

Raymond
@rraypo
American and Icelander looking for information about Brazil
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About me
American and Icelander
Speaks English, limited Portuguese, limited Icelandic
Registration: 01 October 2020
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Managing mailboxes or PO boxes in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Something as simple as receiving mail can become a whole new experience when you settle in Brazil as an expat. Mailing management can indeed be different from what you are used to. In order to help other expats and soon-to-be ...

I receive US Social Security Administration requests for proof of life every two years or so, and the occasional credit card replacement for an expiring card at my apartment in Ilhéus. There are nine apartments in the building and one mail ... Read More


Resident card by Droplover
We lived in Brazil for 5 years and my husband and I both got Resident cards. Since we are over 60 now the Validade is listed as indeterminado. My husband and I have permanently moved back to the US since the beginning of 2025. When my husband ...

@Droplover When does his residence card expire? I had a friend in a similar situation, and apparently it required either him or his employer to inform that the employment had ceased in order for the card to be invalid. Until then the card was (in ... Read More


Wise Account Blocked by alan279
My Wise Account is temporarily blocked. Message in the app says I need to provide additional information. I tap the Unblock button and the next screen says they have all the information they need. I tap the Got it! button and get nothing.Is this ...

@alan279 Wise did this with me once. I sent what they requested and they quickly sent my money. On the other hand, Remitly did this once and PERMENANTLY BLOCKED ME. I have appealed to Remitly, but remain blocked. Remitly will not provide me with any ... Read More


Road safety in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Brazil as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Brazil, whether ...

I drive in Brasil a LOT, and have been for years. . Road conditions vary wildly, especially by state. So, caution is always the name of the game. Waze works pretty well when/if you have signal, NEVER, EVER trust Google maps while driving outside of ... Read More


New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 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 ...

Welcome to any and all new members. I've been coming to Brasil for over 18 years. I am a resident, RNM, have owned a couple of apartments around the state of SP, owned a couple of cars, and I drive a LOT for fun. I'm always happy to help. Read More


Regarding marriage and assets by ltoby955
Do you retain what you brought into the marriage or in the case of divorce is it split irrespective of who had what at the start?Â

@abthree I married my Brazilian wife in the USA. To register our marriage in SP, Brazil, the Cartorio in SP, #1, required us to register our marriage at our regional Consulate in San Francisco. Once this was done, the Cartorio registration was fast, ... Read More


Greetings to all here by Will Hewitt
Hey º£½ÇÂÒÂ× People,Hope this finds you all in good spirits. I’m [William]. I’ve spent the last four years diving into life in Rio and Fortaleza, and I’m super excited to join the ride here with all of you. I’m a massive ...

Hey º£½ÇÂÒÂ× People, Hope this finds you all in good spirits. I’m [William]. I’ve spent the last four years diving into life in Rio and Fortaleza, and I’m super excited to join the ride here with all of you. I’m a massive ... Read More


Fish Prices by alan279
I paid R$120 per kilogram today for fresh sea bass filet. And R$95 for fresh salmon filet from Chile.Are these prices typical in other cities in Brazil?

Okay, so what is the price of picanha? - @alan279 Near my apartment:https://delivery.superporecatu.com.br/Loja-05/bovinos-247/ Read More


USA to impose a Whopping 50% Tariff on Brazil! by roddiesho
Roddie in Retirement. 😎

Roddie in Retirement. 😎 - @roddiesho The USA has always collected "Duty" on imported items from Brazil, both on new and used items, this includes the shipment of personal items. The threshold value of goods sent into the USA is only $50 US ... Read More


Pepper spray by antonioggriffin
Soon I will be researching the polÃcia federal website about carrying pepper spray.About which states I can and can't carry. Anybody bought this online?

@rraypo SIMBA & PANDORA follow us EVERYWHERE and create much more fear in potential threats. I haven't seen anyone cross to the other side of the street because i had Pepper Spray. Roddie in Retirement 😎aka Roddie 4 Real - @roddiesho For ... Read More


Pepper spray by antonioggriffin
Soon I will be researching the polÃcia federal website about carrying pepper spray.About which states I can and can't carry. Anybody bought this online?

@roddiesho It's exactly like carrying a Concealed Weapon in the USA, it's called concealed for a very good reason. On the bike, I have a drink holder on my left handlebar, My spray fits it well, easy to reach with my right, throttle hand, yet hard ... Read More


Raising bilingual children abroad by Ameerah Arjanee
Hello, I am a content writer for º£½ÇÂÒÂ× Magazine. We are planning on writing an article on the advantages and challenges of raising bilingual (or even trilingual!) children while living abroad as an expat. Parents of the forum, what have been your ...

Hello, I am a content writer for º£½ÇÂÒÂ× Magazine. We are planning on writing an article on the advantages and challenges of raising bilingual (or even trilingual!) children while living abroad as an expat. Parents of the forum, what have been your ... Read More


Pepper spray by antonioggriffin
Soon I will be researching the polÃcia federal website about carrying pepper spray.About which states I can and can't carry. Anybody bought this online?

Soon I will be researching the polÃcia federal website about carrying pepper spray. About which states I can and can't carry. Anybody bought this online? - @antonioggriffin I bring fresh pepper sprays from the USA annually, one for the bike, ... Read More


Most common scams in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Brazil as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...

Hello all, Thank you all for sharing your input and experiences on this topic. We hope they will help newcomers stay informed and avoid potential scams. Feel free to keep the conversation going if you have more tips or stories to share! ... Read More


Most common scams in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Brazil as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...

@Duroman In my eighteen years, I have never had a credit or debit card issue or problem. I rarely carry cash, even using Pix to buy my Ice cream bars on streets. I carry one card out of concern for theft, but I have yet to experience any theft, or ... Read More