FAQs

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What is the wedding dress code?

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Formal Attire or Black-Tie Optional Attire

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What vaccines do I need to travel to Brazil?

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Please refer to the CDC website for Traveler's Health information: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/brazil

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What documentation do I need to travel to Brazil?

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A visa is required for Americans to visit Brazil as of April 2025. Here is the website https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/ This can all be done online.

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What type of transportation should I use in Brazil?

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We highly recommend Ubers and taxis. Ubers are very cheap in Brazil, and both methods will get you to your destination quicker and safer than a bus ride.

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What should I do about the currency?

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We recommend using a credit card in Brazil (Discover is not widely accepted there so bring another option if that's your card) and use cash when purchasing from street vendors. You can withdraw cash from multiple banks there, including at the airport.

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How to be safe in Brazil?

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Wear your bags in front of you, do not put your wallet or cellphones on back pockets, stay away from dark places, and don't stand so close to the edge of the sidewalk while waiting on traffic. We have very fancy pickpockets, and they drive motorbikes.

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Should I download any apps for this trip?

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Yes! Brazil heavily uses Whatssap for communication, including for services such as deliveries, tattoo shops, tour guides, etc. Another good idea is to download the map of the area you will be visiting so you don't need to rely on internet.

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What airport should I fly into?

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CNF (Aeroporto Internacional de Belo Horizonte - Confins). There are direct flights from Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando.