@BraGringa
American expat in Brazil
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Lives in Araraquara, São Paulo
Registration: 18 April 2019
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Bringing dog from Brazil back to US by Droplover
I am looking for information on bringing a dog from Brazil to the US. The information on the CDC website is unclear to me. It states there is a temporary suspension for dogs entering the US (from Brazil and 112 other high risk rabies countries) ...
It looks like the shot has to be given in the U.S. But to be sure, here are the contacts: "For questions, please contact CDC at cdcanimalimports@cdc.gov or CDC-INFO at (404) 718-3660." Read More
Bringing dog from Brazil back to US by Droplover
I am looking for information on bringing a dog from Brazil to the US. The information on the CDC website is unclear to me. It states there is a temporary suspension for dogs entering the US (from Brazil and 112 other high risk rabies countries) ...
I have not dealt with this, but it looks like it depends on where your dog got its rabies vaccine. Read More
Providing CPF when making a purchase by dyantyi28
HiI have been asked a couple of times for CPF when I was making payment for groceries, but it seems to be optional what is the advantages or disadvantages of providing a CPF when making a purchase?Thank you
CPF na Nota is a Sao Paulo state initiative against "sonegacao" or tax fraud. (I think they have it in some other states too.) In the past, some businesses would fail to register sales in their system or give receipts so that they could avoid paying ... Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere? by ExpatUSATravels
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more...
@Droplover I really loved living in that neighborhood! You are lucky to be there. I would walk around the lagoa every morning and see lots of birds. Thanks for the name of the cheese shop -- I'll see if my friends know it. Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere? by ExpatUSATravels
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more...
@Droplover Is the cheese store in Campinas? Would love to share it with my foodie friends there. Read More
Almond Butter Anywhere? by ExpatUSATravels
Where in Brasil must I go to get almond butter?Cannot find it in any grocery stores in the State of Rio de Janeiro so far.Checked so far: Zona Sul, Pao de Acu, Regina, Extra, Green Fruit, Hortifruti, and more...
When we lived in Campinas, there were two stores in our neighborhood (Barao Geraldo/Guara) that had things like this. If you ever get down that way, try Frutaria Rio das Pedras (http://www.frutariariodaspedras.com.br]/) or Armazem Casa Grande ... Read More
Extension of Permanent Residence Visa. by Yollywatson
Hi, I’ve a Brazil Permanent Resident visa that id due to expire in 2 months as I have been out of Brasil now for nearly 2 years. I understand that an extension of near 7 months was extented for the pandemic. My question is due to all the ...
I was in the same boat, with my last exit from the country in September 2019. I looked into the options and decided it was better to make a quick trip to Brazil before the end of the two-year window. Yes, there was a seven-month extension, but if ... Read More
Visa status during Pandemic by AfroPrince
Anyone have an idea on whether visa entrance requirements are extended if you haven't been able to travel to brazil during the pandemic? What happens if you are outside over 2 years of the visa limit? Can you extend you visa in your local ...
Thank you, abthree! My wife is traveling to Brazil to see her mom in July, so I can get a firsthand assessment of the situation in Sao Paulo then. Hope all is well with you in hard-hit Manaus! Read More
Visa status during Pandemic by AfroPrince
Anyone have an idea on whether visa entrance requirements are extended if you haven't been able to travel to brazil during the pandemic? What happens if you are outside over 2 years of the visa limit? Can you extend you visa in your local ...
Just saw this post by Tony. I have been fretting about needing to go to Brazil to keep my CNRM alive -- the last time I left the country was Sept. 1, 2019, and I have not felt safe going back due to COVID. If I am reading this correctly, there was ... Read More
Travel to Brazil from UK for Visa Extension by AfroPrince
Hi guys, As with most, this pandemic has been distressing due to travel restrictions. That being said, is there anyone here from UK that has travelled to Brazil from the UK? It will shortly be 2 years since my last visit and I would like to avoid ...
I am in a similar position. I have a CNRM, valid until 2026. My last departure from Brazil was in Sept. 2019, and I haven't been able to go back due to COVID. I have emailed the PF in my town in Brazil, which usually is responsive, but gotten no ... Read More
How long can we be out of brazil with CIE by philmoto85
I forgot. How long can we be out of Brazil before we risk losing our CIE?? 12 months? 18 months? I would come down for a little bit but Obviously is not possible because of COVID Thanks
Hi there, can anyone remind me whether the two years is from my last date of ENTRY to Brazil or EXIT? I last entered the country on Aug. 11, 2019, and exited on Sept. 1, 2019. I’m wondering which is the deadline, and also whether there has ... Read More
Renewal of Cedula de Identidade de Estrangeiro
Hi there, I got my Cedula de Identidade de Estrangeiro in Nov. 2017. I have a permanent visa on the basis of family reunification (Brazilian spouse) that is valid until Nov. 2026. I understand that I have to present myself every two years at the ... Read More