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How to Rent an Apartment in Brazil as a Foreigner (2026 Guide)

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Finding an apartment in Brazil is completely open to foreigners — the Lei do Inquilinato gives you the same rights as any Brazilian tenant....

PIX, Boletos and How Payments Actually Work in Brazil: A Guide for Expats

Brazil
Brazil's payment system is unlike anywhere else you've lived. PIX has replaced cash, boletos are how bills work, and credit cards come with interest-free installments. This guide explains every payment method you'll encounter and...

Getting a Brazilian Phone Plan: Claro vs. Vivo vs. TIM for Expats and Tourists

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A Brazilian phone number isn't just for calls — it's your key to WhatsApp (how Brazil communicates), bank verifications, PIX registration, delivery apps, and...

How to Open a Bank Account in Brazil as a Foreigner

Brazil
Opening a bank account is one of the first things you'll do after getting...

CPF Registration Guide: Everything Foreigners Need to Know in...

Brazil
The Cadastro de Pessoa Física (CPF) is the single most important number you'll need as a foreign resident in...

Visa Rules Are Shifting Before 2026, And The Real Change Is Friction

Brazil
Key Points No wave of new bans. The risk is tighter procedures and holiday backlogs. New Zealand will cap seasonal-worker housing charges from April...

Brazil Weighs Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Tourists After China Opened the Door

Key Points China now lets Brazilians enter visa-free for up to 30 days through December 31, 2026; Brazil is...

Why Brazil’s Record Tourist Numbers Still Fall Short Of Its Real Potential

Brazil is suddenly one of the world’s fastest-rising holiday destinations. Between January and September 2025, international arrivals jumped about...

How to Prove Financial Support with Form I-134 for Visa Applicants

Brazil
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How to stay connected to the Internet while visiting Brazil?

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - When visiting any country, staying connected to the internet has...

How a Brasilia Facebook Forum became the glue that holds together the expat community

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - A reimagined town square that fosters community as a safe haven and a well...

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