Federal Police ‘Name-and-Shame’ List Highlights New Fines for Late Registration
A new Federal Police bulletin published on 11 December lists dozens of recently issued fines—up to R$7,200—for foreigners who failed to register within 30 days of arrival, and it publicly names offenders. The move signals tougher enforcement of Brazil’s post-arrival formalities and raises reputational risks for multinational employers. Companies should tighten onboarding checklists, pre-book PF appointments and track deadlines to avoid costly penalties.
Dec 12, 2025
