Housing Guide

Student Housing in Brazil

Where foreign students can live in Brazil, and what is free. Prices are in Brazilian real (BRL).

Housing Options

Your main options are university housing or renting in the city.

Accommodation Type	Average Cost	Pros	Cons
University student housing CRUSP, the student housing of USP, is on the Butantã campus in São Paulo.	Free For students chosen through PAPFE.	Free. On campus.	Few places. Given by need, so not every student gets one.
Renting in the city You can also rent a room or a flat in the city.	Ask your university about local prices.	More choice.	You find it yourself.

Places are limited

CRUSP, the student housing of USP, has about 1,600 places. They go to students who need them most.

Finding Housing

After admission

Ask your university about student housing and support programmes.

Before you fly

Book somewhere to stay for your first weeks.

After you arrive

Keep a bill or rental agreement that shows your address and CEP.
Update your address with the Federal Police if you move.

Reliable Platforms

Your university's student support office
At USP, PAPFE (the student support programme) gives student housing places.

Required Documents

For off-campus housing in Brazil, you'll typically need to provide the following documents:

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Proof of address
A water or power bill with your full address and CEP, for the Federal Police and your bank.

Costs

There is no official rent figure for students in Brazil. Ask your university about local prices.

Location Considerations

Federal Police office
You register at the Federal Police office for the area where you live.

Important Tip

Your PEC-G sponsor (the person who promises to pay for you) must promise at least USD 300 (US dollars) a month for your living costs, including housing.