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Brazil

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Americas — Expat guide for moving and living abroad

Overview

Capital

Brasilia

Currency

BRL

Continent

Americas

Entry requirements

Check if your passport needs a visa for Brazil.

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Popular passport access to Brazil

Passport Status Max Stay
United States Visa Free 90 days
Austria Visa Free 90 days
Belgium Visa Free 90 days
Bulgaria Visa Free 90 days
Croatia Visa Free 90 days
Cyprus Visa Free 90 days
Czechia Visa Free 90 days
Denmark Visa Free 90 days
Estonia Visa Free 90 days
Finland Visa Free 90 days

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Monthly costs

São Paulo

Rent (center)

550 USD/mo

Groceries

280 USD/mo

Transport

40 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

960 USD/mo

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Work Permits

Brazil offers a Digital Nomad / Freelance visa option.

  • Temporary Visa V (Work)

    Duration: 2 years, renewable

    Employment-based, requires Brazilian job offer

  • Digital Nomad Visa (VITEM XIV)

    Duration: 1 year, renewable

    Remote workers with min USD 1,500/month

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

0% – 28%

Social Security (Employee)

0.075%

Annual thresholds in BRL. Digital Nomad Visa available.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in BRL with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

Travel and health insurance for your move to Brazil.

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