Brant
@bmxtahoe
American expat in Brazil
Forum posts
15
About me
American
Lives in Rio das Ostras
Speaks English, Intermediate Portuguese
Registration: 19 October 2012
If you've applied for a Permanent Visa based on marriage or child read by James
Foreigners can work before having a permanent visa granted The 7. ª Turma TRF / 1. ª Region granted unanimously, to a foreigner the right to engage in gainful activity in Brazil. Although the plaintiff has not yet received his permanent visa, being ...
Okay, I was hoping i didn't have to go out and buy a paper everyday until I saw my name haha. This is what I found about the Uniao Estavel: Observação: Os casos de pedido de permanência por União Estável (Resolução nº 77 do Conselho Nacional de ... Read More
If you've applied for a Permanent Visa based on marriage or child read by James
Foreigners can work before having a permanent visa granted The 7. ª Turma TRF / 1. ª Region granted unanimously, to a foreigner the right to engage in gainful activity in Brazil. Although the plaintiff has not yet received his permanent visa, being ...
William, I have the protocol under a civil union, but was refused a CTE. They said only a marriage protocol or the 2 year waiting period for my ID will work(its a new law). I'm now in the process of getting married and have already had my Federal ... Read More
Any English speaking expats in Macaé or Rio dos Ostras - RJ by James
Hi, I am planning on moving from São Paulo to Macaé - RJ sometime in the middle of 2012. My wife is Macaense and wants to be closer to her family. Although I have been to Macaé several times I really don't know anyone outside the family and would ...
Wayne, where's my pizza? haha any updates on your possible business venture?i know a lot of people in the area and will advertise as much as possible for you. Read More
Have permanent visa need carteira do trabalho
Okay, I'm not sure I recieved a SINCRE. I have the protocol, but thats a different document? They really like to make things complicated here don't they? haha Read More
Have permanent visa need carteira do trabalho
Okay, so I finally got my perm. visa protocol through a stable union with my Brazilian wife. I'm now trying to find out what documents are necessary for me to begin working. The websites I've seen tell you how to get a work visa. the only thing i ... Read More
Any English speaking expats in Macaé or Rio dos Ostras - RJ by James
Hi, I am planning on moving from São Paulo to Macaé - RJ sometime in the middle of 2012. My wife is Macaense and wants to be closer to her family. Although I have been to Macaé several times I really don't know anyone outside the family and would ...
Jim, they usually use both surnames of each parent. For example, if my moms maiden name was Smith and my dads last name was Lopes then my name would be Brantley Smilth Lopes. Read More
Any English speaking expats in Macaé or Rio dos Ostras - RJ by James
Hi, I am planning on moving from São Paulo to Macaé - RJ sometime in the middle of 2012. My wife is Macaense and wants to be closer to her family. Although I have been to Macaé several times I really don't know anyone outside the family and would ...
Housing... it depends on what area. Look around the relator places and newspapers to get a better idea. Read More
Any English speaking expats in Macaé or Rio dos Ostras - RJ by James
Hi, I am planning on moving from São Paulo to Macaé - RJ sometime in the middle of 2012. My wife is Macaense and wants to be closer to her family. Although I have been to Macaé several times I really don't know anyone outside the family and would ...
Real pizza would be cool. The pizza here is pretty pathetic for sure. I find it odd that all the places just list out all the combos instead of a basic few then giving a list of toppings to customize your own. Throw in some stromboli too. I think ... Read More
Any English speaking expats in Macaé or Rio dos Ostras - RJ by James
Hi, I am planning on moving from São Paulo to Macaé - RJ sometime in the middle of 2012. My wife is Macaense and wants to be closer to her family. Although I have been to Macaé several times I really don't know anyone outside the family and would ...
Hey Wayne, I live in Rio das Ostras in the Terra Firme area(close to the bowling alley). Its a pretty cool place when its not packed full of tourists lol. My fiance is from Marica. That will be a pretty big change for sure. What kind of business are ... Read More
VISA Stay by Radmedic2001
Hello all, My name is Stan and I am from Texas. Came to Brazil with my Fiance' who is Brazilian. I have a tourist VISA (10 year) but need to leave every 90 days. Is there a requirement on how long you have to stay out of country or how many ...
William, I've been looking into this now for my situation. Ive heard its a much faster process than the actual mariiage. This could help Renek too. http://portal.mte.gov.br/data/files/FF8080812BAFFE3B012BC09BA65925FB/in_rn_20080129_77.pdf Read More
Any English speaking expats in Macaé or Rio dos Ostras - RJ by James
Hi, I am planning on moving from São Paulo to Macaé - RJ sometime in the middle of 2012. My wife is Macaense and wants to be closer to her family. Although I have been to Macaé several times I really don't know anyone outside the family and would ...
Where abouts in Rio das Ostras? I'm in Terra Firme. Where are you from? 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’s Survival Guide to Brazil (or everything you ever wanted to know about life in Brazil and couldn’t find ...
LOL1 yeah, Double lines, red lights, stop signs, speed limits.... they're all just suggestions. I remember the first day i came here.... I rode with my dad from the airport in Rio to here in Rio das Ostras. I was freaked out beyond imagination. I ... 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’s Survival Guide to Brazil (or everything you ever wanted to know about life in Brazil and couldn’t find ...
The driving safety area is spot on... the majority of these jerks have absolutely no respect for anything behind the wheel. I ride a motorcycle here and I can't count how many close encounters I've had. People blowing through red lights, oncoming ... Read More
Any English speaking expats in Macaé or Rio dos Ostras - RJ by James
Hi, I am planning on moving from São Paulo to Macaé - RJ sometime in the middle of 2012. My wife is Macaense and wants to be closer to her family. Although I have been to Macaé several times I really don't know anyone outside the family and would ...
Hey William, I'm in Rio das Ostras, the best way to find other expats in the area is : http://www.facebook.com/groups/188688911169613/?ref=ts&fref=ts They like to do a lot of gatherings and what not. There's a lot of cool things to do in this area. ... Read More
VISA Stay by Radmedic2001
Hello all, My name is Stan and I am from Texas. Came to Brazil with my Fiance' who is Brazilian. I have a tourist VISA (10 year) but need to leave every 90 days. Is there a requirement on how long you have to stay out of country or how many ...
I'm in a pickle.... my dad moved here roughly 7 years ago and had health problems. I came here to help him around his house roughly a year and a half ago. Now he's doing okay and I'm still here.... on an expired tourist visa. Funny thing happened, I ... Read More