Mickey34
American looking for information about Brazil
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Lives in santa Barbara
Registration: 29 May 2015
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Will Playstation work in Rio?
Hi James, My son will absolutely have a fit if he can't bring his Playstation along from the US to Rio. I've done some research and can't really get a definite answer. Do you know if it will work in Rio? If anyone has experienced ... Read More
Electronics and Shipping from US to Rio by Mickey34
What is the deal with electronics in Brazil? My son wants to know if his Play Station will work in Brazil. He's ready to pack his television and his Play Station. He asked me if it would work but I don't have an answer for him. I've ...
Thanks James! Do you know if the Playstation will work in Rio? My son is freaking because he has read that they don't. I don't play with Playstations because of my age. This is like air and water to this kid. I'd hate to get all the ... Read More
Electronics and Shipping from US to Rio by Mickey34
What is the deal with electronics in Brazil? My son wants to know if his Play Station will work in Brazil. He's ready to pack his television and his Play Station. He asked me if it would work but I don't have an answer for him. I've ...
Hi James, Thanks for your response! I have an outlet that I shop in (wholesale prices) I order clothing from them all the time and they ship it to me. Once I'm in Rio will I still be able to receive my orders from them? I've been told ... Read More
Electronics and Shipping from US to Rio
What is the deal with electronics in Brazil? My son wants to know if his Play Station will work in Brazil. He's ready to pack his television and his Play Station. He asked me if it would work but I don't have an answer for him. I've ... Read More
Retirement Permanent Visa by Mickey34
I have a question. I was going to do the Student Visa which would basically give me a little more time than a Tourist Visa. I have determined that a Permanent Visa may be in my best interest at this time. My question is this. It's my ...
Hi James, That is very helpful and I thank you for your speedy response. However, you were correct regarding all the bureaucratic nonsense that exists in Brazil. It is amazing how the cards are really stacked against foreigners traveling to ... Read More
Retirement Permanent Visa
I have a question. I was going to do the Student Visa which would basically give me a little more time than a Tourist Visa. I have determined that a Permanent Visa may be in my best interest at this time. My question is this. It's my ... Read More
New : Subscribe to the Brazil ads! by Julien
Hi, We are pleased to inform you that a new feature is available on expat-blog.com. You can now subscribe to the Brazil: classifieds, job ads, housing ads. DonÂ’t miss any ads posted online anymore! How does it work? On each section, whether ...
Brilliant, Julien!!! Much needed info to help one plan for their stay in Brazil. Go glad you have this feature! I'll be using it regularly until I arrive and definitely after my arrival. You guys have been good friends! Read More
Safety in Brazil by Mickey34
I'm completely in a state of shock. My trip to Brazil will begin in late January. I've been doing a lot of research, maybe too much. The stories are horrendous to say the least. Everything from bodies of murdered children lying in the ...
Thanks for your answer. The media wants to portray the sky is falling. I'm glad that you enjoyed your time in Brazil. Soon it will be my turn. Read More
Safety in Brazil by Mickey34
I'm completely in a state of shock. My trip to Brazil will begin in late January. I've been doing a lot of research, maybe too much. The stories are horrendous to say the least. Everything from bodies of murdered children lying in the ...
Thanks, I was ready to unpack my bags. You know, it's awful the way the media uses scare tactics to put fear into people. Scaring people for fun and profit! I feel a whole lot better now. I'm a tough New Yorker. I'll be okay. Read More
Safety in Brazil
I'm completely in a state of shock. My trip to Brazil will begin in late January. I've been doing a lot of research, maybe too much. The stories are horrendous to say the least. Everything from bodies of murdered children lying in the ... Read More
Closing on a Property
Does anyone know how long it takes to close from inception to end in Brazil? Days or months? Read More
Leaving all my stuff behind by Mickey34
I've been planning my trip for a permanent stay in Brazil with my family. I am going to enter on a student visa since I'll be attending a university there. I also work remotely, so I can basically live anywhere in the world. What troubles ...
This is just what I needed in the way of advice. Both you and James have really been helpful. I'm by no means attached to material things but I've come to a point in my life where I'm just tired of starting all over. I've done it ... Read More
Leaving all my stuff behind by Mickey34
I've been planning my trip for a permanent stay in Brazil with my family. I am going to enter on a student visa since I'll be attending a university there. I also work remotely, so I can basically live anywhere in the world. What troubles ...
Thanks so much! I feel a lot better. I was kind of blue. I called the Brazilian Consulate today and they weren't very helpful at all. I'm studying the language, that's definitely mandatory. I'm a person who communicates well and ... Read More
Leaving all my stuff behind
I've been planning my trip for a permanent stay in Brazil with my family. I am going to enter on a student visa since I'll be attending a university there. I also work remotely, so I can basically live anywhere in the world. What troubles ... Read More