Brazil, with its diverse culture, growing economy and natural wonders, is fast becoming one of the top immigrations destinations. Since Brazils' immigration policies vary from region to region, you must first decide which one you will move to. Brasilia is the capital with about two million people but Sao Paulo is the largest city with about eighteen million people.
As with any major move, it is expensive. The immigration laws are as diverse as the culture. Before you relocate to Brazil, you'll need to determine which of the five types of visas you qualify for. Start with the reason you're moving to Brazil and that will help you narrow the decision.
Since Portuguese is Brazil's official language, if you don't know it, better start learning now. Here are a couple of phrases to get you started: "Oi, tudo bem?" - "Hello, how are you?" "bom dia" - "Good Morning" "bom tarde" - "Good afternoon" "por favor" - "please" and "obrigado" - "Thanks". You might want to learn some Spanish also.
A few weeks' vacation may give you enough information to finalize your decision to relocate to Brazil but remember if you're in a tourist area, it could very well be vastly different than where you're thinking of living. You'll need to at least, visit the region you're thinking about.
When you've made the decision as to which region you're moving to, start looking for a place to live. Choose carefully, just because the rent is cheap doesn't mean it's a good neighborhood. Until you're better acquainted with the locals, keep a low profile and don't divulge any personal or financial information.
When you relocate to Brazil, one of the first things to do is find a cultural mentor; a local who will help you learn the ins and outs of living in a different culture. Things like proper pronunciation, learning how not to offend someone and how do generally learn a new life.
The lifestyle in Brazil is a bit slower. Treasure it, life here is almost too busy to 'stop and smell the roses'. Enjoy the views of the mountains, beaches or whatever view you have!
Benny Horowitz is a hobbyist traveler that's written dozens of articles on the subject of traveling and relocating to help you when traveling to a foreign country.As with any major move, it is expensive. The immigration laws are as diverse as the culture. Before you relocate to Brazil, you'll need to determine which of the five types of visas you qualify for. Start with the reason you're moving to Brazil and that will help you narrow the decision.
Since Portuguese is Brazil's official language, if you don't know it, better start learning now. Here are a couple of phrases to get you started: "Oi, tudo bem?" - "Hello, how are you?" "bom dia" - "Good Morning" "bom tarde" - "Good afternoon" "por favor" - "please" and "obrigado" - "Thanks". You might want to learn some Spanish also.
A few weeks' vacation may give you enough information to finalize your decision to relocate to Brazil but remember if you're in a tourist area, it could very well be vastly different than where you're thinking of living. You'll need to at least, visit the region you're thinking about.
When you've made the decision as to which region you're moving to, start looking for a place to live. Choose carefully, just because the rent is cheap doesn't mean it's a good neighborhood. Until you're better acquainted with the locals, keep a low profile and don't divulge any personal or financial information.
When you relocate to Brazil, one of the first things to do is find a cultural mentor; a local who will help you learn the ins and outs of living in a different culture. Things like proper pronunciation, learning how not to offend someone and how do generally learn a new life.
The lifestyle in Brazil is a bit slower. Treasure it, life here is almost too busy to 'stop and smell the roses'. Enjoy the views of the mountains, beaches or whatever view you have!
