Brazil Visa Requirements
For 🇦🇺 Australia passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, Yellow Fever.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Crime is concern. Avoid favelas. Use registered taxis. Dont resist robbery.
Money & Costs
Daily Budget (USD)
Cards & ATMs
Common in cities.
Tipping
10% usually included. Extra appreciated.
Practical Info
Emergency Numbers
Police: 190
Ambulance: 192
Fire: 193
Getting There
Airport Transfers
Rio GIG: BRT bus R$20, taxi R$130. São Paulo GRU: Bus R$50, taxi R$150.
Local Transport
São Paulo and Rio have metro. Buses connect cities. Domestic flights for distances.
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
September-March. February-March for Carnival. Amazon: June-November.
Cultural Notes
Physical greetings with kisses. Relaxed attitude to time. Football is religion.
Insider Tips
Learn basic Portuguese. Dont display valuables. Enjoy the beaches and culture.
Dress Code
Casual. Beach culture.