{"id":29694,"date":"2026-04-03T20:17:38","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T12:17:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/?p=29694"},"modified":"2026-04-21T18:43:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T10:43:28","slug":"sus-brazil-public-healthcare-expats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/sus-brazil-public-healthcare-expats.html","title":{"rendered":"SUS Healthcare in Brazil: Free Public Healthcare for Expats"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brazil\u2019s public Sistema \u00danico de Sa\u00fade (SUS) <\/span><b>is available to all residents of Brazil.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While free medical care is a big bonus for expats, private medical insurance and treatment are still popular. Public healthcare facilities in Brazil lack many English-speaking doctors and are often overcrowded.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you preparing for a move to Brazil and wondering if the country\u2019s public healthcare system offers sufficient benefits for your medical needs? Are you curious how to get medical coverage that caters to your budget and to life abroad? This guide is for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we will give an overview of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/country\/brazil-health-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brazil\u2019s healthcare system<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, outline how to access public care, compare the public and private sectors, offer <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/top-health-insurance-plans-for-american-expats-in-brazil.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">private insurance options for expats<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and more. Keep reading or use our obligation-free quote tool to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">start comparing insurance plans for free<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-72' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-72-new.css?v1.47' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-72-link CompareNowbutton\">\n        <div class=\"inserter-72-new\">\n            <h3>Start by Comparing <br>Insurance Plans Online<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/desktop.png\" alt=\" \">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n                <p>Browse and Compare 50,000+ <br>International Health Plans<\/p>\n                <button>Compare NOW<\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is SUS and How Does Brazil\u2019s Healthcare Work?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29699 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/urban-skyline-view-in-curitiba-sao-francisco-district-with-high-rise-buildings.webp\" alt=\"Image of Urban Skyline View In Curitiba S\u00e3o Francisco District With High-rise Buildings with text overlay of &quot;What is SUS and How Does Brazil\u2019s Healthcare Work?&quot;\" width=\"1244\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/urban-skyline-view-in-curitiba-sao-francisco-district-with-high-rise-buildings.webp 1244w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/urban-skyline-view-in-curitiba-sao-francisco-district-with-high-rise-buildings-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/urban-skyline-view-in-curitiba-sao-francisco-district-with-high-rise-buildings-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/urban-skyline-view-in-curitiba-sao-francisco-district-with-high-rise-buildings-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/urban-skyline-view-in-curitiba-sao-francisco-district-with-high-rise-buildings-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1244px) 100vw, 1244px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brazil\u2019s government oversees all healthcare policy, including the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saude.mg.gov.br\/sus\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unified Health System (Sistema \u00danico de Sa\u00fade\/SUS)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but the decentralized system gives each individual state government and municipality the responsibility for running the facilities and distributing care in their area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brazilian citizens, residents, undocumented individuals, expats, and even visitors can get free, comprehensive public care in public facilities through Brazil\u2019s SUS scheme. This includes coverage for the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primary care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outpatient specialty care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental health care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospital care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescription drugs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brazil is known for having good healthcare, but that healthcare can be difficult to access. The public system can be overrun, making it crowded and wait times long. Expats who don\u2019t speak fluent Portuguese should also note that it can be difficult to find doctors who speak other languages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To find out more about the quality of medical care in Brazil, check out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/blog\/quality-of-healthcare-in-brazil\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">our article<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the subject.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private Healthcare in Brazil<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private healthcare is still a popular option in Brazil, even with the country\u2019s highly accessible SUS system. Brazil\u2019s private sector offers high-quality care and top-notch facilities without the bottlenecks and other drawbacks you expect from the public sector.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private insurance gives expats access to private medical care, but all private plans must meet requirements set by the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.br\/ans\/pt-br\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> National Agency for Supplementary Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (ANS). ANS is distinct from the Ministry of Health and is in charge of regulating and authorizing health insurance plans in Brazil.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ANS requirements for private insurance plans are laid out in their <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rol de Procedimentos<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which includes a list of over 3,000 items, from basic doctor checkups to complex cancer treatments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-3' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4632\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SEO-Baner-Family.jpg\" alt=\"Family health insurance banner\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who Qualifies for SUS in Brazil<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone, including expats, can get free comprehensive SUS services with no premiums, surcharges, or extra service charges. Plus, expats can register for SUS coverage with no waiting period. All they need is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.br\/mre\/pt-br\/consulado-toronto\/servicos-consulares\/cpf-for-foreigners\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cadastro de Pessoas F\u00edsicas (CPF)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.br\/mre\/pt-br\/embaixada-helsinque\/consular-services\/residence-permit-and-national-migratory-registry-rnm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Migratory Registry Card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (CRNM).