
Expats in Sao Paulo find themselves living in one of the most important cities in South America. Technology, finance, and services drive its economy, and that of Brazil as a nation. Influences from all over the world have shaped its culture.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000. Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Some of Joshua's more popular articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and 5 Best Places to Live in Spain. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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Guide to Living in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Sao Paulo, Brazil: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Sao Paulo
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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.
Expats offer advice about everything you need to know before moving to Sao Paulo: what to bring (and what to leave behind), how to find housing and more.
Expats share their experiences living in Sao Paulo, Brazil and offer advice about meeting people, schools and more.
I am sorry to say that after 14 years in Brazil my advise would be don't move, please reconsider. I have grown to love Brazil but the prices, lack of infrastructure, noise, traffic and now protests and violence have taken their toll.
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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.
Expats in Sao Paulo find themselves living in one of the most important cities in South America. Technology, finance, and services drive its economy, and that of Brazil as a nation. Influences from all over the world have shaped its culture.
Expats LOVE Florianopolis, Brazil for it's breathtaking beaches and safe neighborhoods. Plus, it's a great place to raise kids. Unfortunately, the cost of living and limited job opportunities can be challenging.
Excellent article. This is information that I can use. Nice job Joshua. When I go to a new country, I already am wearing my rose-colored glasses. I need to see and hear the truth. People thinking of relocating to countries like this need to hear these things and insights. The feel-good stuff is easy to find. Thanks.
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Sao Paulo, Brazil: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Sao Paulo
Brazil Forum
Meet other people living in Sao Paulo.
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.
Expats offer advice about everything you need to know before moving to Sao Paulo: what to bring (and what to leave behind), how to find housing and more.
Expats share their experiences living in Sao Paulo, Brazil and offer advice about meeting people, schools and more.
Contribute
Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Sao Paulo.
I am sorry to say that after 14 years in Brazil my advise would be don't move, please reconsider. I have grown to love Brazil but the prices, lack of infrastructure, noise, traffic and now protests and violence have taken their toll.
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