expat5000
American expat in Brazil
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Registration: 05 April 2023
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us citizen overstayed tourist visa while in Brazil by Jeriloving33
I'm a US citizen that overstayed my tourist visa. My fiancé is Brazilian. He and I tried to get married here but I didn't have all the appropriate documents. I'm planning to return to the US voluntarily. Is there any precautions I should take ...
@Jeriloving33I would completely disregard what the idiots at Latam said. They are foolish on this subject and frankly giving horrible advice and causing unwarranted fear. I overstayed recently by 9 months or so. It's 100% handled by immigration ... Read More
us citizen overstayed tourist visa while in Brazil by Jeriloving33
I'm a US citizen that overstayed my tourist visa. My fiancé is Brazilian. He and I tried to get married here but I didn't have all the appropriate documents. I'm planning to return to the US voluntarily. Is there any precautions I should take ...
What annoys you about Brazil? by Peter Itamaraca
We all know that Brazil has a fantastic climate, a very low comparable cost of living, friendly laid-back people and amazing beaches and nature. But what really gets your goat, as this might help people considering moving here? Some examples might ...
@abthree Yeah just what I thought. You cant have an adult conversation without personal attacks. Typical of somebody that has no clue. You need to grow up. I stand by my claims. 27% in taxes for those working at companies. EOM. Read More
What annoys you about Brazil? by Peter Itamaraca
We all know that Brazil has a fantastic climate, a very low comparable cost of living, friendly laid-back people and amazing beaches and nature. But what really gets your goat, as this might help people considering moving here? Some examples might ...
@Peter Itamaraca 12k reis monthly. Come on you know this. Read More
What annoys you about Brazil? by Peter Itamaraca
We all know that Brazil has a fantastic climate, a very low comparable cost of living, friendly laid-back people and amazing beaches and nature. But what really gets your goat, as this might help people considering moving here? Some examples might ...
@abthree I know for a FACT that these professionals pay 27% on their taxes on a salary of 12k. They don't lie and complain all the time. For a fact. It's insulting for you to assume I'm incorrect. There is one caveat. If you are self-employed you ... Read More
What annoys you about Brazil? by Peter Itamaraca
We all know that Brazil has a fantastic climate, a very low comparable cost of living, friendly laid-back people and amazing beaches and nature. But what really gets your goat, as this might help people considering moving here? Some examples might ...
@Peter Itamaraca Nope! Corruption is everywhere but in Brazil it's on another level but one thing you choose to overlook is the fact that if you are a professional in the USA you can live well, sometimes very well depending. NOT in BRAZIL. let that ... Read More
What annoys you about Brazil? by Peter Itamaraca
We all know that Brazil has a fantastic climate, a very low comparable cost of living, friendly laid-back people and amazing beaches and nature. But what really gets your goat, as this might help people considering moving here? Some examples might ...
@sprealestatebroker Your view about the upper Elite Brazilians is more forth right than I view. I saw enough, heard enough to see that No, farmer, baker, furniture seller of even construction guy is able to afford the massive wealth I saw in Sao ... Read More
What annoys you about Brazil? by Peter Itamaraca
We all know that Brazil has a fantastic climate, a very low comparable cost of living, friendly laid-back people and amazing beaches and nature. But what really gets your goat, as this might help people considering moving here? Some examples might ...
Lack of English even though 99% of them listen to English songs, movies and tv shows and LOVE Disney World LOLHowever the Big one is the massive divide of the Rich Vs poor. I'd go so far to say that 95% of People are poor and 5 % are MEGA RICH. This ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil 2023 by Pablo888
Not sure whether there is thread on this as there should be a lot to say about that...For expats who are deciding to move, there are several considerations:Rent vs buyExpensesIncome and how to treat thoseWhat to keep in reserve for emergenciesAnd ...
@abthreeCan't deny what you said isn't true. In fact I already did get tired of it, that's why I left. Like I said, brazil is to visit or I guess retire in the north or the interior in a tiny cheap town{ the majority here have said this} or short ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil 2023 by Pablo888
Not sure whether there is thread on this as there should be a lot to say about that...For expats who are deciding to move, there are several considerations:Rent vs buyExpensesIncome and how to treat thoseWhat to keep in reserve for emergenciesAnd ...
The USA GOV and the FED has absolutely destroyed the housing affordability. Along with the FED the American people are obsessed with housing on a level that is quite unhealthy.Buying a Home in the USA is still not bad compared income relativity ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil 2023 by Pablo888
Not sure whether there is thread on this as there should be a lot to say about that...For expats who are deciding to move, there are several considerations:Rent vs buyExpensesIncome and how to treat thoseWhat to keep in reserve for emergenciesAnd ...
@Gasparzinho 777 NO I do not engage with Expats as they usually never think like me and it's best left alone. There are alot of hippie type expats that quite frankly kinda disgust me. I avoid Expats. No offense to anyone here mind you. While in ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil 2023 by Pablo888
Not sure whether there is thread on this as there should be a lot to say about that...For expats who are deciding to move, there are several considerations:Rent vs buyExpensesIncome and how to treat thoseWhat to keep in reserve for emergenciesAnd ...
@Gasparzinho 777 Oh NO I despise Miami as it's Fake and people are not friendly like Brazil. Big difference. The Brazilans I know have great families in Brazil, Know English and like a great lifestyle. Please don't confuse great lifestyle with Miami ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil 2023 by Pablo888
Not sure whether there is thread on this as there should be a lot to say about that...For expats who are deciding to move, there are several considerations:Rent vs buyExpensesIncome and how to treat thoseWhat to keep in reserve for emergenciesAnd ...
@abthree"There was live music, and while the musician's name really WAS Rodrigo" LOL Just wait until he gets home LOL ...you know I'm just kidding about those guys. Brazilian people are probably the most friendly I have ever encountered around the ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil 2023 by Pablo888
Not sure whether there is thread on this as there should be a lot to say about that...For expats who are deciding to move, there are several considerations:Rent vs buyExpensesIncome and how to treat thoseWhat to keep in reserve for emergenciesAnd ...
@Peter Itamaraca You cooked at home. What does this prove? Your friends are going to think just like you. This is why they are your friends. I wouldn't expect anything less, even if they disagree with you. The prices compared to the USA are not ... Read More
Cost of living in Brazil 2023 by Pablo888
Not sure whether there is thread on this as there should be a lot to say about that...For expats who are deciding to move, there are several considerations:Rent vs buyExpensesIncome and how to treat thoseWhat to keep in reserve for emergenciesAnd ...
Well, I'm starting to see a trend here for having a different opinion. Anything that doesn't agree with the narrative of rah, rah, everything is wonderful blah blah.... is considered dumb and foolish. Surprised by this turn of events. Most of you ... Read More