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Discovering Brazil
Be sure to discuss any additional insurance you may need with your Dwellworks Consultant
so that they can help you make the appropriate appointments with a broker.
Sul America:
Dental, health, home and car insurance for individuals, families and
small businesses
http://portal.sulamericaseguros.com.br/home.htm
Mapfre Seguros:
Life, home, car insurance for individuals and families
www2.mapfre.com.br/home
Porto Seguro:
Dental, life, health, home and car insurance for individuals and
families
www.portoseguro.com.br
Marítima:
Dental, life, health, home and car insurance for individuals and families
www.maritima.com.brEducation
Though it is mandatory, not all Brazilian children attend school. Due to poverty, many drop
out early to join the work force to help increase the family income. Furthermore, many of the
adults who grew up in poverty remain uneducated. The number of children who attend
school has increased drastically in the past eight years, but school attendance remains an
important challenge that the government faces. Private schools are a large part of the
educational community in Brazil and most residents who can, choose to send their children
to private schools. In your city guide you will find a list of international and multi-lingual
schools to help you find an institution that is best for your family.
Pets
Deciding whether or not to bring your family pet is a personal decision. If you decide to bring
your pet, you will have to comply with import requirements from the Brazilian Department of
Agriculture. Ask your freight forwarder, moving company, or airline to ensure that the
necessary paperwork is completed to import your pet.
Be sure to have all your pet’s records and certificates with you. Before making your decision,
consider:
How long will your stay be in Brazil?
Will having your pets with you help your family adjust to the new life?
If you do not bring your pet will you be worrying about your pet the entire time you
are away?
Helpful Hint:
It is important to take into consideration the quarantine period that
could apply for bringing your pets back to your home country. Quarantine periods are
required upon return in England, Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Hawaii,
and New Zealand.