WELCOME | 2017 INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
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C O N T E N T S
WELCOME LETTER
GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
REGISTRATION PROCEDURES
STUDENT HANDBOOK
CPF ALUNO ONLINE 2 E-CLASS
LIBRARY
HOUSING
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NOTES FOR VISITORS 2017
REGISTERING WITH THE FEDERAL POLICE
RIO DE JANEIRO (GENERAL NOTES)
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EBAPE – Escola Brasileira de Administração Pública e de Empresas Address: Rua Jornalista Orlando Dantas, 30 – Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro – 22231-010 Welcome Letter
Rio de Janeiro, July 21st, 2017
Dear Student,
We are pleased that you have chosen FGV EBAPE (the Brazilian School of Public and Business Administration, at Fundação Getulio Vargas), in Rio de Janeiro as your exchange abroad destination. We are very enthusiastic about hosting this new group of international students and would like to congratulate you on your nomination to take part in our Exchange Program. 3 In order to ensure that your time here with us is as enjoyable and productive as possible, we have prepared this pack which contains some important background information on Brazil, Rio, as well as practical information on Fundação Getulio Vargas. PLEASE TAKE SOME TIME TO READ THIS DOCUMENT.
As you may already know, Rio de Janeiro is one of the major economic and cultural hubs of South America. It’s a cosmopolitan metropolis with a population of over 11 million people (including the greater Rio area) and an important center for commerce and the service industries. The city of Rio is renowned for the kindness and hospitality with which its residents (Cariocas) welcome all visitors and provides us with a harmonious and agreeable environment for both work and leisure.
We wish you a pleasant and successful stay at EBAPE and Rio, and hope that your chosen coursework contributes positively towards your career aspirations.
Should you require any help during your stay, please do not hesitate to contact us at the International Office, EBAPE.
Yours truly,
MONICA BALANDA INTERNATIONAL OFFICER
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General Administrative Information
1. FGV
FGV is a teaching and research institution in the social sciences area, notably Economics, Administration, History, Mathematics and Law. It is a non-profit making organization with a technical, scientific and educational nature. FGV has been training professionals for over 60 years who have been outstanding in the academic area, the financial markets, private enterprise and public administration.
Escola Brasileira de Administração Pública e de Empresas (FGV EBAPE)
The Escola Brasileira de Administração Pública of Fundação Getulio Vargas (previously EBAP) was the first school of Public Administration in Latin America. It was created on April 15, 1952 in the city of Rio de Janeiro, the result of a partnership between FGV and the United Nations (UN) to meet the country’s demand 4 for qualified professionals in the public sector. Since then, it has been responsible for training many leaders who have played key roles in governing the country, by means of its undergraduate and graduate programs, making a significant contribution to the development of Brazil.
In 2002, EBAP changed its name to Escola Brasileira de Administração Pública e de Empresas (EBAPE), confirming its presence in the private sector as well, which in reality existed since its inception. Over the decades it has played an important role in training people to fill top positions in government and business as well as universities, in Brazil and abroad. Its mission is to serve current and future leaders, executives and managers of private companies, government institutions and nongovernmental organizations, by offering opportunities for learning and research through its regular and extension programs in the area of administration, to promote the development of Brazil.
Over the past 60 years, EBAPE has not only taught students, it has also provided consulting to private companies and public organizations and participated in the conception and implementation of various specialization courses. It is present in every corner of the country, through partnerships with local teaching institutions. It stands out for its credibility, legitimacy and remarkable capacity to instill high-level knowledge in its students. This excellence is reflected in its ranking as one of the best teaching institutions in the country by the Ministry of Education.
Accreditation and Certification
FGV EBAPE has been accredited by the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS-EFMD) and its course on managerial processes (Distance Learning) has received a Technology-enhanced Learning Accreditation (CEL-EFMD), one of the most important certifications in the academic world. EBAPE’s Professional Master’s in Public Administration program has also received international accreditation by the Commission on International Accreditation of Public Administration Education and Training Programs (CIAPA).
The MSc in Administration and Doctorate programs have been awarded a score of 6, ranking them as excellent, according to our Ministry of Education. The Executive Master’s in Business Administration program received a 5, the highest grade given to a professional course, according to CAPES (Coordination for Enhancement of Higher Education 4
Personnel). Every year FGV EBAPE is ranked in the top schools of Brazil, being awarded a maximum 5 in accordance with the IGC (General Course Index), by MEC (the Ministry of Education). 2. International Relations Team - Room 106 (1st floor) – Rua Jornalista Orlando Dantas, 30 (JOD 30)
International Officer – EBAPE:
Mônica Balanda Office hours: 10 am – 12 pm, 3pm – 6pm, Monday – Friday Telephone: 3083-2401 Email: [email protected]
International Office Assistants – EBAPE:
Evelyn Sobrinho de Oliveira Office hours: 10 am – 12 pm, 3pm – 6pm, Monday – Friday Telephone: 3083-2403 Email: [email protected]
Beatriz Alves de Araujo Office hours: 10 am – 12 pm, 3pm – 6pm, Monday – Friday Telephone: 3083-2751 Email: [email protected]
Anderson do Nascimento Ricci Office hours: 10 am – 12 pm, 3pm – 6pm, Monday – Friday Telephone: 3083-2402 5 Email: [email protected]
3. Office of Registration and Academic Records (S.R.A) – Room 314 (3rd floor), MAIN FGV BUILDING
Services:
• Student registration/enrolment; • Provide, forward, publish and issue all documents related to students’ academic lives.
All requests from students in relation to academic issues have to be made officially using the specific form provided by the S.R.A. (REQUERIMENTO), which will then be forwarded to the relevant sectors.
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday, 9 am – 7 pm Tel: 3799-5757
4. Information Technology Laboratories
Opening Hours:
JOD 30 Ground Floor - 08:00 to 20:00h
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Main FGV BUILDING: • 7th floor – 08:00 to 20:30h • 8th floor – 08:00 to 19:00 • 422 (4th floor) – 08:00 to 22:00h • 1016 – 08:00 to 22:00h • 1332 – 08:00 to 20:00h
Students should carefully read the rules for the use of the FGV network, the Internet and email (see below). Any requests from students in the information technology area should be forwarded to the member of staff responsible for the laboratory in question. Students can also use the study rooms available on the 4th floor.
5. Access to FGV premises (all campuses)
All international students are given an ID card + login upon arrival. It may be a temporary card, with no photograph (it depends on how far in advance you have provided the international office with a photo of yourself) or a permanent one. You will need this card in order to gain admittance to FGV premises. Please ensure you carry it with you at all times while on FGV premises. The card with photograph may be used as a student card for obtaining discount at cinemas, theater and live shows. In case your ID card has
Please note that if your ID car is either lost or stolen, a Boletim de Ocorrência – BO (police report) will need to be filed at the DEAT (TOURIST POLICE – see map below), located at Avenida Afrânio de Melo Franco, 159, Leblon. Telephone (21) 2232-2924. You will need to present this report to the International Office in order to obtain a new card free of charge.
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PLEASE NOTE THAT FGV HAS A STRICT DRESS CODE! No one will be allowed entry into its premises if wearing shorts, bermuda shorts, tank tops, flip flops or any type of beachwear.
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REGISTRATION PROCEDURES for exchange students
Below is a list of documentation required for registering as an EXCHANGE STUDENT (degree-seeking students have different requirements). Please be sure to submit them in a timely fashion. Failure to meet the deadlines or missing documentation may lead to the CANCELLATION OF THE EXCHANGE.
NOTE: During the MANDATORY ORIENTATION SESSION students will fill out a form listing their choices of subjects to take. Only after these forms have been duly filled out and signed will the students be enrolled.
All documents should be emailed to [email protected] 7 DUE AS SOON AS THE STUDENT IS NOMINATED
Passport copy – the page containing the student’s details of the passport that will be used to apply for the student visa.
DOCUMENTS DUE APPROXIMATELY THREE WEEKS AFTER NOMINATION:
A recent color photograph of yourself (3x4cm photo) NOTE: FAILING TO SUBMIT A PHOTOGRAPH MAY LEAD TO THE PERMANENT BADGE NOT BEING PRODUCED IN TIME FOR THE START OF CLASSES
This should be: taken against a light-colored background clear, of good quality, not framed or backed sent to us electronically (by email) full face and without sunglasses, hat or other head covering, unless you wear this for cultural or religious reasons (but the face must not be covered) It can be scanned, provided the result is of good quality
Academic Enrollment Form – This form requests information to be held by the School (LINK SENT SEPARATELY).
NOTE: THE STUDENT MUST FILL IN ALL THE FIELDS AND ENSURE E-MAIL ADDRESS IS THE ONE TO WHICH HE/SHE WISHES TO RECEIVE LOGIN DETAILS AND OTHER ACADEMIC INFORMATION
English language certificate – FOR ANY COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH (see factsheet for further information)
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Portuguese language certificate – FOR ANY COURSES TAUGHT IN PORTUGUESE (see factsheet for further information)
Copy of school transcript – clearly showing the academic level of the student (i.e., if the student is at Bachelor’s or Master’s level). It is sometimes not easy to identify from the transcript at which level the student is, therefore additional documentation or a letter from the student’s advisor/coordinator may be requested.
Declaration of Support and Liability – the International Office will send this form, which the student must sign and return together with the other documentation. (PLEASE FILL IN DOCUMENT SENT SEPARATELY)
Copy of your travel insurance policy (in English) – this policy must have a minimum coverage of 30,000 euros or 42,000 US dollars and be valid for the entire stay of the student in this country. Coverage must also cover repatriation of mortal remains.
DOCUMENT DUE 15 DAYS BEFORE CLASSES BEGIN Copy of the applicant´s student visa – NO EXCEPTIONS! Students must email this copy to [email protected] by the due date to successfully complete their registration at FGV EBAPE. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY! Ask your local Brazilian Consulate what documents you need to obtain a student visa and begin collecting them as soon as possible.
DOCUMENT DUE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF YOUR ARRIVAL IN BRAZIL
Copy of the FEDERAL POLICE REGISTRATION receipt (“Protocolo”). Bring ORIGINAL to the International Relations Department, so that we can make a Certified Copy. 8
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Student Handbook 1. Disciplinary System Principal Procedures and Rules That You Need to Know
Ignorance of these rules does not exempt students from complying with them. Please read FGV’s internal rules of conduct and the regulations applicable to the course in question.
If you have any questions, please contact the Support Team or the Coordination Office, who will always be available to help you.
Avoid listening to information from colleagues, non-official sources and suggestions heard in the school. Any outstanding academic or administrative issues can only be resolved by following the correct procedures as advised by the Support Team, International Office or the Course Office.
FGV students who commit any acts of indiscipline shall be subject to the following penalties: 9
a) warning; b) reprimand; c) suspension; d) expulsion.
The stipulated penalties shall be applied in accordance with the seriousness or reoccurrence of the following actions:
a) disobedience of the regulations and/or the decisions of the Directors of any FGV school or of any member of the Faculty whilst they are carrying out their functions; b) use of improper clothes, such as shorts, mini-skirts, flip-flops, and shorts or sleeveless tops and t-shirts; c) smoking of cigarettes, cigars or pipes in classrooms, study rooms, laboratories and libraries; d) ingestion of alcoholic drinks on the premises of the Getulio Vargas Foundation; e) use or possession of any toxic substance on the premises of the Getulio Vargas Foundation; f) involvement in events outside the Getulio Vargas Foundation that can be seen by the relevant authorities as infringing the law; g) any hazing that can cause physical or moral harm to the students of the Getulio Vargas Foundation; h) disturbance of the internal order within the Getulio Vargas Foundation and its schools; i) the carrying of any type of firearm; j) damage to the property of the Getulio Vargas Foundation, including painting or drawing graffiti on walls, sticking up posters and ruining books from the library, in which case, in addition to incurring the disciplinary punishment, any persons found to have done so shall be obliged to pay for any damage they may have caused;
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k) any impropriety whilst carrying out any school work, or while any academic evaluations are being carried out; l) disrespecting any member of the faculty or any other employee of the Getulio Vargas Foundation; m) physical aggression or defamation, slander or libel against any member of the faculty, any other member of staff, or any student of the Getulio Vargas Foundation; n) playing cards or any other form of gambling on the premises of the Getulio Vargas Foundation; o) involvement in activities that in any way harm the Getulio Vargas Foundation and/or its schools, either morally or materially, including political party activities on the premises of the Foundation. p) practicing of any acts incompatible with the dignity of any student of the Getulio Vargas Foundation
2. PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
Professional standards set expectations for individual conduct inside and outside the classroom in networking activities, student organizations, and informal FGV-related activities. These standards offer guidelines for appropriate actions, attitudes, and behaviors. Professional conduct means that students: . Represent themselves honestly to their fellow students, faculty, employers, recruiters, and guests of the institutions; . Fulfill the commitments they make to their classmates, faculty, staff members, and their employers; . Respect others regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, disability, or other legally protected classes; . Contribute to open discourse, the free exchange of ideas, and the intellectual climate, and respect the contributions of scholars and practitioners; 10 . Present themselves at institution-related events on- and off-campus suitably dressed and with professional conduct; . Preserve individual, community, and institutional property, and do their part to keep the physical facilities neat and clean when on campus; . Comply with all applicable program rules, policies, and procedures of Escola Brasileira de Administracao Publica e de Empresas, from Fundação Getulio Vargas.
3. ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION
. A key component of FGV EBAPE exchange program is the interaction and learning that takes place in the classroom. We have carefully selected the best faculty and students to create a collaborative and interactive experience that results in a highly dynamic learning environment. Student attendance and participation in classroom lectures are critical to maintaining a productive environment. Students must be present and prepared when the faculty member begins the class and staying engaged throughout the entire course. Arriving late, leaving during or early from class, or being unprepared or distracted by non-course related matters diminishes not only your experience but that of your colleagues. It is each individual student’s responsibility to maintain the quality of the classroom environment. . Please remember that attendance in all classes is required. On the rare occasion when a personal emergency prevents class attendance, students should notify the faculty member, academic director, and program office in writing (via email) as soon as possible. Your notification should include the reason for the absence and expected return. In the case of a serious emergency or health issue, the professor has the discretion to waive up to 25% of the student’s absences. Students who miss more than 2 classes of each course will fail that course.
Students will fail any course where their attendance falls short of 75% (seventy-five percent) of the classes given, except in cases set down in existing and pertinent legislation.
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o In addition, faculty members reserve the right to require a more stringent attendance policy for their class, as class participation is a very important component of the grade. Failing to meet the faculty guidelines for attendance may result in a reduced participation grade, reduced overall grade, or the assignment of additional work to make up for class time missed. A student who, even though registered for a course, has not regularly attended, participated, or otherwise met class requirements may, at the professor’s discretion, not be permitted to attend class sessions, or may receive a lowered participation grade in the course.
4. CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE . Timeliness Students are expected to be ready to begin classes at the starting time. Late arrival is unprofessional, and it diminishes everyone’s learning opportunity.
. Leaving Class Students should not leave the classroom before the class period ends, except when absolutely necessary, as it can disrupt the class. In exceptional foreseeable cases, students should consult with their instructor before the class begins if they must leave early.
. Electronic Devices The use of mobile phones, pagers, or other hand-held electronic devices in the classroom is not permitted. All electronic devices should be switched off during classes. Sending or receiving emails or text messages during class is disrespectful to other students and faculty and erodes the professional environment.
. Laptops/iPads The use of laptops or iPads to take notes or contribute data to the classroom discussion can be useful. However, it can also be distracting to colleagues behind you. Please refrain from any form of instant messaging or visiting websites not related to the classroom discussion. Faculty members may ban the use 11 of laptop computers in the classroom altogether.
. Dress code Dress for classes and for academic events outside the classroom is consistent with a professional environment.
IMPORTANT: Fundação Getulio Vargas has a very strict dress code. Students will not be granted access if wearing flip-flops, shorts, tank tops, very short skirts or any type of beachwear.
. Eating Eating during class is distracting to fellow students and to the faculty and is strongly discouraged. Please put away food items and their containers before class begins.
. Classroom Recording Out of respect for the free expression of the class, permission must be granted in advance by the individual professors, and each course participant in order for classroom sessions to be recorded. Unless these permissions have been granted in advance, please refrain from recording any classroom session during the program.
5. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY A. Definition of Academic Integrity We achieve academic integrity if we are honest and do not impinge on the intellectual rights of others, regardless of any motive. The purpose of the Academic Integrity System is to define academic activities that are dishonest and that can result in negative sanctions, and to provide a rationale for these policies.
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All students are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with these rules and procedures, and to maintain the highest standards of academic integrity in pursuit of their educational and professional goals. FGV EBAPE reserve the right to use all legal means, including the submission of student work to electronic search engines to investigate academic dishonesty. B. Violations of Academic Integrity Academic misconduct or dishonesty is any action or failure to act that violates the Academic Integrity System. Rules governing academic integrity may relate to, but are not limited to, the following areas of concern: . Cheating . Work submitted for multiple purposes . Group versus individual work . Misrepresentation . Plagiarism . Unethical behavior related to the earning of a grade . False citations and false data . Assisting violations of others . Proprietary information i. Cheating Cheating is the use of unauthorized materials, information, or study aids, written or oral, on in-class or take- home examinations, papers, case studies, or other academic exercises. To cheat or to assist a fellow student in cheating is tantamount to stealing someone else’s intellectual property, and therefore constitutes academic fraud.
ii. Group Versus Individual Work Teamwork and collaboration are core values of our community. Within group projects, we expect all individuals to contribute fully to the final joint product. Project tasks can be distributed among team members and consolidated into a complete product. Each group must collectively complete the project without discussion with others outside the group, unless directed otherwise by the instructor. Any group work that carries your name implies your full contribution, and you are responsible for all the content of the group work. For assignments that 12 are to be done individually, you may not discuss the assignment with other students unless advised otherwise by your professor. Also, you may not use any part of another student’s work without attribution. Lastly, you may not give any of your work to another student. iii. Plagiarism Fundação Getulio Vargas has a very strict policy regarding copying and plagiarism. Please be sure to read the information on this subject contained in Annex I. Plagiarism is the act of passing off as one’s own the ideas or writings of another, whether intentional or unintentional. Verbatim text from another source must be quoted and cited. A paraphrase or summary of another’s ideas must be cited where written; it is not sufficient to list the source in references at the end of the paper. These practices must be followed in any written work – notes and drafts as well as final products – that you hand in for use by others. Information obtained from web sites, personal interviews, and other students require citations just like information obtained from articles and books. The learning objective is to develop your own thinking, not to create a collage of borrowed ideas pieced together from other sources. To document sources identifies relevant prior knowledge and enables the reader to locate the source materials. It does not diminish your contributions, but rather it lends credibility to them. iv. False Citations and False Data False citation is the attribution of intellectual property to an incorrect or fabricated source. False attribution undermines the integrity of the academic enterprise by severing a chain of ideas that should be traceable. False data are data that have been fabricated, altered, or contrived in such a way as to be misleading. v. Proprietary Information Information, whether quantitative or qualitative, and whether written or oral, that is the property of another person or organization and that is not in the public domain that students receive for their educational purposes may not be used outside of its intended purpose or disclosed without the owner’s explicit permission.
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vi. Work Submitted for Multiple Purposes You may not submit your own work, in identical or similar form, for multiple purposes without the prior approval of all faculty members to whom the work will be submitted. This includes work first produced at FGV/ or at other institutions that you have attended. In some cases you may cite your own prior work, but confer with your professor(s) before doing so. vii. Misrepresentation You should not provide inaccurate, misleading, or false information regarding your academic or professional experience or achievements, for example, in a resume, transcript, or other document or forum. viii Unethical Behavior Related to the Earning of a Grade Any unethical behavior that impacts the earning of a grade (letter, numeric, or pass/fail) is unacceptable and is subject to the same sanctions as other infractions related to the Academic Integrity standards. ix. Assisting Violations of Others It is also a violation of the Academic Integrity System to assist another person in the violation of any of the Academic Integrity rules.
6. THE FGV NETWORK AND USE OF THE INTERNET AND EMAIL IN FGV a) The network
The FGV network includes all the hardware (workstations, servers, connection devices) and software existing in our work environment. The aim of these norms is to show what the correct and most productive way to use these resources is - in order to guarantee network availability and accessibility - to prohibit practices that might in some way be prejudicial to individual or collective work. 11
1. Network accounts are individual. Under no circumstances should the password be given to anyone else. The network account user will be held responsible for any undue access to network resources with the password given to him or her;
2. You should not leave your network account connected while your workstation is not being used, in order to prevent anyone else from having access to confidential information;
3. Access passwords to the FGV network should be altered regularly. We recommend that passwords be changed on a monthly basis;
4. Network directories made available to users should be used solely for the storage of work related files;
5. Network directories should be regularly checked in order to delete files that are no longer necessary, thereby releasing space on FGV network servers;
6. Sharing hard disks is not recommended on workstations, since many viruses use disk sharing to spread through networks. If this sharing is necessary, it can be created by Service desk (User Support Unit); 7. The following actions are not permitted:
• Installation of copies of software without the proper usage licenses. All software installation shall be requested from Service desk; • Installation of server software in workstations (Windows NT Server, Windows 2000 Server, any type of Unix, Lotus Domino, Microsoft Exchange, SQL Server, or any other similar product). If this type of software is required, it shall be evaluated by Service desk; • Installation of private software on FGV workstations. This shall only be allowed if required for work, and in these cases the software shall be evaluated and installed by Service desk; • Installation or use of freeware software (free software, most often made available over the Internet, without the need to pay for any usage licenses) or shareware (demonstration software that is normally valid for a specific
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period of time and after which it is necessary to buy a usage license) without the proper certification or evaluation of Service desk. The use of some types of software on the network can harm the work of other users; • The uninstalling or deactivation of anti-virus software on workstations; • Use of anti-virus software different from the standard software adopted by FGV (McAfee Viruscan); • Installation of modems and the provision of remote access facilities to the FGV network through workstations. If this type of access is necessary, Service desk should be contacted to evaluate the best connection alternative; • Alteration of computer names on the network. This name should always be the same as on the identification code on the tag attached to the equipment; • The moving of information technology equipment without the knowledge of Service desk. It is essential that information about the location of equipment is kept updated in the control systems of these units; • The opening of information technology equipment without the knowledge of Service desk. In addition, the removal, substitution, or moving of the internal parts and components of this type of equipment is not allowed. All handling of components of information technology equipment shall be made by Service desk analysts or by authorized equipment maintenance companies.
b) Internet
With the growth of the Internet, which has allowed organizations to provide increasing amounts of information using various tools, it has become necessary to optimize available resources, focusing on aspects that are really important for work, as well as for the common good of the institution and its staff. The following factors also need to be taken into account:
• All Internet traffic passes through a link with limited bandwidth. The more the Internet is used, the more this link will be overloaded and access will consequently slow down. Users who work in a network environment have to take greater precautions regarding the use of information technology resources. The bad use of available resources can seriously harm other users who need the same resources for their work; • The risk of contamination of workstations with computer viruses has become much greater due to the number of new viruses circulating on the Internet. This can become a much more critical problem since a contaminated workstation on 12 a network can infect other machines and even servers. In FGV various security measures against computer viruses are used. However, none of these is more efficient than making people aware of the problems that occur in relation to the improper use of information technology resources. Users are obliged to know and to respect the following rules related to the use of the Internet:
1. FGV’s standard navigator is Internet Explorer from Microsoft. Other similar products cannot be used without informing Service desk (Customer Service Nucleus) in advance;
2. Avoid using Internet services that do not add value to your daily work, such as downloading:
• Screen savers – some screen savers can slow down computers considerably; • Files and programs that are already available on the local network (for example: Internet Explorer, anti-virus programs);
3. When using the Internet, it is recommended that users:
• Use off-peak times (avoid commercial hours) to transfer files and for processing material that could potentially overload origin or destination networks; • Take all due precautions when accessing email from private internet service providers, and when this is done ensure that the anti-virus software of the workstation is updated;
4. The following is not permitted:
• Accessing sites with content incompatible with professional activities (such as, by way of example, pornography sites). We would also like to remind users that all Internet access is registered and can be audited at a later date if requested by superior levels of the administration; • Use of Internet chat programs (for example ICQ and chat rooms);
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• Use of programs to download and/or upload music, videos or any other type of file on the Internet on the FGV internal network. Video and sound files can only be used if required for academic and work purposes; • Listening to the radio and/or watching television over the Internet; • Publicizing of products and services by email without the explicit authorization of the person responsible. Sending messages without due authorization can compromise the name of the institution and result in complaints from those who receive these messages; • Distribution of emails of FGV users without their prior authorization; • Making web pages on workstations available to other users, as well as the installation of server programs to process these pages (web servers) without the authorization of DITI. In these cases we recommend the use of the already existing web servers.
