Pablo888
American looking for information about Brazil
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American
Lives in Florianópolis, Sant
Registration: 12 May 2023
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Quiet place but not isolated by IMpo SibLe
Hello, I have a simple question for you.Please, could you tell me a single country on Earth, a place to live where it is more or less cheap, more or less sunny, more or less quiet , reggaeton music is not predominant and there are no problems with ...
@Pablo888 Thanks Pablo in fact Mauritius was my new destination but then i found the stray dogs issue over few forums and chats. I know that it sounds a little ridicolous but as a moto rider i ve had a lot of dangerours encounters with stray dogs ... Read More
Approval of citizenship and real-world experience..MJSP/PF by Nomad Mundo
Greetings to all....My citizenship was finally approved last week. The new system (Naturalizar-se Brasileiro) allowed me to do everything on my own. Aside from the PF, I appreciate their system. You're all welcome to share your most current ...
I am at the very final stage; about two weeks ago, two PF agents came to my home around 13:00 on a weekday. - @Jesus H Chrysler 8 Sept 2025How long did the whole process take? Not sure whether the process depends on where you are located... Read More
Three Phase Power in Brasil by alan279
If there are three overhead power lines on every street in my neighborhood, is that 3 phase power? With transformers distributing 127 volt and 220 volt electricity to shops and residences? Does that sound correct?Can I install a 50 kw DC fast ...
Check your meter head. You'll have two hots and a ground, which is called "split phase" but is actually only considered single phase. - @Jesus H Chrysler 8 Sept 2025Are you sure that it is not 2 hots and 1 neutral return? I would never put 1 hot ... Read More
Managing retirement savings in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Saving for retirement as an expat in Brazil can be challenging. With different options, rules or even taxation, expats have to understand how it works to make informed decisions. We invite you to share your insights in order to ...
29 August 2025Good question Cheryl.I am not retired and I do not think that I will ever be. I might as well behave like I am already retired now.Rule 1- be financially independent. This includes having savings for the rainy day etc…. The ... Read More
Question about money transfer using Wise
29 August 2025I noticed something funny about money transfer using Wise. I am not sure if there is a catch or whether I am doing something wrong. I searched the web and could not find any suitable answer.Here is the question:Background - I am ... Read More
CPF for foreigners by angelicaody
Hi!Does anybody know if getting a CPF on a tourist visa is possible?Thanks
@Latam Íæż½ã½ã 27 August 2025Sorry for the delayed response. Re: online purchases - you don't need to have a CPF to do an online purchase. I think that there is a cost limit above which need to have a CPF.Since you have a CPF, I do not see any ... Read More
Cost of living in the USA in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in the USA, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to the USA or already living ...
26 August 2025FYI - here is a site that has comparative living costs in various cities -> https://livingcost.org/best/united-states Read More
Celpe-Bras Requirement for Brazilian Citizenship by Pablo888
This was a topic that was brought up about a year ago and I wanted to give an update.For those who are applying for citizenship, I just finished the equivalent certification for that requirement.I just finished Level A2 of Portuguese for Foreigners ...
@dedecadaver August 18, 2025The FAAP CELPE BRAS course info is found here -> https://www.faap.br/internacionalizacao/celpe/The Program Director is Silvia Burim.Please do contact them directly. I believe that there is a CELPE BRAS exam in October ... Read More
Three Phase Power in Brasil by alan279
If there are three overhead power lines on every street in my neighborhood, is that 3 phase power? With transformers distributing 127 volt and 220 volt electricity to shops and residences? Does that sound correct?Can I install a 50 kw DC fast ...
@Pablo888 What are the 3 phase issues in Brazil? - @alan279 August 12, 2025I am not sure that there is 3 phase supply in my place. Who knows? I know of some of the problems in British Columbia where I did some work... Nothing is ever perfect. ... Read More
Three Phase Power in Brasil by alan279
If there are three overhead power lines on every street in my neighborhood, is that 3 phase power? With transformers distributing 127 volt and 220 volt electricity to shops and residences? Does that sound correct?Can I install a 50 kw DC fast ...
@alan279 It is difficult to comment on one neighbourhood that I do not know, when there are so many variances all over Brazil...! I do not know what the rating is for your transformers, but it does make sense they will all be rated the same... - ... Read More
Three Phase Power in Brasil by alan279
If there are three overhead power lines on every street in my neighborhood, is that 3 phase power? With transformers distributing 127 volt and 220 volt electricity to shops and residences? Does that sound correct?Can I install a 50 kw DC fast ...
@alan279 7 August 2025If there are 3 lines, it is most likely a 2 phase (110V each) and a neutral. The voltage difference between the 2 - 110V phases is what generates the single phase 220V. If you want to get a 2 phase - 110V, you will have to ... Read More
Tips/timeline for getting a Brazilian credit card by thetravelfox
I am curious from others' experience how long I should expect to wait before getting approved for a credit card? And for that matter, anything In particular I should be doing to increase my odds / limit once I get one?As of last month, I'm all ...
7 August 2025Much appreciated @abthree and @peter_itamaraca for the feedback. Seems like getting a credit card in Brazil is not as important as having access to Pix.Thank you. Read More
Tips/timeline for getting a Brazilian credit card by thetravelfox
I am curious from others' experience how long I should expect to wait before getting approved for a credit card? And for that matter, anything In particular I should be doing to increase my odds / limit once I get one?As of last month, I'm all ...
6 August 2025For Brazil, is it more important to get a local credit card or to have PIX? I believe that PIX has a limit of R$5000 per day - which is typically enough for daily use....Are there as many choices of credit cards with benefits, points, ... Read More
A Hammer Blow to Real Estate Confidence by peterg123
These peoposals on retroactive tax increase on purchase, and compultory 20% sales tax or 30% of profit are going to cause a drop in confidence in Mauritius real estate. Take my own case: Our contractor has endlessly delayed our PDS ...
1 Aug 2025Being Mauritian, I travel to Mauritius often because I have family there. I intended to retire there if I found a house on the beach that I could own 100% but things are so complicated.Since the country's economy is under increasing ... Read More
Safe areas in the north of Brazil, coastal or close to the coast. by ltoby955
Looking for suggestions on safe and Ok value for money, also what is the taxation on foreign pensions?
29 July 2025I suspect that petty crimes will happen where there are areas where there is a lot of wealth. Drug gangs and violence will occur where there is a value chain or market. But in general, a large population will have a larger per capita ... Read More