kawakasbah
Norwegian expat in Brazil
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Registration: 31 August 2011
Bringing animals ( dogs and cats) to Brazil by kawakasbah
Hi guys..anyone out there has had experience bringing dogs or cats to Brazil? What are the rules and what to expect? thanks
That鈥檚 a good suggestion. Definitely will look into that possibility . Thanks Read More
Bringing animals ( dogs and cats) to Brazil by kawakasbah
Hi guys..anyone out there has had experience bringing dogs or cats to Brazil? What are the rules and what to expect? thanks
Thanks . I was wondering about that myself but my family won鈥檛 leave them behind and move to Brazil . Quite a conundrum鈥�.thanks again. Read More
Bringing animals ( dogs and cats) to Brazil by kawakasbah
Hi guys..anyone out there has had experience bringing dogs or cats to Brazil? What are the rules and what to expect? thanks
Thank you very much for all this informative information. I will definitely follow your guidelines. May be challenging in my situation as I have to bring 5 dogs and 5 cats. PS: I have already contacted the broker here in Brazil Read More
Bringing animals ( dogs and cats) to Brazil
Hi guys..anyone out there has had experience bringing dogs or cats to Brazil? What are the rules and what to expect? thanks Read More
Are SkyMiles transferable between Delta and LATAM by kawakasbah
Now that Delta is partnering with LATAM anyone knows if it is possible to transfer delta SkyMiles to LATAM, and if so, how?
it takes forever to talk to someone and when you finally do, they are of no help since they don鈥檛 know. Read More
Are SkyMiles transferable between Delta and LATAM by kawakasbah
Now that Delta is partnering with LATAM anyone knows if it is possible to transfer delta SkyMiles to LATAM, and if so, how?
Thanks. no help from neither Latam nor Delta. quite a conundrum. I give up Read More
Are SkyMiles transferable between Delta and LATAM
Now that Delta is partnering with LATAM anyone knows if it is possible to transfer delta SkyMiles to LATAM, and if so, how? Read More
RNE for buying a car[B] Op requested thread to be removed by GuestPoster5716
Hello, I am on a tourist Visa and want to buy a car. I am actually buying a car from a friend. In cartorio they told us I need RNE. (I have cpf) Can someone confirm please if I need RNE to buy a car? And also will I be able to obtain RNE as a ...
from what I gather you may have gotten a lucky break. In my case that was not the case. Getting lucky does not make it the norm. Like abthree said, Brazil is full wonderful and not so wonderful surprises. Read More
RNE for buying a car[B] Op requested thread to be removed by GuestPoster5716
Hello, I am on a tourist Visa and want to buy a car. I am actually buying a car from a friend. In cartorio they told us I need RNE. (I have cpf) Can someone confirm please if I need RNE to buy a car? And also will I be able to obtain RNE as a ...
@rraypo then you misread what I wrote. I said you can buy a car but you can鈥檛 transfer the title to your name without being a resident. this is not a contest of who right and who is wrong. You seem to be pushing that idea. I have read your ... Read More
RNE for buying a car[B] Op requested thread to be removed by GuestPoster5716
Hello, I am on a tourist Visa and want to buy a car. I am actually buying a car from a friend. In cartorio they told us I need RNE. (I have cpf) Can someone confirm please if I need RNE to buy a car? And also will I be able to obtain RNE as a ...
Just like opening a bank account , you will need to provide proof of residence (CRNM). Your friend can sell you the car. I believe you can even register the sale with Cart贸rio but the real hurdle will be with DETRAN. They will ask for ... Read More
Different "happiness" of people in different countries by nz7521137
Has someone noticed that people in different countries seem to be more or less happy, often independent from their economical situation? I am traveling a few times a year between Portugal and Hungary and I notice that people seem to be less happy in ...
@nz7521137 happiness! Such a loaded concept. What does it mean? I suppose it means different things to different people; and to others it means absolutely nothing. On the surface it would seem to our perception that a native Indian in the Amazon who ... Read More
Vitem IX Investment Visa Government Source Documents? by MGMExpat
Hello Forum,I'm am looking into moving to Brazil and would like to apply for a visa under a Vitem IX investment either through the property or business program. I have been to Brazil a few times and will most likely settle in the Sao Paulo, Rio, or ...
@Peter Itamaraca why talk to the monkey when you can talk to the organ grinder鈥�..love it. Moroccans have a similar funny saying. 鈥渟how me your ear I ask him and he contorts his arm behind his neck to point to the farthest ear鈥� ... Read More
Opening first bank account - Any recommendations? by GuestPoster9310
I am doing a bit of research about bank accounts in Brasil. My idea is to use it wherever my UK card isn't accepted and also for PIX transfers. Not planning to hold much money in that account. I will make small transfers from the UK using Western ...
@MikeInRio if you are a tax resident in Brazil I would recommend Wise. You can open an account in several currencies including BRL. They will issue you a debit card that you can use pretty much everywhere. If you are not a tax resident in Brazil , ... Read More
Is it possible to travel with RNE to Mercosur countries by Ako Stephen
Hello everyone Please I will like to find out if AS a RNE holder is it possible to travel to the Mercosur countries.
