Gaby_Maspa
Brazilian citizen
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About me
Brazilian, Single
Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish
Registration: 14 March 2018
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 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 ...
@Ginny13 Hi Ginny welcome to Sao Paulo. It's a lovely city to live. Read More
Does my American friend need a return ticket to enter Brazil? by Gaby_Maspa
Hello, I've an American friend visiting Brazil this month on tourist visa. Does he need a return ticked to enter the country or can he buy it later on while in Brazil? Thanks very much and be safe ;)
Thank you very much! Really usefull information Read More
Does my American friend need a return ticket to enter Brazil?
Hello, I've an American friend visiting Brazil this month on tourist visa. Does he need a return ticked to enter the country or can he buy it later on while in Brazil? Thanks very much and be safe ;) Read More
The USA has stopped issuing new passport. Any ideas on here? by Gaby_Maspa
My American boyfriend passport is expired and he needs to travel from the US to S茫o Paulo as soon as possible. Can someone help us? Thanks
Hi Abthree, thanks for answering ;) Read More
The USA has stopped issuing new passport. Any ideas on here?
My American boyfriend passport is expired and he needs to travel from the US to S茫o Paulo as soon as possible. Can someone help us? Thanks Read More
Where to get FingerPrints for Criminal Background Check in S茫o Paulo by LilythEster
Hi everyone, I've been living in Brazil (S茫o Paulo) for three years now on a student visa (U.S. Citizen), I recently married and am applying for a permanent visa based on casamento. All of the other documentation is correct, all that is ...
You just need to go to the main Policia Federal office at Lapa neighborhood. No need for appointment ;) Read More
Accommodation by chidosky4ril
Good Morning, Pls I will like to have some advice as regards accommodation in Brazil I intend to visit Brazil for 3 week, Maximum 1 month and would love to spend 1 week in Sao Paulo before moving to Floripa for another 2 weeks. What's my ...
S茫o Paulo has a lot to offer in terms of tourist attraction. The main destinatonsare located in different areas of the city, but Vila Madalena is well known for having awesome live music bars and cozy restaurants and also the famous open street ... Read More
Investing in Brazil by Ikexplorer
Hi All, If you were to invest in real estate in Brazil, which place would you recommend and why? Has anyone invested in Sergipe (North East) thanks in advance for any replies, IKexplorer
Hi Ikex, It depends of the type of investment. If the target market are locals or forgneirs. I would say that the country side has a lot of opportunity right now, specially in S茫o . A lot of families are leaving the busy city and buying ... Read More
Accommodation by chidosky4ril
Good Morning, Pls I will like to have some advice as regards accommodation in Brazil I intend to visit Brazil for 3 week, Maximum 1 month and would love to spend 1 week in Sao Paulo before moving to Floripa for another 2 weeks. What's my ...
Yes, AirBNB like abthree mentioned is the best option. I recommend Pnheiros, Vila Madalena, Jardins and Itaim Bibi neighbourhoods (shops near by, quite safe, great restaurants and easy to go to any part of town). You can get an appartment for USD ... Read More
We are about to be homeless with everything we have stolen from us! by victimofbrazilcrime
Without giving too much information; I am an immigrant to Brazil and purchased several hundreds of hectares of land and property in Brazil together with several of my siblings. We built several houses and invested millions, our life savings, into ...
I麓m sorry for what you have been through and I respect your family pain. I麓m a brazilian anthropologists (USP)* who happend to be especialized in indigenous people and I can tell you that they dont need a certification saying that they ... Read More
Cost of living-Buzios
Abthree is right! Airb&b is just the best option to rent places all over Brasil. Its much cheaper than Hotels and you get to choose exactly what you need. Just go for it Read More
Family fun in Brazil during school holidays by Priscilla
Hello, School holidays are fun for the kids, but parents often struggle to find ways to entertain them when they have just moved to a new country. Share with us some information about keeping the family busy during that time of the year. What ...
Hi Priscilla I know how you feel. I am a mother also and I face the same situation. In my case I'tried many things: from daycare to visit places all over the city so here goes some tips: SESC is an amazing place to go with children and you ... Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Brazil forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) 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 ...