c) Email
Email is a powerful tool that has now become indispensable and which has significantly contributed to increased communication between people and has made organizational processes more agile. By providing email access to students, we aim at extending the potential of individual and collective work and maximize the use of existing resources. It has, therefore, become necessary to respect rules of courtesy, thereby avoiding sending messages with offensive or improper messages, or which, in some way, go against the acceptable rules of good behavior, morals or customs. The following rules of netiquette must be followed:
1. Do not send messages with very large files (bigger than two megabytes). Always use a utility tool to compact the file annexed to the message (such as, for example, Winzip, Pkzip, ZipCentral);
2. If you want to send many files, in addition to compacting the files, try to send each file in a different message. Do not expect very large messages to reach their destination immediately. The use of email on the Internet gives a false impression that as soon as the user clicks the send button the message reaches its destination. The sending of a message suffers the same problems with slow speeds that exist in Web access;
3. Avoid the use of email to send propaganda, chain emails of any type, campaigns, notices, or any type of message 13 that is not strictly related to your work;
4. Avoid participating in solidarity chain emails over the Internet. Many people send these messages in good faith. However, most often the people who create these chain emails only aim to saturate mail servers and Internet links;
5. Do not use other email servers on the Internet to send SPAM (the sending of a large number of messages with the authorization of those to whom the messages are sent);
6. Do not distribute messages about viruses to other email users. Information about viruses should be sent to Service desk (e-mail: service [email protected], extension 6030), which will examine the truth of the information in question and if necessary release it to other users;
7. Avoid participating in discussion lists that are not related to your daily work. If you do not need any further information from a particular discussion list, do not forget to sign off the list;
8. Always check the email address of recipients before sending any messages:
• Usually ,error messages that state ‘User unknown’ mean that the message left FGV and reached the destination site, where the destination server found that the user did not exist, in other words that it did not recognize what came before the @ sign ([email protected]);
• Usually, error messages that state ‘Host unknown’ mean that the destination site does not exist, in other words what comes after the @ sign ([email protected]). In general, these error messages arrive more quickly than the former because our email server finds that the destination does not exist and informs the mail sender;
9. If you do not know the person who sent you an email (or if you have doubts about this person), avoid opening emails with unknown extensions. Some of these files can be simple programs that can wipe out the content of a local disk or cause other forms of damage to a computer. FGV email servers automatically block the majority of extensions of files that may contain viruses (such as, for example, BAT, EXE, COM, VBS, amongst other). Nevertheless, files may exist with other extensions not covered by the anti-virus program, and running these file can cause significant damage;
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10. The regular maintenance of your mailbox is recommended, including the following procedures:
• Do not leave large messages in the mailbox, copy them to private folders; • Use private folders to store messages; • Clean the Deleted Items folder on a daily basis. Outlook can be configured to exclude these items permanently from this folder whenever the program is finalized; • Clean the Sent Items folder regularly, moving important items to private folders;
11. The following are also recommended as good rules of conduct:
• Always complete the subject field in an email message; • Take care in writing messages, a badly written message can create problems of communication between the people involved; • Configure the automatic signature to facilitate your identification as the sender; • Configure the Outlook Out of Office Assistant when you are away from FGV (travelling, on holidays, etc); • Always check the size of your private folder file (PST). We strongly recommend that when the size of the file reaches 400 Megabytes it be copied to CDROM and reinitialized. We also recommend that this procedure be carried out by a Service desk technician.
Final considerations
These rules, which are necessary to define responsibilities, prevent abuses and ensure network stability, are not aimed at inhibiting or discouraging the creative, proficient and beneficial use of the facilities of the FGV network, the Internet and email. 14 If while reading this document you have any questions about any technical terms, we recommend you ask for Service desk’s help to clarify these issues.
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CPF CPF – Cadastro de Pessoa Física
CPF (Cadastro de Pessoa Física) is a type of social/tax registration number, used in Brazil for a number of activities, such as financial operations (e.g. to open a bank account), the acquisition of goods (e.g. buying a cell phone), make online purchases (e.g. airline and bus tickets) as well as other activities related to the public and private sector. The CPF number is recorded in a databank managed by Brazil’s Inland Revenue (Receita Federal do Brasil – RFB).
1. Where to Obtain a CPF Students wishing to acquire a CPF can go to any branch of Correios (Post Office), Banco do Brasil or Caixa Economica Federal, answer a few questions at the service desk and pay a fee of R$ 7.00.
Correios (Post Office) Praia de Botafogo, 324 – Botafogo Walking distance from FGV EBAPE: 9 minutes
2. Documents Required for Obtaining a CPF (Originals or Notarized Copies)
• A valid ID (in the case of an international student, this will be the passport). Although the ID document required from international students need not contain information regarding the parents of the owner of said document, it must be valid and (sometimes) it may need to be translated by an official, sworn translator 15
• Proof of a valid address. This can be any document that proves where you live (a phone, electricity or credit card bill issued in the last 90 days). If the name that is shown in the bill is of someone other than the applicant (e.g. your landlord) then the applicant will need to take a declaration signed by the owner of the apartment/house, attesting to the fact that the student lives at that address.
After you have applied for your CPF you will be given a Comprovante de Inscrição no CPF (a receipt which states you have applied for a CPF – yellow receipt). As soon as you receive it, check it carefully and if there are any errors, be sure to inform the service desk who will then make a formal request for a correction to be made.
3. Next Steps
You will then be required to go to an Unidade de Atendimento da Receita Federal (a branch of the Inland Revenue), in order to finalize your application. This you must do within 90 days of the day you apply for your CPF. If you do not go within this period, your application will be canceled. WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU GO AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AFTER YOU HAVE FILED YOUR APPLICATION.
When you go to the Unidade de Atendimento da Receita Federal you will need to bring with you the following documents:
• The receipt of payment of the fee of R$ 7.00 • Passport • Proof of residence • The Comprovante de Inscrição no CPF received at the moment you applied (yellow receipt) • A document which shows the names of your parents, in case that information is not available in your id or passport.
NOTE: YOU WILL RECEIVE AN ONLINE VERSION OF THE CARD, WHICH YOU CAN PRINT.
IMPORTANT: The information presented in this document is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate, and the source is the site of the “Receita Federal”.
We cannot, however, be held liable for any differing information provided by third parties or by the branches of the post office where15 the applicant acquires the CPF.
4. Obtaining Your CPF Abroad
SOURCE:
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE), in partnership with Brazil’s Federal Revenue Service (RFB), has implemented a new system to register Brazilian citizens and foreigners residing abroad in the National Register of Individuals (CPF). In this way, the process for obtaining the registration in the CPF has become simpler and can be done at the local Brazilian Embassy or Consulate.
In order to apply for registration in the CPF, the interested party should take the following steps:
1) Access the website of the IRS at
2) Present the printed form, or the protocol number, along with a copy of your personal (original) documents at a Diplomatic Mission with consular sector or in a Brazilian Consulate abroad. The required documents are listed below: For applicants aged 16 years or over: Document proving, unequivocally, the identity and nationality of the person concerned, as well as the city and date of birth; Electoral Title (only for Brazilians, who are obligated to vote, between the ages of 18 and 70); Electoral Justice Document attesting to the impossibility or lack of compulsory electoral enlistment, in the case of Brazilian citizens over 18 and under 70. For applicants under the age of 16: Document proving, unequivocally, the identity and nationality of the person concerned, as well as the naturalness and date of birth; Identification document of a parent, guardian, custodian or guardian by virtue of a judicial decision; 16 Document proving the affiliation, guardianship, custodianship or responsibility for custody, as the case may be, of incapable or impeded.
PLEASE NOTE: if the request is made by a proxy, you must also submit:
Identification document of the bearer of the Power of Attorney (“Attorney-in-Fact”); Power of Attorney, with notarized signature; Document of the attorney-in-fact who proves his or her own registration in the CPF.
3) Upon receipt of the required documents, the Consular Authority will process the applicant's application for registration and disclose their CPF number immediately;
4) Within 90 days of the date of request, the interested party may issue the proof of enrollment in the CPF on the website of the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service (through the link
NOTE: the electronic form for registration in the CPF can also be found in the English and Spanish versions: a) English Version:
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Aluno Online
Aluno online
FGV EBAPE has a resource entitled Aluno Online, which enables students to view online their grades, their transcripts, schedule, dates of exams, attendance, etc.
To access this resource you need to go to this webpage (www.fgv.br/srarj) and follow the steps below:
• Click on “ACESSAR”, at the student area, on left! You will be redirected to the Aluno Online login page.
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• Since you don’t have a password, click on the link at the end of the page “Esqueci a senha” (I forgot my password).
• Use your matrícula number in the “Informe sua matrícula” box and press “Enviar”. This will send your password to your email.
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Once you have your password, fill in the “Login” with your matrícula and the password you have received in your email.
When you access your page you will find 3 links:
• “Notas e Frequências”
• “Histórico Acadêmico”
• “Calendário de Faltas” 18
In the “Histórico Acadêmico” (Academic Transcript) section you will be able to see your grade against each subject. This is automatically updated every time a professor uploads the grades.
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E-class E-class
EBAPE uses a Learning Management System for posting its academic material, which we informally call E-Class (it is, in reality, a Blackboard).
Used for:
Posting information on the courses - Objectives, professors, course description, methodology, evaluation criteria, required readings, etc.
Uploading of teaching material - slides, class notes, articles, cases studies, exercises, papers, tutorials, videos, simulations, etc.
Controlled upload of files - to receive student’s work, sharing of files for group work, etc.
Real-time and asynchronous Electronic communication - Notice board, email-lists, discussion forums, chat, virtual classroom, etc.
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Library
Biblioteca Mario Henrique Simonsen
Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:15 am – 9:45 pm Saturday, 08:30 am – 12:30 pm General Information: Email address: [email protected] 20 Web page: www.fgv.br/biblioteca-rj
Collection:
BMHS has a collection of more than 200,000 books and leaflets and 1,300 periodicals, as well as theses, reports, papers, video tapes, CD-ROMs and other documents in the areas of economics, administration, finance, history of Brazil, Applied Mathematics political science and sociology. It also holds copies of everything published by FGV.
BMHS is open to the public from Monday to Friday, however, publications can only be borrowed by previously registered students.
The library offers guidance about the use of the Sophia System, the location of works on the shelves, and the use of databases (CDs and electronic periodicals). For this service ring extensions 5916 or 5918, with a minimum notice of 24 hours, and speak to one of the librarians.
Services:
• Consultation of local collection • Electronic periodicals • Domiciliary loans • Guided visits and training of users • Inter-library loans: COMUT • Reprography • Reservation of material • International Inter-library loans: CLADEA (Only • Consultation of databases over the Internet Articles) • Consultation of Internet
Library Rules and Regulations
Responsibilities of the User (to register with the library, the student needs to present his/her school badge):
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• Return borrowed material by the established due date. • Advise any change in your address/place of residence. • Pay all outstanding debt regarding fines, in case of delay in returning material. • Replace material or pay the replacement value, in case material gets lost or is damaged. • When entering the premises, please leave folders, books and bags in left-luggage (guarda-volumes). • Please remain silent at all times. • Switch off your cell phone.
Penalties In case of delay in returning borrowed material, a fine will be charged for each publication, as per below:
INTERNAL user EXTERNAL user R$1.00 per day R$2.00 per day
In case of loss or damage to borrowed material, in addition to the daily fines, the borrower will be obliged to replace the material with the most up-to-date issue (in case of books or special reference material) and replace periodicals with the same issue.
Material may be borrowed again if user has no outstanding issues with the library, such as failure to return material after loan period, debt regarding fines or loss/damage to material.
