Brazil travel tips

General guidance for international travellers. Requirements vary by nationality — confirm with the official visa authority for your passport.

Short answer: After your Brazil visa is granted, keep copies of your documents, respect local laws, and confirm entry conditions still match your itinerary.

Practical tips

  • Confirm e-visa eligibility on the official government portal before applying elsewhere.
  • Carry proof of onward travel and accommodation for immigration.
  • Use registered transport from airports; avoid unmarked cabs.
  • Get yellow fever advice if visiting the Amazon or central-west states.
  • Split cards and cash; avoid walking with phones in crowded beaches.
  • Book Iguazu and Pantanal tours with licensed operators.
  • Learn basic Portuguese phrases for taxis and emergency help.
  • Monitor FCDO updates on areas with higher crime rates.

Travel highlights

Attractions

  • Christ the Redeemer
  • Iguazu Falls
  • Amazon rainforest lodges
  • Salvador Pelourinho
  • Pantanal wetlands

Cities

  • São Paulo
  • Rio de Janeiro
  • Brasília
  • Salvador
  • Manaus

Best time

May to September for drier weather in Rio and the Pantanal; June for Festa Junina in the northeast.

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Official sources

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