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Permanent Visa by Investment Program in Brazil by ISRAEL LINCOLN
Hi there, I am a Real Estate Broker based in Santa Catarina. I'm helping my clients to obtain the investor visa. I am managing to do the whole process totally online and I give special attention for my clients with any other services they might ...
I had already made an investment in Brazil and then applied for the visa a year later. The main thing to prove is that you have made an investment, even if it鈥檚 just transferring the money into Brazil with the intention of investing in the ... Read More
Permanent Visa by Investment Program in Brazil by ISRAEL LINCOLN
Hi there, I am a Real Estate Broker based in Santa Catarina. I'm helping my clients to obtain the investor visa. I am managing to do the whole process totally online and I give special attention for my clients with any other services they might ...
Hi all, I had a quick look at all of the replies. I was granted an investment visa and the visa in my passport allows me one year from the date it was issued to enter Brazil and the 鈥楶RAZO鈥� states 鈥業NDETERMINADO鈥� :). I ... Read More
Has anyone used Migrantweb to get a Investor VISA? by FromLondontoBrazil
Hi, has anyone here successfully used Migrantweb to get a Investor VISA? I plan to invest in real estate in Florian贸polis, to get an investor VISA allowing to become a resident in four years. This is the Investment VISA I want to apply for: ...
Hi, Apologies for the late reply I have only just seen your message. Did you manage to get your e-cpf? The Brazilian consulate in London will not make a SISBACEN registration for you, usually an individual or their accountant will do this (once ... Read More
Has anyone used Migrantweb to get a Investor VISA? by FromLondontoBrazil
Hi, has anyone here successfully used Migrantweb to get a Investor VISA? I plan to invest in real estate in Florian贸polis, to get an investor VISA allowing to become a resident in four years. This is the Investment VISA I want to apply for: ...
Hi, Yes you are correct, to start the Investor visa application process and to use the migrantweb site you need to have a digital e-CPF if you are applying as an individual or a digital e-CNPJ if you are applying as a company. You will initially ... Read More
COVID PCR Test without appointment in Salvador (urgent) by Kurterino
Hello, A friend of mine is in Salvador right now (Friday), and is supposed to board a flight on Sunday morning which requires her to have a negative PCR test certificate. Unfortunately she was ill prepared and thought that she could just walk into ...
Hi Kuterino, I鈥檓 not sure if your friend is aware that all states in Bahia including salvador have entered into a lockdown from 17h today until 05:00 on Monday. All non essential activities have been suspended. Pharmacies and supermarkets ... Read More
Investor visa protocolo
Hi, Hope you are all well. I will make an application for the investor visa this week. Do you know if I will get a protocol number as soon as I have made the application with all the requested documents? Also with the protocol number does this ... Read More
Appointment with the Policia Federal in RJ
Good evening all. Happy New year and wishing you all the best in 2021 I would like to extend my current RNM card (which expired in November) and my understanding is that all RNM cards/visas need to be extended by the cut off date of 16th March ... Read More
Brazil Border Update and medical insurance by Texanbrazil
Seal with white background Health Alert: August 27, 2020 Location: Brazil Event: Extension of Brazil Travel Restrictions on Land and sea borders Effective August 26, Brazil extended the restrictions on the entry of foreigners by land (unless ...
Hi all, Hope you are doing well. Has there been any update with regards to the PF not counting visa days鈥� and has the pol铆cia Federal re-opened yet in Rio? My visa/RNM card expires in mid November, is there anything I should do to get ... Read More
Brazil Border Update and medical insurance by Texanbrazil
Seal with white background Health Alert: August 27, 2020 Location: Brazil Event: Extension of Brazil Travel Restrictions on Land and sea borders Effective August 26, Brazil extended the restrictions on the entry of foreigners by land (unless ...
Thank you Texanbrazil. I have a temporary RNM Which expires mid November, so just wanted to know how many days I can add to the current expiry date. My understanding is that as the visa days are not being counted until the PF opens and when it does ... Read More
Brazil Border Update and medical insurance by Texanbrazil
Seal with white background Health Alert: August 27, 2020 Location: Brazil Event: Extension of Brazil Travel Restrictions on Land and sea borders Effective August 26, Brazil extended the restrictions on the entry of foreigners by land (unless ...