@jjaicmkmy right on the money. I posted earlier regarding this conundrum by suggesting that it is not possible to travel within the Mercosur bloc with only RNE. I spoke from experience because I tried testing this theory a few years back at the ... Read More
Is it possible to travel with RNE to Mercosur countries by Ako Stephen
Hello everyone Please I will like to find out if AS a RNE holder is it possible to travel to the Mercosur countries.
Looking at your details I see that you are a US citizen. The answer to your question is a resounding No. RNE is an identification document that immigrants can use in Brazil as legal residents of the country very much like a green card in the US. ... Read More
Airbnb and PayPal by kawakasbah
Hi guys. Anyone here had any experience with hosting on Airbnb and receiving payouts transferred to their PayPal account. I am specifically curious to know if Paypal charges any fees for receiving the funds from Airbnb. PS: I read somewhere that ...
Great . Thanks Fentium.that鈥檚 what I figured as well. I have been hosting in Brazil for few years now. The problem with payouts in Brazil is that one only has the option to receive the money in a Local Brazilian bank or PayPal. This must be a ... Read More
Airbnb and PayPal
Hi guys. Anyone here had any experience with hosting on Airbnb and receiving payouts transferred to their PayPal account. I am specifically curious to know if Paypal charges any fees for receiving the funds from Airbnb. PS: I read somewhere that ... Read More
SELLING MY HOUSE by cindylido
I recently lost my husband and now I am thinking of selling our house in Bahia. Fortunately,,I have good friends that deal with that but when I was talking to my attorney about it, he used a word that I am still not clear about what it means. I am ...
make sure you arm yourself with a trustworthy lawyer. Read More
SELLING MY HOUSE by cindylido
I recently lost my husband and now I am thinking of selling our house in Bahia. Fortunately,,I have good friends that deal with that but when I was talking to my attorney about it, he used a word that I am still not clear about what it means. I am ...
@cindylido please check this article for helpful information of probate law pertaining to foreigners with assets in Brazilhttps://www.lawyerinbrazil.com/articles-2/what-is-the-brazilian-probate-law-procedure/ Read More
SELLING MY HOUSE by cindylido
I recently lost my husband and now I am thinking of selling our house in Bahia. Fortunately,,I have good friends that deal with that but when I was talking to my attorney about it, he used a word that I am still not clear about what it means. I am ...
@cindylido if the heirs beside yourselves are non Brazilian citizens, be prepared to provide all kinds of documents and apostiles. Nowadays , the process is handled in the cart贸rio. For non Brazilians, I believe it has to go through the court ... Read More
SELLING MY HOUSE by cindylido
I recently lost my husband and now I am thinking of selling our house in Bahia. Fortunately,,I have good friends that deal with that but when I was talking to my attorney about it, he used a word that I am still not clear about what it means. I am ...
@cindylido invent谩rio is basically the probate. The process of sorting out if the deceased left a will , and who the heirs are before the estate can be divided or sold. Good luck Read More
Where is the best place to live/invest/stay in Brazil? by Peter Itamaraca
Opinions/thoughts/idea/suggestions?
It really boils down to the person鈥檚 expectations and how open they are to change and adaptation. Brazil is a large country with different landscapes, people and nuances. However, there is a an unmistaken common thread to it all and that is ... Read More
Passport trouble? by pjak106
Hello Friends,it seems that I have聽an certain amount of outstanding car tickets/fines here in Salvador,I wonder if it might get me into trouble getting in and out of Brasil at airport pasport check.(problem is I do not own a car so someone is ...
@pjak106 a quick passing note in response to your difficulty in swapping your EU driver鈥檚 license for a Brazilian. It should be a fairly easy process . Brazil has signed and ratified agreements or international conventions which allow an ... Read More
Passport trouble? by pjak106
Hello Friends,it seems that I have聽an certain amount of outstanding car tickets/fines here in Salvador,I wonder if it might get me into trouble getting in and out of Brasil at airport pasport check.(problem is I do not own a car so someone is ...
@pjak106 one thing has nothing to do with other. It should be of no consequence as far as you traveling. However, if you were to apply for a Brazilian driver鈥檚 license or renew an existing one, you will need to clear those debts. Same thing ... Read More
Where is the best place to live/invest/stay in Brazil? by Peter Itamaraca
Opinions/thoughts/idea/suggestions?
Interesting to see how everyone is plugging their little corner of Brazil. At the end of the day, whatever you choose ,or wherever you go you will still be in Brazil.聽 Read More
WiFi and POE Equipment Suggestions For Brazil by headshot
Greetings all.I know a lot about networking (digital) but when it comes to understanding power I am a child. I need to install a WiFi AP or bridge in my apartment to extend the signal and I do not want to use one that requires a power plug but ...
Hi therecheck out mercadolivre. They sell both at a good price. Probably cheaper than buying in the US Read More
RIO TOURIST POLICE by Nomad Mundo
I was robbed for my credit card and I went to this police station at LABLON.. The agent was extremely rude and pathetically mannered man and he won't let me talk. He blamed me that foreigners come to Rio to get robbed. He was using fake English ...
