Living in Brazil

[Sunset]

Does anyone have names / locations of any gyms in Copa? Looking both for my own workout purposes and to pick up hotties.

Thanks!

My favorite is OX in Leme on Gustavo Sampairo. Gyms in Rio tend to be extremely expensive, but you can get month to month memberships. BodyTech is ultra expensive.

[Sunset]

I've had a permanent visa since 1997. I understand that: "Permanent visas are automatically voided if the visa holder stays out of Brazil for 24 consecutive months." I am currently in the USA. I was last in Brazil on Oct. 22,2014.

Can someone with experience please tell me: Until what date can I return to Brazil without having my visa voided?

October 21, or Oct. 22,2016 would be the obvious answer, but the Polica Federal may have a different way of calculating. Got to make reservations. Thanks.

[Rodeo9112]

Does anyone have names / locations of any gyms in Copa? Looking both for my own workout purposes and to pick up hotties.

Thanks!

[BackDoorD]

Yep, looked it up and saw what I need to do for the RNE. Glad I did. Looks like it has to be done within 30 days of entry, which means if I enter on a permanent visa and don't register, that could make problems upon the next trip. Any ideas on the easiest way to produce a "proof of address"?

The easiest way to obtain proof of address is to have a resident provide a notarized declaration that you live with them. I did this before I bought a place 5 years ago. Worked to get an account at Itau.

Barring a declaration, you'd need either a term apartment rental contract (in Portuguese) or a proof of purchase on your own place.

[Rodeo9112]

So, the RNE is different from the CPF I take it? So far, working through the consulate has been pretty straightforward. I wonder if I can apply / obtain the RNE through the consulate. What exactly is the RNE and is it necessary? I guess I can research that. Perhaps I can rent a chica (or a fluent expat) to go with me to translate to get through the PO box headache and that will enable getting the bank account.

Thanks for the insight brother!

Yep, looked it up and saw what I need to do for the RNE. Glad I did. Looks like it has to be done within 30 days of entry, which means if I enter on a permanent visa and don't register, that could make problems upon the next trip. Any ideas on the easiest way to produce a "proof of address"?

[Rodeo9112]

It is possible to rent a post office box at any post office (Correios in Rio), (https://www.correios.com.br/para-voc...z/caixa-postal). The instructions note that you need a letter from your employer, but as you're on a retiree visa, it may be easier. Don't expect anyone at the post office to speak a word of English and expect this process to make you want to commit suicide. Also, be prepared for a colossal ball ache trying to open a bank account. Takes 3 - 6 months, and you'll often need proof of address in order to sort that out.

If you're planning on moving to Brazil, you're going to need someone to help you sort out all of the general admin work, as it's a f*ing nightmare. Having an RNE (registered foreign national card) will help, but even after you're approved for residence it takes an eternity to get one (mine took 8 months).

Don't expect anything to happen quickly, and don't expect common sense to prevail (ever), and you'll be fine.

So, the RNE is different from the CPF I take it? So far, working through the consulate has been pretty straightforward. I wonder if I can apply / obtain the RNE through the consulate. What exactly is the RNE and is it necessary? I guess I can research that. Perhaps I can rent a chica (or a fluent expat) to go with me to translate to get through the PO box headache and that will enable getting the bank account.

Thanks for the insight brother!

[BackDoorD]

Today, I went into the Consulate of Brazil and submitted the form for my CPF so I can open a bank account when I arrive in August. I should be submitting for my Perm Residence visa next week.

So, my question is, short of buying or renting property, how can I get a Brazilian address that will receive domestic and US mailings? Do the post offices have boxes for rent? Are there other mail services that would fit the bill?

Thanks in advance!

It is possible to rent a post office box at any post office (Correios in Rio), (https://www.correios.com.br/para-voc...z/caixa-postal). The instructions note that you need a letter from your employer, but as you're on a retiree visa, it may be easier. Don't expect anyone at the post office to speak a word of English and expect this process to make you want to commit suicide. Also, be prepared for a colossal ball ache trying to open a bank account. Takes 3 - 6 months, and you'll often need proof of address in order to sort that out.

If you're planning on moving to Brazil, you're going to need someone to help you sort out all of the general admin work, as it's a f*ing nightmare. Having an RNE (registered foreign national card) will help, but even after you're approved for residence it takes an eternity to get one (mine took 8 months).

