for the independent minded, getting a job may not be an option, and owning a business would be the preferred alternative.

rio de janeiro is rich of establishments created by foreign entrepreneurs - import / export, restaurants, shops, bars, and hotels are just some of the most visible  ventures people think of when looking at setting up businesses in a new country.

furthermore, in addition to the above types of ventures, rio de janeiro is also particularly receptive and well suited for national and international franchise businesses - less obvious but just as precious.