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Hi, We bought a house in Brazil and want to apply for a retirement visa.  We haven't actually filled out the application, but in emails from the consulate, they have stated that 401K, IRA, or annuity funds would not count toward the $2000 per month requirement. That it must come entirely from a pension.  We have checked with other people who say this isn't so.  Do you have any ideas? Do you know any good immigration attorneys who might could assist us?  Thank you, Sharon

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The law as I understand it is that, yes, one must show a *pension* of at least U$2K per month, and that any other funds do not count.
I can't imagine that a lawyer could change the law as written, unless perhaps he used 'jeitinho' (and happened to know who to bribe :-).
You can enjoy your 6 months a year in Brazil to which the tourist visa entitles you.
Happy travels.

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