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bglenn
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Topic: The importing a car question again
Posted: 07 February 2007 at 23:51

Hey guys,

My Brazilian wife is convinced we can ship a used vehicle to Brazil when we move. Everything I have read on this site as well as other sources indicate that this is not the case. Is she allowed to take a vehicle as part of her personal effects? Her Brazilian friends here in Texas are trying to tell me I'm crazy for saying we can't!! What is the "official" policy if there is one? My wife has dual citizenship if that makes a difference.

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Camzao
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Posted: 08 February 2007 at 00:10

So if they say you can do it then that's fantastic news. Now ask them to guide you and provide some information/links maybe on how to go about it.

Oh and the tax question, don't forget to ask them that.

If it can be done we would all be very interested in the details.

good luck, I hope it works out for you

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Terry_2
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Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:15

You can fly to the moon if you have enough money....

Furthermore, you can import anything you want into Brazil, the question is how much you are prepared to pay in taxes and hurry-up money etc.

A couple of days ago the Brazilian customs in Rio seized three luxury cars being imported on a ship from USA, a BMW, Ferrari and a Jap 4 X 4.

The shipment value was given at R$750,000 and the reason for the seizure was something to do with paperwork !!! If you wanna play, you have to pay.

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maddog
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Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:26

It is best to check with the Receita Federal to make sure and if they say it is OK make sure you get documented proof. On their website

http://www.receita.fazenda.gov.br/principal/Ingles/faq.htm

Under moving to Brazil it specificaly says

IV – Motor vehicles and vessels

The Brazilian customs regulation does not allow the import of used motor vehicles and vessels. New vehicles are not exempt and will be taxed in full.

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maddog
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Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:42

Their website also states that cars are not allowed to be brought as baggage ....... so sticking it in a case may not be a sensible option either

Of course their website has a disclaimer that the information might not be uptodate so best check in person.

Certainly cars are much more exspensive in Brazil but even if you could import it I am sure it would be a lot of hassle.

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Camzao
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Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:48

You could always try to get a job at an Embassy in Brazil, or the UN.

My father in law brought a Volkswagen from Holland back in the 70's as he worked for the UN.

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bglenn
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Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:49

I thought I had found a loop hole until I read that.

Maybe the folks I've heard of have friends in high places. Or maybe the people insisting it can be done know not of what they speak!!!

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Swiss
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Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:57

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Edited by Swiss - 29 November 2007 at 02:11

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bglenn
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Posted: 08 February 2007 at 02:04

Yes, the plan is to live full-time. "Wiggle room"? Any ideas on where I might find information on this "wiggle room"?

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bglenn
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Posted: 08 February 2007 at 02:07

And by the way I would like to invite everyone to come to Texas to drive one of our thousands of cars longing to feel the open road of your Brazilian highways!!

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bglenn Senior Member Joined: 12 August 2006 Location: Brazil Online Status: Offline Posts: 163	Topic: The importing a car question again Posted: 07 February 2007 at 23:51
	Hey guys, My Brazilian wife is convinced we can ship a used vehicle to Brazil when we move. Everything I have read on this site as well as other sources indicate that this is not the case. Is she allowed to take a vehicle as part of her personal effects? Her Brazilian friends here in Texas are trying to tell me I'm crazy for saying we can't!! What is the "official" policy if there is one? My wife has dual citizenship if that makes a difference.

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Camzao Senior Member Joined: 24 March 2006 Location: Brazil Online Status: Offline Posts: 1394	Posted: 08 February 2007 at 00:10
	So if they say you can do it then that's fantastic news. Now ask them to guide you and provide some information/links maybe on how to go about it. Oh and the tax question, don't forget to ask them that. If it can be done we would all be very interested in the details. good luck, I hope it works out for you
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Terry_2 Senior Member Joined: 21 December 2005 Location: Brazil Online Status: Offline Posts: 658	Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:15
	You can fly to the moon if you have enough money.... Furthermore, you can import anything you want into Brazil, the question is how much you are prepared to pay in taxes and hurry-up money etc. A couple of days ago the Brazilian customs in Rio seized three luxury cars being imported on a ship from USA, a BMW, Ferrari and a Jap 4 X 4. The shipment value was given at R$750,000 and the reason for the seizure was something to do with paperwork !!! If you wanna play, you have to pay.
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maddog Senior Member Joined: 20 December 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 218	Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:26
	It is best to check with the Receita Federal to make sure and if they say it is OK make sure you get documented proof. On their website http://www.receita.fazenda.gov.br/principal/Ingles/faq.htm Under moving to Brazil it specificaly says IV – Motor vehicles and vessels The Brazilian customs regulation does not allow the import of used motor vehicles and vessels. New vehicles are not exempt and will be taxed in full.
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maddog Senior Member Joined: 20 December 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 218	Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:42
	Their website also states that cars are not allowed to be brought as baggage ....... so sticking it in a case may not be a sensible option either Of course their website has a disclaimer that the information might not be uptodate so best check in person. Certainly cars are much more exspensive in Brazil but even if you could import it I am sure it would be a lot of hassle.
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Camzao Senior Member Joined: 24 March 2006 Location: Brazil Online Status: Offline Posts: 1394	Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:48
	You could always try to get a job at an Embassy in Brazil, or the UN. My father in law brought a Volkswagen from Holland back in the 70's as he worked for the UN.
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bglenn Senior Member Joined: 12 August 2006 Location: Brazil Online Status: Offline Posts: 163	Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:49
	I thought I had found a loop hole until I read that. Maybe the folks I've heard of have friends in high places. Or maybe the people insisting it can be done know not of what they speak!!!
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Swiss Senior Member Joined: 21 August 2006 Location: Brazil Online Status: Offline Posts: 180	Posted: 08 February 2007 at 01:57
	- Edited by Swiss - 29 November 2007 at 02:11
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bglenn Senior Member Joined: 12 August 2006 Location: Brazil Online Status: Offline Posts: 163	Posted: 08 February 2007 at 02:04
	Yes, the plan is to live full-time. "Wiggle room"? Any ideas on where I might find information on this "wiggle room"?
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bglenn Senior Member Joined: 12 August 2006 Location: Brazil Online Status: Offline Posts: 163	Posted: 08 February 2007 at 02:07
	And by the way I would like to invite everyone to come to Texas to drive one of our thousands of cars longing to feel the open road of your Brazilian highways!!
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