FAQs
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When should I RSVP by?
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February 28, 2026
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What is the dress code?
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Colorful Formal: Long dresses and pant suits
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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
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Yes, please let us know of any dietary restrictions or allergies when you RSVP
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Are kids welcome?
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Yes. Please ensure you include your child in your RSVP so we can coordinate proper childcare for them during the wedding
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What should I do if I cannot attend the wedding?
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You will definitely be missed! If you cannot attend our wedding, please indicate "Will NOT Attend" on your RSVP so we can plan accordingly. If you have already RSVP'd "Attending," but find you will not make it, please notify the bride or groom ASAP.
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Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
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The ceremony will be outdoors and the reception will be indoors
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Will transportation be provided to the wedding?
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Yes, we will have vans to pick up and drop off guests from your accommodation
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Can I take pictures during the wedding?
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We are having an "unplugged" ceremony, which means we kindly ask you to put your phones and cameras away during the ceremony. The reception is not unplugged, though we encourage you to be present in the moment!
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Do i need a passport to go to brazil?
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Yes, you need a passport from the country you have nationality from. To be safe, please ensure your passport expires AFTER January 2027. This is due to the 6-month passport rule, which states that your passport must be valid for another 6 months before you depart for international travel. Please see here for more information: https://www.cbp.gov/document/bulletins/six-month-validity-update
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Do i need a visa to go to brazil?
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Yes. Due to Brazil's pettiness, a tourism e-visa is now required for American, Canadian, and Australian citizens holding passports of those nationalities to enter Brazil. (Brazilian citizens do not need an e-visa). You can obtain your visa here: https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/
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What currency is used and how should we pay for things?
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Brazilian Real (BRL). Credit cards are widely used and accepted nearly everywhere. Some street and beach vendors still take cash only, however, most now accept credit cards
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What language is spoken and will we be okay with only English?
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Portuguese is the national language in Brazil. English is not widely spoken, but many establishments have at least one English speaker
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Where should we fly into?
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Fly into Rio de Janeiro at RIOgaleão International Airport (airport code: GIG)
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Can we turn this into a vacation? Where should we go after the wedding?
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Yes! We strongly recommend you extend your stay past the wedding and join us to sightsee around Rio de Janeiro, and then join us for a few days in Búzios. If you would like to explore Brazil on your own, here are some places we recommend: -Bahia -Lençóis Maranhenses -Amazon -Foz do Iguaçu
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When should we book flights and are flights expensive?
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We always track our flights on Google Flights and purchase our flights anytime the price falls in the "low" category; we encourage you to do the same. Roundtrip fares from the Bay Area usually range from $600-$1,200, depending on when you purchase
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Should I be worried about my safety in brazil?
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This is a totally fair concern! But like any major international destination, it’s important to be mindful and take some basic precautions. You’ll be staying in Ipanema, one of the safest and most tourist-friendly neighborhoods in Rio, and the wedding is in Niterói, which is more relaxed and residential. We’ve personally spent lots of time in both and feel completely safe. All who have traveled with us to Brazil have expressed how they don't understand why I tried to instill the fear of God into them so much. Here are a few tips to help you feel more comfortable: -Use Uber to get around -Avoid wearing flashy jewelry or watches, and keep your phone tucked away when not in use -Stay in groups at night -Ask us or Karina's Brazilian family if you're unsure about anything, we're happy to help!