Before moving to Brazil, there are a lot of things you need to consider, the most important right now being the need to be vigilant against the Zika Virus. If you are planning on moving to the country to start a new life, it is recommended you put starting a family on hold, due to the high risk of the child developing the illness. If you are determined to relocate to Brazil though, make sure besides packing a lot of Mosquito nets and repellent, you cover the basics such as finding a good estate agent and a good property lawyer.
Brazil’s cities are densely populated. As a result of heavy congestion; it is advised that you live close to your place of work to save you time and money when commuting. It is also highly advisable to live in parts of the country where a lot of UK expats have settled themselves, just in case your Portuguese isn’t quite up to scratch. Being around people with whom you share a common connection can also help integration as they can show you around whichever City you are in. The following destinations are the most popular for UK expats:
Ceará
While widely believed to be one of the poorer states in Brazil, Ceará still has a lot to offer people moving there from the UK. For example, Cumbuco beach in the municipality of Caucaia, is a favourite spot with kite-surfers across the world. Fortaleza is the country's fourth most populous city and the state capital. Pinto Martins airport accepts from Europe, as well as North and Central America.
Besides international flights, there is a thriving transport network in Fortaleza, with a subway, numerous bus stations, and sea ports. The city played host to matches during the 2013 Confederations Cup and the 2014 World Cup.
The town of Sao Goncalo do Amarante nearby is famous for its fallic-shaped cakes, which act as fertility symbols.
Rio Grande do Norte
Rio Grande do Norte is full of white, sandy beaches, including that of Ponta Negra. Genipabu is famous for its fixed white sand dunes and for the ‘Cliff of Dolphins’ (Morro do Careca) in Tabatinga.
The municipality of Natal is a favourite with expats, while tourism is its most lucrative industry, attracting Europeans, Americans and Brazilians alike. Natal is easily accessible and continues to receive enormous investment from overseas. The cashew industry thrives here. In fact, Natal is home to the world’s largest cashew tree.
São Paulo
The capital of the state São Paulo is the city of the same name. The state is among the most heavily populated and wealthy in the world. As an expat, you can enjoy a vibrant lifestyle, with plenty of clubs, bars, and restaurants to keep you busy - provided you have the funds.
Indeed, the cost of living in São Paulo is very high. So if you plan on moving here from the UK, we advise that you make sure you have a salary to offset this. The exchange rate from Pounds Sterling to Brazilian Real is quite strong though (Currently £1 buys you 5 Real – as of May 2016) and so if you are struggling to gather enough initial funds, a quick house sale from a firm like Property Rescue could help you out massively.
Rio de Janeiro
Despite being a very large city and a major business hub, Rio de Janeiro offers expats a more relaxed lifestyle than other places in Brazil. What’s more, it stays hot all year round and is full of stunning beaches. As a popular tourist destination, locals are used to hosting foreigners and are generally warm and welcoming to newcomers. If you have children the large number international schools in the city cater well for those who have not yet learned Portuguese.
However, crime rates are very high, with theft extremely common and so you may want to bear this in mind before moving. Furthermore, the city is densely populated and space is therefore at a premium. In terms of value for money, you have to ask yourself do you really want to live here. It is a stunning location but there are downsides.
Whichever location you choose to relocate to, whether it be one from this list or another, Brazil is a beautiful country to spend the rest of your life living in.
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