Al
@abthree
American and Brazilian citizen
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American and Brazilian
Speaks English, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, some Spanish
Registration: 28 December 2017
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Building cost in Fortaleza by Joesphwilliams834
Hi looking to put a 2 story building with 4 2 bed apt any idea of cost or best way to go about it
08/04/25 Hi looking to put a 2 story building with 4 2 bed apt any idea of cost or best way to go about it - @Joesphwilliams834 Welcome!聽 This long and very informative thread will give you a good idea of what's involved in building in ... Read More
Another tax question鈥� by Kurterino
I had a little discussion with my accountant on Friday, and the gist of it is that he recommended to not file taxes at all, so I wanted to see how some of you guys are handling the tax situation. I鈥檓 getting a monthly pension from my home ...
08/03/25 @Kurterino.聽 We've both been around here a long time, so I'm sure you've seen my two basic postulates for dealing with Brazilian officialdom before:Always answer every question asked truthfully.Answer the question asked and then stop ... Read More
This is for US citizens my question by NewBrazil
USA Marco Rubio just rejected all of the Head of Brazilian Superior Court Judge Visa to the USA along with his other colleagues and family members. My concern is will this Judge who does seem to run the Country retaliate. He could by rejecting all ...
07/31/25 In the Newsweek article mentioned above the Brazilian 鈥渧isual artist鈥� who was arrested had overstayed his expired US visa by 8 years. That is not a good idea in any country. - @Ipanema777 Agreed.聽 It does appear from the ... Read More
This is for US citizens my question by NewBrazil
USA Marco Rubio just rejected all of the Head of Brazilian Superior Court Judge Visa to the USA along with his other colleagues and family members. My concern is will this Judge who does seem to run the Country retaliate. He could by rejecting all ...
07/28/25 @NewBrazil.聽 The "Head" of Brazil's Supreme Federal Tribunal is its President, Lu铆s Roberto Barroso.聽 The Justice ("Minister" in Brazil) of whom you seem to be thinking, Alexandre de Moraes, is responsible for the Court's ... Read More
Taxes for retirees / when to file by Kurterino
So I have finally found an accountant to do my taxes, but he isn鈥檛 sure if I have to file at all. (I figure it doesn鈥檛 matter all that much if he鈥檚 well versed in taxes for immigrants, since my situation is pretty straightforward, ...
07/28/25 @Kurterino.聽 The deadline is normally April 30, but it was "temporarily" moved back to May 31 during the pandemic, and hasn't returned yet.Technically there's a fine if you were required to file, but if you have a professional opinion ... Read More
Road safety in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Brazil as an 暗网禁区 can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other 暗网禁区s and soon-to-be 暗网禁区s stay safe on the road in Brazil, whether ...
07/26/25 Here in the state of Rio de Janeiro it seems drivers view stop signs, traffic lights and other traffic control devices as mere suggestions lol. Oh, and as for speed bumps, in Cabo Frio they are called montanhas, and rightly so. - @ibdegen ... Read More
Has anyone thought about Brazil as a medical destination by NewBrazil
I been working with a local lawyer. We been discussing how cheap Dental, Eye Glass and exams, Hearing Aids cost and just general care. Also certain cities are very supportive of outdoor activities for those who like to run or bike. For example there ...
07/25/25聽 Just checked my rates in Brazil and for my wife and I we are paying about $700 for a medium plan.Does this beat that? - @56tbourne When you say "a medium plan", are you talking about foreign-based insurance, or a Brazilian plan?聽 ... Read More
Retirement visa expiring: when can I come back on a tourist visa? by Kurterino
Hi, my retirement visa will expire at the end of September, and I鈥檒l be unable to renew it immediately, I will have to wait until June 2026 (for administrative/personal reasons). I would like to spend some of these 9 months (September-June) in ...
07/25/25 @Kurterino. You should be fine: time spent on your Retirement Visa should not affect time available on your Tourist Visa/Visa Waiver. To avoid confusion, don't show your CRNM at Passport Control on arrival, just your Swiss passport in ... Read More
European Vacation Trouble? by roddiesho
Has anyone heard of anything happening to Americans or Tourists going to Europe. My younger brother went to Europe and was scheduled to return on the 21st and complete a very vital task for me to keep me away from ICE. He has not called, and I ...
07/24/25 @roddiesho. Siblings! Glad that he's ok. He'll probably come around again before too long. Read More
European Vacation Trouble? by roddiesho
Has anyone heard of anything happening to Americans or Tourists going to Europe. My younger brother went to Europe and was scheduled to return on the 21st and complete a very vital task for me to keep me away from ICE. He has not called, and I ...
07/23/25 @roddiesho. Have you heard anything from your brother? Read More
Has anyone thought about Brazil as a medical destination by NewBrazil
I been working with a local lawyer. We been discussing how cheap Dental, Eye Glass and exams, Hearing Aids cost and just general care. Also certain cities are very supportive of outdoor activities for those who like to run or bike. For example there ...
07/21/25 Heard the same thing here. Curious on what our medical plan will cost, but am sure it鈥檚 reasonable. Bought all our Apple electronic toys already in prep for our move in August. Set with eyewear as well. - @56tbourneWith the contacts ... Read More
Has anyone thought about Brazil as a medical destination by NewBrazil
I been working with a local lawyer. We been discussing how cheap Dental, Eye Glass and exams, Hearing Aids cost and just general care. Also certain cities are very supportive of outdoor activities for those who like to run or bike. For example there ...
07/21/25 Interested in medical? Amil platinum gets you covered in the best hospitals. Group rates discounted a lot I鈥檓 told. lets get a group of us and bundle for great coverage at a good discount im in 馃憤馃憤馃憤 - @Will ... Read More
Wise Multi-Currency Debit Card by Peter Itamaraca
This may be of interest: I recently applied for a Wise Multi-Currency Brazilian Debit Card. On to this I have loaded a bunch of BRL, but have also registered it for use with US$, GBP and Euros for travel purposes. As the exchange rates move in my ...
07/18/25 9% sounds too good to be true. I checked my Wise app and the Wise web site and I saw no mention of it. What am I missing? - @ibdegenThat particular rate is on the BRL balance only; each eligible currency has its own rate.聽 The ... Read More
Wise Multi-Currency Debit Card by Peter Itamaraca
This may be of interest: I recently applied for a Wise Multi-Currency Brazilian Debit Card. On to this I have loaded a bunch of BRL, but have also registered it for use with US$, GBP and Euros for travel purposes. As the exchange rates move in my ...
07/19/25 I have also just discovered that the Brazil Wise debit card pays monthly interest at over 9% on brl balances and pays taxes due - @Peter ItamaracaThey've started paying interest (as an opt-in) on my USD and EUR balances as well. GBP ... Read More
Greetings to all here by Will Hewitt
Hey 暗网禁区 People,Hope this finds you all in good spirits. I鈥檓 [William]. I鈥檝e spent the last four years diving into life in Rio and Fortaleza, and I鈥檓 super excited to join the ride here with all of you. I鈥檓 a massive ...
07/18/25 Welcome, William! It sounds like your Brazilian adventure has been going well so far. Glad to have you here. Read More