No significant Brazil-specific global mobility policy changes or disruptions reported in the past 24 hours
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First 2026 “Aqui é Brasil” Charter Repatriates 32 Deported Nationals from the U.S.
A charter flight under Brazil’s “Aqui é Brasil” programme repatriated 32 citizens deported from the U.S. on 7-8 January 2026. Smaller passenger loads allowed more individualised support, and the government is testing digital pre-registration to speed future arrivals. Companies with Brazilian staff in the U.S. are advised to double-check visa compliance to avoid sudden project disruptions.
Federal Police Tech Upgrade at Guarulhos Doubles Fake-Passport Detections
New ultraviolet scanners and automated risk-scoring at São Paulo/Guarulhos Airport have doubled fake-passport detections, according to Brazil’s Federal Police. The tighter screening—rolling out nationwide before Carnival—means travellers with damaged or temporary documents should allow extra time, and corporate mobility teams must reinforce document-integrity policies.
Storms and Crew Gaps Cancel Key Flights on Brazil’s Busiest Business Routes
Thunderstorms and post-holiday crew shortages led LATAM, GOL and Azul to cancel six flagship flights on 6 January, disrupting Brazil’s key Rio–São Paulo shuttle and long-haul links to Miami and Amsterdam. With premium-cabin capacity squeezed, corporate travellers may face visa and routing changes; travel teams are urged to add schedule buffers and check transit requirements.