DMC & Incoming Tour Operator to Brazil and all of South America 
Travel Needs
Many airlines require you to reconfirm your flight home at least 72 hours before departure.
Don´t forget your passport. Hold on to your copy of the white immigration form which you´ll need to give back when you leave the country.
Check out the local voltage before you plug in any electrical equipment you may have brought with you. Since sockets are different, maybe bring an adapter with you.
You can change money to Brazilian Reals in the hotel or, even better, use a bank ATM. Look out for the stickers which show which machines accept your bank card.
Check out the opening times for shops so that you have time to buy your souvenirs. Banks have limited opening times, but ATMs are usually available 24 hours per day.
Check with your travel agent to see if you have to pay airport tax when you leave the country. Often it´s included in your ticket.
Brazil uses the metric system of weights and measures. We have some useful information for you if you´re not accustomed to this system.
The new rules and regulation from the Official Navy Department demand that every passenger boarded on a boat needs to be in a passenger list containing full name, date of birth and nationality. Otherwise the transportation company will pay a fine and might be stopped apprehended, delaying the regular transfers. Please inform us of your details when making your booking request.
Under the Brazilian system you choose your operating company for every long-distance and international call you make. This helps the locals save money but can be confusing for visitors. Read our helpful hints.
