If you have a plan to work in Brazil, you need to apply for a work visa. Keep in mind that getting access isn't that simple. It involves dealing with lots of documents and also waiting. People who think of getting into this country must have a clear idea of where they can find work in Brazil and other related aspects. Continue reading to explore more. 

The Very First Requirement

English speakers can find a job in Brazil, but complete know-how of Portuguese is a must. It means that you should be well-versed in this language. It's good to enroll yourself in a Portuguese learning class. You need to know how to speak, read and write in this language. It's because you will have to deal with multiple documents in Brazil, and they are usually in Portuguese. Thereby, before you head to this country try to familiarize yourself with business terms. 

Top Industries to Find Jobs in Brazil

I would like to mention here that Brazil is the fifth largest country. It is a hub for international companies. Thanks to its popularity in the Football world, this country is the most attractive point for expatriates. You can easily find job opportunities in Brasilia, Macae, and Rio De Janeiro. If you are a fresh graduate planning to tap into the Brazilian market, please check IT, Engineering, and finance job vacancies.

I don't want to discourage you, but Brazilian companies always prefer their local graduates over international ones. So, your best bet of getting into the Brazilian world is to take an entry through multinational companies. In other words, you should approach an international country in your home town and then use this company as an entry ticket to Brazil. 

Manufacturing industries offer great job opportunities in Brazil. Other industries where you can easily explore job options are steel, food, agriculture, aircraft, pharmaceuticals, textiles, Oil, gas, and banking. The government has started focusing on healthcare and water, so you can also try your luck in this industry.

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English Teaching Jobs

If you are a Native English speaker, your chance of getting a job in Brazil is quite simple. You can teach English as a Foreign language as a part-time job to kickstart your career in this field. Again, getting a visa won't be simple. It's a lengthy process. It would help if you took a start from the British Council, which offers English assistant job positions. You can consider getting this position in Ecuador, Mexico, Colombia, Chine, and Argentina. 

Work-Life in Brazil

Here are some aspects of Work-life that you should have a complete idea of before starting working in Brazil. 

Working Hours- You need to work from 8 to 6. You need to work eight hours per day, not more than a day. The total work hours for a week is around 44 hours. Every employee is entitled to one day rest, usually on a Sunday. 

Holidays: Brazil offers the day off to employees on Public holidays. Once you complete one year of service with an employer, you can get 30 days of holidays. You can take these holidays all at once or in two parts; it's completely up to you.  

Healthcare- What you like the most about Brazil is free access to medical care for everyone. Since this department is underfunded, you need to wait in queues and long waiting hours. Before you travel to this country, some vaccinations are required. Most doctors in Public Hospitals don't speak English, so you need to speak Portuguese. However, many expatriates rely on private hospitals where they can quickly meet English-speaking doctors. 

Driving License-If, you have a driving license in the UK; you can work in Brazil for 180 days. After that period, you need to contact authorities in the DETRAN office so that you can get recognition for your license. Make sure you keep your UK driving license with you.

Income tax: Yes, you need to pay income tax that starts at 7.5 percent and then reaches 27.5 percent. The more you earn, the more tax you will pay. Whether you hold a permanent visa or a temporary one, you need to pay this tax. If you are not a resident taxpayer, you will pay a flat 27.5 percent tax on the wage you get in Brazil.

Cost of living: If you compare the living cost of Brazil with that of the UK, Brazil is cheaper. However, living in the main cities like Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo come with higher living costs than other cities in Brazil. The currency here is Real.