adefillo
American expat in Brazil
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American
Lives in Sao Paulo
Registration: 02 February 2014
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Import tax on clothing by adefillo
Hi, I ordered 5 clothing items from the U.S to be shipped to São Paulo, Brasil. The total cost was $239 including the $35 international shipping. I learned today that I have to pay R$300 reais to pick up my belongings. How is that possible? ...
The total was $239 which includes the shipping. The cost of the clothing was $203. My wording was confusing. It looks like they charged me 60%. Still quite lucky I guess. Read More
Import tax on clothing by adefillo
Hi, I ordered 5 clothing items from the U.S to be shipped to São Paulo, Brasil. The total cost was $239 including the $35 international shipping. I learned today that I have to pay R$300 reais to pick up my belongings. How is that possible? ...
Thank you. Very expensive lesson learned :( Read More
Import tax on clothing
Hi, I ordered 5 clothing items from the U.S to be shipped to São Paulo, Brasil. The total cost was $239 including the $35 international shipping. I learned today that I have to pay R$300 reais to pick up my belongings. How is that possible? ... Read More
High cost of living in SP and how to economize by James
http://placar.abril.com.br/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/abre.jpg Most middle management jobs in São Paulo pay around R$7000 - R$8000 per month. The cost of living in São Paulo is quite high and climbing steadily so if you are considering a ...
Oh great. It is furnished so I am glad it's a great deal:) Was just wondering cause it's almost the same price as my NYC rent though this is a house and my NYC apt was a tiny tiny apt. Read More
High cost of living in SP and how to economize by James
http://placar.abril.com.br/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/abre.jpg Most middle management jobs in São Paulo pay around R$7000 - R$8000 per month. The cost of living in São Paulo is quite high and climbing steadily so if you are considering a ...
Hi, I was very lucky to find a room with a friend in Vila Pompéia. I pay R$1600 a month to live in a 3 bedroom house. This includes all utilities, water, electricity and internet. I was wondering if this was a good price? How much is rent in ... Read More