Living in Brazil Questions

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• Which visa do I need to work legally in Brazil?
  
  To teach legally in Brazil you need to have a working visa. However due to the expense and hassle for employers to get these it’s very unlikely that any school will sponsor you for one initially. As such, most teachers come into the count...
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• What is the cost of living like in Brazil?
  
   Living in Brazil is very reasonable indeed. Housing will be your biggest spend per month, with around 500-1,000BRL of your salary going towards rent, depending on where you’re living. Food meanwhile is very cheap, at around 25BRL fo...
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• What is the standard of accommodation like in Brazil?
  
  Most teachers in Brazil live in relatively new apartment blocks, with all mod-cons. These are usually shared with other teachers or ex-pats to reduce costs. In more rural areas, you may end up in a more traditional fazenda....
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• How much tax will I have to pay on my earnings in Brazil?
  
  Depending on how much you’re earning, you’ll pay 0-15% of your salary as tax....
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• Is it possible for families or couples to find work together in Brazil?
  
  Yes – it’s absolutely possible. However, it’s often better to negotiate with employers directly rather than going through an agency, as agencies will in no way be able to guarantee that you’ll be placed together. ...
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• Can I find TEFL jobs in Brazil from my home country?
  
  Yup, not a problem. As most recruiters interview candidates by phone you can easily set up a job from home and then fly out safe in the knowledge that you’ll have a job ready and waiting for you....
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