N.B.: The Virtual System will automatically send users, who have previously registered, an email message informing them of the end of the loan period. Failure to receive this message does not exempt users from penalties regarding delay. Ensure that you frequently check the due dates of the material in your possession, via https://sb.fgv.br/catalogo- rj/ > Login > Circ.Renovação
Borrowing Terms
Category Quantity of material Loan period 11 28 days: book 7 days: periodical, thesis and FGV Faculty 11 publications dissertation 3 days: video 6 months – deposit 14 days: book Postgraduate Stricto Sensu 11 publications 7 days: periodical, thesis and dissertation
Postgraduate Lato Sensu Diploma Alumni 7 days: book, periodical; External user 5 publications thesis and dissertation Undergraduate Member of Staff Intern
Libraries 3 publications 7 days: book, periodical
N.B.: Reference material such as encyclopedias, dictionaries, maps, special collections and rare works are only available upon special request and must remain within the Library premises.
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Renewal of loaned material:
Can be done up to 5 times for a period equal to that of the loan period, if material has not been previously reserved (done online only).
N.B.: The Librarian has the discretion to suspend library membership, including access to the Internet, to borrowers who fail to return items or fail to pay charges after due notification or otherwise fail to comply with these rules and regulations. Renewal can only be done online, therefore, the following steps must be followed:
1. Click on: https://sb.fgv.br/catalogo-rj/
2. Among the list of options, select “Login” in order to access your user account.
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3. Your details will be requested in order to proceed with the connection. Please note that your “Código de Acesso” (access code) is the number code that is in your student badge, and that the “Senha” (password) is your passport number (minus the letters).
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4. The option “Circ./Renovação” will allow you to request the renewal of books already on loan.
5. Should you have any questions regarding the steps above or any general enquiries, please ask the attendant at the Balcão de Empréstimos (Loans) on the 7th floor (where the Library is located), for assistance.
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Housing Housing
As one of the world’s top tourist destinations, the supply of privately-let accommodation is quite varied in Rio de Janeiro and below we list some links to help you find the most suitable accommodation. Please note that Fundação Getulio Vargas does not have its own housing (residences), therefore out-of-town and international students will need to seek private accommodation. Although staff at the International Office is not able to find private accommodation on a student’s behalf, they can give help and advice on finding somewhere to live.
Category Quanti FGV EBAPE’s International Office has listed the service providers below for information purposes only. FGV EBAPE’s International Office does not provide endorsement of the services provided whatsoever, whether expressed, implied, or statutory. In no respect shall FGV EBAPE’s International Office incur any liability for any personal injuries, theft, loss or damage of personal property, or any occurrence arising out of, resulting from, or any way connected to the use of the services listed. ty of ma
Useful links
1. Bed and Breakfast
The Cama e Café Network is a Brazilian adapted version of the bed and breakfast system, originated in Ireland, by which visitors stay at a house or a local resident, who offers, every day, a delicious breakfast, included in the rate. The model fits perfectly the personality of Brazilians, who are captivating and hospitable by nature. A reservations central service structure serves as agent to a network of hosting residences. It connects the guest and the host, offers 14 information about the residences and their rates, and keeps track of payments. What makes Came e Café Network unique is the opportunity for a traveler to be around locals on a daily basis, experiencing their habits and their culture.
Website: www.camaecafe.com.br
2. Easy Quarto
A well-known website for those seeking to arrange a roommate in Rio. It has more than 35,000 roommate ads!
Website: www.easyquarto.com.br
3. Zap
The site classified ZAP is the most complete, modern and efficient portal of the Brazilian Internet classifieds, segmented into four channels: property (houses, apartments, flats), autos (cars and motorcycles), jobs (jobs and resumes) and mix (opportunities and business). It brings together in one place those interested in buying, selling or renting products and services or hire professionals
Website: www.zap.com.br
4. Hostelworld
Cast aside those fears of sharing your space with overgrown boy scouts - today’s hostel is a world apart and changing for the better all the time. Hostelworld.com offers reservations at international youth hostels, independent hostels, backpacker hostels and budget hotels in every corner of the world.
Website: www.hostelworld.com
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5. Rio Apartments
Most of the apartments are located in Copacabana and Ipanema. There are all kinds of apartments from small studios to large penthouses and luxury penthouse apartment. They are all safe located close to shopping, nightlife and the beach! They also offer vacation rentals in other parts of Brazil in different sizes.
Website: http://www.rioapartments.se/
6. Rent in Rio
Rio de Janeiro’s Highest Quality Apartments, Flats, Penthouses, and Hotels.
Website: www.rentinrio.com.br
7. Ananab Guesthouse
This is a hostel (pensão) recommended by a former international student.
Website: http://ananab.com
8. Rio Flat Hunter
Rio Flat Hunter is exclusively dedicated to finding your apartment, according to your specifications, and its services exclusively address the needs of those concerned with saving their money and their nerves. From the identification of your needs until you enter your new home, Rio Flat Hunter will represent and advise you throughout the commercial and administrative process.
Website: http://www.rioflathunter.com/
9. Rio Apartment Rentals
Rio Apartment Rentals offers vacation rentals in Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon. 15 Website: http://www.rioapartmentrentals.com/
10. Vem pro Rio
The Vem pro Rio is an agency specializing in reliable hosting for people to advertise, discover and booking unique accommodations in Rio de Janeiro, hosting the varying prices to suit every taste in more than 200 properties in the city.
Website: http://vemprorio.hospedagemdesites.ws/site/
11. Rei Moradias
A Facebook group where exchange students or their friends post info on available accommodation.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/REIRIOmoradias/
12. Airbnb
Airbnb is a peer-to-peer online marketplace and homestay network enabling people to list or rent short-term lodging in residential properties, with the cost of such accommodation set by the property owner
Website: https://www.airbnb.com.br/
13. Housing Anywhere
Housing Anywhere is a housing platform where people can rent out rooms to international students. It originally started as a platform where outgoing exchange students can rent out their rooms when they go abroad. Incoming exchange students can rent these rooms. Nowadays, it's a global platform where demand & supply of rooms for international students meets each other
Website: https://housinganywhere.com/pt/
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Did you Know that?
Did you know that...
Brazil is the world’s fifth largest country by both population (approximately 210 million and geographical area (3,287,597 square miles). It borders every other South American nation, barring Ecuador and Chile, and makes up 47 per cent of the continent (source – Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics – IBGE)
Brazil’s total area is larger than the contiguous 48 American States.
Brazil is the world’s 8th biggest economy, according to the Center for Economics and Business Research.
São Paulo has the largest economy by GDP of any city in the Southern Hemisphere (and 11th overall).
Brazil is the largest domestic economy in Latin America, accounting for close to 50% of South America´s GDP (Source: UKTI). 16
Brazil has been the world’s largest producer of coffee for the last 150 years and is also the largest exporter of soybeans and sugar cane.
The Brazilian company Embraer is the world’s fourth-largest commercial aircraft manufacturer.
The fourth largest regional market of automobiles in the world and seventh largest producer of vehicles in the world (UKTI/Statista).
Brazil has the largest healthcare market in Latin America, evaluated at approximately 21 billion dollars (source – UKTI).
75% of all equities in Latin America are traded on BM&F BOVESPA-NOVA BOLSA: Founded in 1890, today BM&F Bovespa is the largest stock exchange in South America and 8th largest in the world by market capitalization (Source: MarketWatch 2015).
Brazil hosted the 2014 Football World Cup and the 2016 Olympics.
Brazil ranks 4th in the world in number of cell phone users. (Source: Census USA).
Brazil ranks 5th in the world in number of internet users. (Source: Census USA).
Brazil is the second largest world manufacturer of denim and sixth largest textile manufacturer (Source: Brazilian Trade Association for the Textile Industry - ABIT).
Brazil is self-sufficient in the production of cotton, producing 9.8 billion pieces of clothing, being a world reference in beachwear, Jeanswear and home wear (Source: ABIT). 16
Brazil is the world’s third largest beauty market.
Brazil has the world’s largest reserves of tropical forest, biodiversity and flows of fresh water (25%). It has the world’s largest underground reservoir (Guarani Aquifer). (Source – The Daily Telegraph)
The Amazon River is the world’s largest by volume of water discharged. Around 209,000 cubic metres per second flow into the Atlantic Ocean – more than the next seven largest rivers combined and enough to fill Lake Baikal – the world’s deepest lake – in less than four years. During the wet season the river is up to 30 miles wide. (Source – The Daily Telegraph)
Brazil is the world’s largest renewable energy market, thanks to its hydropower and its long established bio ethanol industry, the latter of which has thrived alongside the country’s sugarcane industry. (Source – The Daily Telegraph)
The largest port in South America is Santos, in the State of São Paulo. It is the point of access for most imports from Europe. . (Source – The Daily Telegraph)
Brazil has more than 4,000 airports – more than any other country other than the US (which has a remarkable 13,513). . (Source – The Daily Telegraph)
Oscar Niemeyer, the chief architect of Brasilia’s public buildings, has designed more than 500 structures, most of which can be found in Brazil. The distinctive Cathedral of Brasilia is one of his most famous. It features 16 90-ton columns and a 66-foot bell tower, entrance is via an underground tunnel, and inside are three angels suspended by steel cables. . (Source – The Daily Telegraph)
Brazil has 20 Unesco World Heritage Sites. Among the best known is the Iguacu National Park, home to one 17 of the world’s largest and most impressive waterfalls at 1.7 miles wide and with a total of 275 drops. It is also occupied by several rare and endangered species, among them the giant otter and the giant anteater. The newest is the Pampulha Modern Ensemble, a garden city project by Oscar Niemeyer, added by Unesco in 2016. (Source – The Daily Telegraph)
Brazil is a world leader in the following sectors (Source: www.brasil.gov.br):
• Second largest exporter of soy complex (grain, meal • Largest producer of regional aircraft and the fourth and oil); largest producer of commercial aircraft; • Second largest producer of iron ore; • Largest producer of coffee, oranges and guaraná; • Second largest producer of organic food; • Largest producer of sugar cane (along with India); • Third largest producer of soft drinks; • Largest producer of eucalyptus pulp; • Third largest consumer market for cosmetics; • Largest exporter of beef and poultry and the fourth largest exporter of pork; • Third largest producer of shoes;
• Largest exporter of sugar and orange juice; • Third largest producer of bauxite;
• Largest exporter and second largest producer of • Third largest producer of fruits; ethanol; • Third largest producer of GM foods.
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Also highlighted are the following sectors:
Mobile phones and home computers (fifth largest market in the world), vehicles (sixth largest producer), rubber (fifth largest industry in the world), chemicals (seventh largest in the world), steel (eighth largest producer) and also the largest commercial livestock herd in the world, more than 198 million head of cattle.
Here are a few websites that will provide useful background on Brazil, its market and current political and economic conditions:
The Economist – www.economist.com Latin Trade magazine (US site) – www.latintrade.com Folha de S.Paulo (Portuguese only) – www.folha.uol.com.br Estado de S.Paulo newspaper – www.estadao.com.br Brazil Development Bank – www.bndes.gov.br/SiteBNDES/ Brazil Central Bank – www.bcb.gov.br ApexBrasil – Trade and Investment Promotion Agency – www.apexbrasil.com.br Brazilian Government Portal – www.brasil.go.br
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Notes for Visitors 2017
General notes on Brazil
Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world. It is 3 times the size of India and its total area is larger than the contiguous 48 American States. The country is divided into five regions: the North, the Northeast, the Central West, the South and the Southeast.
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Map extracted from http://www.brasil.gov.br/informe.htm
Brazil’s name is derived from the ember-red color of a rare wood, pau-brasil (Brazil-wood). Discovered in 1500, Brazil had its birthplace in the State of Bahia. Brazil was initially occupied along the coast and expanded westward during the 17th century. During the 18th century, with the discovery of gold, the already continental territory was consolidated in Minas Gerais. In 1763, Rio de Janeiro became the capital of the country. At the end of the 19th century, in 1889, the former Empire was transformed into a Federative Republic. In 1961, the capital was transferred to Brasilia, in the heart of the Central Plateau.
To find out more about the history of Brazil, visit: http://www.geographia.com/brazil/brazihistory.htm
Brazil is a large exporter of industrialized products, technology and engineering services, e.g. cars, consumer goods, highways, airports, deep water oil prospecting, hydroelectric generating projects, as well as of raw materials and agricultural products. The Brazilian electronic banking system is sophisticated.
