The job situation in Brazil is improving as the economic growth gathers pace. However, it is still difficult for foreigners with limited Portuguese to find employment, although more and more multinational companies have a presence in the country. Foreign job-seekers living in Brazil should brush up on their networking skills. Most jobs are found through connections or unsolicited applications. Starting a business in Brazil can take a very long time. Making matters worse, it is very difficult to close a business as well. Unfortunately there is a lot of bureaucracy and corruption in the Brazilian government.