Category: Brazil
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Starting October 1, Americans Will Need a Visa to Enter Brazil
The government of Luís Inácio Lula da Silva announced on Wednesday (8) the end of the visa exemption for citizens of the United States, Canada, Japan, and Australia. Starting October 1, 2023, citizens of these four countries will need to present a visa to enter Brazil. The visa exemption for citizens of these four countries…
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As of October 1st, Americans Will Need a Visa to Enter Brazil
The government of Luís Inácio Lula da Silva determined on Wednesday (8) the end of the visa exemption for citizens of the United States, Canada, Japan, and Australia. Starting October 1, 2023, citizens of these four countries will need to present a visa to enter Brazil. The visa exemption for citizens of these four countries…
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Azul Airlines Plans to Launch Flights to New York in October This Year
Brazilian operator Azul Airlines is in negotiations to launch a new route connecting the United States and Brazil, linking New York’s JFK with Viracopos Airport in Campinas, São Paulo.
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Brazil to End Visa Exemption for American Citizens
The administration of Luís Inácio Lula da Silva determined on Wednesday (8) the end of the visa exemption for citizens of the United States, Canada, Japan, and Australia. According to the Brazilian newspaper Folha de São Paulo, the government has already informed the Brazilian embassies in these four countries about the measure, which has not…
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Lula’s Government Will Resume Visa Requirements for the USA, Canada, Japan, and Australia
As had been speculated, the government of Luís Inácio Lula da Silva determined on Wednesday (8) the end of the visa exemption for citizens of the United States, Canada, Japan, and Australia. According to a report by the newspaper Folha de São Paulo, the government has already informed Brazilian embassies about the measure, which is…
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A ‘Shack’ in a Brazilian Favela Wins International House of the Year Award
A seemingly modest house in a Brazilian favela has been awarded ‘House of the Year’ in an international architecture competition, highlighting the beauty and potential of such communities.
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What You Can Bring to Brazil After an International Trip?
This week, a story emerged that former President Bolsonaro, during his term, was gifted by the Saudi Arabian government with a necklace, ring, watch, and a pair of diamond earrings valued at R$ 16.5 million, which were seized by the Brazilian Federal Revenue due to non-payment of taxes or incorporation into the Union’s assets. The…
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International Women’s Day: Some Curiosities About This Globally Celebrated Date
International Women’s Day, celebrated today, March 8, honors the historical, cultural, and political achievements of women. The date also serves as a call to action against gender inequality worldwide.Learn about the history of this date celebrated around the worldIn the early 1900s, women faced wage inequality, lack of voting rights, and were completely overburdened at…
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Why Severe Turbulence Is Happening More Frequently?
Last Wednesday (1st), a Lufthansa flight from Texas to Germany encountered severe turbulence that left seven people with minor injuries, in addition to all passengers in shock. The Airbus A330 reported turbulence while flying over the state of Tennessee 90 minutes after taking off from Austin Airport. There was no storm, and the sky was…
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Find Out If You Have Forgotten Money in Brazil. Withdrawals Start Next Week
On January 28, the Central Bank of Brazil reopened a consultation site for forgotten amounts in banks. Since then, over 5 million inquiries have been made to the system. However, the majority, 73.4%, did not find forgotten money. Meanwhile, 26.6% of the inquiries were positive, meaning there were funds to be retrieved. The withdrawal of…