An Expat Talks about Retiring in Jacumá, Conde, Paraiba, Brazil

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

Jacumá, Conde, Paraiba

Why did you choose to retire abroad?

Cost of living and life style

Are you retired abroad all year or part of the year?

All year - 32 years

Why did you choose the country you retired to?

Cost of living and life style

Did you ever live abroad before you retired abroad?

Yes ... years and years

How long have you lived abroad since you retired abroad?

32 years

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How many countries (other than your home country) have you lived in as a retiree?

5

What have been the most challenging aspects of being retired abroad?

Challenging - nothing

What have been the most rewarding aspects of being retired abroad?

Cost of living and life style

What would you do differently if you were just starting the retire abroad process?

Do it earlier

What is life like for a retiree in your city and its surroundings? (Is there an active expat community? Cultural Attractions? Recreation? Nightlife?)

Great ...yes ... lots of expats here. Cultural ... mostly music shows ... recreation, the beaches, parties, clubs ... night life, same

What residency documents or visas did you need to obtain to retire in your host country? How difficult was this process? (Please describe)

Permanent visa ... bit complicated unless you are married and have a Brazilian child

Did you buy a home or apartment, or rent one? Is this a difficult process? (Please describe)

Renting ... house with a huge lot (garden)... US$ 340 per month

Financially, has living abroad in your host country met your expectations? Exceeded them?

Yes ... met ... maybe not exceeded

What are the most important financial considerations for retiring to your host country?

Cost of living and life style ... but the devalued dollar has caused problems

How much can a retiree live on comfortably in your host country?

US$ 800 - 1,100 +/-

Do you have access to quality medical care? (Please describe - is it close? Expensive?)

Government health care is fine

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Is there a lot of crime where you live? (Please describe)

Not here if you take care ... rural. Only in the big cities

Describe available transportation where you live. Do you need a car? Is there access to safe public transportation?

Old folks ... seniors ride the buses for free ... fairly decent system. I do have a car but ride the bus mostly.

Is there high-speed internet access where you live?

Yes

Do you have any other thoughts you would like to share about retiring abroad?

Just do it ... quit wasting time ... I'm happy.