Multi-Currency & Expats
Finance Guide for Brazilians Abroad
March 14, 2026
Over 4 million Brazilians live abroad. If you're one of them, this guide will help organize your finances in both countries.
Financial checklist for Brazilians abroad
Accounts: - Keep a Brazilian account (for BR investments, family, taxes) - Open account in current country - Use PaxMoney with accounts in both currencies
Investments: - Tesouro Direto and FIIs remain accessible - Consider investing locally too - PaxMoney consolidates BR + foreign investments
Exchange: - Use Wise or specialized services for transfers - Track exchange rates in PaxMoney
Taxes: - Brazilians must declare worldwide income - Foreign investments go in the annual tax return - Assets above US$100k must be reported to the Central Bank (CBE)
Expenses: - Record expenses in each currency separately in PaxMoney - Compare cost of living between countries