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Key questions before the trip
01Does a child automatically acquire Brazilian citizenship at birth?→02Can parents obtain residence because of a Brazilian child?→03Does a pregnant traveler need a visa, and how long can she stay in Brazil?→04When is it best to arrive in Brazil before the estimated due date?→05How should I choose a doctor, hospital and birth team?→06Can I give birth free of charge through SUS?→07How much does childbirth in a private hospital cost?→08Which documents should be obtained for the child after birth?→09How much time should we realistically allow after the birth specifically for documents?→10Does ordinary travel insurance cover childbirth?→11Is it safe to live in Brazil during pregnancy and with a newborn?→12How long does a family usually need to remain in Brazil after the birth?→
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10 questions
Child citizenship and family status
- Can a child have dual citizenship?
- Are there exceptions to automatic citizenship by birth?
- Does a child automatically acquire Brazilian citizenship at birth?
7 questions
Visa and entry
- What are the risks of overstaying the authorized period of stay?
- What supporting documents may be requested at the border?
- What should I do if my authorized stay is about to expire?
10 questions
Childbirth and hospitals
- Can I give birth free of charge through SUS?
- How are births through SUS different from births in a private hospital?
- Is a vaginal birth after a previous C-section (VBAC) possible?
4 questions
Budget and payment
- How much can an all-inclusive childbirth support package cost?
- What should definitely be included in a childbirth-trip budget?
- Can private childbirth be paid in installments?
17 questions
Child documents
- Can a child's CPF be issued at the time of birth registration?
- Does a child need a CPF?
- What is a DNV and why is it needed?
7 questions
Travel and logistics
- Can a child leave Brazil without a Brazilian passport?
- Is the other parent's authorization required if the child travels with only one parent?
- When can a newborn fly, and what will the airline require?
4 questions
Language and communication
- How can I safely choose a doctor and hospital if I do not speak Portuguese?
- Are there English-speaking or Russian-speaking doctors in Brazil?
- What should I do at a medical appointment if I do not speak Portuguese?
11 questions
Health insurance
- What should a pregnant woman check in a medical insurance policy?
- What should I look at when choosing health insurance besides price?
- When is private health insurance especially worthwhile?
30 questions
SUS and healthcare
- Is a CPF required for a SUS card?
- Can a foreigner receive free medical treatment in Brazil?
- Is SUS available to foreigners for pregnancy, childbirth and emergency care?
3 questions
Child health
- Which health requirements for entry and newborns should be taken into account?
- Which vaccines are usually given to newborns in Brazil?
- Does a child need private health insurance if SUS is available?
21 questions
Immigration, work and career
- How much capital is required for an investor residence permit?
- Can someone obtain Brazilian citizenship while hardly living in the country?
- Is an invitation or contract required for immigration?
9 questions
Life in Brazil
- Is it safe to live in Brazil during pregnancy and with a newborn?
- Can I use a foreign driver's license in Brazil?
- Which Brazilian cities are most often chosen by foreign families for childbirth?
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