Relocating to Brazil with Débora Maria

Débora provides valuable insights into the complexities of relocating to Brazil and highlights the importance of thorough preparation for a successful transition. The conversation covers:

• ⁠The complexities of moving to Brazil, including navigating visas, work permissions, and paperwork, all of which can take several months.

• ⁠⁠Débora shares what companies relocating workers should consider when selecting individuals to relocate and how to ensure a smooth landing for them.

• The visa application process and emphasizes the importance of financial preparation and tax considerations.

• Destination services, such as finding housing and schools, which are crucial for families relocating to Brazil.

• Unique requirements in Brazil, such as the need for a CPF (tax identification number).

• Débora talks about what Brazilians say versus what they mean, read more on that here: https://www.economist.com/johnson/2013/05/24/portuguese-for-the-perplexed

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