📘 FAQ – Top 50 Questions

Recruitment of Brazilian Truck Drivers for Europe

🔹 EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

1. Do the drivers have CE (articulated truck) experience?
Yes, all candidates have proven experience with articulated trucks.

2. How many years of experience do they have?
Typically between 1 and 30+ years.

3. Do they have international driving experience?
Yes — the majority have experience in international routes across Mercosur countries (Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay).

4. Do they have experience in Europe?
Yes — we currently have 95 drivers with up to 3 years of experience

operating in European routes.

5. Any experience outside Europe?
Yes, some drivers have worked in the United States and Canada.

6. Are they used to long-haul driving?
Yes, long-distance driving is standard in Brazil and South America.

7. Can they handle different types of cargo?
Yes (dry, refrigerated, container, etc.).

8. Do they have formal international freight experience?
Yes, especially within Mercosur operations.

9. Are they familiar with digital tachographs?
Yes, or they receive training before deployment.

10. Are they prepared for EU regulations?
Yes, all drivers receive  our  own Code 95  training before the travel .

🔹 WEATHER & DRIVING CONDITIONS

11. Can they drive in snow?
Some already can — many have driven in Chile and Argentina, where snow conditions are common.

12. Are they prepared for European winters?
Yes, they receive guidance before arrival.

13. Do they have experience in extreme conditions?
Yes, including mountain routes and challenging climates.

🔹 DOCUMENTATION

14. Do all drivers hold a valid Category E license?
Yes.

15. Do they have valid passports?
Yes, or they are instructed to obtain one quickly.

16. Do any drivers hold EU passports?
Yes — approximately 2% hold European citizenship (Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, or German descent).

17. Does this simplify hiring?
Yes, it significantly reduces processing time and bureaucracy.

18. Can Brazilians enter Europe easily?
Yes, Brazilian citizens have visa-free entry for short stays, which facilitates initial procedures.

19. Does this help with work authorization?
Yes, especially in Lithuania and Croatia , where processes can begin more efficiently in only 10 days 

20. How does the process work for Poland?
In Poland, the process typically takes around 60 days, and the work visa is issued in Brazil.

🔹 HIRING PROCESS

21. How long does it take to hire a Brazilian driver?
Between  01 and 90 days due we have candidates living in Portugal.

22. Is it faster than other nationalities?
Yes.

23. Why is it faster?
Because Brazilians face fewer entry restrictions and have faster documentation processing.

24. Comparison with Filipino and Asian workers:
Hiring processes usually take 4–6 months or longer.

25. Comparison with African workers:
Typically involves more complex documentation and longer timelines.

26. Conclusion:
👉 Brazilian drivers are faster, more flexible, and more efficient to hire.

🔹 LANGUAGE

27. Do they speak English?
Yes,  from basic to fluent level.

28. Can they work with basic English?
Yes, especially for operational communication.

29. Are they willing to improve their English?
Yes, highly motivated.

🔹 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

30. Are they used to being away from home?
Yes and they are used to stay away from home for 3 months here due Brazil is bigger then Europe. About 2 European Unions fit inside Brazil

31. Do they accept long-haul international routes?
Yes.

32. Are they disciplined?
Yes.

33. Do they follow rules and regulations?
Yes, with EU compliance training.

34. Do they have reliable backgrounds?
Yes, all candidates go through screening.

🔹 ADAPTABILITY

35. Do they adapt easily?
Yes — Brazilians are known for strong adaptability.

36. Do they receive cultural preparation?
Yes.

37. Are they willing to start with an adaptation phase?
Yes.

🔹 AVAILABILITY

38. Are they available quickly?
Yes.

39. Can they travel on short notice?
Yes, many are ready.

🔹 HEALTH & FITNESS

40. Are they physically fit?
Yes.

41. Do they undergo medical checks?
Yes.

🔹 COMMITMENT

42. Are they planning to stay long-term in Europe?
Yes, they seek stability.

43. Are they committed professionals?
Yes.

44. Is the dropout rate low?
Yes, due to strict pre-selection.

🔹 KEY ADVANTAGES OF BRAZILIAN DRIVERS

45. What is their main advantage?
Real long-haul experience and adaptability.

46. Do they have strong international exposure?
Yes — Mercosur + Europe + North America.

47. Are they culturally adaptable?
Yes.

48. Are they resilient workers?
Yes — high endurance and dedication.

49. Are they easy to integrate into companies?
Yes.

50. Why choose Brazilian drivers?
👉 Faster hiring process
👉 Proven international experience
👉 Already adapted to long-haul logistics
👉 Portion with EU citizenship
👉 High commitment and reliability