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.
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.
Submit a Dream vs. Reality ReportRetiring 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.
Submit a Retire Abroad ReportWhat'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 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.
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.
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 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.
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