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Accommodation in Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation in Rio de Janeiro

With an official population of about seven million people, and almost twice that number in the metro area, Rio de Janeiro is the second-largest Brazilian city, after S茫o Paulo. Nicknamed 鈥淭he Marvelous City鈥, Rio de Janeiro also attracts huge numbers of tourists each year. As you'll be competing with many others for accommodation, finding a reasonably-priced place to live in a nice part of the city can be a challenge. But where you live is very important in Rio, so give apartment-hunting the time and effort it deserves. Before beginning your search for accommodation in Rio, first read 天美麻豆's Accommodation in Brazil section.

25 March 2022
Accommodation in S茫o Paulo
Accommodation in S茫o Paulo

S茫o Paulo is Brazil's largest city by far. It offers a wide variety of accommodations with different levels of comfort and for all budgets. If you're making a short stay in the region, you could stay in a hotel or a serviced residence flat. Otherwise, you could opt for an apartment or perhaps a shared house. Before beginning your search for accommodation in S茫o Paulo, first read 天美麻豆's Accommodation in Brazil section.

25 March 2022
Accommodation in Recife
Accommodation in Recife

Recife, located on the northeast coast of Brazil, on the tip jutting out into the South Atlantic, is one of Brazil's oldest cities. But today, it's a major trade and trans-shipping hub in the region. Recife offers many accommodation options, and for a city its size, housing is inexpensive, despite an influx of foreigners over the last several years. Before beginning your search for accommodation in Recife, have a look at 天美麻豆's Accommodation in Brazil section.

25 March 2022
Accommodation in Salvador de Bahia
Accommodation in Salvador de Bahia

Salvador, the capital of the state of Bahia and Brazil's first colonial capital, is a world-known tourist destination. Located in the northeast of the country on the South Atlantic coast, it's very popular, thanks to its beautiful sand beaches, its colonial architecture, and its preservation of African traditions, which are apparent in its distinctive food, clothing, religions, and music. Salvador today is a large city of three million, in a virtual tie with Brasilia for status as the third-largest city in Brazil. Before beginning your search for accommodation in Salvador de Bahia, first read 天美麻豆's Accommodation in Brazil section.

25 March 2022
Study in Brazil
Study in Brazil

Pursuing a course of study in Brazil can be a great addition to your CV; it can be fun, interesting, and exciting too. As the largest country in Latin America, Brazil is growing in importance in the world, and completing your studies here, or being part of an exchange study program, can benefit you professionally. Brazil has many good universities offering a variety of courses, many of which are open to international students. However, while some courses may be taught in English, you'll need to have a good grasp of Portuguese to be accepted into a study program in Brazil.

25 March 2022
Finding a job in Brazil
Finding a job in Brazil

It's better to get a job from abroad if you want to work in Brazil. In this article, find useful information to guide you in your search. To obtain a work visa in Brazil, you're advised to find a job before moving. You may consult job offers from Brazilian economic missions nearest to you or from foreign chambers of commerce operating in Brazil. Moreover, you have to gather concrete information on the labor market and on occupational regulations or on settlement procedures if you want to set up your own business there.

25 March 2022
The Brazilian labour market
The Brazilian labour market

In recent years, Brazil suffered through an economic recession and a government austerity program. Still, Brazil possesses the world's 12th-largest economy, so there are jobs for those who qualify. Foreigners wishing to work in Brazil will need to have skills not readily available within Brazil. Also, many jobs will require at least a working knowledge of Portuguese. Another route, if you don't possess an in-demand skill set, is to seek permanent residency, which will grant you the right to work legally in Brazil.

25 March 2022
Invest in Brazil
Invest in Brazil

With a population of more than 212 million and a growing middle class, Brazil represents many investment opportunities. Real estate, tourism, restaurants and bars, and private schools represent some of the possibilities. However, Brazil remains a highly bureaucratic country that isn't especially conducive to business. Be sure to do your due diligence before launching any business endeavor here. You can begin educating yourself at the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Ministry of Taxes.

