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Travel to Brazil Immigration and customs formalities are fairly straightforward.

Customs Regulations Travelers entering Brazil can bring in 2L of alcohol, 400 cigarettes, and one personal computer, video camera and still camera. Newly purchased goods worth up to US$500 are permitted duty-free. Meat and cheese products are not allowed.

Passports By law you must carry a passport with you at all times, but many travelers opt to carry a photocopy (preferably certified.) when traveling about town and to leave their passport securely locked up at their hotel.

Visas Citizens of the USA and Australia need a visa. Citizens of the United Kingdom, France, Germany and New Zealand do not. Tourist visas are valid for arrival in Brazil within 90 days of issue and then for a 90-day stay. The fee depends on your nationality. Processing times vary from one to 10 business days, sometimes less depending on nationality and consulate efficiency. Brazilian consulates will never provide expedited visa services under any circumstances, so plan ahead. You’ll generally need to present one passport photograph, proof of travel and a valid passport.

People under 18 years of age who wish to travel to Brazil without a parent or legal guardian must present a notarized Visa Consent Form from the non-traveling parent/guardian or from a court.

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