omrider24
7/28/2014 16:25 EST
Hello, I am hoping someone can help me.. I have been in Brazil for 8 weeks and I'm running low on my thyroid meds and another med for my autoimmune condition. These meds are not available in Brazil in the dosage I require..I have a Brazilian friend that is a doctor and he wrote me the prescriptions in Portuguese and of course I have the prescriptions already in English...my father in the USA, is having a terrible time trying to figure out how to get these meds to me legally and safely, without customs hassle...we are willing to pay for fast shipping and security.. I also was wondering what is best method to receive another small package with vitamins and supplements, and a few small clothes items...what is best way to avoid huge tax?? I've heard people say that using USPS is better than fedex, but much slower?? I need the meds quickly, but the vitamins I can wait a little. I will be in Brasilia to receive these items. thanks so much for any help!!! :) muito obrigado!
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Amelaroz
7/30/2014 17:44 EST
Hi, sorry I can't be of help! We have a few things in common! I have been here for about the same amount of time as you (Campinas) And have the same problem. I brought a bunch of meds with me but will soon run out! I also have an autoimmune illness and take Humira which costs quite alot! If you discover anything before I do please let me know, and of course I will do the same!
Pamela
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rodhoff
8/19/2014 20:10 EST
Hello Folks,
As far as I know, taxes for medications sent from person to person (that is, no companies involved) have 0% of taxes applied to it. From what I`ve seen, you`ll only have to present the medical prescription.
I have found the information on this document that`s located on the brazilian mail website:
http://www.correios.com.br/para-voce/correios-de-a-a-z/pdf/importa-facil/Imunidades_e_Isencoes_Tributarias.pdf
As for other goods, packs person-to-person costing less than US$ 50 will not be taxed either.
The website above (correios.com.br - in portuguese) probably will contain additional information, but I guess those are the main baselines.
Hope it helps! :-)
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gyrogearloose99
6/3/2016 11:53 EST
Does anyone have CURRENT information on how Veterans receive prescription VA Meds in Brasil?? Please advise.. thanks
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Sayhey
6/4/2016 23:44 EST
While in FL a couple of years ago, I asked a VA rep about having my meds sent to me in my home in Campinas. I was told that the VA does NOT ship meds out of the U.S. I will be going back to the states in a month or two to follow up. Hopefully I can get the meds sent to a friend's address in the U.S. who will then forward to me. The cost and unavailability of necessary medication (as well as supplements) is outrageously expensive for a retiree living off of Soc. Security and a small VA Disability payment. Health insurance is also quite a bit more than we'd originally expected. I'll post a reply when I return from the states.
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