Moving to Brazil and Religion

Posted by shipping Brazil on July 24, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

After moving to Brazil with IntlMOVE, you can meet new people by connecting with a religious community. When moving to Brazil, you will need to time to unpack your household goods and get settled in your new home. Joining a religious community, if you practice a particular religion, will help you adjust to your new life in Brazil. This is a great way to make friends and connect with people who have common interests.

Almost 90 percent of residents in Brazil are affiliated with some sort of religion. About seven percent of the population does associate with a religion. Catholicism is the most prominent religion in Brazil. Nearly 75 percent of the residents in Brazil are Roman Catholic, which makes Brazil the country with the largest number of Catholics. In fact, the second largest basilica in the world, the Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida, is located in the state of Sao Paulo, Brazil. There are regular pilgrimages to this Brazilian landmark.

Catholicism was recognized as Brazil’s official religion until 1891, when religious freedom was part of the first Republican Constitution. However, the religion played a strong role in politics until the 1970s.The religion is still influential in many cultural activities and festivals, such as the Círio de Nazar and the Festa do Divino.

If you do not practice Catholicism, there are other religious communities present in Brazil. The State of Rio de Janeiro has the smallest amount of practicing Catholics, which is a little more than 50 percent of the population. There is a high concentration of other denominations and religions in this multicultural city.

Other Christian denominations, such as Protestant, Baptist, Lutheran and Methodist, have churches in Brazil. The Anglican Episcopal Church of Brazil is a protestant church with more than 120,000 members. The states of Rio de Janeiro, Espirito Santo, Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina are home to the highest amount of Lutherans in the country. An estimated 500,000 people practice Eastern Orthodox Christianity in Brazil.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has over 1 million followers in Brazil. There are a few temples and hundreds of churches for this religion scattered throughout Brazil. There is also an increasing number of Jehovah’s Witnesses, with membership of over 700,000 members.

Other followers of major religions, such as Jews, Muslims and Buddhists, so expats can connect with these communities if they practice these religions. There are nearly 200,000 practicing Jews, 150,000Muslims and more than 215,000 Buddhists. Most practicing Jews live in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo. There is a large Japanese Brazilian population, which accounts for the large population of Buddhists. Roughly 60 percent of the Japanese population in Brazil has converted to Christianity, but the Japanese culture still remains present in Brazil.

There are Kardescists or Spiritism practitioners, who follow the teachings of Allan Kardec, along with followers of Candomble and Umbanda. Candomble, a religion with West African origins, has the majority of followers living in larger cities. Umbanda is another religion that combines beliefs from indigenous religions, Spiritism and other African practices.

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Moving to Brazil and Getting a Job in Rio de Janeiro

Posted by shipping Brazil on July 21, 2011 · 1 Comment 

Moving to Brazil with IntlMOVE Brazil is an exciting start to new journey. You will enjoy moving to Brazil much more if you plan ahead and secure a job, you will know you have the monetary means to start your new life in a new country.

Finding a Job in Rio de Janeiro

Finding a job in Brazil can be time consuming, but don’t give up. Employers are looking for experienced professionals for consulting, tourism, teaching English in Brazil or development. Most full-time employers provide benefits, which should alleviate your healthcare concerns. Daily life in Rio de Janeiro is relaxed. Your work week will likely not exceed 44 hours per week. 

The first thing you will want to do is prepare a resume or a curriculum vitae (CV). One should be in English and an additional resume should be prepared in Portuguese. Similar to resumes in the United States, include your name, contact information, skills, education, work experience and references. If you are applying for international positions, include all languages you speak and your proficiency levels.

Network with as many people as possible and let them know you are seeking employment in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Talk to personal contacts, but also try to connect with individuals through social media and expat websites. If you do not have any Brazilian contacts, join networking communities such as Network Brazil.

Find job opportunities on the Internet and in Brazilian newspapers. Research companies you want to work for and contact the human resources offices directly. You never know when there will be an unpublicized job opening. There are also government employment resources and global recruiters you can contact.

Find US companies that have international offices in Brazil and try to secure a job with these companies. You may be able to get these companies to pay for your relocation and international shipping expenses. The company based in the United States can also help you secure a work visa.

Interviews in Brazil

Relationships are very important in the Brazilian business culture. Your future employer will want to learn about your job skills, but also about you as a person. Interviews can last more than two hours, so block out ample time.

Dressing for the interview is extremely important. Offices tend to be more casual in the United States, with very few people wearing business suits. This is not the case in Australia. Make sure you dress in a business suit for your interview to look neat, clean and organized.

Applying for Work Visa in Brazil

If you plan on working in Brazil, you will need to apply for a work visa. Check with your local embassy or consulate for specific details, which can change often. However, there is some basic information you will need to know in order to get a job in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

In order to secure a visa, the applicant must possess skills that are not readily available from Brazilian employees. You must have a formal education and professional experience to apply. There are a variety of visas you can apply for, depending on your situation. A Temporary V Visa can be obtained after securing a job when being transferred or hired for specialized knowledge. A permanent visa is available to executive employees who have Power of Attorney on behalf of a Brazilian company.

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