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Brazil has a population of 212.6 million, a GDP of $2.33 trillion, and uses the Brazilian Real. Portuguese is the official language, and the capital is Brasília. Foreigners can own property, but visas are required for residency or extended stays.
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Information Type | Brazil Data |
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Population | 212.6 million (July 2024) |
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) | $2.331 trillion (2024) |
GDP Per Capita | $9,168 (2024) |
Inflation Rate | 4.24% (2024) |
Currency | Brazilian Real (BRL) |
Exchange Rate Versus U.S. Dollar | 5.43 reals = 1 U.S. dollar (Sept. 2024) |
Language | Portuguese (official) |
Capital | Brasilia |
Population of Capital City | 4.935 million (2024) |
Time Zone | GMT minus 3 |
Seasons | Tropical–wet, warm/hot year-round. Southern tip: temperate with four seasons |
International Dialing Code | 55 |
Electricity | 110/220V / 60 Hz; Plug Types: A & B (U.S. style), C |
System of Government | Federal Presidential Republic |
Name and Party Affiliation of Current Leader |
President: Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. He is part of the Workers' Party. |
Income Tax Rate for Residents | 7.5% to 27.5% |
Property Tax | 0.5% to 4% |
Capital Gains Tax | 15% |
Inheritance Tax | 8% |
Rental Income Tax | 15% |
Transfer Tax | Variable depending on location (in São Paolo it is between 0.5% and 2%) |
Sales Tax | 17% to 25% |
Restrictions on Foreign Ownership of Property | No |
Local Chamber of Commerce | www.cni.org.br SBN-Quadra 01-Bloco C- Ed. Roberto Simonsen Brasilia-DF-CEP:70040-903 Tel: +55-61- 3317-9989 |
American Chamber of Commerce | www.amcham.com.br Praça Pio X nº 15 / 5º andar Candelária, Centro, Rio de Janeiro Tel: 55 (21) 3213-9200 |
Primary Exports | Transport equipment, iron ore, soybeans, footwear, coffee, autos |
Residency and Visa Requirements | Tourist Visa: It needs to be acquired at a Brazilian Embassy/Consulate Residency: Businessman/Professional, Entreprenuer,Investor, Retiree, and High-Level Specialist visas Citizenship: uninterrupted residency of 15 years and clean criminal record; Investor Visa holders can apply after 4 years of residency |
Special Benefits for Foreign Residents or Retirees | None |
National Airline | Brazilian Airlines http://www.brazilianairlines.com/ |
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Portugal is on the Iberian Peninsula, in the southwest corner of Europe. Portugal shares that peninsula Spain, its larger neighbor.
Portugal is known for Fado music and also for being the largest cork producer in the world.
Portugal’s high season is during July and August, especially to coastal areas. Expect to pay at least a 30% premium on accommodation and encounter warm weather across the country.
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