Wow Read More
Charities in Rio that accept used household goods by ironyisoverrated
Hello all ...Besides the Salvation Army, I was wondering if anyone knows of any local charitable organizations that accept used items. We are moving, and have decided not to take most of our small household items. Mostly, this includes cookware, ...
I sent you a message with information. Check your messages Read More
Charities in Rio that accept used household goods by ironyisoverrated
Hello all ...Besides the Salvation Army, I was wondering if anyone knows of any local charitable organizations that accept used items. We are moving, and have decided not to take most of our small household items. Mostly, this includes cookware, ...
@ironyisoverrated where are you located? Read More
LONG TERM RENTAL by OnlyRoddPremium
Hello everyone !Besides Airbnb,聽do you know or do you have a link for foreigners to rent an apartment for a 1 , 2聽or 3-year rental period?I need to know if can get in contact with the landlord or do聽I need聽a real state agent.
Hi there.renting an apartment for a long stretch is easy and straightforward. There are many ways to accomplish the task depending on whether you can speak Portuguese or not. If you can read Portuguese, I suggest you visit your local ads online and ... Read More
Buying land in rio by genizzy26
Hi, I would like to know the cost of land per acre in a good place in Rio de Janeiro. How much would 100 acres cost (good for both farming and building) with little to no government restrictions? Also can your personal property be included in ...
As far as acquiring visa through investing in real estate or land , it not a viable route. That is unless you open a company in Brazil going through the whole process of registering the company, wiring the funds to the company and then using those ... Read More
Buying land in rio by genizzy26
Hi, I would like to know the cost of land per acre in a good place in Rio de Janeiro. How much would 100 acres cost (good for both farming and building) with little to no government restrictions? Also can your personal property be included in ...
price depends on many factors. Availability of water, proximity to major road, type of terrain etc鈥 would check before buying big chunks of rural land. I remember reading about restrictions to foreigners. Good luck Read More
Live in RJ, RJ... Want to move away, Build, buy, rent?? WHERE? by GringoDoBrazil
Hello everyone.I have permanent residency and I currently live in RIO, RJ in Santa Teresa. Visiting RIO and Living here are two completely different things!Anyway...I still love brazil, I want to live here forever,,, BUT I am NOT TIED TO RIO, ...
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Money Transfer by Daring12
I am purchasing an apartment in Rio and will need to transfer money from the US. The money is now sitting in a trust in the US and is not in my name. I do not have a bank account in Brazil. Anyone have familiarity/advice with making this type of ...
Yeah . And south congress . El suco . Great Mexican food. Great margaritas聽 Read More
Money Transfer by Daring12
I am purchasing an apartment in Rio and will need to transfer money from the US. The money is now sitting in a trust in the US and is not in my name. I do not have a bank account in Brazil. Anyone have familiarity/advice with making this type of ...
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Money Transfer by Daring12
I am purchasing an apartment in Rio and will need to transfer money from the US. The money is now sitting in a trust in the US and is not in my name. I do not have a bank account in Brazil. Anyone have familiarity/advice with making this type of ...
Facilitators charge lot of money for not so much work. If you are opening a company to receive the money. I would recommend using a facilitator. Shop around . Some ask for 5000 reais . Others want 20.000 reais. Bottom line for someone who is not ... Read More
Money Transfer by Daring12
I am purchasing an apartment in Rio and will need to transfer money from the US. The money is now sitting in a trust in the US and is not in my name. I do not have a bank account in Brazil. Anyone have familiarity/advice with making this type of ...
I used English, but my attorney did open a "buyers account for me to transfer my funds, It had my CPF # At closing I released the funds to the buyer.The thing is that the buyers account you used had to be under someone鈥檚 name. All bank ... Read More
Money Transfer by Daring12
I am purchasing an apartment in Rio and will need to transfer money from the US. The money is now sitting in a trust in the US and is not in my name. I do not have a bank account in Brazil. Anyone have familiarity/advice with making this type of ...
The only other way I know of , and I have used it is through Moneycorp. They are a reputable company. They have offices in London, Florida and Brazil. You transfer the amount to their account /banco rendimento in S茫o Paulo. They lock in the ... Read More
Money Transfer by Daring12
I am purchasing an apartment in Rio and will need to transfer money from the US. The money is now sitting in a trust in the US and is not in my name. I do not have a bank account in Brazil. Anyone have familiarity/advice with making this type of ...
@Daring12聽Hi聽It is absolutely a must that the money to pay for the apartment needs to be transferred under the buyer鈥檚 name. The reason for this requirement is that the money gets registered with the central bank here in Brazil. The ... Read More
Beach front Pousada for sale
Hi guys. I am selling my beautiful beach front pousada in Saquarema, RJ. Great opportunity to live and make money. It has 10 rooms, 8 bathrooms , BBQ area and swimming pool. Close to s everything. Contact me on my WhatsApp For fotos and further info ... Read More
pesos for dollars
I am in Buenos Aires. How many dollars do you want to trade? and how much do you want for them? Read More
pesos for dollars
I will heading back home soon and would like to trade my pesos for dollars at a good rate. If interested email me at: adsumhic@gmail.com Read More