Brazil is the largest country in both South America and the Latin American region. It is the world's fifth largest country, both by geographical area and by population.
It is the largest Portuguese-speaking country in the world, and the only one in the Americas.
Brazil is a unique country in that it is a melting pot of people from several ethnic backgrounds and cultures. The result is a diverse and rich modern Brazilian culture of music, art, theatre, sports, family units, and a country full of friendly and generous people.
Living in Brazil is a totally new experience, but with Babel Studies you would find the support and knowledge to adjust easily. Here you will find interesting information and tips about Brazil.
Currency: Brazil Real ( BRL)
Smoking Regulations: prohibited in all enclosed public places nationwide
Driving: left-right side of the road
Drinking Age: 18
Emergency Number: 190, 192
Brazil doesn't just excel at soccer. In fact the country's higher education star is quickly rising.
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Transports
Travelling by coach in Brazil: http://www.buscaonibus.com.br/en
Travelling by train in Brazil: http://www.metrorio.com.br/
Book a flight to Brazil: http://www.skyscanner.net/
Tourism
Visit Brazil: http://www.brazil.com/
Brazil hotels guide: http://www.detectahotel.com/Place/Brazil.htm
Visa information
Do you need a visa: http://brazil.visahq.com/
Find your nearest Brazil Embassy: http://embassy.goabroad.com/
Practical information
Currency converter: http://www.oanda.com/convert/cheatsheet
Local weather in Brazil: http://www.accuweather.com/en/br/brazil-weather
Visa de estudiante
Permisos de residencia temporales son emitidos a petición de los solicitantes que tengan la intención de visitar Sudáfrica durante un período de más de tres (3) meses pero no superior a tres (3) años.
Un permiso expedido a los extranjeros objeto de la realización de estudios en Sudáfrica. Debe suministrar los siguientes documentos
Fuente: http://www.southafrica-newyork.net/homeaffairs/visitorsvisa.htm