Local and foreign currency may be imported without limit. If the equivalent value exceeds USD 10,000 (or the equivalent in another currency), this must be declared on entry using an online form.

The possession and bringing in of counterfeit money is punishable by heavy fines.

The import of food and drugs as well as the re-import of alcoholic beverages from Brazil is strictly prohibited. The same applies to electronic cigarettes and vaporisers (including accessories) as well as foreign cigarette brands that are not available in Brazil itself.

Plants and animals can only be imported under strict conditions.

Further information and permitted allowances for alcohol, tobacco products and other goods can be found on the following website:

The import and export of protected animal and plant species and products thereof is strictly regulated under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. An import or export therefore requires explicit authorisation in order to avoid confiscation and penalties. Further information can be obtained from the local customs authorities of the country of departure or destination.

The importation of certain medicines (including prescribed medicines) may be subject to conditions or prohibited altogether. This applies in particular to opiates, painkillers and psychotropic drugs. Lists of possibly prohibited substances are available on the website of the International Narcotics Control Board or from the respective local authorities. In principle, however, only the embassy, consulate and/or national customs office can provide reliable information on which rules and regulations currently apply in the destination country. Travellers taking medicines with them are generally advised to carry a multilingual medical certificate containing information on individual and daily dosages as well as the medical ingredients.

Detailed information on import regulations can be found on this website.

Travellers are advised to inform themselves about the most recent customs/import regulations of their destination country at the competent mission abroad prior to departure.

Travellers who have another nationality in addition to Brazilian must enter and leave the country with their valid Brazilian passport.

Local and foreign currency may be exported without limit. If the equivalent value exceeds USD 10,000 (or the equivalent in another currency), this must be declared before departure using the online form.

There are no known specific restrictions with regard to export-restricted or prohibited goods.

The import and export of protected animal and plant species and products thereof is strictly regulated under the Washington Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. An import or export therefore requires explicit authorisation in order to avoid confiscation and penalties. Further information can be obtained from the local customs authorities of the country of departure or destination.

There is no further information available regarding exit regulations.

No special provisions apply for minors.

An identity document must always be carried. Penalties may be imposed if travellers are unable to present a valid identity document during checks.

Photographs of children and young people in swimwear on Brazilian beaches should be avoided. Photographing these groups of people has led to official action in the past.

Smoking cigarettes in public places is prohibited and punishable by law. Travellers are encouraged to go to designated areas where smoking is not prohibited.

Electronic cigarettes and other vaping devices and their accessories have been banned in Brazil since May 2024.

There is a strict ban on nudity when bathing and sunbathing in public areas. This applies in particular to the exposure of the upper body for women, and in general to the visibility of intimate areas for both sexes. Violations are punishable by law.

Changing clothes on the beach or in other public places can also be penalised.

Collecting and damaging protected animal and plant species is strictly prohibited and will be penalised accordingly.

Drug law offences (including drug possession/trafficking/consumption) are punishable and may incur very severe penalties. Long prison sentences can be expected.

Visiting indigenous protected areas without authorisation is illegal.

The possession of weapons is punishable by law and/or only permitted with authorisation.

Under the following link you will find information on your diplomatic mission abroad:

Embassies and foreign missions offer a wide range of services, although these may vary depending on the country and the specific situation.

Important tasks of embassies and consulates:

Protection and support of nationals: they provide assistance in emergencies such as lost passports, accidents or natural disasters. The embassy can also offer support in cases of arrest or imprisonment abroad.
Visas and entry information: Embassies are often responsible for issuing visas and provide information on entry requirements, which may vary depending on the country of destination and origin.
Travel documents: If a passport is lost or stolen, the embassy can issue replacement documents to allow travellers to return home.
Emergency assistance: In crisis situations (such as political unrest or natural disasters), embassies and consulates provide evacuation assistance and safety advice.
Citizen services: Embassies offer services such as the legalisation of documents, the registration of births abroad or assistance with legal matters.

What embassies and consulates cannot provide:

Legal advice and legal representation: embassies cannot offer legal advice or provide legal representation in court. However, they can provide lists of local lawyers.
Financial assistance: As a rule, embassies cannot provide financial assistance or cover travel and accommodation costs, except in very specific emergencies.
Interference in the judiciary of a host country: Embassies cannot interfere with the host country's judicial system or influence its decisions.
Assistance for persons with dual citizenship: The right to consular assistance in the destination country can often not be guaranteed in this case, i.e. in emergencies (e.g. imprisonment) embassies or diplomatic missions abroad may only be able to provide limited assistance or none at all.
Issuing work permits: The issuing of work permits and residence permits is not the responsibility of the embassies, but is regulated by the authorities of the host country.

Practical tips for travellers:

Embassy contact details: Make a note of the contact details of your home country's embassy in the country you are travelling to before you leave. This information can be very valuable in an emergency.
Copies of important documents: Make copies of your passport, visa and other important documents. Keep these separate from the originals.
Informed travelling: Before travelling, find out about the political, social and economic conditions in the host country and observe travel warnings and instructions. Use crisis early warning systems from experienced service providers such as A3M Global Monitoring.