J. David Fuller
@Gotcha184
American expat in Brazil
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60 posts
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About me
American
Lives in Pipa da Praia
Speaks English, some Portuguese
Registration: 23 October 2013
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Retiring in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Brazil? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
What was it exactly you didn't like? Read More
Retiring in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Brazil? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
Abthree, I just now completed renewing my Azimuth medical insurance sent by my agent in Alabama who specializes in expat and international insurance. I just turned 65 and have had this plan for a year. The plan is a $2,500 annual deductible and ... Read More
Retiring in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Brazil? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
Good luck with AMIL! I had them for 1 year. At 6 months the raised our rates and at the end of the 1st year they raised our rates again. I went from $2,000 USD for my wife and I and ended at at $5,200 USD and we never even got to use it! We now ... Read More
Retiring in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Brazil? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
It is true that there is SUS and After living here for 3 years my wife and I both have the SUS card. We use this for minor injuries and illnesses but we carry international insurance for Brazil and the USA. We do this because the public health ... Read More
Finding your bearings in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello, While technology has definitely helped us navigate ourselves more easily in most countries, it's not the case everywhere. How do you get to your destinations and navigate yourself in Brazil? Do you use gps systems such as google/apple ...
abthree.........the "Map Book" was the first think I looked for when I arrived as I used them extensively in Sao Paulo...unfortunately they can't be found up in RN. Read More
Finding your bearings in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello, While technology has definitely helped us navigate ourselves more easily in most countries, it's not the case everywhere. How do you get to your destinations and navigate yourself in Brazil? Do you use gps systems such as google/apple ...
GPS is a wonderful piece of technology, but in Brazil it is one that must be monitored and checked to ensure that it doesn't take you somewhere you don't want to go. I have a TomTom GO620 and keep it up to date. I've used it traveling ... Read More
Bank loans in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello, Finances and banking can sometimes be a headache for many expats, especially when it comes to taking out bank loans. Is it difficult for an expat to get approved for a bank loan in Brazil? What are the types of bank loans available ...
Geoff Newton........A CPF is available to anyone that applies. All one has to do is go to their office and apply. One does not even need to have an RNE to obtain one. I recently helped a couple from Norway apply and receive their CPF in Natal. Read More
Bank loans in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello, Finances and banking can sometimes be a headache for many expats, especially when it comes to taking out bank loans. Is it difficult for an expat to get approved for a bank loan in Brazil? What are the types of bank loans available ...
Out of 18 countries, Brazil has the highest bank leading rate of 53% (monthly) with the next highest country (South Africa) at 10% according to "Trading Economics" as of June 2018. Needless to say, this makes getting a loan somewhat ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
It is whatever you make it. Anyone making a move internationally really needs to give some serious thought as to what they are going to do to occupy their time, after all it is not all about the beach, bars and........girls! Fore me, I'm ... Read More
What can I take to Brazil after I become a legal resident? by Befranazier
I got married to a Brazilian and became a resident in 2015. I traveled to the United States once in 2016 but I did not have enough money to move anything from the USA to Brazil.... This Novemeber I will be going home to visit family (Second time). ...
Here is AA's baggage limit for traveling to Brazil: Additional items Unless other restrictions are in place, you can also bring: 1 carry-on item 1 personal item Carry-on baggage You can also travel with: Sports equipment (additional charges ... Read More
What can I take to Brazil after I become a legal resident? by Befranazier
I got married to a Brazilian and became a resident in 2015. I traveled to the United States once in 2016 but I did not have enough money to move anything from the USA to Brazil.... This Novemeber I will be going home to visit family (Second time). ...
Someone needs to tell American who is charging for baggage over 50lbs if you are coming to Brazil. They have a scall on the website that show one charge for weight from 51 to 70lbs and another pay scale for those over 71lbs. Now if you fly ... Read More
What can I take to Brazil after I become a legal resident? by Befranazier
I got married to a Brazilian and became a resident in 2015. I traveled to the United States once in 2016 but I did not have enough money to move anything from the USA to Brazil.... This Novemeber I will be going home to visit family (Second time). ...
I just returned in July from the US and we carried 4 very large bags at 69 lbs each and a large tuff box containing my drone and all accessories. I only had to pay $85 for the extra bag. BUT.....I understand that the local carriers (if you are ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Brazil? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
Mike in Sao Paulo............I think that they were looking for good advise on moving to Brazil, not to be insulted. You attitude is exactly reflective of what you said Americans do not need to bring with them. So apparently you didn't learn ... Read More
Retiring in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Brazil? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
If this is fun for you then I'm afraid that you are what you pretend to be....a troll! Read More
Festivals in Brazil by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the main festivals in Brazil? Are there art, food, music, film, or other festivals expats can attend and participate in? When do the festivals take place? How long does each festival usually last? What activities ...
Praia de Pipa has a large number of event scheduled throughout the year. A city of about 12,000 people and a daily high season tourist population of about 8,000, Pipa's major events are "Festival Bossa & Jazz" held in August of ... Read More