Expat Advice: Moving to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Share Your Experiences Moving Overseas

What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Rio de Janeiro

Name three things that you wish you had brought and three you wish you had left at home.

Brought: A bank card that works, more dresses a kettle

Left: some shoes

International Moving Quotes

What advice would you give someone preparing to move to your area about the actual move, choosing a neighborhood and finding a home?

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What type of housing do you live in? Is this typical for most expats in your area?

I live in an apartment, no I don't think its typical most live in hostels or share with other students.

How did you choose your neighborhood and find your home or apartment?

My friend hooked me up with an apartment in Copacabana.

Are your housing costs higher or lower than they were in your home country? What is the average cost of housing there?

Housing costs are expensive, I don't know much about it though, but cheaper than London.

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