Living in Brazil - Moving to Brazil - Working in Brazil

The rivers and rainforests of the Amazon, the rich biodiversity, the fun-loving culture of Rio, the seemingly endless miles of beaches -- these and more make up the allure of the South American superstar that is Brazil. People who are considering moving to Brazil -- or even those who already live there -- will surely learn something new from the expat interviews featured here. They share what it's like for them living in Brazil, working in Brazil, their interactions with the Brazilians, and many other things they've seen and experienced there as expats.

Isn't this what everyone dreams of? Living by the beach in Rio de Janeiro?

Originally British, but becoming Brazilian -- that's how Natasha describes herself. She has been living with her family in Brazil for four years, most recently in Rio de Janeiro, a cosmopolitan, multicultural city that's full of things to do. She describes her expat life there and gives tips on things like the cost of living and speaking the language.
 
 

An American in Bahia, Brazil

Brazil has a magical pull on American expat Michael, who lives in the city of Salvador in Bahia. Here he gives very useful information on topics like what it costs to live in Brazil, employment opportunities (or lack thereof), and learning to speak the local language. Life in Brazil, and Bahia in particular, is an emotional roller coaster for him, and he's loving every minute of it.
 
 

Creating a new life in Porto Alegre, Brazil

This American expat who goes by the name Loquinha Gauchinha has lived outside the United States before, but Brazil, where she's located now, has found a place in her heart. She describes here the joys and challenges she experiences living in Brazil, as well as some aspects of her expat life in a not-so-prominent city in the southern part of the country.
 
 

The Adventures of a New York Girl Living in Rio de Janeiro

Earlier visits to South American nations - especially Brazil - made a profound impression on American expat Rachel. She fell deeply in love with the country, as well with a Brazilian, and now lives with him in Rio de Janeiro. This young American expat gives us a rundown on her career in Rio, her opinions about the locals, and the ups and downs of living in Brazil.
 
 

What is life like as a freelance writer in Maringá, Brazil? Lori explains..

American expats Lori and her husband have been living in Maringá, Brazil for the past year, where she works as a freelance writer. Here she shares what living in a small Brazilian city is like for two foreigners, clears up some misconceptions about the cost of goods in Brazil, and offers advice regarding how things are done locally.
 
 

Eyes On Brazil - The Brazil You Didn't Know

Twice an ex-expat and perhaps an expat-to-be once more is what American man Adam is, having lived in Brazil a few years ago and having moved back there again in late 2009. From his words it's evident just how much Adam appreciates and loves Brazil. Here he shares some of his expat experiences and observations about living in Brazil.
 
 

Daily Life in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Carnival, carousing, beaches, the fun life - these are all what come to mind at the mention of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. It's all that and more, as this Canadian expat shares with us. Living in Rio with her husband, she describes the friendliness of the locals and gives helpful tips on some of the practical aspects of moving to Rio.
 
 

Retired American expat Steven talks about living in Brazil with his family

 

Steven Alexander

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