Your life in Brazil starts here
Make your move to Brazil
Beaches, forests and an easygoing pace come with a low cost of living and very affordable property. Well-established routes for remote workers and retirees offer a way in, and dual citizenship is permitted.
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At a glance
Brazil, in brief.
How Brazil compares with the 80+ destinations we cover. Brazil ranks among the best for property affordability (17th of 75) and visa ease (19th of 81) and cost of living (22nd of 77).
Compare destinations- Cost of living
- Low
- Property
- Very affordable
- Healthcare
- Basic
- Safety
- Higher risk
- Climate
- Warm (~21°C)
- English
- Limited
- Expat community
- Minimal
Nomad $1,500/mo or retiree $2,000/mo, dual
Worldwide, 27.5% top, no US treaty
Life in Brazil
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Your move plan
Brazil, one step at a time.
Thirteen steps, in the order most people tackle them. Each one links to the guide that walks you through it.
- 01Check which visa fits your moveRead the guide : Check which visa fits your move
- 02Work out your monthly budgetRead the guide : Work out your monthly budget
- 03Arrange health cover for your moveRead the guide : Arrange health cover for your move
- 04Understand how the health system worksRead the guide : Understand how the health system works
- 05Bring your pet, if you have oneRead the guide : Bring your pet, if you have one
- 06Find somewhere to rentRead the guide : Find somewhere to rent
- 07Open a local bank accountRead the guide : Open a local bank account
- 08Know your residency steps after you arriveRead the guide : Know your residency steps after you arrive
- 09Find a doctorRead the guide : Find a doctor
- 10Understand your tax positionRead the guide : Understand your tax position
- 11Sort out your driving licenceRead the guide : Sort out your driving licence
- 12Set up a phone and internetRead the guide : Set up a phone and internet
- 13Plan schools, if you're moving with childrenRead the guide : Plan schools, if you're moving with children
Plan your move
Answers for your move.
Free tools that turn big questions about Brazil into clear answers.
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- Compare cost of livingWhat your money is worth in Brazil.01
- Check retirement affordabilityWhere your pension clears the requirement.02
- Find visa optionsEvery route you could qualify for.03
- Get moving quotesUp to five free quotes from international movers.04
- Compare money transfer ratesFor large international transfers.05
The complete picture
The Brazil moving guide.
54 guides, from your visa to finding a vet. Start with the three most people need first.
Moving guide sponsored by- Start here · 01
Visas
Which visa fits your move, and how to apply.
- Start here · 02
Residency
Your residence permit, from first stay to long term.
- Start here · 03
Banking
Opening an account and moving money.
Visas, residency and work
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Healthcare
7
Buying property
5
Health and wellbeing
8
Travel and transport
5
Driving and cars
5
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Real people who made the move.
People who built a life in Brazil share what surprised them, what helped and what they'd do again. All Brazil stories
- Sao Paulo
Mat
Hey everyone, my name is Mat, and I spent the first 29 years of my life residing in my home country, England,…
- Formiga (Minas Gerais)
Shawn Muller
My name is Shawn Muller and I am 37 years old, I am originally from Port St. Lucie, Florida. I went on…
- Brasilia
Sharon F
My name is Sharon F. and my family and I currently live in the metro DC area, but originally we are from…
Fresh from Brazil
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