25 March 2022
Internships in Brazil
Internships in Brazil

Brazil is a huge, diverse, and interesting country. It's fully half of South America, whether measured in terms of geography, population, or economy. It could be a great place to spend some time developing your skills and adding to your CV. Consider studying Portuguese before you come to Brazil for your internship, as it's likely to be a requirement for your work, and you'll need it in day-to-day dealings.

25 March 2022
Working in Brasilia
Working in Brasilia

While Brazil is still struggling somewhat and is recovering economically, Bras铆lia's white-collar economy presents one of the best opportunities to land a well-paid job in Brazil. Many Brazilian and international companies have offices here. While you'll still typically need a work visa to work here legally, if you have the right skills, you'll have a chance at winning a job in this modern city. You can begin by reviewing 天美麻豆's general guidelines for working in Brazil.

25 March 2022
Working in Rio de Janeiro
Working in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro is Brazil's largest commercial center after S茫o Paulo. With a diversified economy, it offers jobs for those with the requisite skill sets, and it can also offer a high quality of life. But if you'd like to work there, you're advised to begin your search for a job from abroad. You can start by reviewing 天美麻豆's general guidelines for working in Brazil.

24 March 2022
Working in S茫o Paulo
Working in S茫o Paulo

S茫o Paulo is Brazil's largest economic center by far, with many Brazilian firms headquartered here, as well the offices of dozens of multinational companies. The state of S茫o Paulo has large agricultural and manufacturing components, and the capital city of S茫o Paulo is its financial heart. S茫o Paulo is without question the premier financial center of Brazil and South America. With its diversified economy and large services sector, it offers jobs for those with the requisite skill sets. It can also offer an excellent quality of life. But if you'd like to work there, you're advised to begin your search for a job from abroad. You can begin by reviewing 天美麻豆's general guidelines for working in Brazil.

24 March 2022
Working in Recife
Working in Recife

Recife is the capital of the northeastern state of Pernambuco. With a population of 1.6 million (more than double that of in the metropolitan area), Recife is the eighth-largest city in Brazil. It presents possibly the best opportunity for expats who'd like to live in Brazil's sunny Northeast.

24 March 2022
Working in Belo Horizonte
Working in Belo Horizonte

Belo Horizonte (鈥淏eautiful Horizon鈥 in Portuguese) is the capital of the state of Minas Gerais. 鈥淏H,鈥 as the locals call it, is one of Brazil's largest cities, with a population of over 2.7 million, not counting the many university students who pervade the city. While BH lies in the interior, far from the beaches, it's a vibrant city with its own personality, a mix of the old and the new. It possesses a diversified economy and is worth a look if you aren't yet decided on a destination. Home to several large universities, 鈥淏H鈥 has a youthful energy, despite its long history. But if you'd like to work there, you're advised to begin your search for a job from abroad. You can begin by reviewing 天美麻豆's general guidelines for working in Brazil.

24 March 2022
Working in Curitiba
Working in Curitiba

Curitiba attracts many foreigners, who come both for work and because Curitiba offers a high standard of living. Many foreign companies have offices and facilities in Curitiba. But if you'd like to work there, you're advised to begin your search for a job from abroad. You can start by reviewing 天美麻豆's general guidelines for working in Brazil.

24 March 2022
Working in Fortaleza
Working in Fortaleza

Fortaleza is the capital city of the northeastern state of Cear谩 and is Brazil's fifth-largest city with a year-round population of about 2.7 million (4 million in the metro area). Located on a long and lovely stretch of coast, and blessed with good weather, the greater Fortaleza area is a highly popular destination for both Brazilian and European vacationers. It's also a large regional trade and transportation center. However, it's not a financial center on the order of S茫o Paulo or Rio, and fewer multinationals are represented here, so expatriate job seekers will need to have persistence and knowledge of Portuguese. You can begin your search for a job in Fortaleza by reviewing 天美麻豆's general guidelines for working in Brazil.

