Security Alert: Carnaval 2023 Safety Reminders

Location:  Countrywide  Event: As the 2023 Carnaval season kicks off next week, U.S. citizens are reminded to remain vigilant while enjoying festivities throughout Brazil. We encourage everyone to consider the following steps to enhance their own safety and security.   Actions to Take:  Be aware of your environment. Avoid walking alone, if possible, especially during …

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Consular Agency Fortaleza closed from February 17 to March 20, 2023

Location: Fortaleza, Ceará Consular Agency Fortaleza will be closed for business from February 17 to March 20, 2023.  No routine American Citizen Services (consular reports of birth abroad, first time or renewal passport applications, or notary services) will be available. For emergency services, please contact the U.S. Consulate General in Recife via e-mail at  RecifeACS@state.gov  or …

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Security Alert – Bomb Threat in Rio Downtown

Location: OAB-RJ building (Order of Lawyers) Event: Local media is reporting an on-going law enforcement response to a bomb threat at the OAB-RJ building (Order of Lawyers) in Rio’s downtown area. Explosive Ordinance Disposal teams are on site and the scene is active. We recommend that U.S. citizens avoid the area until local law enforcement …

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Alert: Protests Near the TV Tower (Torre de TV)

Media and police report that there were violent protests and road closures near the TV Tower (Torre de TV) area of central Brasília on Monday night, December 12. At this time, sporadic protests are ongoing in the general vicinity, some roads remain closed, and there is a heavy police presence in the area.  Demonstrations and …

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Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Brasilia, Brazil

U.S. Embassy Brasilia has confirmed media reports of organized criminal groups within the city of Manaus engaging in acts of violence targeting police stations, city buses, and other public areas.  Because of this, the Consular Agency in Manaus has suspended appointments for the public until Friday.  

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Medical Declaration Required to Enter Brazil

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Brasilia, Brazil (July 8, 2020) Location: Brazil Event: Clarification on Required Medical Declaration to Eenter Brazil On June 30, Brazil extended for an additional 30 days (through July 29) the decree banning foreigners from entering the country by air, land, and sea. Please see our previous message for a list of exemptions . …

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