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A CPF is an 11-digit number given to all Brazilian citizens and residents to complete many everyday tasks in Brazil, like accessing healthcare, getting a phone number, or sending money.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What SUS Covers for Expats in Brazil<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public healthcare through SUS in Brazil is comprehensive, meaning expats and other Brazilian residents can fulfil most, if not all, of their healthcare needs through this system. Below is an extensive list of the benefits offered:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood therapy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dialysis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospitalization<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lab tests<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maternity care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical equipment, such as wheelchairs and hearing aids<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental health services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oncology services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organ transplants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical therapy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventative services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescription drug coverage (for approved medications)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surgery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccinations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visits to specialists and general practitioners<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-79' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<!-- Blog Banner Stylesheet Import -->\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/css\/m-blog-banner-v2.css?ver5.2' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<style>\n@media (min-width: 1200px) {\n  div.banner-insurers-card-content-v2 ul {\n    margin-top: auto;\n    margin-bottom: auto;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n<!-- Blog Banner Stylesheet Import ends -->\n<!-- Blog Banner International - v2 -->\n<div class=\"banner-insurers-container-v2\">\n  <h3 class=\"banner-insurers-title-v2\">\n      Our Recommended International Health Insurance Plans\n  <\/h3>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\">\n    <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-v2\">\n      <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-image-v2\">\n        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"130\" height=\"130\"\n            src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/img\/logo-cigna.png\"\n            alt=\"Cigna\">\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-content-v2\">\n        <ul>\n          <li>Worldwide Coverage (excluding the US)<\/li>\n          <li>Access to Cigna's trusted global network of hospitals and doctors<\/li>\n          <li>4 Core Insurance Plans<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <button class=\"banner-insurers-card-button-v2 CompareNowbutton asiarecbutton\" onclick=\"window.location.href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog';\">\n          Get a Quote NOW\n        <\/button>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/a>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\">\n    <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-v2\">\n      <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-image-v2\">\n        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"bupa\" width=\"110\" height=\"110\"\n            src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/img\/logo-bupa.png\"\n            alt=\"Bupa\">\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-content-v2\">\n        <ul>\n          <li>Lifetime Renewal Possibilities<\/li>\n          <li>24\/7 Medical Help via Global Virtual Care<\/li>\n          <li>Direct Billing Options<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <button class=\"banner-insurers-card-button-v2 CompareNowbutton asiarecbutton\" onclick=\"window.location.href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog';\">\n          Get a Quote NOW\n        <\/button>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Expats Get SUS Coverage in Brazil<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get SUS coverage as an expat in Brazil, first get your Cadastro de Pessoas F\u00edsicas (CPF), then your National Migratory Registration Card. Once you\u2019ve done that, you can get your National Health Card, which allows you to visit public hospitals and receive care at no cost.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step One: Get a Cadastro de Pessoas F\u00edsicas (CPF) as an Expat in Brazil<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get your Cadastro de Pessoas F\u00edsicas (CPF) as an expat in Brazil, follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complete the CPF Form: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/servicos.receita.fazenda.gov.br\/Servicos\/CPF\/cpfEstrangeiro\/Fcpf.asp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">required form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> online and submit it. You will be given a protocol number after submission, which you should also keep on hand.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gather the Necessary Documents:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ensure you have your valid passport, birth certificate (for parents&#8217; information), and your completed CPF form with your protocol number.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply Online:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/econsular.itamaraty.gov.br\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online consular registration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to apply for your area. Upload all required documentation and set your appointment for your in-person portion of your application.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Attend Your Appointment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Attend your appointment at your Brazilian consulate. Bring original copies of all required documents.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step Two: Get a National Migratory Registry Card (CRNM) as an Expat in Brazil<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a National Migratory Registry Card (CRNM) as an expat in Brazil is simple. Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gather the Necessary Documents:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.br\/pf\/pt-br\/assuntos\/imigracao\/registrar-se-como-estrangeiro-no-brasil\/registro-de-imigrante-reconhecido-como-refugiado-pelo-comite-nacional-para-os-refugiados-conare\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Federal Police website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find what you will need for your application.