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Brazil locks in 2026 e-Visa, VAT and tourist-tax overhaul for 30+ nationalities
From 1 January 2026 Brazil will require e-Visas for travellers from the US, Canada, Australia, Mexico, France, Argentina and two dozen other countries and will introduce a dual-VAT regime plus new local tourist taxes. The combined measures will lengthen pre-trip lead times and raise on-the-ground costs by an estimated 8-10 %. Corporate travel and mobility teams need to adjust budgets, itineraries and visa-processing workflows now to avoid compliance gaps.
Federal Police blitz at São Paulo/GRU nets passport seizure and three drug couriers
A 24-hour Federal Police sweep at São Paulo/Guarulhos Airport resulted in the confiscation of a debtor’s passport and the arrest of three narcotics couriers. With drug seizures up 27 % and extra PF staff deployed through 5 January, business travellers should expect longer formalities and stricter document checks. Corporations are urged to pre-screen staff for outstanding legal issues and adjust departure timelines.