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Study in Cabo Frio

This guide explains student life in Cabo Frio, Brazil, including an estimated monthly student budget of $400, Cabo Frio features a tropical climate with warm temperatures, abundant sunshine, and a breezy coastal environment year-round., VITEM IV (Temporary Visa IV for Students) guidance, 1 universities. Explore verified details for Brazil below.

Cabo Frio, Brazil
Cabo Frio, Brazil — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$400
Climate
Cabo Frio features a tropical climate with warm temperatures, abundant sunshine, and a breezy coastal environment year-round.
Safety score
45/100
English friendliness
15%
Student visa
VITEM IV (Temporary Visa IV for Students)
Work while studying
International students on a VITEM IV visa are generally prohibited from engaging in remunerated work, except for mandatory academic internships.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$180
  • Food$150
  • Transport$30
  • Leisure$40

Rent is for asingle bedroom in a shared private apartment, as purpose-built student residences are generally unavailable.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Stunning coastal environment with world-class beaches
  • Significantly lower cost of living than Rio de Janeiro
  • Relaxed, slower-paced lifestyle ideal for focused study

Considerations

  • Very limited English spoken in daily life
  • Fewer higher education institutions and academic facilities compared to major capitals
  • Public transport networks are less developed than in larger cities

Student housing in Cabo Frio

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Cabo Frio, Brazil. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

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Universities in Cabo Frio

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Figures for Cabo Frio are researched estimates and are not taken from an official published budget, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2024. Last reviewed October 2026.

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