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Anticipate Costs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Be prepared for the cost of receiving your CRNM; costs are outlined on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.br\/pt-br\/servicos\/obter-autorizacao-de-residencia-e-carteira-de-registro-migratorio\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the Federal Police website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complete the SUS Form:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fill in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/servicos.dpf.gov.br\/sismigra-internet\/faces\/publico\/tipoSolicitacao\/solicitarRegistroEmissaoCie.seam\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Make and Attend Your Appointment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Set an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/servicos.pf.gov.br\/agenda-web\/formulario\/2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">appointment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to visit the Federal Police and collect your CRNM.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step Three: Get a Cart\u00e3o Nacional de Sa\u00fade (CNS) as an Expat in Brazil<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve gotten your CPF and CRNM, you\u2019re ready to get your SUS card\u2014the card that allows you to be treated at public facilities in Brazil at no charge. You can register for it at your municipal health office, at a hospital, or at a clinic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring your CPF and CRNM as well as proof of residence, a birth certificate, and a marriage or divorce certificate, if applicable. Your card should be issued during your appointment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comparing Brazil\u2019s Private Healthcare to Public SUS Healthcare<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29700 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunny-fortaleza-skyline-with-coastal-towers-and-bright-blue-sky.webp\" alt=\"Image of Sunny Fortaleza Skyline With Coastal Towers And Bright Blue Sky with text overlay of &quot;Comparing Brazil\u2019s Private Healthcare to Public SUS Healthcare&quot;\" width=\"1244\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunny-fortaleza-skyline-with-coastal-towers-and-bright-blue-sky.webp 1244w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunny-fortaleza-skyline-with-coastal-towers-and-bright-blue-sky-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunny-fortaleza-skyline-with-coastal-towers-and-bright-blue-sky-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunny-fortaleza-skyline-with-coastal-towers-and-bright-blue-sky-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunny-fortaleza-skyline-with-coastal-towers-and-bright-blue-sky-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1244px) 100vw, 1244px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brazil\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saude.mg.gov.br\/sus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SUS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is favored for its free universal coverage, but drawbacks include few translation services, extensive waiting for care, and overcrowding at facilities. Private healthcare offers faster treatment and expat-friendly benefits like English-speaking staff, but it comes with a price tag.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is a brief comparison of the two systems, and you can find even more information in our article <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/country\/brazil-health-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Ultimate Overview of Healthcare in Brazil<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Public Brazilian Healthcare (SUS)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Private Brazilian Healthcare<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Access to Healthcare<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The SUS system provides health for all Brazilian citizens, including foreigners. High demand and resource constraints can make accessing this care difficult.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The private system is available to anyone with the right private health insurance or who is willing to pay out of pocket for their medical care. Receiving care is easier in the private sector, with shorter wait times and higher-quality facilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Cost of Healthcare<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SUS services are heavily subsidized and require no payment.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private services may be paid out of pocket or via insurance claims. Costs will depend on a plan\u2019s coverage limits and included benefits.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Quality of Healthcare<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Care at public facilities is generally considered good, though insufficient resources can lower the quality of care at these facilities. Quality also varies by location, especially outside urban hubs.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Care at private facilities is consistently of high quality, featuring better technology, more personalized care, and more well-trained medical professionals than many public centers.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Services and Benefits<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SUS provides primary care, emergency services, surgeries, and specialized treatments, but often with long waiting times. Elective procedures are excluded from coverage.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private healthcare provides comprehensive services, including specialized treatments with little or no waiting times. Elective surgeries generally require out-of-pocket payment.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Where Care is Available<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SUS is a government-led primary healthcare provider in Brazil, so services are available only at public institutions in Brazil.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private healthcare operates independently from the public system; private care is available at private facilities and some public ones in Brazil as well as outside of the country (available with the proper insurance plan) wherever in-network providers are located.