24 March 2022
Working in Salvador de Bahia
Working in Salvador de Bahia

Salvador de Bahia has long been one of Brazil's leading economic centers. The economy today is diversifying, and there are jobs. But as an expat, you'll need specialized skills to land one. If you'd like to work in Salvador, you're advised to begin your search for a job from abroad. You can begin by reviewing 天美麻豆's general guidelines for working in Brazil.

24 March 2022
General visa requirements for Brazil
General visa requirements for Brazil

Brazil is a huge and diverse country just waiting to be explored. But before you book your hotel and flight, check whether you'll need to apply for a visa.

24 March 2022
Work permits for Brazil
Work permits for Brazil

Finding legal work in Brazil can be difficult. But it's possible if you meet certain specific qualifications and obtain a signed work contract from a company that'll sponsor you. However, be sure to begin your job search from your home country. It's not advisable to move to Brazil and assume that you'll find a job after you've relocated.

24 March 2022
Travel to Brazil
Travel to Brazil

Brazil is the largest country in South America, as well as Latin America. It's an attractive place to visit due to its diverse topography, from its beaches to the Amazon rainforest, the culture, and cuisine. Below is some information to make your travel to Brazil easier.

23 March 2022
Marriage in Brazil
Marriage in Brazil

Brazil can be a romantic country, and you may want to marry here. Perhaps you even want to remain in Brazil afterward. But if you choose to get married in Brazil, you'll need to follow the steps outlined under Brazilian law carefully.

23 March 2022
Dutch expat family took the challenge of moving back home amid the pandemic
Dutch expat family took the challenge of moving back home amid the pandemic

Originally from the Netherlands, Angelique had been an expat in Belgium since 2008 until she moved to Taiwan in 2017. As her husband's two-year contract was renewed, she stayed for two more years until August 2021 when they finally moved back to their home country. She talks to us about the challenges of returning home, especially amid the pandemic, and the positive side of it.

25 February 2022
Expat life in the UK between the Brexit and the pandemic
Expat life in the UK between the Brexit and the pandemic

Angelica is originally from Verbania, Italy. It's been nearly ten years since she moved to the UK, hungry for independence and new experiences. She has also spent a year in Germany for her studies before going back to the UK and is currently in the process of obtaining British citizenship. She talks to us about living in London as an expat between Brexit and the Covid pandemic.

11 February 2022
Student life in Brussels
Student life in Brussels

When studying abroad, it's always a bit hard to know in advance exactly what it will be like. As such, it's well worth thoroughly researching everything beforehand, so that you have a better idea of what you can expect. As a city, Brussels has everything you could want as a student: fantastic universities, a vibrant cultural scene as well as a lively nightlife and every year thousands of international students head to the capital to begin their studies. To give you an idea of what's on offer, here is an overview of student life in Brussels.

14 December 2021
Life of a single expat mum in Mexico
Life of a single expat mum in Mexico

Roxana has had wanderlust since a very young age. While Zanzibar has been the land of her dreams, she finally ended up in Mexico after staying in New York. A single expat mum, she keeps herself busy in taking care of her daughter and an educational initiative dedicated to making linguistic education accessible for marginalized communities.聽

19 November 2021
From England to Salvador in the name of love
From England to Salvador in the name of love

Originally from England, Kim had never heard of El Salvador before moving there. It is her love, met online, that led her miles away from her country. Today, they have three children and a cosy family life in Latin America. Kim talks to 天美麻豆 about her adventure.

05 November 2021
The life and career of a global citizen in British Columbia
The life and career of a global citizen in British Columbia

Kasia was born in Poland but moved to Canada with her parents at the age of 8. After growing up in Canada, she travelled to Australia in her late 20s and stayed there for 15 years, and worked in the Asia Pacific region for 6 years before going back to Canada. Today, Kasia is an International Leadership & Career Coach who helps expat entrepreneurs become the leaders of tomorrow.

