because of the complexity of the paperwork and requirements, normally, foreigners who wish to buy property in rio do so by paying full price, as there are very few financing programs available to non-residents.

independently of the payment method, to purchase property there are a number of requirements, as well as additional taxes and fees that prospective buyers should be aware of.

the most important documental acquisition, before attempting to purchase property, is the cadastro de pessoa física - cpf, or a cadastro nacional de pessoa jurídica - cnpj, for companies.