Texanbrazil, Thank you for posting this update. My understanding is that as I have an RNM number, I am exempt from showing a health/travel insurance document on entry into Brazil? Also are you aware of the current situation with the PF and have ... Read More
Real estate investor visa by dd30
Hello all, first time poster here. I've been doing some initial research on the real estate investment visa. Does anybody have any experience with this visa? Did you apply within Brazil or abroad? Is the holder of this visa allowed to work in ...
Hi dd30, I've just read on the Brazilian consulate website for the UK that the investment visa process should be initiated in Brazil through the ministry of labour, however I am unsure if the situation has changed due to COVID. Either way ... Read More
Temporary Visa
Hi all, I hope you are all well. I currently have a temporary (1 year) student visa, which is due to expire in November 2020. However due to the pandemic and the Policia Federal being closed my understanding is that since March 16 2020, visa days ... Read More
Best bank interest rates by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Is anyone aware of which banks and accounts offer the best interest rates I.e. if I opened a new account and deposited 100,000 reais what kind of return could I expect? Also I was told today at ITA脷 bank that there no banking fees ...
Thank you all for your replies. XP investments has been mentioned to me a few times. Does anyone have a contact at XP investments that could assist me? Maybe someone you have used before? I am based in Copacabana. Thanks again for your help ... Read More
Best bank interest rates by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Is anyone aware of which banks and accounts offer the best interest rates I.e. if I opened a new account and deposited 100,000 reais what kind of return could I expect? Also I was told today at ITA脷 bank that there no banking fees ...
Thank you for your reply, I am aware of all this, just wanted to know which banks in Brazil offer the best rates of interest? My funds are already in Brazil so no issues of exchange rates. Read More
Best bank interest rates
Hi all, Is anyone aware of which banks and accounts offer the best interest rates I.e. if I opened a new account and deposited 100,000 reais what kind of return could I expect? Also I was told today at ITA脷 bank that there no banking fees ... Read More
Transferwise....Experiences and Fee's & Exchange Rate USD to Real by Alascana
Has anybody recently used the " Transferwise" service to Brasil from the USA. ... Just the Facts...no SWAG'$..... Thanks in advance, all info appreciated! And how did the service work for You?...
I've just done a quick comparison (21/10/19) (although I send money from the UK, I believe this will be the same if you send money from the US) Example: Transferwise Sending 拢1,000 (includes transfer fee) Transfer fee: ... Read More
Transferwise....Experiences and Fee's & Exchange Rate USD to Real by Alascana
Has anybody recently used the " Transferwise" service to Brasil from the USA. ... Just the Facts...no SWAG'$..... Thanks in advance, all info appreciated! And how did the service work for You?...
Hi, I've used Transferwise many times, the rates are very good and their fees are transparent, delivery times are also very fast. The amount you can send per month is capped at around 30k reais per month without having to show any ... Read More
Translating birth certificate from English - Portuguese by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced translation service? I've had my birth certificate apostilled in the UK but now need to get my birth certificate translated from English to Portuguese for the PF. Any advice would be greatly ...
Thank you very much that is good to know. Read More
Translating birth certificate from English - Portuguese by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced translation service? I've had my birth certificate apostilled in the UK but now need to get my birth certificate translated from English to Portuguese for the PF. Any advice would be greatly ...
Hi all, Does the PF accept electronic copies of a translation (Birth Certificate), or does the original translation need to be presented? Thanks, Ikexplorer Read More
Translating birth certificate from English - Portuguese by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced translation service? I've had my birth certificate apostilled in the UK but now need to get my birth certificate translated from English to Portuguese for the PF. Any advice would be greatly ...
Cejames, Thank you for the recommendation, I will get in touch with him Kind regards, Ikexplorer Read More
Translating birth certificate from English - Portuguese by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced translation service? I've had my birth certificate apostilled in the UK but now need to get my birth certificate translated from English to Portuguese for the PF. Any advice would be greatly ...
Thank you very much for your prompt reply. I will check them out. Kind regards, Ikexplorer Read More
Translating birth certificate from English - Portuguese
Hi all, Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced translation service? I've had my birth certificate apostilled in the UK but now need to get my birth certificate translated from English to Portuguese for the PF. Any advice would be greatly ... Read More
Expat Health insurance - Brazil
Hi all, Please can you recommend any health insurance providers for expats in Brazil, what are the rough costs and requirements for taking out this type of insurance? Thanks in advance, Ikexplorer Read More
How Dispute incorrect DESO water bill?