29 October 2021
Safety tips for solo female expats
Safety tips for solo female expats

Alone but not lonely. Solo female expats are on the rise, and as the world is striving towards gender equality, many women show that their ambitions have no geographical limits. Deciding to start a journey in a new country has all the elements an adventure needs: adrenaline, excitement and even a healthy amount of fear. If you are ahead of a similar journey, you should consider some safety dos and don'ts in order to make your new experience joyful and smooth.聽

27 October 2021
From Philadelphia to Mexico: Tales of an expat mum
From Philadelphia to Mexico: Tales of an expat mum

Originally from Philadelphia, Sara has quite an interesting story to tell. On travelling to Mexico for the first time when she was 18, she immediately fell in love with the country. Today, she lives in Veracruz with her multicultural family. From an English teacher before the pandemic, she converted into a publisher and is enjoying being an entrepreneur.

22 October 2021
Campaigning for the rights of expat children in the Netherlands
Campaigning for the rights of expat children in the Netherlands

Originally from Ecuador, Andrea is a mom and lawyer who has been living in the Netherlands for nine years now. After the country introduced a travel ban for family members from outside the European Union, she started a campaign for helping expat children in the Netherlands reunite with their parents and grandparents. But in May 2021, the government finally lifted this entry ban under certain conditions. Andrea talks to 天美麻豆 about the impact of this campaign and expat children's rights in the Netherlands.

06 October 2021
Marcie around the world: The adventures of a trailing spouse
Marcie around the world: The adventures of a trailing spouse

It's been more than a decade since Marcie, a US expat, has been following her spouse around the world for his career. The COVID-19 pandemic has got her stuck in California as her husband prepares for a solo move to Shanghai. Marcie talks to us about her adventures around the world and a book she recently wrote about marriage and compromise for trailing spouses.

27 August 2021
Being an expat freelancer in Austria amid the crisis
Being an expat freelancer in Austria amid the crisis

For Sarah, an American expat, being a trailing spouse is far from being a boring life. She is an art director, designer, illustrator, photographer and all-around creative guru based in Austria, where she relocated in October 2020. She talks to us about her new life in her host country amid the pandemic.

20 August 2021
Adapting to a Western country as an Asian expat
Adapting to a Western country as an Asian expat

Lin is originally from China. She relocated to Belgium in 2009 on a student exchange program and fell in love with the country. In spite of the language barrier and cultural challenges, she made it and shares her expat experience with 天美麻豆.

13 August 2021
The journey of an expat from Spain to Australia
The journey of an expat from Spain to Australia

It's been more than a decade since Laura, who is of Spanish origin, relocated abroad. She currently lives in Australia, a country she fell in love with during a trip from New Zealand. Today, Laura is a Purpose Coach & Expat Mentor in Sydney. She talks to us about her new expats adventure amid the pandemic.

06 August 2021
The life of a diplomatic spouse in Berlin
The life of a diplomatic spouse in Berlin

Alexandra is a Romanian expat who followed her spouse to Berlin for his career, but that doesn't make her a trailing spouse. A diplomatic spouse rather, who is always busy volunteering, writing books and articles, and taking care of her family. She talks to us about her reality.

30 July 2021
This week's local news at a glance
This week's local news at a glance

A new increase in the number of cases of COVID-19, Janssen vaccine considered for children and a new anticyclone in the region ... Here's what's happening in Mauritius in this last week of July.

28 July 2021
From Poland to Qatar in the name of love
From Poland to Qatar in the name of love

Joanna is a Pole expat who has had a great passion for travel for many years. Today, she is based in Qatar, following her Tunisian husband, who had a job there. She talks to us about that turning point in her life and the lifestyle she really enjoys in Qatar.

23 July 2021
Banking and finance in Cyprus
Banking and finance in Cyprus

Opening a bank account is one of the first things you'll need to do in Cyprus. Thankfully, the banking system in Cyprus is very sophisticated and friendly towards expats. Opening a bank account is straightforward and hassle-free, and you can choose between numerous local banks or one of the many international bank branches you will find on the island. What is best, you can even begin the banking process before you even arrive in Cyprus.

