Expat Guide to Living in Rio de Janeiro

Whether you're already living in Rio de Janeiro or preparing to move to Rio de Janeiro, our Expat Guide to Living in Brazil offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Rio de Janeiro. For answers to specific questions, visit our Brazil Forum to talk with expats in Rio de Janeiro.

More Culture Shock Reports for Rio de Janeiro

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Rio de Janeiro handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Rio de Janeiro:

Culture Shock in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Culture Shock in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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More Living in Rio de Janeiro Reports

What are people's priorities in Rio de Janeiro - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Rio de Janeiro:

Living in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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More Moving to Rio de Janeiro Reports

What should you take with you when you move to Rio de Janeiro? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Rio de Janeiro? Below are some of the responses from expats in Rio de Janeiro:

Moving to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Reviews of Schools in Rio de Janeiro

Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Rio de Janeiro. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Rio de Janeiro:

Escola Bloom in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

American School of Rio de Janeiro in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Rio de Janeiro. If you are already living in Rio de Janeiro, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Rio de Janeiro by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

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Having a Baby in Rio de Janeiro Reports

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Rio de Janeiro? Below are some of the reports from expats in Rio de Janeiro:

Having a Baby in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Rio de Janeiro? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Rio de Janeiro? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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Expats Talk About The Biggest Challenges They Face Living in Latin America

Expats talk about some of the biggest challenges they've faced living in Latin America. Whether you're moving to Panama City or Punta del Este, this article is a must read to help you prepare (hint: you'll be much happier if you learn the language) and adjust your expectations (realities: the roads are rough, the pace of life is slower and bureaucracy is unavoidable). Despite all of the challenges, the list of what expats like about life in Latin America far exceeds the challenges.

Healthcare in Brazil

Expats in Brazil are able to get excellent health care in and many of the larger cities in Brazil. There is national health care available, but expats still strongly recommend private health insurance while living in Brazil.

An Expat Shares What it's Like Retiring in Taiba, Brazil

Eight years ago, a British couple bought a small farm that's a few minutes from the beach and settled into retirement in Brazil. They have great tips for newcomers about finances, renting vs. buying and learning the language.

An Expat Talks about Moving to Praia de Pipa, Brazil

An American couple extensively researched and visited properties buying a place in Praia de Pipa, Brazil. They share great tips for anyone following in their footsteps about the property buying process and moving to Brazil.