FAQs

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Do I need a visa to travel to Brazil?

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United States and Mexican citizens do not need a visa to travel to Brazil. For information on whether citizens of other countries need a visa, please visit: https://visacentral.com/visa-quick-check#ESP

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How safe is Recife for travel?

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Recife is the fourth largest city in Brazil with about 4 million inhabitants. Like in any big urban center, visitors should always be on the alert, and take special security measures to stay safe. Follow the link to see the Brazil Travel Advisory on the Department of State’s website: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/brazil-travel-advisory.html

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What is the current COVID-19 situation in Brazil?

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Please visit the CDC website for the latest information: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/covid-4/coronavirus-brazil

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Do I need a negative COVID-19 test to enter Brazil?

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According to the latest notice by the Brazilian Consulate General in Los Angeles, all visitors must present proof of RT-PCR with negative result for COVID-19 carried out up to 72 hours before departure, as well as the completed Traveler’s Health Declaration (“Declaração de Saúde do Viajante”). The English, Spanish and Portuguese versions of the form are available online: (https://formulario.anvisa.gov.br). Visit their page for more information: http://losangeles.itamaraty.gov.br/en-us/covid-19_%7C_travel_restrictions_to_brazil.xml

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What’s the weather like in Recife?

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The last month of the spring, November, is a hot month in Recife, Brazil, with average temperature varying between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 21.9°C (71.4°F). So, pack your summer clothes and don’t forget your swim wear!