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Registration: 30 June 2022
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If you separate from your Brazilian spouse by NewBrazil
I have a permanent residency here in Brazil. I was given this when I was under the common couple section in the marriages agreement. We never got married. We are thinking of separation. Will I still be able to keep my permanent residence???? There ...
@rraypo That is a portaria or department directive not a law. I don't believe it applies in every case. I believe that it came from a 2017 law that was rescinded. At the time it was originally written I don't believe there was a retirement ... Read More
Opening a bank account in Brazil for an American by roy_usa_2023
Hello,I am an American who travels to Brazil only a few times a year- I don't plan to take residence in Brazil- I only visit my girlfriend- is it possible to create a joint account with my girlfriend if I am an American without a CPF registration ...
Directly from the IRS website:"The aggregate value of these assets must exceed $50,000 to be reportable, in general, but in some cases, the threshold may be higher."Many of the "Brick and mortar" banks in Brasil have digital banking. I bank in the ... Read More
Can a CRNM be obtained without purchasing property or living in Rio by easygoer1050
Good afternoon All:Overall I have found these pages to be informative over the past. I currently live in Florida and I am married to a Brazillian woman for 7 years. We recently got our marriage certified in Brazil (who knew..lol) I ...
@abthree Brazil's digital powerhouse backed by JPMorgan Chase C6 Bank cards may be used in ALL of the United States ATM machines. Santandar Digital banking also may be used in Santander ATM machines and is accepted at Santander institutions in ... Read More
Can a CRNM be obtained without purchasing property or living in Rio by easygoer1050
Good afternoon All:Overall I have found these pages to be informative over the past. I currently live in Florida and I am married to a Brazillian woman for 7 years. We recently got our marriage certified in Brazil (who knew..lol) I ...
@easygoer1050CRNM may be difficult to obtain without "proof" of actually ones intent to reside in Brasil. It is for "Living in Brasil". Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
@abthree Ok, thanks a ton. Eases my mind a lot. I will continue on until its time to renew my CRNM and cross that Visa VITEM XIV bridge some other time if by chance I somehow get to it. I suppose that bridge is for those that have not obtained a ... Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
I understand. I emailed the Brazilian consulate in Houston on May 5, and inquired about renewal of the 12 month expiration of my VITEM XIV and was told "You can only renew it in Brazil with the Federal Police". At least this is the case for ... Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
@abthree Ok, so you're saying do not hand in the passport to renew my Visa until I have returned to Brasil? Because if I book a flight before renewing my Visa, I may not have a passport to enter the US until my passport is returned to me ... Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
@knedelisky So when your husband went to PF to renew his temporary retirement visa, how long did they keep his passport. You can not renew the retirement visa in the US, it must be renewed at the PF. In my case Rio de Janeiro. However I will be ... Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
@MA22 On your 2 year retirement visa. It expires after the first year and then you must get it renewed correct? At least mines is this way. It was issued May of 22, expiring this month. However at the bottom is says "PRAZO DE RESIDENCIA: 02 (DOIS ... Read More
PagSeguro sales limits? How much and why? by mberigan
I keep running into a mildly frustrating situation where my Bank of America Mastercard gets refused by some businesses and accepted by others. The latest encounter with this frustration was using a PagSeguro "maquininha" which would function for low ...
Are you using machines on the CIRUS network or same network as BOA? Machines marked with the VISA/MASTER CARD logo? Regular machines may or may not complete transactions with non network cards. Read More
The new CPF identification law for 2023.
How does this affect those that already have RG/CRNM/RNM cards? Will all new RG/CNH/CRNM cards have CPF numbers on them? Read More
Best suburb to live in Rio De Janeiro by Petros Andriotis
Hi everyone. We are moving to Rio and we would like your input finding the best area. Somewhere as safe as possible, close to the beach, coffee shops, restaurants, nightlife and things to do in general. Areas in the proximity of city center offering ...
@Petros Andriotis I agree with TexanBrazil. I would use Airbnb services first. Then decide for yourself. The term "Safe" has different meanings to many people. Read More
Best suburb to live in Rio De Janeiro by Petros Andriotis
Hi everyone. We are moving to Rio and we would like your input finding the best area. Somewhere as safe as possible, close to the beach, coffee shops, restaurants, nightlife and things to do in general. Areas in the proximity of city center offering ...
@stevewaugh786 A very cool/cold climate in SC. LOL. SC is colder than Sao Paulo in my opinion. One should look at the yearly and average daily temps before deciding on SC. If you prefer cool and slightly mild climate then it's perfect for ... Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
@Texanbrazil I believe that he means Santos Dumont. The PF imigration office was moved from GIG to Santos Dumont in Rio de janeiro. Read More
Retirement Visa for Brazil by abthree
The Brazilian Government has approved a replacement for the old Permanent Visa for Retirees, that was eliminated for new applicants as part of the 2017 Immigration Reform. As was the case with the old Permanent Visa (VIPER) for family reunion, the ...
@dgwarmyman Yes, Please keep us up to date of the renewal process. I will be visiting the PF at Santos Dumont Rio for my first CRNM/RNM in December. Using the guidelines from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and University of Sao Paulo and ... Read More