Hi all, I have received a ridiculously high DESO bill for a property which is currently unoccupied. The previous bills have been for the minimum amount of around 38 Reais. How would I go about disputing this figure? Would i dispute, get a ... Read More
Criminal Police Check (Acro)
Hi all, Does a criminal police check document (ACRO) from the UK need to be apostilled and translated in to portuguese for a visa application (not a student visa), stable union etc. I am aware that this is required for a birth certificate. thanks ... Read More
Studying Portuguese at University by Ikexplorer
Hi all, I have looked into studying Portuguese at a number of private institutions that look very good but long term the course is very expensive. Does anyone have any experience studying Portuguese at a university in Brazil and would you be able ...
Thank you very much for your replies Read More
Studying Portuguese at University
Hi all, I have looked into studying Portuguese at a number of private institutions that look very good but long term the course is very expensive. Does anyone have any experience studying Portuguese at a university in Brazil and would you be able ... Read More
portuguese schools with classes over 15 hours a week? by misterinternational
Hey, I'm currently finishing up the semester at a portuguese school in Sao Paulo. I'm planning on renewing my student visa and staying in Brazil for the next semester. The school i'm at right now is pretty good, but I'm playing ...
misterinternational, How have you found studying Portuguese in Brazil? There are a couple of very good language schools (based on trip advisor) in Rio that offer Portuguese courses (15 hours per week) and student visas Rio and learn Caminhos ... Read More
Student Visa
Hi all Thanks for your replies. I don鈥檛 currently speak Portuguese hence I would like to study Portuguese. So would I need to leave the country and re enter every time my visa status changed? Example, if I obtained a student visa through ... Read More
Student Visa
Hi all. I am currently on an extended tourist visa and have been looking into studying Portuguese. If I decide to study Portuguese and apply for the student visa at the Policia Federal will the student visa simply replace the tourist visa and vice ... Read More
Applying for Student Visa at a Foreign Consulate by fifthhouse
I am planning to make an application for a student visa in July. I'll be studying Portuguese in Fortaleza. My question is regarding the consulate where I make the application outside of Brazil. I am from Canada, but don't necessarily wish ...
Fifthhouse, Just out of interest is there any particular reason why you are looking for other countries to apply for your student visa other than your home country or Brazil? I was at the pol铆cia federal on Thursday extending my tourist visa ... Read More
Manually register transfer with central bank of Brazil by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Is it possible to manually register money that has been transferred into to Brazil with the central Bank? I have used 3 different companies to transfer money to Brazil, 2 out of the 3 companies have registered the transfers with the ...
Hi, I鈥檝e sent the money to my own bank account in Brazil. From the (UK) to Brazil. What is the easiest way to check if the transfers have been registered with the Central bank of Brazil NOT Bank of Brazil? And also if they are not ... Read More
Manually register transfer with central bank of Brazil
Hi all, Is it possible to manually register money that has been transferred into to Brazil with the central Bank? I have used 3 different companies to transfer money to Brazil, 2 out of the 3 companies have registered the transfers with the ... Read More
New Tourist overstay penalty from 8 Reais to 120 Reais ?!?! by olepistole
Hello, i am here on a 3 month tourist visa and was told in the beginning i can just overstay and pay a fine of 8 reais a day and maximum 780 reais. Now i heard from a lawyer in Rio that this was changed and its now 120 Reais a day, Can anyone ...
Hi Tom1080, My understanding is that your allowance re-sets on the date you first entered Brazil, in your case 14th June 2014 which means your allowance for this year would re-set on 14th June 2019. Of course you will have to pay a large fine for ... Read More
Question about Student Visa by fifthhouse
I am a Canadian citizen currently living in Fortaleza, Brazil on a tourist visa. I wish to apply for a student visa to study Portuguese, so I can live here longer term. I found a private school that will provide me with at the number of class hours ...
