Roger Fonseca Santos
American looking for information about Brazil
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Registration: 28 May 2023
Moving to Brazil by williamggs
Hello I am retiring after 23 years of USA and returning to Brazil. I am a disabled USA Army Veteran, have Disabilities in the USA, can I validate those there?Also I need to ship Less than a Container, 8-10 boxes, and one electric scooter and one ...
JK Moving is the company I'm working for. I'm moving on June 15. Belongings will be shipped on May 13. I'm in the process of validating my 30+ years of residency in the USA. The Brazilian consulate didn't like my pay stubs. The bills I sent, I coul ... Read More
FIling Brazillian Taxes as a USA Citizen (Top Notch Recommendation) by willgurs
The best of the best. Honest and fair priced. The law firm is in Curitiba and I am in Rio.https://www.andersenballao.com.br/socios/ariel-gustavo-born-palmeira/I did a lot of research; spoke with several Expats and Ariel Palmeira was my choice.
@willgursThank you for sharing. I'm about to move to Brazil from the USA with my wife. I have dual citizenship. My wife is US citizen and Brazilian resident. Is this lawyer familiar with taxes in both countries - Brazil and USA? Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
@abthreeAbsolutely. I'm just assuming this accountant understands tax laws across-the-board - BR-USA. Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
@abthreeAbthree, would you mind to share your accountant information? I have spent a long time away from Brazil and will be returning in June this year. Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
I'm starting to consult with CPAs in both countries who understand international tax laws. I agree with getting the news from the horse's ... Read More
Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
Let me see if I understand this. According to the new Brazilian tax law, if you have all your accounts in the US, (earned through your work and retirement) you are supposed to pay 15 % of interest earned on all accounts in the US (401k, Roth, ... 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 ...
My wife and I brought her scooter and two lithium batteries in the plane as a carry-on. However, we brought as a medical need. If you make a point that you need your e-trike as a part of a medical recommendation, that can help a lot. Good luck. Read More
Paying Taxes as an American Contractor in Brazilian by Andrewsoluna
Hi everyone,Recently moved to Porto Seguro, Bahia. Is there any legal way to receive my income into a foreign bank account without it being taxed at end of year?I work for an online company as a Sole Proprietor. Basically, a 1099 contractor. They ...
Hi Andrew, your situation is pretty similar to mine. Me and my wife are moving to Espirito Santo this middle of June to live closer to family. We already have a home there. What I'm still figuring out is the tax situation. 15% on the interest earned ... 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 ...
@Pablo888Pablo, I don't think you are being paranoid. It depends on where you live. Also, if you have a group of people you bike with, that would be the best. That's the kind of situation which worries me about my wife. We are reforming our home in ... 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 ...
@Pablo888Hey Pablo, my wife and i rented beach bikes in South Carolina -> e-trike Grizzly. They look about the as what you just showed here. They were great on the hard sand near the water. 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 ...
A friend in South Carolina, who rents bikes in the Hilton Head Island, told me he shipped e-trikes to Brazil about three years ago. $2,200 for the bike, plus $300 for the pre-shipping and packing work, and for the buyer, an additional 60% the value ... 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 ...
Muitissimo obrigado, Peter. Read More
Bringing my own e-trike from the USA to Brazil
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 ... 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 ...
Hello Bruno. I'm a Carioca (Rio de Janeiro born), living in Atlanta Georgia for 30 years (some in rural Georgia), with my wife Kirstin (from Utah originally). We're moving to Vila Velha, Espirito Santo in a few months, closer to my family there. We ... Read More
Recommendations to send documents from Brazil to USA by mikehunter
I鈥檓 waiting on my CRNM to arrive, it has been 45 days with the same status:鈥淪ua documento foi encaminhado para impressao鈥�. I鈥檝e got the procuracao ready in case it is needed to have a friend pick it up and send it to me to ...
@mikehunterExpress via SEDEX. My parents used that whenever they sent me something important. But, have your friend confirm that with the mail system in Brazil (Correios e Telegrafos). Best wishes. Read More
Maintaining US phone while in Brazil by rnbtg
Does anyone have a solution for texts and using a us cell phone while in Brazil? I ported to google voice but can鈥檛 receive or make calls for some reason. Lots of banks and stuff use your phone number. I鈥檝e found some work around via ...
I'm moving to Brazil this year with my wife, after > 30 years living in the US. We're keeping our phones and US numbers as well. The only issue I'm currently experiencing is to create a customer's profile in a Brazilian store over the internet. ... Read More
Opening a bank account in Brazil for an American by roy_usa_2023
Hello,I am an American who travels to Brazil only a few times a year- I don't plan to take residence in Brazil- I only visit my girlfriend- is it possible to create a joint account with my girlfriend if I am an American without a CPF registration ...
@roy_usa_2023One thing to keep in mind, if not already there... If you ever get an opportunity to open a bank account in Brazil, or in any other country, make absolutely sure to discuss with a CPA in the USA, how to go about complying with the IRS, ... Read More
CRNM Timeline by Alex1281
Trying to get the idea how long the process to obtain CRNM takes, could people here share their timelines?聽I would be applying on the grounds of marriage in Porto Alegre. Is it realistic to get it in a month? Also, will the police visit our ...
@Peter Itamaraca Thank you guys, for your input. I'll send an email to them asking if there is anyway to hold. Read More
CRNM Timeline by Alex1281
Trying to get the idea how long the process to obtain CRNM takes, could people here share their timelines?聽I would be applying on the grounds of marriage in Porto Alegre. Is it realistic to get it in a month? Also, will the police visit our ...
Keep and print the email notice they sent. My wife received the notification in January. We'll pick it up in November, when we'll go there next before we move. I was also concerned with a deadline for pickup. Read More
Working remotely in Brazil, for USD? by Ben Kirchner
Hello First post here! To be brief - My wife is Brazilian, I am American. We currently live in the US, and are looking to move to Brazil in the near future. We are trying to best serve our life there by making USD, while living in Brazil. It ...
@Ben Kirchner Hello Ben, keep in mind that, if your bank account balance goes higher than the equivalent of $10,000 USD, you must file your FBAR, along with your income tax in the USA. If the IRS finds out you have a bank account before you report ... Read More