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros and Cons of SUS Public Healthcare in Brazil<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare is a constitutional right in Brazil, so services are available at no cost to everyone in the country. The government has invested significantly to lower inequities in care and to try to increase the number of providers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below we\u2019ve listed the reasons SUS coverage is so positive as well as its drawbacks:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Benefits of SUS Coverage in Brazil:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No cost<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No waiting periods to qualify for certain types of care, such as maternity care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally good quality care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many facilities available throughout the country<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High vaccination rate, with large-scale programs to administration vaccines such as the COVID-19 vaccine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Negatives of SUS Coverage in Brazil:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long wait times for care, such as to receive specialist care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Varying quality of care by location, especially in rural locations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overcrowded facilities\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Out-of-date medical equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often used shared wards for recovery at hospitals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Few English-speaking doctors available<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros and Cons of Using Private Healthcare in Brazil<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most expats, and many native Brazilians, choose to purchase private health insurance to give them access to higher-quality medical care in Brazil. While SUS offers free healthcare, many find the benefits of private options are worth the cost.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below we\u2019ve listed the reasons private coverage is so positive as well as its drawbacks:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Benefits of Private Coverage in Brazil:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less or no wait time for treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, higher quality care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More private wards at hospitals for recovery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up-to-date medical equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More language accessibility, such as English-speaking doctors<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Negatives of Private Coverage in Brazil:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Requires out-of-pocket payment or insurance coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Services covered depend on the chosen insurance plan; they may not be comprehensive<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not always are private facilities available<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those with private insurance can still visit public facilities for care<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-7' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SEO-Baner-04_updated-1.jpg\" alt=\"Health insurance quote banner\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private Insurers for Expats in Brazil\u2014for When SUS Coverage isn\u2019t Enough<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SUS coverage isn\u2019t the top choice for all expats, especially those seeking top-quality services. BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions, Cigna, and VUMI are some of the top private insurers for expats in Brazil. These providers offer international coverage with bespoke, comprehensive benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/blue-cross-blue-shield-global-solutions\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (BCBS), formerly GeoBlue, is one of the best international health insurance providers on the market, particularly for American expats. The <\/span><b>Xplorer Essential<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Xplorer Premium<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plans feature a USD $1,000,000 and unlimited maximum benefit, respectively.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is a table comparing the benefits and coverage from these two plans:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions Plans Coverage Comparison<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xplorer Essential with Add-on<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xplorer Premier<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical Maximum Benefit Amount (USD)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $1,000,000 (BRL 5,193,800)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlimited<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coverage Duration within the United States (for US Citizens)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum of three trips per calendar year, 21 days per trip<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capped at nine months<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventive Care within the USA<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not covered<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ability to Travel to the USA for Treatment<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outpatient Prescription Drug Coverage (USD)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $1,000 (BRL 5,193.80) for prescriptions only related to emergency medical care, illness, and accidental injury<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $2,500 (BRL 1,2984.50) for Basic Benefit package, USD $25,000 (BRL 129,845) with Enhanced Prescription upgrade<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Birth Control Coverage in the USA<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not covered<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See the plan for the outpatient drug limit<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inpatient Mental Health Benefits within the USA<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not covered<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-network: 80%, Out-of-network: 60%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outpatient Mental Health Benefits within the USA<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not covered<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-network: 100% after $30 copay; Out-of-network: 60%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USA Benefits for Covered Pre-existing Condition (USD)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $500 (BRL 2596.90)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlimited<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copay for each USA In-Network Physician Office Visit (USD)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $50 (BRL 259.69)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $30 (BRL 155.81)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USA Physician Network<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Network<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Network<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/insurer-cigna\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna Global<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers a vast network of 1.5 million health professionals across the globe. With 24\/7 customer support workers who speak more than 50 languages, Cigna offers excellent support to expats heading to Brazil. Expats can choose between the <\/span><b>Silver<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Gold<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Platinum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>Close Care<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"5\"><b>Cigna Plans Coverage Comparison<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Silver<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gold<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Platinum<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Close