Fifthhouse, My understanding from previous research is that as long as it is a registered school with a CNPJ number and they are able to offer you the Portuguese course with the required number of hours per week for the duration of the visa you are ... Read More
Certificado Digitale by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Has anyone had any experience obtaining a certificado Digitale as this is a requirement for my visa application. Where is this usually done, what are the costs and how long does it take? Thanks in advance Ikex
Thank you Texanbrazil, I managed to get the certificado digitale. It was a straight forward process and cost 150 reais and will last one year, this will now enable me to start the visa process online. I will update all with my progress and any ... Read More
Certificado Digitale by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Has anyone had any experience obtaining a certificado Digitale as this is a requirement for my visa application. Where is this usually done, what are the costs and how long does it take? Thanks in advance Ikex
Hi, Thanks for your reply It鈥檚 for the application of a golden visa for (UK) citizen. I need the certificado digitale to start the application process as the whole process is now done online and not in person as before. Thanks in ... Read More
Proof of funds through central bank of Brazil
Abthree, Thank you for your reply. I received the following message from Transferwise: 鈥極ur banking partner in Brazil is authorised by the central bank as a financial institution so with these receipts it will show that the money originated ... Read More
Proof of funds through central bank of Brazil
Hi all, I have transferred some funds to Brazil through a number of different companies one of them being Transferwise. How can I check if my funds have all gone through the central bank of Brazil and get a certificate to prove this? Any easy way ... Read More
Certificado Digitale
Hi all, Has anyone had any experience obtaining a certificado Digitale as this is a requirement for my visa application. Where is this usually done, what are the costs and how long does it take? Thanks in advance Ikex Read More
Brazil golden visa through real estate by Ikexplorer
Hi, Has anyone applied for a Golden visa through real estate investment? If so what was the process and did you have to prove that the funds were sent through the central bank? My understanding is that you need to invest 700k reais in real estate ...
Abthree, Thank you very much for your prompt and detailed reply. I will get my lawyer to look into this further as I think I meet the criteria. I will update the forum accordingly with my success issues etc. Thanks again! Read More
Brazil golden visa through real estate
Hi, Has anyone applied for a Golden visa through real estate investment? If so what was the process and did you have to prove that the funds were sent through the central bank? My understanding is that you need to invest 700k reais in real estate ... Read More
buying real estate in Sao Paulo by GringoLouco
Hi everyone, I'm European and our housing market is currently in a huge bubble. It just doesn't seem interesting to me and fellow youngsters to take on a huge mortgage for an average house in Western Europe. Prices have doubled in 20 years ...
Well explained abthree. I鈥檓 not sure if this relates to sao paolo but there is also DARF - a navy tax for properties by the sea, although this is relatively low it鈥檚 something to factor in. Also bare in mind that condominio fees are ... Read More
New Tourist overstay penalty from 8 Reais to 120 Reais ?!?! by olepistole
Hello, i am here on a 3 month tourist visa and was told in the beginning i can just overstay and pay a fine of 8 reais a day and maximum 780 reais. Now i heard from a lawyer in Rio that this was changed and its now 120 Reais a day, Can anyone ...
Hi, I arrived in Brazil 3 weeks ago with an overstay of 8 days, I arrived in Brazil at around 10pm expecting to pay the overstay fine of 800 reais. But the immigration official stamped my passport, smiled and just let me through. No mention of ... Read More
Urgent - Entry into Brazil by joker31
Hello, I applied for my tourist visa and received it on April 2016. It is valid for 5 years (April 2021). I paid for the flight and accommodations for my May 2016 trip however due to Zika Virus I cancelled it. I am now going to Brazil for the ...
Hi, How did you get a 5 year tourist visa? Thanks for any info Ikex Read More
re-entering after overstaying my welcome by thehidden
Hi I am from the UK and I entered Brazil on a 90 day Tourist Visa on 04/Feb/2013, the Visa is obtained upon entry. I later extended to a further 90 days to a maximum total of 180 days. However, I then overstayed my welcome by 720 days approx. I ...
Hi Ben, Yes you will need to apply for a 90 day (max allowed) visa extension at the FP, if you return back to Brazil after your initial 90 days more than likely you will not be allowed to enter Brazil and will be sent back. (This information has ... Read More
Visa Overstay by demokrit
Hi guys, I arrived in Brazil 13. December. They told be I had 21 days before I would become illigal. I have a return ticket to Norway 28th January so from my calculation I will have 25 days overstay. I was not awere of the continuous 90 days from ...
Hi, I鈥檓 not aware of the visa rules for Norway, but for (UK) citizens it鈥檚 a 90 day entry Visa which can be extended for a further 90 days at the Federal Police. You are free to use the 180 days as you wish within 365 days. Please keep ... Read More
Visa Overstay by demokrit
Hi guys, I arrived in Brazil 13. December. They told be I had 21 days before I would become illigal. I have a return ticket to Norway 28th January so from my calculation I will have 25 days overstay. I was not awere of the continuous 90 days from ...