20 July 2021
Opening a bank account in the Maldives
Opening a bank account in the Maldives

If you plan to live, work or do business in the Maldives, you will need a bank account. Is it easy for expats to open bank accounts in the country? What are the related procedures and expenses? Find out in this article.

20 July 2021
Banking in Kenya
Banking in Kenya

New expats in Kenya will wish to open a bank account, necessary for receiving wages from your employer and for making local purchases. The process to open a new account in Kenya is straightforward and easy to do, or many international banks also have branches in Kenya- check with your local bank before relocating to see if you can access their services in your new country.

20 July 2021
Banking in Tanzania
Banking in Tanzania

If you are moving to Tanzania, it is likely that you are going to want to set up a bank account, especially if you are locally employed. The African country is renowned for having safe and secure banking procedures, ensuring utmost privacy and facilitating high-security transactions. This article will explore the area of banking and finance in Tanzania, and will provide useful and practical tips for getting your finances in order when you enter the country.

20 July 2021
Banking in Estonia
Banking in Estonia

The country that offers the opportunity to people from all over the world to become e-residents and create their own business without setting foot on its soil could not possibly trouble herself with such mundane issues as going to an actual bank, or withdrawing cash from an ATM. In fact, most Estonians have never seen a bank cheque in their lives -- and in 99% of the cases, they use their debit cards instead of cash. It's no wonder then that LHV, one of the four major commercial banks in the country, just doesn't deal with cash at all. Here's how to navigate your banking needs in this entirely digital world.

20 July 2021
Banking in Finland
Banking in Finland

In Finland, as is the case in all Nordic countries, the card is king. Debit card, that is. Finns use them to pay for goods and services in shops and almost everywhere -- with the exception of petrol stations, where cash is mysteriously still preferred. Indeed, cash is secondary which can be easily surmised by the lack of ATM machines in most banks (instead, look for the OTTO machines throughout the country). The good news is, you can get your own debit card very easily and without excessive documentation.

20 July 2021
Banking in Slovenia
Banking in Slovenia

Slovenia has a strong banking industry. National and international banks are located throughout the country, along with a large network of ATM machines in most towns, and withdrawals are available from local or international bank accounts. Major banks are more likely to have English-speaker tellers to assist with opening an account, and some banks have websites in both English and Slovenian.

20 July 2021
Banking and finances in Macau
Banking and finances in Macau

Macau is one of China's most developed regions and a big financial centre. Thus, when residing in Macau, banking should not be a problem. Read on to find out about different banks as well as how to open and manage your bank account in Macau as well as conduct daily financial operations.

20 July 2021
Banking and finances in Nigeria
Banking and finances in Nigeria

Nigeria has a quite developed financial system based on a raft of commercial banks, but expats should be wary of financial fraud when banking in Nigeria, as it is a significant concern in the country.

20 July 2021
Banking in Guatemala
Banking in Guatemala

Guatemala has endeavoured to clamp down on money laundering by implementing stringent control over international capital flows, which has resulted in mounting difficulties for foreigners to open bank accounts and perform basic financial transactions in the country. Find in this articles tips and advice on how to proceed.

20 July 2021
Opening a bank account in South Africa
Opening a bank account in South Africa

On moving to South Africa, whether to work or set up a business, opening a bank account will probably be one of your main concerns. This should not be complicated as the country hosts several banks that provide various services to expatriates. You can choose from 11 national banks such as ABSA, FNB, Standard Bank, Nedbank and Capitec, as well as some 50 international banks.

20 July 2021
Banking and finance in Scotland
Banking and finance in Scotland

Scotland has a long history when it comes to banking 鈥 going back more than 300 years. As such, the country's banking system is highly refined and offers unique advantages, like not paying banking fees if you remain within credit on your account. There is a variety of account types to choose from, depending on services offered but also depending on how long you've been in the country for. The process of opening a bank account can be challenging or costly depending on your nationality.

20 July 2021
Opening a bank account in Egypt
Opening a bank account in Egypt

Looking forward to open a bank account in Egypt? Find out how to proceed in this article.

20 July 2021