Brazil grants visa-free entry to Chinese nationals for stays of up to 30 days
Federal Police dismantle human-smuggling rings that sent hundreds of Brazilians to the United States
Brazil and European Union explore mobility chapters as Mercosur–EU trade accord enters provisional force
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Brazil Grants Temporary Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Citizens Starting 11 May 2026
Effective 11 May 2026, Chinese nationals can visit Brazil without a visa for stays of up to 30 days through the end of the year. The waiver is expected to boost tourism and streamline business travel by removing consular processing times, but it is temporary and non-extendable, so companies should track its October review. The move underscores Brasília’s strategy to deepen commercial links with its largest trading partner while accelerating the recovery of inbound travel.
LATAM Restarts Daily Rio de Janeiro–Buenos Aires Aeroparque Flights, Boosting Brazil–Argentina Connectivity
LATAM has restarted daily Rio de Janeiro–Buenos Aires Aeroparque flights as of 7 May 2026, cutting journey times and adding competition on a vital intra-Mercosur corridor. The schedule supports same-day meetings, and introductory corporate discounts plus double loyalty points aim to capture business traffic in a recovering Brazil–Argentina market.