Demokrit, My understanding is from the first date you enter Brazil you have a 90 day entry visa. It鈥檚 doesnt matter how long you stay each time but in total you are allowed a maximum of 90 days per year. This can be extended for a further 90 ... Read More
Visa Extension at PF by Ikexplorer
Hi all, Hope you are well I was hoping you would be able to clarify some questions I have regarding a visa extension at the PF. 1. My yearly visa allowance renews on 7th feb 2019, giving me a 90 day visa. 2. I will be arriving in Brazil on 8th ...
Abthree, Thank you for the reply It would be great if that is the case, but I think it is different for (UK) citizens and according to the Brazilian Embassy. The reason I say this is because I entered on 7 Feb 2018, and spent 2 weeks in Brazil, ... Read More
Visa Extension at PF
Hi all, Hope you are well I was hoping you would be able to clarify some questions I have regarding a visa extension at the PF. 1. My yearly visa allowance renews on 7th feb 2019, giving me a 90 day visa. 2. I will be arriving in Brazil on 8th ... 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 Todd, I鈥檓 also from the UK, was the 180 days made up of 90 days Visa on arrival and 90 days extension at the federal police? Was it a straight forward process? Thanks in advance, Ikex Read More
Why it take 10 days or more for wire transfer to your BR bank from US by Texanbrazil
I have to wire money every month from US to BR bank. It takes 10 to 12 business day to be posted. Anyone else?
If the amount you sent from the US to Brazil was less than 20,000 reals I wouldn鈥檛 have used any other transfer company apart from TransferWise. They allow you to send 20,000 reals per month without having to show any additional documentation. ... Read More
Tax question for investor visa
Hi, Does this also apply for UK citizens or are the rules different? Thanks in advance 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, Thank you very much for you reply. I would say investing more for the local market rather than foreigners at this stage and to sell on rather than rent. Are you aware of Minha Casa Minha Vida scheme and what are you thoughts on this? Are ... Read More
Investing in Brazil
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 Read More
Confused with the 90-180 days tourist visa by kattie1120
Hi everyone! I hope someone can shed some light here. So i arrived in brazil 6th of June and left on the 13th of July. my 180th day in Brazil would be on the 3rd of December. some other websites said that you have to leave the country for another ...
abthree, Thank you very much for you reply. Just to clarify I am from the United Kingdom I have traveled to Brazil 3 times this year on the following dates: Total 98 days. - 7th February - 23rd February 2018 - 15th May - 31st May 2018 - 24th ... Read More
Confused with the 90-180 days tourist visa by kattie1120
Hi everyone! I hope someone can shed some light here. So i arrived in brazil 6th of June and left on the 13th of July. my 180th day in Brazil would be on the 3rd of December. some other websites said that you have to leave the country for another ...
Useful information @abthree - thanks Can anyone who applies for the 90 day visa exstension at the FP usually get it? Do you know what documents or information they will require? Also if I went to Brazil for 2 months and then went to the FP for a ... Read More
Transfer money to Brasil to purchase a property. by dzgreek
Hi everyone, I need help. I am an u.s. citizen married a Brasilian citizen with a green card living currently in USA. We are having here a join bank account and intent to purchase a property in SAO PAULO. I have a tourist visa and not a cpf yet in ...
New Brazil, There are a number of ways to send money to Brazil through recent experience and heavy research. I wouldn鈥檛 send money money through your bank as the exchange rates offered are set by the bank themselves and not beneficial to ... Read More
Overstaying in Brazil, how to pay the fine by tuvatuva
Hello, Due to special circumstances I overstayed my tourist visa in Brazil by 19 days during my last visit. Now, 10 months later, I'm returning to Brazil as a student (with a student visa). The fine of my overstay from my previous visit is 157 ...
Hi everyone, I also have a question regarding an overstay of 8 days on a tourist visa (UK citizen). When I left Brazil in July I had no issues leaving Brazil, I was not made aware that I had overstayed my visa (I traveled at 3 different times over ... Read More
Tourist visa for Brazil - UK citizen
Hi all, My name is Imran and I am new to this forum. I love Brazil and have traveled there 3 times this year and I want to go back. I was hoping you could provide some advice/solution on my situation as I am reading a lot of conflicting ... Read More