Many major multinational banks and companies have had representation in the country for a long time, e.g. HSBC, Lloyds, BAT, Glaxo, Reckitt & Colman, Zeneca, Uni-Lever, RTZ, Shell, Rolls Royce, Pilkington, General Motors, Ford, Volkswagen, Siemens, Rhone-Poulenc, etc.
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Brazil is a democratic federal republic, consisting of 27 states and the Federal Capital, Brasilia. The country’s political organization is based on a system of tripartite power: the Executive, the Legislative and the Judiciary Branch of Government. The President is elected with a mandate of four years with the possibility of re-election. The Presidency has wide powers, including the power to veto decisions of Congress. The Legislative Branch of Government, represented by the National Congress, is bicameral, consisting of the Chamber of Deputies and the Federal Senate. The states are autonomous. Their heads, the governors, are elected for a term of four years. President Dilma Roussef, of the Workers’ Party, was re-elected in October 2013, and after an impeachment process, her Vice-President, Michel Temer, took office as interim President.
• Area: Eight and a half million square kilometers, with 7,367 kilometers of Atlantic coastline.
• Population: 204,450,649, according to data provided by IBGE (Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics), from August 2015.
• Language: Brazil’s official language is Portuguese. Spanish is very similar to Portuguese and Brazilians understand it easily. If you feel the need to speak Spanish make it clear you are aware it is not the national tongue. Most Brazilians do not speak or understand much English. However, most are helpful to foreigners, and in the more expensive hotels and restaurants and in large companies, particularly in the major capital cities, you will be usually understood.
• Religion: There is religious freedom, with no official religion. However, over 100 million people profess to be Roman Catholics. Diverse evangelical cults have approximately 30 million followers. Statistics on animistic manifestations, such as spiritism, umbanda and candomblé, are unreliable; but it is estimated that they have a total of approximately 5 million adherents.
1. Entry Requirements
• Visa: All students are required to obtain a visa before entering Brazil; therefore, we recommend you contact the Brazilian Consulate nearest to your place of residence for information on obtaining a student visa. 20 • Letter of Acceptance (if the consulate has given it back to you or you have a copy): please have it with you upon arrival in Brazil to help explain the purpose of your visit, although the visa should be sufficient.
• Immigration Form: Before landing, passengers are given a form to be completed and handed over to the Brazilian immigration authorities at the international airports, who will stamp your passport and give you back a copy of the form you have completed. Keep it carefully with your passport, as it will be requested when you leave the country.
• Customs: Visitors are recommended to declare to customs authorities articles such as cameras, notebook computers, and gifts bought for Brazilian contacts. They will not usually be dutiable, but declaring them on entry will avoid possible delay on departure. Duty Free in Brazilian airports are usually open to arriving international travelers.
2. Registering with the Federal Police
All visitors to Brazil wishing to remain for over three months will need to register with the Polícia Federal (Federal Police) within 30 days of arrival in this country.
Students must report to the nearest Federal Police office (in Rio de Janeiro, it is located at Tom Jobim International Airport, Terminal 1, 3rd Floor). Once you have registered you will be allowed multiple entries to Brazil, until your visa expires.
Before you get to the Federal Police Office, you will need to follow the steps in the link below:
Access: http://www.pf.gov.br/servicos-pf/estrangeiro/cedula-de-identidade-de-estrangeiro/registro-e-emissao- renovacao-de-cedula-de-identidade-de-estrangeiro/application-for-aliens2019-registration-issuance-renewal-or- duplicate-of-an-alien2019s-identity-card
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What to take to the Federal Police:
• Your passport, along with the photocopy of every page that has any markings on it (visas, entry and exit stamps), including the identification page.
• Original (no photocopies will be accepted) Pedido de Visto Consular (Visa application Form). You will have received this form from the Brazilian Consulate where you’ve obtained the visa (it is usually stapled to your passport).
• Two recent photos, on white background (3cmx4cm i.e., 1”x1½”).
• Requerimento de Registro – this form is provided at the Federal Police Office and has to be completed upon your arrival.
• The payment stubs for both the 140082 GRU and the 140120 GRU (R$ 106.45 and R$ 204.77 fees) forms.
Here you’ll need a phone number and a valid address where you can receive mail. The ID cards, for which you have paid the requested fee, will be available for pick up at the Federal Police.
You will be finger-printed and the Federal Police will issue a receipt (protocolo) that will be your ID until the permanent one is available for pick up at the Federal Police.
Failure to register with the Federal Police will result in a fine and/or possible expulsion from Brazil. Payment of any fine resulting from failure to meet the requirements is entirely the student’s responsibility. We recommend that you bring with you the payment receipts every time you return to Brazil.
It is important to note that, to enter the Federal Police Office you will need to be appropriately dressed (no shorts, mini- 21 skirts, sleeveless T-shirts, or flip-flops).
In Case You Can’t Make an Appointment before the 30-day deadline
The Federal Police strongly advises foreigners to try not to exceed the 30-day-from-arrival deadline. For those who haven’t been able to find an appointment within that time, the Federal Police instructs them to proceed to the Federal Police Office as soon as possible.
Identification Cards:
The mandatory registration with the Federal Police will also give you an official ID card that can be picked up when ready. You don’t have to be alarmed if you do not receive it by the time you leave the country since the protocolo can be used as a temporary ID for all intents and purposes. The ID card can substitute the passport for most identification purposes; however the passport might be required for check cashing in banks. For travel purposes, both within Brazil and elsewhere, the passport should be used.
3. Money
Currency:
The unit of currency is the “Real” (R$) implemented as from July 1994. Notes in circulation include: 100 reais (R$100), 50 reais (R$50), 20 reais (R$20), 10 reais (R$10), 5 reais (R$5), and 2 reais (R$2). Coins in circulation include: 1 real (R$1), 50 centavos (R$0.50), 25 centavos (R$0.25), 10 centavos (R$0.10), 5 centavos (R$0.05) and 1 centavo (R$0.01).
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Exchanging Currency:
You can exchange currency at the airport, where there are bureaux de change (Casas de Câmbio) with varying opening hours.
At Rio de Janeiro’s International airport, there are two places where you can exchange your money:
Get Money Terminal 1 - Arrivals (ground floor) Opening hours 6 am to 12 am (midnight)
Banco Safra Terminal 1 – International arrivals (ground floor) Terminal 2 – Ground floor, near the Free Shop and Customs 22 Terminal 2 – First floor: mezzanine, near food court and Duty Free Shops (to the left of Passport Control) Terminal 2 – Second floor: between check-in aisles “F” and “G” Opening hours: 24 hours, seven days a week
ATM’s Terminal 1: . Travel ATM (24 hour withdrawal) “Banco 24 Horas” – Terminal 1, ground floor, half-way between domestic and international arrivals; . Bradesco Bank ATM: Terminal 1, second floor, in the Food Court; . Caixa Econômica ATM: Terminal 1, second floor, to the left of the Food Court, near Itaú and Banco do Brasil banks. Terminal 2: . Banco 24 Horas, Bradesco, Caixa Economica, Itaú, Santander and HSBC: ground floor, domestic arrivals; . HSBC: first floor, near the Food Court.
For further information, check: http://www.riogaleao.com/places-categories/todos-os-servicos/
It might be worth your changing roughly US$50-R$100 into local currency, at least enough to pay for the cab to your hotel/flat.
Hotels can change small amounts of US Dollars into cash and US Dollar Travelers Checks on the spot. They generally give higher rates of exchange and may have little cash at weekends. Better exchange rates are available from banks, but the process can be time-consuming. You will need your passport to exchange money. US$ exchange rates are published daily in the newspapers (commercial and travel rates).
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TIP: Obtaining change in Brazil is almost a daily hurdle. Ensure you have a good supply of smaller denomination bills (such as R$2, R$5 and R$10), rather than fifties or hundred. Cab drivers, for instance, very rarely have (or pretend not to) change.
Credit Cards:
The main Brazilian cities are well equipped with an extensive network of ATMs and accept all the major credit cards (VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Diners Club). To know if your credit card will work in cash dispensers check for the sign of which credit card companies are accepted.
Those marked Banco 24 Horas (usually found in supermarkets and gas stations) will dispense cash for most international cards, however we recommend foreigners to avoid using them since it isn’t uncommon to hear issues with card cloning in those ATMs. Non-ATM cash advances against credit cards are possible (e.g. at some banks), but the process can be complicated.
Please be advised that you might not be able to withdraw cash from an ATM after 22:00.
4. Personal Security Advice in Brazil
Useful Numbers:
Tourist Police (DEAT): (21) 2332-2924 (Av. Afrânio de Melo Franco, 159 – Leblon) Police: 190 Ambulance:192 Fire: 193 Levels of crime and violence can be high, especially in major cities; therefore, you should be vigilant, especially when going out after dark. Nevertheless, you may take comfort in the knowledge that the vast majority of visits in Rio 23 de Janeiro take place without incidents. Below are suggestions of some precautions you should take during your stay: Avoid carrying large quantities of cash and valuable objects (expensive cameras, etc.). Brazilian law requires that everyone carry identification at all times. It is advisable not to carry your original passport with you, but, rather, have a copy of the main pages (number, identification and visa, if any). If possible, carry some form of photo ID, like a Driver’s License. Beware of pickpockets, particularly on public transport and on beaches. Never leave personal belongings unattended. Expensive watches and large wedding rings offer unnecessary temptation. Do not wear them. Bring plastic/costume jewelry if you want to wear any at all. In the unlikely event that you are threatened, hand over whatever you are carrying without delay. DO NOT RESIST. Always carry some money to hand over to a mugger, to avoid dangerous disappointment. Do not walk alone on the streets when it is dark or at any time in deserted areas. It is not advisable to walk alone along the beach or by the lagoon at night, even though these places are very well lit.
5. Health and Medical Care
Most Brazilian cities have a number of health care services available, ranging from modern state-of-the-art facilities to poorly equipped units. It is a good idea to become familiar with the well-regarded health care providers in the city you will be visiting. There are 24-hour pharmacies on all main shopping streets, and the pharmacists can help with simple health problems. Brazilian doctors tend to be specialists rather than general physicians.
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Health Insurance:
International students should acquire adequate health insurance before coming to Brazil. In case of accidents or illness, usually the student pays upfront and then claims back from the insurance company host hospitals accept credit cards.
24 hour Pharmacy – Drogaria Pacheco Av. Nossa Senhora de Copacabana, 115 - Copacabana Tel.(21) 2295-7555, (21) 2295-5103
FGV Health Center:
FGV has a health center with a General Practitioner located on the 15th floor, and, as an international student you will have access to this service. The center is open from 8:00 to 22:00 and there is a doctor available from 9:00 to 13:30 and from 14:00 to 16:00.
Find out the best and nearest hospital to go to in case of an emergency. If you want to make a routine appointment, request references for a medical practitioner from a reliable source. You can check with your consulate or your contact at Fundação Getulio Vargas. Additionally, hotels can usually find appropriate doctors or dentists if you need one.
Private Hospitals in Rio de Janeiro:
• Hospital Samaritano Website: http://www.hsamaritano.com.br/index.php Rua Bambina, 98 – Botafogo Tel: (21) 2537-9722 Fax: (21) 2537-8983 Emergency: (21) 2535-4000
• Clínica de Saúde Pinheiro Machado 24 Website: http://www.cspm.com.br/site/ Rua Pinheiro Machado, 151 – Laranjeiras Tel: (21) 2125-4882
• Copa D’Or Hospital Wesbite: http://www.copador.com.br Rua Figueiredo de Magalhães, 875 – Copacabana Tel: (21) 2545-3600
• Policlínica Botafogo Wesbite: http://www.policlinicadebotafogo.com.br Avenida Pasteur, 72 – Botafogo Tel: (21) 2295-3080 Emergency: (21) 2244-8744 Immunization:
Although the Brazilian government does not require any specific immunizations for adults coming to Brazil, we recommend that you bring along your immunization record (International Certificates of Vaccination) or some other official statement showing which vaccinations you have had. The record must show the date of the vaccination and the type of serum used.
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6. Telecommunications
Telephone:
You can make local, inter-city and international calls by buying telephone cards at the airport, from bars or newspaper stands.
• To place an international call: 00 31 or 00 21 + country code + area code + telephone number. • To place a call to other Brazilian cities: 0 31 or 0 21 + area code + telephone number.
