Set37
American expat in Brazil
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About me
American
Lives in Rio de Janeiro
Registration: 17 September 2013
Brazil Criminal Record
You can go online and get on the PF website and get it with your ID. In the state of RJ you can get the state criminal report online. Read More
where to live in Rio ? how much ? by rolando78
I am supposedly likely to move to Rio in some months, and already need to plan more or less where I want to live. I am used to a good living standard and good neighbourhoods, but at the same time I don't like commuting. But I guess I can't ...
Leblon and Ipanema are great places to live and of course, only blocks to the beach. The rents in those areas are down over the last year dropping appx 10% and a fair share of vacancies. If you have a housing allowance of $5000 USD you can live ... Read More
Azul Airlines
Thanks very much. Ive done GIG a many times. My house is in Alto da Boa Vista above Sao Conrado so I think SDU is going to perfect!!! Thanks for the info!!!!! Read More
Azul Airlines
I'm trying Azul from Orlando to Rio. The flight is Orlando to Veracopos then from there to SDU in Rio. Anybody have experience with this flight or Veracopos or Azul? I'm just wondering about baggage and customs info. I usually take AA and ... Read More
So what if I overstay my Tourist Visa in Brazil anyway? by James
I聮ve gotten so many questions from people who have overstayed their Tourist Visa in Brazil or who are contemplating doing so and want to know what the potential consequences are that I聮ve lost count. So here goes with a description and hopefully it ...
I also overstayed and had my friend pay it at Banco do Brasil in Rio. She got the receipt copied at the notary and made two certified copies and sent one to me in the States. When I came back to Rio in December the multa showed up and I got red ... Read More
overstayed visa - when can i return to Brasil by moletracy
Hi, i can see many posted about overstayed visa so many im slightly confused all it all! Im British and ive been living in Brasil since Jaunary 2014, my 3 month tourist visa expired on 15th April 2014 Therefore, to date i have overstayed my visa ...
I would recommend that you pay on your way out and make sure the Feds record it and keep the receipt in case you have trouble getting back in. Read More
Cost of Dental Care in Brazil? by VictoriaChandler
I need to get some major dental work done (root canals, dental implants, etc.) and I was wondering if anyone here had experience with dentists in Brazil. If so, what was your experience like? I now have full medical and dental insurance (through my ...
Yes. It's 200K north of Rio. Read More
Cost of Dental Care in Brazil? by VictoriaChandler
I need to get some major dental work done (root canals, dental implants, etc.) and I was wondering if anyone here had experience with dentists in Brazil. If so, what was your experience like? I now have full medical and dental insurance (through my ...
I found that dentists are much less here than in the US. I found that Rio is much higher than other locations. I had my work done in Juiz de fora and much less than Rio and 60% cheaper than in the US. Example three root canals for R$1600. . Read More
Marrying on an expired visa?
James. I'm in the same boat. Overstayed on US Tourist Visa. Read More
New Year 脠ve Rio
If you don't mind being with 2 million other people Copacabana is very exciting fun. The fireworks are incredible and usually a dozen or more cruise ships about a half mile out with their horns sounding off. Very much fun. Read More
Proxy Servers and VPNs by zebedeespring
Hi, Having arrived in SP state, to start a new life with my girlfriend here, I was wondering if anyone could recommend any proxy server/VPN sites which will allow me to watch UK based TV online. I am not a huge TV watcher, preferring to listen ...
Try Hola. It's basic service is free. I use it to communicate with US sites and have used it to get into netflix UK. Read More
So what if I overstay my Tourist Visa in Brazil anyway? by James
I聮ve gotten so many questions from people who have overstayed their Tourist Visa in Brazil or who are contemplating doing so and want to know what the potential consequences are that I聮ve lost count. So here goes with a description and hopefully it ...
I went through about 10:30AM and the bank I was escorted to was open. Read More
So what if I overstay my Tourist Visa in Brazil anyway? by James
I聮ve gotten so many questions from people who have overstayed their Tourist Visa in Brazil or who are contemplating doing so and want to know what the potential consequences are that I聮ve lost count. So here goes with a description and hopefully it ...
If everything worked as planned I don't think it will take you very long to process. The agent will call a PF and that shouldn't take very long. It was about five minutes for me. You go to their office which is right there and print out the fine ... Read More
So what if I overstay my Tourist Visa in Brazil anyway? by James
I聮ve gotten so many questions from people who have overstayed their Tourist Visa in Brazil or who are contemplating doing so and want to know what the potential consequences are that I聮ve lost count. So here goes with a description and hopefully it ...
When you go through customs and present your passport the computer will most likely have your overstay recorded. I had this experience in December. You will be escorted to an office and they will print out the fine then escort you downstairs to ... Read More
Extending the tourist visa by Set37
Greetings I came back into BR from the US on a tourist visa in December and my 90 days comes up next month. Upon arriving in Rio I was escorted to the bank to pay the fine from a previous overstay. After a few moments of bank card not working I ...
