StarMaris
American looking for information about Brazil
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Brazil new Tax law for 2024 for resident and Citizens by NewBrazil
This just was signed into law in 2024 Brazil government created a new tax. This applies to crypto, dividends from investments funds, platform , real estate and Trust. This applies to anything made outside the country at 15% tax this for both ...
Brazil does not have a totalization agreement with the usa. It also does not have a tax treat with the USA. Go to IRS link below to see all countries with US income tax treaties. BRAZIL IS NOT ONE OF THEM. ... Read More
FIling Brazillian Taxes as a USA Citizen (Top Notch Recommendation) by willgurs
The best of the best. Honest and fair priced. The law firm is in Curitiba and I am in Rio.https://www.andersenballao.com.br/socios/ariel-gustavo-born-palmeira/I did a lot of research; spoke with several Expats and Ariel Palmeira was my choice.
Brazil does not have a totalization agreement with the usa. It also does not have a tax treat with the USA. Go to IRS link below to see all countries with US income tax treaties. BRAZIL IS NOT ONE OF THEM. ... Read More
New members of the Brazil forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Brazil forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi Bruno,Welcome! I'm in Eunapolis, Bahia Read More
Prescription Eyeglasses by alan279
I need new prescription eyeglasses. The myriad local optical shops' prices seem high to me. Anyone have a recommendation for an optical shop? What about the online shops?Thanks for any advice.Alan
@alan279I just got my new pair since the last ones lasted 6 years and my vision has changed. I just went to an ophthalmologist who wrote me a prescription. I shopped for lenses because of the frame I bought from the USA. I went to 3 shops and ... Read More
Paying Taxes as an American Contractor in Brazilian by Andrewsoluna
Hi everyone,Recently moved to Porto Seguro, Bahia. Is there any legal way to receive my income into a foreign bank account without it being taxed at end of year?I work for an online company as a Sole Proprietor. Basically, a 1099 contractor. They ...
@AndrewsolunaI am in the process of dealing with my USA and Brazilian taxes right now. I have dual citizenship and moved back to Brazil after 32 years in the USA. Brazil's president passed a new tax law that foreign investments will have to be ... Read More
Adaptation suggestions to heatwaves and weather events in Brazil by Pablo888
Since January of 2024, I have seen several instances of floods and heatwaves in Rio. Here is an example that I saw yesterday -> ...
Hi, I was in Joao Pessoa from Jan 18 to Feb 20th. It was pretty hot. I tried to stay under the shade and used lots of sunscreens and a hat. My beach walk used to be early in the morning. In the afternoon I hung out on the swimming pool shade.One ... Read More
Visa for US citizens by NTXP1836
I am travelling to Brasil next month and I arrive on January 9th the day before the Visa goes into effect. I have already applied for the Visa, but know some people are having trouble with it taking time. My question is, if I arrive on the 9th will ...
Having a delay in the flight might be a problem. Write your question to the Brazilian embassy. They have a portal in English and would usually answer in 48 hours. I've used it 5 times. Make a print of the answer and carry with you on your trip. Read More
asylum on Brazilian airport by dkking
Hi sir , how are you , sir i need some information about Brazil , i am plan to go to Brazil so my point is is that possible to get a asylum on Brazilian airport as soon i arrived ? if yes then can you please guide me little bit ?
Why want assylum *** Not even the nationals get finantial help. Better go to Paraguay which *** provide for the people Read More
Help moving to Brazil to be with my sick civil partner by LiamT
Hi all,Hoping I can get some direction from those more experienced than I am as to what the best course of action will be for me. Here's the salient points of the case:- My partner is a Brazilian national. We entered into a civil partnership when we ...
@billpr What i know for sure: ant document you provide will have to be translated into portuguese and online to the the Brazilianlateoir embassy. Their website is also in English. follow the for what you. you do not need a lawyer to do it. if the ... Read More
Best beach town for young expat to live in long term by freshbatchoflean
Want to stay near a beach with a good atmosphere friendly people and other people around ages 21-35. Looking for some cities I want to visit on my next trip to Brazil in a couple months
Do you have more detail of what you may be looking for? Some safe beach cities with decent nightlife include Florianopolis and Balneario Camboriu as well as some other coastal cities in Santa Catarina. I'm sure there are many others. ... Read More
Entering Brazil as a dual citizen by poseidon72
My son has citizenship in Canada and Switzerland and has both passports. He has always entered as a Canadian and never stayed past his 6 months allowable. Because he likes to go there as often as possible he asked me if he would be allowed to enter ...
@poseidon72 Hi! I have dual citizenship Brasil-USA. Whenever I go to Brazil and come back. I always present both passports. In the USA, they only care about the USA passport (you always enter the citizen's line at immigration). In Brazil, they ... Read More