If you wish to buy a local cell phone, there are several different cell phone providers throughout Brazil. The companies which provide national coverage are: Vivo, Tim, Claro and Oi. It is a good idea to check with each one to find about special offers they may be having that might best suit your needs. Please note that anyone wishing to purchase a cell phone in Brazil will need to have a CPF, which is a national tax number (for information on obtaining a CPF, please read the specific chapter about it, within your Welcome Pack).
Wide Band Internet:
In Rio, there are two major providers: Virtua and Velox. Virtua is associated with cable TV NET and may offer special deals if you request both services. Velox is associated with the cellular phone provider Oi and may have joint offers as well. Ask!
7. Getting Around in Rio de Janeiro
From the Airport:
If you’re not being collected at the airport, we recommend that you take a pre-paid airport taxi. It is safest to travel by a 35 pre-paid airport taxi rather than a metered common taxi.
The regular taxi kiosks are located across the hall, as you exit customs and enter the ARRIVALS lounge. There are a number of cooperative taxis, which charge high fares, but if you opt for either AEROTAXI or AEROCOOP, then their tariffs are more reasonable (they are the regular taxis that are permitted to operate at the Galeão airport). You can pay a flat rate at the kiosk (please see photo of the kiosks below) and with the voucher proceed to the taxi rank. A trip to FLAMENGO will cost R$54 (Bandeira 1) or R$63 (Bandeira 2).
“Bandeira” or “Bandeirada” are taxi fare regimes, which change depending on whether it is after a certain hour of the night or a particular holiday. Bandeira 2 is in place between 6 am and 9 pm, Monday to Saturday, all day Sunday, as well as during public holidays, or as otherwise determined by City Hall. Be prepared to pay extra for pieces of luggage (R$2.30 per piece) carried in the trunk of the car. It is not advisable to use the shared airport limousine minibus services.
Find out the bus options for getting to and from RIO galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport, including fares and the best routes: http://www.riogaleao.com/en/transport- parking/buses/ and http://www.shuttlerio.com.br/home/en/traslado_privativo/
ATTENTION: there are a number of individuals accosting passengers (particularly foreigners) offering taxi services. IGNORE THEM and proceed straight to the taxi kiosk, referred to above.
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Taxis:
One of the best ways for foreigners to get around Rio is by taxi. Taxis in the city centers are plentiful and you can stop the regular taxis (taxi comuns – yellow cars) on the streets, find them at the taxi ranks, or book them by phone. Fares are payable in accordance with the meter, which shows the precise fare to be paid in local currency. When paying, it is customary to round up the fare to the nearest Real.
There are many taxi companies mobile phone apps which make it easier and safer to get a cab to get around in Rio, the most used ones are “Easy Taxi” and “99 Taxis”; the mobile apps allow you to choose method of payment and to see which car is picking you up. An alternative to taxis is Uber, which is increasingly gaining ground in Rio’s market and offers good service with cheaper rates.
It is not usual to tip. Beware that because of the heavy traffic, journeys can take much longer than you might think, especially during the rush hour between 7:30 – 10:00 and 17:00 – 20:00. Do not assume that cabbies will speak English, and do not expect to pay in anything but in Reais.
Metrô (Subway System):
The subway system in Rio is good, cheap, safe, clean and quick, but it does not cover much of the city, as it is relatively small. 36
The subway operates from 5:00 to Midnight from Monday to Saturday, and from 7:00 to 23:00 on Sundays and public holidays. You may buy the tickets at the ticket kiosks inside the stations from 5:00 to 22:00.
There are two possible options regarding the subway tickets:
1) The Pre-paid card, which is rechargeable, and can be used several times. The first charge must be at least R$ 5,00 and the minimum recharge is also R$ 5,00. 2) The Single (Unitário) ticket, which allows you to take the subway only once (single journey). It costs R$ 4,30.
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Buses:
You can go anywhere by bus within the city, but make sure you know what bus number you need beforehand. Although they are generally safe during the day, they should be avoided late at night. Understanding the city bus routes is easy but a good city map will help. You can check these sites for more information on the bus lines and their itineraries:
http://www.vadeonibus.com.br/home | http://www.rioonibus.com/guia_de_itinerarios
IMPORTANT: In Rio there is now a different bus transportation system between Zona Sul (South Zone) and Centro (Center/Downtown) called “Troncal”.
Troncal was developed to ease the bottleneck caused by too many bus lines circulating through Zona Sul, especially in Copacabana and Ipanema, helping link one end of the city to another.
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8. Travelling in Brazil
By Plane:
Due to its continental proportions, it is faster and easier to visit other parts of Brazil by plane, even though air travel here can be quite expensive. The main national carriers that fly from Rio’s national (Santos Dumont) and International (Tom Jobim) airports are TAM, GOL and AZUL.
It is important to carry with you some form of identification.
Travel documents accepted for foreign passengers:
• Passport;
• Cédula de Identidade de Estrangeiro – CIE (RNE): For those foreigners who have a permanent residency permit (if the final document has not yet been issued, the traveler may use the receipt document - protocolo) for a maximum period of 180 days from the day the request for the document was filed;
• Diplomatic or consular ID or similar legal travel document, as per diplomatic agreements.
NOTE: In case the travel document has been lost or stolen, a Boletim de Ocorrência – BO (police report), may be accepted, provided it has been issued within 60 days.
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Some of the most popular internal flight times are:
• Rio de Janeiro - Belo Horizonte: 50m • Rio de Janeiro - Manaus: 5h
• Rio de Janeiro - Brasília: 1h 30m • Rio de Janeiro - Natal: 3h
• Rio de Janeiro - Campo Grande: 3h 30m • Rio de Janeiro - Porto Alegre: 2h
• Rio de Janeiro - Curitiba: 1h 30m • Rio de Janeiro - Recife: 2h 45m
• Rio de Janeiro - Fortaleza: 4h 25m • Rio de Janeiro - Salvador: 2h
• Rio de Janeiro - Foz do Iguaçu: 3h • Rio de Janeiro - São Paulo: 55m
It is also worth remembering that some scheduled flights from Europe fly first to São Paulo and then on to Rio de Janeiro. When that is the case, the return flights are the reverse, so visitors looking to fly on to other cities in Brazil or return from them, should look for connecting flights with São Paulo.
By Bus (Coach):
Despite the distances involved, it is possible to travel from Brazil to another country by bus. The journey to Buenos Aires from Rio de Janeiro, for example, takes 44 hours and covers some 2,900 km (1,800 mi). Reservations should be made in advance through a travel agent or at the bus terminal. Immigration formalities take place at the respective borders.
Nationally, there is an extensive internal bus service linking all the main Brazilian cities. While this is an inexpensive way to view the country, distances can be considerable.
Distance by road from Rio de Janeiro to some of the main Brazilian cities: 38 • Belém: 3,240 km – 2,014 mi • Natal: 2,680 km – 1,709 mi
• Belo Horizonte: 442 km – 275 mi • Porto Alegre: 1,555 km – 963,1 mi
• Brasília: 1,140 km – 711 mi • Recife: 2,460 km – 1,529 mi
• Curitiba: 835 km – 520 mi • Salvador: 1,726 km – 1,051 mi
• Fortaleza: 2,900 km - 1,771 mi • Santarém: 3,856 km – 2,404 mi
• Foz do Iguaçu: 1,500 km – 932 mi • Santos: 500 km – 311 mi
• João Pessoa: 2,575 km – 1,600 mi • São Paulo: 429 km – 266 mi
• Manaus: 4,410 km – 2,741 mi • Vitória: 525 km – 319 mi
By comparison, London is 664 km (413 mi) from Edinburgh and 325 km (202 mi) from Manchester. Brazil has over one million miles of roads.
9. General Information
Tipping:
Waiters’ tips are usually included in the bill (it is shown as “service charge”, usually of 10%). When not included in the bill, recommended tips range from 10% to 15%. It is also customary to tip other attendants such as doormen, car park valets, supermarket hands etc. A tip of R$ 5.00 is fine.
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Electricity:
In Rio the voltage is 110 volts (220 volts in some hotels, check first) AC at 60 cycles. The electrical outlets system now consists of three round plugs, however, previously they were two flat or round pins. Both systems may be found on appliances and wall sockets. Most hotels have dual voltage sockets for electric shavers. If you are taking a laptop computer, the telephone jack is of the American type. Check before you plug.
Clothing:
For meetings, exhibitions, cocktail parties, a suit (matching outfit for women) is normal, especially in business circles. On other occasions clothing is relaxed. The seasons in Brazil are the opposite of those in the Northern Hemisphere. In the Southern states, winters can be cold, cardigans and blazers are suitable; better still, warm layers to wear with light clothes. It can be hot any time of the year, though in major cities most people stick to business attire where required, despite a degree of discomfort.
Climate:
Annual average in Rio is 16ºC-25ºC. During Winter 5ºC-20ºC and Summer 30ºC-35ºC. The weather is very hot and humid in the summer (November-February), and during this season, you should expect summer thunderstorms, which can leave some streets knee high in water. Winter (June-September) is mild, with occasional colder days, but a light sweater is usually enough.
ENSURE YOU WEAR SUNCREEN DURING THE DAY. TIP: We recommend you bring sunscreen from home, as it is quite expensive in Brazil.
Business Hours in Brazil:
• Banks: Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 16:00 39 • Government Offices: Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 17:00 • Business and Industry: Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00 • High Street Shops: Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 19:00 • Shopping Malls: Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 22:00; Sunday from 15:00 to 21:00 • Pharmacies: Sunday to Saturday from 8:00 to 22:00
Water:
Tap water is not to be drunk in Brazil. The safest is to drink mineral water. There is no need, however, to use mineral water for personal wash and tooth brushing. It is highly advisable, however, to disinfect fresh produce before consumption: wash thoroughly and soak for 10 minutes in water with a few drops of vinegar or chlorine for salads (e.g. “clor-in”).
Drinks:
The standard aperitif is caipirinha, made of fresh lime juice, sugar, sugarcane spirit (cachaça) and ice (be warned - a normal-sized caipirinha contains alcohol equivalent in strength to about two US doubles!). Local beer is mostly of lager- type, and of good quality. Try chopp (local draft beer) and guaraná (local soft drink, made from a fruit originally from the Amazon). Local wine is improving, especially the ones from the south.
In restaurants, some coffee shops, snack bars and bars you should try natural and fresh tropical fruit juices. Coconut milk (água de coco) is very reasonable, refreshing (particularly good for curing those hangovers!). There are some juices mixed with milk that are called vitaminas, they’re made with an infinity of mixtures of fruits such as mangoes, acerolas, pineapples, bananas, oranges and guavas. There is also an alcoholic drink called batida, a typically Brazilian drink mixed with ice cubes, fruit, sugar, milk or condensed milk and cachaça.
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Food:
The country has a rich regionalized cuisine. Each region has its festive food, but the feijoada, from Rio de Janeiro, is considered by many the most typical Brazilian dish. It consists of a big casserole of black beans with a thick juice cooked together with salty, fresh, and smoked meat (usually pork). In Rio de Janeiro and any other major capital in Brazil you can get the cuisine of almost everywhere in the world, good quality food at reasonable prices, because of the diversity of the immigration: Italian, Chinese, Japanese, French, etc. Other dishes worth trying in Brazil are Muqueca (stewed fish) and Rodízio or Churrasco (barbecued meat and poultry).
Social Etiquette:
Brazilians are generally friendly and relaxed. Shake hands every time you meet or take leave of a Brazilian (even if you have met the person previously the same day). Among women, it is normal to exchange kisses on the cheek (but not a rule). Back-slapping (men) and hugging (women) between friends and acquaintances is commonplace.
Visitors should keep appointments at the stated hour until they are aware of the situation locally. In Rio punctuality is generally expected, but in other states this may be more flexible. A ten-minute delay is acceptable. Due to heavy traffic that can occur at any hour in the city, people are usually understanding of delays, but a phone call is expected.
Final Considerations:
Whether you are going to the beach, sight-seeing or partying late into the night, we would recommend that you carry copies of important documents (such as passports) and leave the originals in a safe place, refrain from carrying large amounts of cash and leave valuables such as jewelry and cameras out of sight.
