Brazil: COVID-19 Entry Requirements Travelers Need To Know

Brazil is a tropical paradise for its 6.5 million yearly visitors and well known for having the longest beach in the world. From its exciting culture, idyllic beach vacations and exotic jungle explorations, the country has something for every traveler. 

Here are the latest COVID-19 entry requirements for travelers and everything you need to know before your trip. 

The Redeemer Monument and the Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Countries That Are Permitted Enter Brazil

Travelers from ALL countries are permitted to enter Brazil under regular visa requirements.

All COVID-19 country restrictions have ended as of July 29th,2020.

Aerial view of the famous cable stayed bridge located at Sao Paulo city, Brazil

Quarantine Entry Requirements 

Travelers are NOT required to quarantine for 14 days when arriving in Brazil.

COVID-19 Testing Entry Requirements

Travelers are NOT required to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test. 

Tourists at Iguazu Falls, Foz do Iguacu, Brazil

COVID-19 Travel Insurance Entry Requirements 

All travelers will be required to present proof of travel insurance that covers COVID-19 before being allowed to enter Brazil.

Documents will be checked before passengers are allowed to board their plane. 

Praia de Iracema Beach from above, Fortaleza, Ceara State, Brazil

Permitted Airports and Borders

Land Borders

All land borders are closed for entry with the exception of Brazilian nationals.

Arriving By Air

Passengers are permitted to enter Brazil by air.

Closed Airports 

The following airports are closed to international arrivals:

• Paraíba
• Rondônia
• Rio Grande do Sul
• Tocantins
• Mato Grosso do Sul

Sloth climbing tree in a nature reserve in Brazil

COVID-19 Health Requirements While in Brazil

All visitors must abide by the following COVID-19 health requirements while in Brazil:

• Wearing a mask is mandatory in all commercial establishments, offices, schools and places of worship
• Follow all social distancing markers and guidelines
• Follow all hand washing/sanitizing signs and guidelines

Transiting Through Brazil

Passengers are allowed to freely transit through Brazil as long as they do not leave the international airport area and have a ticket for onward travel. 

People wearing protective masks on the streets of Apucarana, Brazil

COVID-19 Vaccine Entry Requirements 

A COVID-19 vaccine is not yet available. Brazil has not made any announcements if a proof of vaccination record (POVR) will be required for entry in the future. 

Woman uses hand sanitizer while shopping in Rio de Janeiro

Visa Entry Requirements For Brazil During COVID-19

All travelers arriving in Brazil must follow all regular visa requirements. 

The countries listed below DO NOT need a visa for stays up to 90 days. 

 (Image: Wikipedia)

All other countries must apply for a visa at the Brazilian embassy/consulate in their home countries. 

Brazil Covid-19 Entry Requirements:

1. Get travel insurance that covers COVID-19 for the duration of your trip to Brazil
2. Check if you need a visa to enter Brazil
3. Follow all COVID-19 health protocols in Brazil

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Sources: Brazil Government / Brazil Decree 

Disclaimer: Current Brazil travel rules are changing without notice and being updated constantly. We do our best to keep this article up to date with all the latest information, but the decision to travel is ultimately your responsibility. Contact your consulate and/or local authorities to confirm your nationality’s entry and/or any changes to travel requirements before traveling.  Travel Off Path does not endorse traveling against government advisories