Care<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical Maximum Benefit Amount (USD)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $1,000,000 (BRL 5,193,800)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $2,000,000 (BRL 10,387,600)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlimited<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $500,000 (BRL 2,596,900)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inpatient and day-patient care, diagnostics, mental health, and cancer treatment<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Silver benefits + higher limits for inpatient and outpatient, extended mental health<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gold coverage + unlimited global inpatient\/outpatient care<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core inpatient benefits, mental health, and limited evacuation<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optional Add-Ons<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outpatient, dental, vision, wellness, evacuation &amp; repatriation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental, vision, wellness, evacuation &amp; repatriation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental, vision, wellness, evacuation &amp; repatriation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental, vision, wellness, evacuation &amp; repatriation<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VUMI<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VUMI is popular with expats in Brazil and worldwide for offering full coverage for a standard private hospital room, ICU stays, medications prescribed during hospital stays, psychiatric treatments, and much more. Compare the annual benefits limits of the Global Flex VIP plan below:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\"><b>VUMI Global Flex VIP Plans Annual Benefit Limits<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Global Flex VIP Plan<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Annual Benefit Limit (USD)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$3,000,000 (BRL 15,581,400)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$3,500,000 (BRL 18,178,300)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Superior<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4,000,000 (BRL 20,775,200)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultra<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4,500,000 (BRL 23,372,100)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5,000,000 (BRL 25,969,000)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can foreigners get free healthcare in Brazil?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All residents in Brazil, including expats, have access to free healthcare through the country\u2019s public SUS system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is SUS in Brazil good?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brazil\u2019s public healthcare sector is generally considered to offer high-quality care, though quality is variable throughout the country, with rural areas being less reliable. The main issue with SUS is that actually receiving treatment can take a while.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is healthcare in Brazil better than in the USA?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brazilian healthcare may be considered better than healthcare in the USA because it is available to all for free, but the USA has more consistent, high-quality care (albeit extremely expensive care).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it cheaper to live in Brazil or the USA?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is generally much cheaper to live in Brazil than in the United States, with expenses like rent and groceries in Brazil being well below American averages. Personal lifestyle as well as location within the country affect how much you can get for your money.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do I need health insurance for Brazil?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health insurance is not legally mandated in Brazil; SUS coverage is available to all as a constitutional right. Still, many choose to buy private health insurance anyway to account for the pitfalls within the public sector and to receive better, faster care.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-73' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-73-new.css?v1.67' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-73-link CompareNowbutton\">\n  <div class=\"inserter-73-new\">\n    <div class=\"inserter-left-box\">\n        <h3>Kickstart Your Search for the Perfect Insurer<\/h3>        \n        <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n            <p>Compare over <br>50,000 Plans <br>from Top Insurers<\/p>\n            <button >Compare NOW<\/button>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    \n    <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/mobile.png\" alt=\" \" class=\"banner-img-mobile\">            \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n<style>\n\n.inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {right: -31%;}\n@media (max-width: 1199px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -20px;\n  }\n@media (max-width: 991px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -10px;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: auto;\n    width: 30%;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 512px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: 200px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SUS is prime for expats in Brazil seeking cost-effective, comprehensive care. Not only is care free, but also expats can get care right away with a few simple registration steps. Because the public system can be overrun, however, private health insurance is still a popular alternative.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re interested in exploring providers and plans for your move to Brazil, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">let Pacific Prime help you out<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. With over 25 years of experience in international insurance, our brokers can help single out the best plan for your individual budget, lifestyle, and health history.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call us for free, no-obligation assistance at <a href=\"tel:+1-800-868-1451\">+1-800-868-1451<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suggested Reading:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/pre-existing-conditions-health-insurance-brazil.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-Existing Conditions and Health Insurance in Brazil<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/how-to-get-health-insurance-brazil.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Get Health Insurance in Brazil: Step-by-Step for Foreigners<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/top-brazil-insurance-companies-expats.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top 10 Health Insurance Companies for Expats in Brazil<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Brazil\u2019s public Sistema \u00danico de Sa\u00fade (SUS) is available to all residents of Brazil. While free medical care is a big bonus for expats, private medical insurance and treatment are still popular. 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