Can someone shoot me the link for the tourist visa extension paperwork to bring to the bank for payment? Read More
Rio De Janeiro Relocation by richard.maclachlan
Hey All, I will relocating to Rio De Janeiro in July 2014 on a 2.5 year contract and wanted to gain insight into the following topics: Accommodation: Best location to live for expats? Monthly cost of fully furnished apartment in the South ...
Zona Sul means beaches to me. Leblon would be my choice if I wanted an apartment and a great neighborhood. You can pick up the Metro Onibus in Leblon which gives you a through ticket on the subway from the station in Ipanema to Centro. A station ... Read More
Extending the tourist visa
Greetings I came back into BR from the US on a tourist visa in December and my 90 days comes up next month. Upon arriving in Rio I was escorted to the bank to pay the fine from a previous overstay. After a few moments of bank card not working I ... Read More
Playing it safe with electricity in Brazil by James
[img align=c]https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSFfHvmdzL6tZF5UwSGnFPrGlMBEw1kSbOp1zjsus6y81rJZpYU[/img] 127v / 220v - One thing that everyone coming to Brazil should be aware of is that there is no national standard voltage for ...
The only one I'd be more afraid of would be at the Bates Motel!!. Read More
Playing it safe with electricity in Brazil by James
[img align=c]https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSFfHvmdzL6tZF5UwSGnFPrGlMBEw1kSbOp1zjsus6y81rJZpYU[/img] 127v / 220v - One thing that everyone coming to Brazil should be aware of is that there is no national standard voltage for ...
I'm in the process of re-wiring my house and it is a night mare. Every color in the rainbow for wires..lol . No electric showers though!! They were the first to be ripped out of the walls. Bosch propane fired tank less water heaters with a 200 ... Read More
Lost passport renew visa
Hello all. I lost my passport and sent for and received a new passport. In the meantime of course, I found the old passport. It is no good anymore but my BR Visa is attached to the old passport. Do I need to re-apply for a new visa?? Read More
Driving to Brazil next year. Have a question on plane ticket home. by caravantothecup
Hi, My name is Joe and I'll be driving to Brazil from Arizona, USA next year for the World Cup. There is a lot of research and things to figure out before I leave but I have a specific question. I want to buy my plane ticket home soon before it ...
You can park the car in Paraguay and most likely some of their citizens will take care of your donation. Intended or unintended. Read More
More Violent Protests - Has the country fallen into anarchy? by James
[img align=l]http://p1-cdn.trrsf.com/image/fget/cf/1876/1407/0/60/619/464/images.terra.com/2013/10/20/repre-rj-rio-exercito-hotel-windsor-seguranca-leilao-pre-sal-2010-tania-rego-abr.jpg[/img] Brazil has experienced several months of violent public ...
How about the motorcade of the Pope through Rio if anybody saw that fiasco!! Not a good example of what might be coming!! Read More
Permanent Visa by Set37
I'd appreciate an opinion on the following. I am living in Rio and I work via the internet and phones. I am in logistics. All the work is in the US and I am employed by a US company and paid via my bank in the US. I would like to get a permanent ...
Thank you very much. I am starting the process. FBI first. I do appreciate this info!! Read More
Permanent Visa by Set37
I'd appreciate an opinion on the following. I am living in Rio and I work via the internet and phones. I am in logistics. All the work is in the US and I am employed by a US company and paid via my bank in the US. I would like to get a permanent ...
Sorry, I didn't leave more info. I am 58 and I am divorced and living here for two years. She is in the process of getting one, uncontested, and should be clear in a very short time. This was a welcome change of events. This changes my game ... Read More
Permanent Visa
I'd appreciate an opinion on the following. I am living in Rio and I work via the internet and phones. I am in logistics. All the work is in the US and I am employed by a US company and paid via my bank in the US. I would like to get a permanent ... Read More
So what if I overstay my Tourist Visa in Brazil anyway? by James
I聮ve gotten so many questions from people who have overstayed their Tourist Visa in Brazil or who are contemplating doing so and want to know what the potential consequences are that I聮ve lost count. So here goes with a description and hopefully it ...
Thank You very much. At least I know what is ahead. Read More
So what if I overstay my Tourist Visa in Brazil anyway? by James
I聮ve gotten so many questions from people who have overstayed their Tourist Visa in Brazil or who are contemplating doing so and want to know what the potential consequences are that I聮ve lost count. So here goes with a description and hopefully it ...
Boa tarde I have been here almost two years. I entered with a US Tourist Visa October of 2011 and extended it for the additional 90 days. I overstayed this extension and I understand that I have to pay a fine upon departure from Rio. I need to go ... Read More