Hi my name is Gaby and I am brazilian born and raised in SP. I have lived in Netherlands, England and now I'm back in Brazil working on my Master's in Anthropology. I study brazilian culture, indigenous society, and ayahuasca groups. My ... Read More
Looking for a 3 Months Lease in Sao Bernardo do campo
Hi there, I have a great friend at UFABC. He pays 400,00 for a private room in a share student home near the university. I think you can look also for a Facebook group "Rep煤blicas UFABC" and post an add there asking for a room. Most ... Read More
Skol Oil And Gas Brazil Ltd. by SanDageaux
Has anyone done business with Skol O&G Brazil? Just asking cause I have an offer letter and I'm doing some research here. Thanks!
Never, ever ever send money to companies that claim that they have the perfect job offer and you will need to pay for your permanen docs. They will take your money and you will never get it back. Never disclose any personal information either. Read More
Giving Birth in Sao Paulo by MohdAli2017
Dear All, I`m coming to Sao Paulo in February 2018 for having child. I will be coming for 3 weeks (10 days before due date and 12 days after). Please advice on areas to live in (safe ..), hospitals to deliver in which cost in total less than USD ...
Hi there The best area to live in my opinion its a upper class neighborhood called itaim Bibi. Followed by Jardins, Alto de Pinheiros e Vila Madalena, In these areas you can find a comfortable apartment for around U$ 2000. Its close to grocery ... Read More
Apartments in Sao Paulo by shridevi_j
Hello, My husband got a job in a company that's in Avenida Paulistao. We're looking for an apartment were we have supermarkets/grocery stores nearby, safe, and affordable location. Can anyone suggest good locations to stay in Sao Paulo. ...
You are welcome! I wish you good luck in your search. You can take a look at this website. http://sp.olx.com.br/sao-paulo-e-regiao/imoveis so you guys already have some places to visit once you are here. For a short period while you are looking ... Read More
Apartments near Itaim Bibi
Hi Andrpaet, I work in this are as well and Itaim Bibi is an amazing neighborhood to live. Beside that, prices there are quite the same as in Brooklin (I lived 15 yrs there). Be near your work will save you time and stress since commuting in S茫o ... Read More
Apartments in Sao Paulo by shridevi_j
Hello, My husband got a job in a company that's in Avenida Paulistao. We're looking for an apartment were we have supermarkets/grocery stores nearby, safe, and affordable location. Can anyone suggest good locations to stay in Sao Paulo. ...
Hi Shridevi, You mentioned that your husband works at Paulista Avenue, so therefore you guys might want to stay closer to his work. Commuting in SP is the hardest part in my opinion. The traffic is chaotic after 4pm, especially near the new ... Read More
Best neighbourhoods for families in Sao Paulo by Jcampbell88
Hi, We are a large family (2 adults and 6 children ranging from newborn to 7). We are planning to move to Sao Paulo and am wondering which are the best affordable neighbourhoods to accommodate our family. Your suggestions will be much appreciated.
Hi guys, Well it depends of your budget. For a 3 bedroom house or apartment in a good neighborhood I would say something like R$ 3.000. You can choose from Vila Mariana, Sa煤de, Bela Vista, Cambuci (all are close to the tube station) areas. If ... Read More
renting an apartment in Sao Paulo by murik81
Hi All! Can someone suggest where and how can I rent an apartment for my family (wife and 3 kids) for 2 months stay in Sao Paulo.? It has to be safe neighborhood and preferably not pricy. Appreciate if you could tell an average monthly rental cost ...
Hi Murik, I would suggest you Jardins area, Bela Vista Alto de Pinheiros and Brooklin neighborhoods. Airbnb is great indeed ;) Read More
Pregnant and stressed out ! by extraxen
Hello All !! I hope you all doing well, I was advised to go through this website as i am stressed out about travelling to brazil ! My husband is going to travel to brazil for three months and he is planning to stay in rio. he wants me to ...
Hi extraxen, I totally understand your concern as I麓ve been to a similar situations in the past (pregnant in Europe - I am brazilian). I lived in Rio for about 4 years so I will try to answer your questions according to my own experiences and ... Read More