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Rio de Janeiro (General Notes)
RIO DE JANEIRO
Population (96% urban and 4% rural) State: 16,010,419 inhabitants City: 6,320,446 inhabitants * Area State: 43,696.1 Km² City: 1,200,279 Km² * (*) Not including the greater metropolitan area Capital: Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, one of the biggest economic and cultural centers of South America, is located in the heart of the Southeast Region, where 60% of Brazilian GDP in concentrated. Rio de Janeiro is well known for the beauty of its beaches and of its peaks, ridges, and hills - all partly covered by tropical forests. The city is a centre of leisure for domestic and foreign tourists, and people wearing bathing suits can be seen walking along the beaches or travelling on the city’s buses. Perhaps at no time is the city’s festive reputation better displayed than during the annual pre-Lenten Carnival, which enlivens the city night and day with music, singing, parties, balls, and street parades of brilliantly- costumed dancers performing to samba rhythms. 41
Forty per cent of the state’s population are concentrated in the capital and spread over more than one hundred and fifty districts. Some of these are of the traditional kind such as Santa Teresa, which is reached by crossing an ancient aqueduct known as Arcos da Lapa. Other neighborhoods include the chic Leblon and modern urban centers such as Barra da Tijuca.
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Rio is…
… the former capital of Brazil. The CITY of Rio was the capital from 1822 until 1960, when the national capital was moved to Brasília. For almost two and a half centuries, from 1716 to 1960, the city of Rio de Janeiro was the capital of firstly the Colony, then the Empire, and then finally the Brazilian Republic. Following this, Rio lost its political status but not its charm or the title of Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvelous City). Many see it as the capital of culture and the social scene, although São Paulo would hotly dispute these claims. It is still the main gateway for incoming foreign visitors and is without doubt the tourist capital of Brazil.
… set on a strip of Brazil’s Atlantic coast, close to the Tropic of Capricorn, where the shoreline is oriented east–west, the city facing south. The city was founded on an inlet of this stretch of the coast, Baía de Guanabara (Guanabara Bay), the entrance to which is marked by a point of land called Pão de Açúcar (Sugar Loaf).
… home to 90 km of beaches, the Parque Nacional da Floresta da Tijuca (Tijuca National Park) – the biggest urban forest in the world with 3,200ha of Atlantic Rainforest – and lots of other state parks, beaches and lagoons. Rio de Janeiro boasts one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World: the Statue of Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer), standing 30 meters (98ft) tall and overlooking the city, is one of the tallest statues in the world.
… the second most important industrial area of Brazil after São Paulo. Large shipyards and an electronics-computer sector have been added to the older industries of metallurgy, engineering, wearing apparel and footwear, textiles, non- metallic mineral products, food and beverages, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and printing and publishing. The state’s economy revolves around
… Brazil’s industrial base and tourism. Of particular significance are the industries concerned with metallurgy, steel, chemicals, foodstuffs and mechanics. Also of vital importance are publishing and graphics, paper and cellulose production, mineral extraction and petroleum derivatives. The state’s GDP accounts for 11.2% of the national GDP.
… the largest producer of Oil & Gas in Brazil – 82% of national production; and 40% of natural gas production. The joining together of the old capital and the state of Rio de Janeiro created a significant economic force. The new state has become Brazil’s largest producer of oil. This oil-field was discovered in 1974 and using Brazilian-made deep-water 42 exploration technology, production from the Campos basin has reached the level of 52,600 m3 (330,000 barrels) a day, accounting for 70% of Brazil’s total oil output.
… one of the main worldwide destinations for business events – 9th in the ranking in 2001, according to International Congress and Convention Association-ICCA. Rio de Janeiro will be one of the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the host city of the 2016 Olympics.
… a cultural hub in Latin America. In the downtown area, the golden age of the city has left a legacy in the form of numerous public buildings, such as the Theatro Municipal (Municipal Theatre), the Museu Nacional de Belas Artes (National Museum of Fine Arts), and the CCBB – Centro Cultural do Banco do Brasil (former headquarters of the Bank of Brazil) which nowadays is a dynamic cultural center. The Palácio do Itamaraty (Itamaraty Palace), once seat of the republican government, is a well preserved building.
Tourist Information – Riotur
Website: http://visit.rio/en/welcome/
• Tom Jobim International Airport (Galeão) • City of Rio de Janeiro Tourism Authority Terminal 2, ground floor. Praça Pio X, 119/10º andar - Centro Tel: +55 (21) 3367-3213 CEP 20040-020 - Rio de Janeiro - RJ Daily from: 06:00 to 23:00 Tel: +55 (21) 2088-0081
• Tourist Information Center Av. Princesa Isabel, 183 – Copacabana Tel: + 55 (21) 2541-7522 Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00 Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00
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Shopping
Wise buys:
You can buy almost anything in Rio. Shops tend to close on Saturday afternoons, but the large, air-conditioned shopping malls are often open until later and on Sunday afternoons. Ipanema and Leblon districts have interesting shops. Brazil national soccer kits are also available, in all sizes, at airport stores and in malls.
N.B. Haggling in Brazil is not a normal practice except perhaps in some street markets
The most obvious souvenirs are Amerindian art and trinkets, along with gems and polished stones. These are available in speciaity stores and on Sundays at the pleasant open-air market Feira Hippie (Hippie Fair), in Praça General Osório, Ipanema. This market is open on Sundays from 9am to 5pm and offers handicrafts, jewelry, leather goods and clothes.
Brazil is also home to H. Stern, an international jeweler, which has boutiques in Ipanema and in most shopping malls.
The Saara Street Market is a neighborhood that borders the City center (financial district). Saara was originally a warren of shopping streets dominated by Arab merchants, who were later joined by Jewish traders and then a host of others, all of whom created the unique low-budget shopping experience of today.
Other interesting markets to visit in Rio include the Feira dos Nordestinos 35 in São Cristovão, a market that brings to the people of Rio a little bit of Brazilian northeastern culture, with many options of entertainment. There, you may acquire traditional northeastern goods and craftwork and have a feast with the meals that are offered, as well as party to the sounds of northeastern music – Forró music is played extensively on weekends.
Shopping Malls:
• Rio Sul The largest and main shopping centre in the south zone of the city, it is four stories high and has a food court with a good assortment of restaurants. Rua Lauro Muller, 116 – Botafogo
Open from Monday to Saturday, from 10:00 to 22:00 and on Sundays from 15:00 to 21:00
• Botafogo Praia Shopping With arguably the best view of Baía da Guanabara and the Pão de Açúcar, it is eight stories high, with very good infrastructure and restaurants. Praia de Botafogo, 400 – Botafogo
Open from Monday to Saturday, from 10:00 to 22:00 and on Sundays from 15:00 to 21:00
• Shopping Leblon It’s a new shopping center, with very good infrastructure, many sophisticated stores, good restaurants and cafes. Av. Afrânio de Melo Franco, 290 Open from Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 22:00 and on Sundays from 15:00 to 21:00
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Nightlife and Entertainment
If you are coming from a country with tight drinking regulations, note that the concept of brown bagging is completely alien to Brazilians (and laughable, if you try to explain it). Even simple street bars, known as botequins or pés-sujos, are licensed - and you do not have to hide what you are drinking! Beer, shots of cachaça and caipirinhas are available everywhere, even at the beach.
Rio de Janeiro has a musical soul. The Marvellous City can rightfully claim to be the birthplace of both Samba and Bossa Nova! Of course there’s plenty of room for other Brazilian, Latin, and international music as well. From mega- shows and events like Rock in Rio, to intimate cafes and lounges with live music, to free presentations at beaches and parks, you will certainly find something interesting to see.
Clubs and Bars:
• Rio Scenarium: This Antique Shop/Bar/Nightclub, since its inauguration in 2001 has been one of the most visited musical venues in Rio. Attended by Rio’s musicians, writers, journalists and opinion leaders, its musical programs include genres such as classical, instrumental, chorinho, gafieira, forró and samba. Website: http://www.rioscenarium.com.br/ Rua do Lavradio, 20 – Lapa Tel: (21) 3147-9005, 3147-9000
• Bar Lagoa: Draft beer with thick frankfurters/wieners and potato salad is the most sought-after dish of this restaurant, which is located by the Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas (Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon). This bar has a very pleasant atmosphere. Website: http://www.barlagoa.com.br/ Av. Epitácio Pessoa, 1674 – Lagoa Tel: (21) 2523-1135, 2287-1112
• Bar Informal: As the name says this bar, with 13 different locations in Rio, is very informal, but offers nice nibbles and a special dish called carioquinha, which is made out of meat with cheese and aipim (manioc/cassava). 36 Website: http://www.botequiminformal.com.br/ Praia de Botafogo, 400 - 8º piso/loja 810 – Botafogo Tel: (21) 3171-6442
• Manoel & Juaquim Bar e Botequim: With 11 locations here in Rio, it offers Portuguese food and an assortment of nibbles, pizzas, etc… The portions are big and the price is reasonable. Website: http://www.manoelejuaquim.com.br/ Av. Atlântica, 1936 – Copacabana Tel: (21) 2236-6768
• Carioca da Gema: Live Brazilian music in one of the coolest districts in Rio. Website: http://barcariocadagema.com.br/bar.htm Rua Mem de Sá, 79 – Lapa Tel: (21) 2221-0043
• Teatro Odisséia: Live concerts, featuring rock and alternative music. Website: http://beta.matrizonline.com.br/teatroodisseia/ Rua Mem de Sá, 66 – Lapa Tel: (21) 2224-6367, 2266-1014
Eating out in Rio
Rio has a wide variety of restaurants and if you want to try typical carioca food, you should try going to a churrascaria (barbecue restaurants), which is often on an all-you-can-eat basis, in which you are served limitless amounts of beef, chicken, pork and sausages for a fixed price. For those who may not be up to eating so much meat, these restaurants always have a very extensive buffet, with a variety of starters, seafood and salads.
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Be forewarned that drinks are not included in the fixed price! Feijoada is another typical dish in Rio and it consists of black beans with different types of pork meat, usually accompanied by rice and farofa (manioc flower). Since the weather is hot in Rio, salads and light food is also available in most restaurants. Seafood is largely available and appreciated in most restaurants and there are a great number of excellent Japanese restaurants in Rio.
Restaurants:
• Casa da Feijoada: Plentiful and delicious dishes, such as the caldinho de feijão (a cocktail made of black bean broth) and tutu à mineira (re-fried beans in the Minas Gerais style), as well as the traditional feijoada (black bean stew with pieces of pork meat and chorizo). This dish is a blend of African and Portuguese cookery and its official day is Saturday. Why Saturday, you may ask. After all, after enjoying this delicious dish, and a good caipirinha, you can have the entire Sunday to rest! Rua Prudente de Morais, 10 Loja B – Ipanema Tel: (21) 2247-2778
• Mariu’s: Located in Leme Beach, it’s decorated with original antique pieces, prospected from old-fashioned coffee farmhouses located in Brazil’s countryside. The restaurant offers typical Brazilian cuisine, and the meat served comes from a program known as Green and Ecology Friendly Cattle which has its development monitored by electronic chips. Website: http://www.marius.com.br/en/ Av. Atlântica, 290 – Leme Tel: +55 (21) 2275 0652 | +55 (21) 97146 1537 | +55 (21) 97118 3310
• TT Burger: the restaurant has become one of the favorite “carioca” places to enjoy a good burger. Website: http://ttburger.com.br/ - Address: Rua Francisco Otaviano - 67, Arpoador, Rio de Janeiro - RJ. Tel.: (21) 96458-8674
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• Da Bambrini: Small Italian restaurant, but with an excellent menu, inspired in the Mediterranean cuisine. Best dishes are the farfalle ao cogumelo fresco e alcachofra (farfalle with fresh mushrooms and artichokes), espaguete com lagostins (spaghetti with langoustines), parpadelle com lagosta (parpadelle with lobster) and ossobuco de vitela (veal ossobuco). Website: http://www.dabrambini.com.br/ Av. Atlântica, 514 - Loja B – Leme Tel: (21) 2275-4346, 2542-8357
• Hell's Burguer: The restaurant’s burgers are made from beef rib eye steak, a cut providing unmatched flavor and texture to sandwitches – it’s main characteristics are the tenderness and flavor, which makes the Hell’s Burgers a delicacy apart. Website: https://hellsburguer82.com.br/ - Address: R. Muniz Barreto, 805 - Loja 1 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22251-090
• Brasileirinho: a cosy environment right on Avenida Atlântica, by Copacabana Beach, it is a window to Brazil, serving typical regional cuisine in a space decorated with handicrafts produced by artists from all over Brazil. Av.Atlântica, 3564 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22070-001 Tel: (21) 2267-3148
• Vezpa: “The Italian tradition in Rio – Napoli served as inspiration for the creation of Vezpa Pizzas. As a result, a crunchy, tasty dough with special sauce and made with lots of love” Website: http://www.vezpa.com.br/ - Address: Various addresses around Rio.
