jc1234
American looking for information about Brazil
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Lives in Rio Grande do Sul
Registration: 05 February 2019
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Taxes for expats in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Brazil, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your experience. What are ...
With Lula seeking reelection the Real will take a beating still. They need all the foreign inflows they can get. Two weeks ago there was a huge backlash when they try to increase the rate of the IOF to try to counteract outflows. Only reason why the ... Read More
Taxes for expats in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Brazil, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your experience. What are ...
There are no tax incentives in Brazil for foreigners They should do like Uragray's incentives for 10 years Portugal is proposing a 500,000 euro investment and a 10-year tax incentive. Read More
Brazil Citizenship Questions by Planetf1
Olá pessoal!I’m a Dutch national currently living in Brazil, and I’m trying to figure out when I’ll be eligible to apply for Brazilian citizenship. I got married to my Brazilian spouse in March 2024 and received permanent ...
what are the benefits of being a citizen if one has a Euro or U.S. passport? You become a tax resident after 6 months total in the country citizen or not. Read More
Retired US military members in Rio Grande do Sul by chefjim
Ola gente,I have been visiting RS now for years, and love it. I'm over 80, and am thinking about looking for a residencia to live in ...maybe in Porto Alegre....for my remaining years. Does anyone on this forum have any experience doing this? ...
Private insurance is relatively cheap in Brazil compared to US. 200usd gets you great coverage SUS in POA is pretty good if you have residency Read More
What are the implications of my CRNM after the divorce? by Xavier Helios
I hold a passport from an Asian country and got married to my wife one year ago. Three months ago, I returned to work in Africa, and now she wants to divorce me. My CRNM, which I obtained through marriage and is valid until 2033, will it be ...
ask a lawyer there or an agency that handles immigration if you want legal advice. They’re not expensive like other countries Read More
Cost of living in Brazil in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Brazil, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Brazil or already living ...
It all depends on what kind of lifestyle. In Sao Paulo to live like middle class minimum 10k Reais. For two people 15k. Deposit 1 million Reais into CDB or CDI and get minimum 13% apy return. Rates projected to be higher by the end of the year since ... Read More
WoW! Six Reais!!! Incredible Exchange Rate!!! by roddiesho
Did I see this right? Is the American Dollar worth almost 6 Reais?Roddie in Retirement🕵
Was told it will be 6.3 next year from some bankers inflation is projected to be above goal range until 2027 with the selic rate at 13% the carry trade is appealing Read More
Paying Boleto as a foreigner by roy_usa_2023
I am in Brazil but do not have a Brazilian bank account - only be here for 4 months- how do I pay the boleto for apartment I own given my credit card and debit card are american and I have an american bank account.Any suggestions?thank you,Roy
Transfer wise can pay bills now. Or send them pix Read More
Seeking Advice on International Divorce Process (UK/Brazil) by planetf11
Hi everyone,I'm a British national married to a Brazilian woman for nearly two years (since December 2022). Unfortunately, we have been separated for about 6 months now, and I'm looking to begin the divorce process. There's a bit of a disagreement ...
Ofcourse she wants a UK visa which puts you with financial responsibility Read More
My Brazillian fiances tourist visa was denied to come to the USA by Jeriloving33
My Brazilian fiancé's tourist visa was denied coming to the USA. He has not traveled in the past. Once his passport was approved, he applied directly for the tourist visa. When he arrived for his interview he said that he wanted to stay for 3 ...
Get a seasoned immigration lawyer and pay a flat fee instead of hourly 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 ...
Keep in mind the number of days inside brazil to be considered a tax resident. Since Brazil does not have a golden visa special tax treatment, this puts a negative reason to retire in Brazil if one wants to have savings or retirement account ... Read More
Hot Money & BRL by alan279
Is a hot money strategy viable today with the BRL? Asking for a friend.
Projections are the Brazilian Central Bank will lower rates by 0.5% every other month. US Fed is not going to lower rates until at least mid year. I would lock in a US or Brazilian CD. Besides political pressures to lower rates, the Brazilian ... Read More
Secure your financial assets as an expat in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As we navigate the exciting world of living and working in Brazil, it's essential to make informed decisions about our financial future. We’d love to hear about the different investment options available for expats: how to ...
I went to an Itaú investment bank in São Paulo to ask about fund investments vs US funds. The guy told me if the rate of the returns are about the same might as well keep investments in the US due to the currency exchange rate. Hedging ... Read More
Vitem IX Investment Visa Government Source Documents? by MGMÍæż½ã½ã
Hello Forum,I'm am looking into moving to Brazil and would like to apply for a visa under a Vitem IX investment either through the property or business program. I have been to Brazil a few times and will most likely settle in the Sao Paulo, Rio, or ...
seems easier to just marry a Brazilian lol Read More
Where is the best place to live/invest/stay in Brazil? by Peter Itamaraca
Opinions/thoughts/idea/suggestions?
Anywhere if you have enough money for that locality Read More