Don't expect anything to happen quickly, and don't expect common sense to prevail (ever), and you'll be fine.

[Rodeo9112]

Yesterday (Wednesday), I submitted my application to the Brazilian Consulate for the Permanent Visa for Retirement. The Consular Officer said it should be done in 3 to 5 business days! The website says 2-3 months. We'll see what happens. I'll check up on the status on late Monday to see if there's any progress.

[Rodeo9112]

Today, I went into the Consulate of Brazil and submitted the form for my CPF so I can open a bank account when I arrive in August. I should be submitting for my Perm Residence visa next week.

So, my question is, short of buying or renting property, how can I get a Brazilian address that will receive domestic and US mailings? Do the post offices have boxes for rent? Are there other mail services that would fit the bill?

Thanks in advance!

[Exec Talent]

I have been to Ecuador and Argentina, and am about to go to Brazil for the first time, and I have a politically incorrect question about dogshit on the streets. What inspires my question is some random observations from past travels in South America.

An observation I made in Ecuador is that Quito doesn't have any such problems, but the beach villages of Ecuador absolutely do. The beaches are not as ritzy as Quito, but are certainly more loved.

Another observation, in Buenos Aires, San Telmo has a VERY bad VERY annoying problem, but Puerto Madero does not. San Telmo is considered to be ritzy as far as the locals are concerned, but not as ritzy as Puerto Madero.

So using this logic, should I physically prepare myself for 3 weeks of nonstop hopscotch on the streets of Ipanema?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eY7ZX6ngOSs

Unfortunately, you will come across it even in the best neighborhoods. Over the years, more Brazilians have started picking up after their dogs, but there still some wild dogs and those who don't. When walking around Rio, I still have the habit of looking down to make sure I don't step in it.

From time to time you also may encounter a shit-slinger. Guys who sneak up behind you as you are walking in front of the kiosks along the beach and throw grease on your shoes in hopes you will pay them to clean it off. Just when you think they have gone away for good, they strike. Just be on the lookout for kids with shoe shine boxes.

[ShawMan74]

I have been to Ecuador and Argentina, and am about to go to Brazil for the first time, and I have a politically incorrect question about dogshit on the streets. What inspires my question is some random observations from past travels in South America.

An observation I made in Ecuador is that Quito doesn't have any such problems, but the beach villages of Ecuador absolutely do. The beaches are not as ritzy as Quito, but are certainly more loved.

Another observation, in Buenos Aires, San Telmo has a VERY bad VERY annoying problem, but Puerto Madero does not. San Telmo is considered to be ritzy as far as the locals are concerned, but not as ritzy as Puerto Madero.

So using this logic, should I physically prepare myself for 3 weeks of nonstop hopscotch on the streets of Ipanema?

[MarianoRiv]

Pearls Negras: Alice - 17, Marianna - 16, Jennifer - 16.

Haha, yeah, "not advised," indeed! I couldn't imagine even attending that show. Well, maybe if I was 17 or 18 or so.

[Exec Talent]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAisOJvLLU8
The 3 "pearls negras" in the video had me thinking, Triplo?

Pearls Negras: Alice - 17, Marianna - 16, Jennifer - 16.

[PatmarBeleza1]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAisOJvLLU8

I figured I had a confirmed Sperto sighting in the "Garoto" in the above video. Since Sperto identified the best prive talent for a very fun run of about 6 back to back duplas with a nice mulata last year.

The 3 "pearls negras" in the video had me thinking, Triplo?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BDY9PjRHIY

I saw this band down in POA, in between pernoite sex with a 25 year old -- which tells you what the GDP you are chasing actually does on her Saturday nights at 2 AM -- goes to electronic music / funk, and dances her bundinha off. In fact, I was at the concert in the video above in the lower left hand corner dancing with her.

I thought so too. I thought you were being sarcastic. Maybe I should take a break.

Tchau.

[Sperto]

First of all they were running in packs of 25 + through busses at nossa and down Ipanema beach scoping out victims and also down the boardwalk by Copa taking what they could-security guards had the batons ready in the doorways on nossa-take my word for it-its real. Weekends especially.

Mass robberies on Sundays in Copacabana is nothing new, specially closed to the metro stations. Young people from Zona Norte heading back home and takes the opportunity to mug some innocent people.

I guess some gringos imagine that all young non-white kids without T-shirts are bandits.