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Places to Visit
Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer)
The giant statue of Christ the Redeemer stands atop Corcovado Mountain and offers visitors a 360º panoramic view of the city, one of the most stunning views in the world. The statue can be reached either by road or monorail.
For more information (tickets, visiting hours, etc.), visit the official website: https://en.cristoredentoroficial.com.br/.
Pão de Açúcar (Sugar Loaf)
This giant rock, one of Rio’s most famous landmarks, stands sentinel at the entry of Guanabara Bay and offers visitors yet another stunning aerial view of Rio. It is reached by cable car from Urca (Praia Vermelha) and helicopter rides are also available from the lower mountain. The rock can also be climbed by the more professional.
For more information (tickets, visiting hours, etc.), visit the official website: http://www.bondinho.com.br/site/en/.
Jardim Botânico (The Botanical Gardens)
A beautiful park located next to the Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas that holds an array of plant life found throughout Brazil 38 and around the world – an ideal place to visit.
For more information (tickets, visiting hours, etc.), you may visit the official website: http://www.jbrj.gov.br/ (only available in Portuguese).
Estádio do Maracanã (Maracanã Stadium)
For soccer lovers, this is a must. Brazil’s, and one of the world’s most important soccer venues, plays host to national side games, championship finals and games between some of Rio’s most important teams, as well as hosting concerts and other large events (currently closed for renovations).
Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas (Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon)
This giant lagoon is encircled by some of Rio’s most exclusive neighborhoods and is the setting for a number of attractions, including sports and kiosks offering food and even live music, and is a nice place to simply stroll around.
Museu da Quinta da Boa Vista (Quinta da Boa Vista Museum)
This former Royal palace located in São Cristovão now houses a museum with a range of different items on show, many collected by the last Emperor, including fossils, insects, mummies and furniture. Nearby, the Zoológico (the Zoo), is worth a visit, as is the Museu Militar (Military Museum) and the Casa da Marquesa de Santos (the Emperor’s mistress’s house), beautifully restored to its former glory with fine furnishings and décor and an excellent tea room. Classical music concerts are often held in its gardens.
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Museu Histórico Nacional (National Historical Museum)
This museum, located in the financial district (Centro) offers visitors a wealth of information and attractions related to Brazil’s history, from carriages, weaponry and uniforms to paintings, furniture and personal items. Important battles, the conditions slaves had to undergo and immigration from Europe are all told in fascinating detail and the museum also offers visiting exhibitions. There is also a very large collection of old coinage from the Americas.
For more information (tickets, visiting hours, etc.), visit the official website: http://www.museuhistoriconacional.com.br/ingles/index2.htm.
Museu Naval (Naval Museum)
In addition to paintings, naval equipment and models and historical information also includes a real submarine (which can be visited), a naval helicopter and boat trips over to the Ilha Fiscal, which has a lovely Victorian era palace where the last ball was held before the Republic was proclaimed.
M.A.R.
Situated in Praça Mauá, the Museu de Arte do Rio – MAR (Rio Museum of Art) occupies two interconnected buildings with different profiles: the eclectic-style Dom João VI Royal Mansion, which is an official heritage site, and a neighboring modernist building, originally a rail terminus. The Mansion houses the Museum's exhibition halls, while the neighboring building is home to the Escola do Olhar, an environment conceived to stimulate collective and personal experiences, with a primary focus on training public school 39 educators.
For more information (tickets, visiting hours, etc.), visit the official website: http://www.museudeartedorio.org.br/en.
Centro (Center/Downtown – the financial district)
This district is full of old churches, including the Igreja do Carmo and the Mosteiro de São Bento. The CCBB - Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil is also worth visiting for its cultural events and exhibitions, as is the Casa França- Brasil, around the corner. For those keen on a sense of the old Rio, tea at the Confeitaria Colombo is a must. Also worth visiting is the Paço Imperial, formerly a palace for the Royal Family, where Princess Isabel signed the Lei Aurea (the law that freed the slaves in Brazil).
Arco do Teles, Lapa and Santa Teresa
Neighborhoods on the edge of the Centro, full of old Rio charm and architecture, these are the places to visit for some nightlife fun at their many restaurants, bars and dance halls. The Bondinho tram goes up to Santa Teresa and is worth traveling on.
Cidade do Samba (Samba City)
This is a new purpose-built complex that is home to some of Rio’s famous Samba Schools, located in the port district (Rua Rivadávia Corrêa, 60 – Gamboa) and open to visitors from Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10:00 to 17:00 (check first).
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Museu do Amanhã (Museum of Tomorrow)
The Museu do Amanhã represents a new generation of Science museums in the world. By means of audio-visual environments, interactive installations and games, visitors are able to examine the past, understand today’s trends and imagine possible futures in the next 50 years for mankind. A unique place that invites you to dive into experiences where science, art, reason and emotion, language and technology, culture and society meet one another.
For more information (tickets, visiting hours, etc.), visit the official website: http://www.museudeartedorio.org.br/en.
Parque Nacional da Tijuca (Tijuca’s National Park)
Located in the heart of Rio, the Parque Nacional da Tijuca protects the largest urban forest replanted by men in the world, besides being the most visited national park in Brazil. There you will find famous postcards of the city of Rio such as Pedra Bonita, Pedra da Gávea, the Corcovado Mountain, atop which is the Christ Redeemer monument, and visitors can enjoy many other activities such as hiking, climbing and free flight.
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Escadaria Selarón (Selarón Stairwell)
The Escadaria Selarón is the work of Chilean artist Jorge Selarón. This work of art has attracted the attention of various magazines, newspapers and documentaries around the world, as well as being the backdrop to music videos by artists such as Snoop Dogg and U2.
Pedra do Sal (Salt’s Rock)
Pedra do Sal is a historical monument near downtown Rio, of particular interest, as it is a symbol of Rio’s African- descendent culture, as it was at the heart of the community of slaves arriving in Rio. As a result, it has attracted samba and forró artists and enthusiasts, who congregate to provide visitors and locals with typical carioca entertainment, such as live samba music in a casual and democratic environment. The Beaches
Rio is best known for its sand, sea and surf and the best beaches include Leme, Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon and São Conrado, with Barra and Recreio a little further away. Even further but really worth visiting are Joá, Prainha and Grumari that are reachable by car. Advice: travel light, leave passports, expensive cameras and other valuables in the hotel safe or at home.
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The Mountains and Forests
Rio is surrounded by jungle-clad forests and there are many interesting treks to be had, through Horto and the Tijuca forest, where many old coffee plantation ruins can still be found, and idyllic waterfalls bathed in. Mountains like the Pão de Açúcar and Pedra da Gávea can be climbed by the experienced. A word of caution: care should be taken at all times, and guides are recommended.
Hang Gliding
Hang glide from the Pedra Bonita, a 510m high giant granite rock overlooking São Conrado and land on the beach, enjoying the stunning views as you descend.
Several firms offer this kind of activity. Be sure to ask any questions that you have and pay close attention to the instructions given. Also, be sure that the flight instructor has certification to perform this function and has experience in doing so. Niteroi
Niteroi is a very large city located on the other side of the Bay of Guanabara from Rio, which can be reached by bus or 41 by ferry from Praça Quinze. One of the city’s highlights, aside from its view of Rio, is its Modern Art Museum, built by renowned architect, Oscar Niemeyer, and resembling a flying saucer.
Petrópolis
This is a city an hour or so outside Rio (by car or bus) and some 800m up in the surrounding mountains that is worthwhile visiting for its historical significance and natural beauty. It was built by the Imperial family as a summer residence and was later colonized by German immigrants.
Important attractions include the Palácio Quitandinha (Quitandinha Palace), formerly an Art Decco style Casino Hotel visited by the rich and famous; the Portuguese royal family’s original summer home: Museu Palácio Imperial (Imperial Palace museum) with décor, royal jewelry and clothing, carriages and even a steam train; and the Cathedral, the Imperial Tombs, and the house of Santos Dumont (inventor of the airplane and wrist watch).
Buses direct from Menezes Cortes (in the Centro) or the Rodoviaria Novo Rio (main Rio bus terminal).
To find out more on Rio (in English) http://www.riodejaneiro-turismo.com.br/pt - Riotur (all about Rio) www.mct.gov.br - Ministry of Science and Technology www.brazilinfo.com - All about Brazil www.ibge.gov.br - Statistical, geographic and environmental information www.brasil.gov.br - Brazilian government, with links to agencies, tourist and historic information http://riotimesonline.com - News company covering Rio and Brazil www.ipanema.com 41
WE HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR STAY! FGV EBAPE INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS TEAM 42
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Annex I PLAGIARISM
Dear Student,
Given the easy accessibility to information provided by the Internet, it´s become quite commonplace nowadays to find works produced by university students containing copied extracts of researched material, without the required bibliographical citation and referencing.
This practice is what is referred to as plagiarism/copying, not to be tolerated, as it constitutes an infringement of Law 9.610 /1998 which regulates copyright, as set down in the Brazilian Penal Code.
In view of this, we have designed this leaflet with a view to providing you with guidance on this issue so that you are not led into practicing plagiarism/copying.
Please note that the rules for the production and presentation of academic work can be found in http://www.apastyle.org/
Therefore...
Plagiarism: just say no!
"In addition to the illegal practice of appropriating the work of others without permission and without full attribution, this nefarious procedure infects research, producing irreparable damage." (CAPES, 2012) 43 When preparing schoolwork, the most important issue is to be able to develop a text in your own words, based on your own interpretation of the authors’ ideas. If necessary, include citations to illustrate your ideas.
Food for thought!
A few words about the Law and its implications
Law 9610 of February 19, 1998. Author rights – Violation of copyright laws
Set down in Articles 7, 22 to 24, 101 to110.
Art. 7 - Defines as intellectual works to be protected: creations of the spirit, as expressed by any means or fixed in
any medium, tangible or intangible, known or to be invented in the future
Art. 22 to 24 - On author’s moral and ownership rights.
Art.101 to 110- On penalties applied in cases of Violation of Copyright Laws.
Art.184 - Defines the crime of plagiarism as the unauthorized use of someone else’s intellectual property.
Art.299 - Fraudulent misrepresentation
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Penalties applied in case of Violation of Copyright Laws: Fines or up to 5 (five) years imprisonment
What the Rules and Regulations for FGV EBAPE say about plagiarism/copying
Chapter XII Disciplinary Rules Art. 49. The following penalties may be applied to members of the student body:
a) warning; b) condemnation; c) suspension; d) expulsion.
Art. 52. The penalties listed in Article 49 will be applied according to the gravity or recurrence of the following infraction:
k) improbity in the execution of school activities, with cheating during school evaluations being considered an extremely serious infraction; 44
Some common examples of plagiarism or copying
1- To reproduce partially or entirely, a text or part thereof, produced by one or more authors, without duly quoting the sources (blindly quoting).
It is worth noting that even when duly acknowledging the appropriate sources, the work cannot be only composed of citations of one or more authors. These should only appear to help illustrate your line of reasoning.
2- To produce the so-called “patchwork”, i.e., copy parts of texts from one or more authors, and change a few sentences or words, even if acknowledging the sources.
Another common mistake made by students is when they change a word or a sentence of a copied text. In this case, this will also constitute copying/plagiarism.
3- Failing to acknowledge sources and pass off the author’s idea as your own, carrying out small or large changes to the manner in which the idea is presented.
Your own work, YES! Plagiarism and Copying, NO!
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After all, what is plagiarism/copying?
Etymology
Definitions, according to the Oxford Dictionary:
Plagiarism - The practice of taking someone else’s work or ideas and passing them off as one’s own:
‘there were accusations of plagiarism [COUNT NOUN]:
‘it claims there are similar plagiarisms in the software produced at
the university.’
To copy – To make a similar or identical version of; reproduce.
Therefore, we conclude that practicing plagiarism or copying is illegal and it is worth noting that there
are penalties regarding this practice set down in the Brazilian Penal Code. 45
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