Hercílio Luz Bridge, Florianópolis

Moving to Floripa, step by step

What to do, in order, from visa to school. Three deadlines count from your entry date — they are marked. Each step links to an article with sources.

Build your own plan with deadlinesFour questions, and dates are counted from your entry date
  1. Work out what you need: a visa or residence, and on what basis
  2. Legalise documents in the issuing country before you leave
  3. Register with the Federal Police and get the CRNM90 days
  4. Get a CPF
  5. Open a bank account
  6. Exchange your driving licence or start the process for a CNH180 days
  7. Work out when you become a tax residentday 184
  8. Apply for diploma recognition if your job needs it
  9. Enrol your children in school