I've been wondering some of these things myself. I could never understand the lack of screens, but now I am getting used to them and don't miss it. Especially in the city, you may get a few things entering from time to time, but it's not a big ... Read More
Tourist Visa Stays in Brazil - 180 days per year maximum by James
Tourist Visa Stay 聳 180 day per year maximum The method of calculating the maximum visa stay is the subject of so much confusion that I have decided to try and explain it as clearly as possible so it can be easily understood by all. The standard ...
We're filling out the form for the extension. Should we use a local brazilian address where I am staying or should I use my home address? They don't clarify on the form. Also, is it mandatory I bring a copy of a return plane ticket with me? Some ... Read More
Tourist Visa Stays in Brazil - 180 days per year maximum by James
Tourist Visa Stay 聳 180 day per year maximum The method of calculating the maximum visa stay is the subject of so much confusion that I have decided to try and explain it as clearly as possible so it can be easily understood by all. The standard ...
Thanks JohnC. We talked to the FP today in Belo Horizonte and they confirmed what you said about losing days if you apply with X days left in your 90 day period. On the plus side, we were informed that we can get the extension the same day. We ... Read More
Tourist Visa Stays in Brazil - 180 days per year maximum by James
Tourist Visa Stay 聳 180 day per year maximum The method of calculating the maximum visa stay is the subject of so much confusion that I have decided to try and explain it as clearly as possible so it can be easily understood by all. The standard ...
I may sound like in a bit of a panic about this, but were making sure we do it properly. Now that we have much more information than we had yesterday, I am not anticipating any problems. We talked to the FP in Belo Horizonte today and they advised ... Read More
Tourist Visa Stays in Brazil - 180 days per year maximum by James
Tourist Visa Stay 聳 180 day per year maximum The method of calculating the maximum visa stay is the subject of so much confusion that I have decided to try and explain it as clearly as possible so it can be easily understood by all. The standard ...
I have some concerns with extending basically from what I have been reading on the Internet. 1) I am under the impression you can only ever extend once (for the lifetime of your visa, or once per year, I am not sure). So, if I extend now for 12 ... Read More
Tourist Visa Stays in Brazil - 180 days per year maximum by James
Tourist Visa Stay 聳 180 day per year maximum The method of calculating the maximum visa stay is the subject of so much confusion that I have decided to try and explain it as clearly as possible so it can be easily understood by all. The standard ...
This post confuses me about one thing. I am a Canadian and I have a tourist visa for Brazil. It states the following: No of Entries: Multiple Duration of Stay: 90 days Maximum:180 days per year On this visa, there is nothing about having to ... Read More