Iberia adds Fortaleza and Recife, lifting Brazil capacity 25 % in 2026
TAP Air Portugal to connect Lisbon and Curitiba from July 2026
Brazilian Lawmakers Advance Bill to Restore Visa-Free Entry for U.S., Canadian and Australian Visitors
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Brazil Overhauls E-Visa Platform, Promises 48-Hour Processing and Future Visa-on-Arrival Option
Brazil has relaunched its e-Visa portal with biometric security and promises of sub-48-hour approvals, aiming to reclaim lost tourism and business traffic. Authorities also plan a digital visa-on-arrival system at major airports in 2026. Faster, more flexible entry procedures should simplify corporate travel and strengthen Brazil’s position in the competitive Latin American market.
Security Scare at COP30 as Protesters Breach Blue Zone in Belém
Indigenous-led protesters stormed COP30’s secure zone in Belém on 12 November, triggering a brief venue lockdown and highlighting logistical strains at an event hosting 50,000 participants. While operations quickly resumed, delegations are urged to allow extra travel time and review security protocols.