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Disclaimer: Customs rules change frequently. Border Crossing provides guidance based on available information, but final decisions are made by official customs authorities. Travelers should verify requirements with official government sources before travel.
Border Crossing

Brazil (BR)

Region: South America · Currency: BRL · Languages: Portuguese

Electronic declarations are now standard for all international arrivals.

Customs authority
Receita Federal
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Last updated: 2026-04-12

Current advisories

Duty-free allowances

gifts
USD 1,000 by air/sea, USD 500 by land.
alcohol
12 L alcoholic beverages.
tobacco
10 packs cigarettes + 25 cigars.

Item categories at a glance

Electronics
  • CamerasRestricted
  • DronesRestricted
  • LaptopsRestricted
  • Mobile PhonesAllowed
  • Satellite PhonesRestricted
Food & Beverages
  • AlcoholRestricted
  • Fresh Fruit & VegetablesProhibited
  • Meat & DairyProhibited
  • Prepared SnacksAllowed
Gifts & Souvenirs
  • Cultural ArtifactsRestricted
  • General GiftsAllowed
  • Luxury WatchesDeclare required
  • Wildlife Products (CITES)Prohibited
Medications & Health Products
  • Narcotics / ControlledProhibited
  • Over-the-CounterAllowed
  • Prescription MedicationsDeclare required
  • Vitamins & SupplementsAllowed
Personal Belongings
  • ClothingAllowed
  • Firearms & AmmunitionProhibited
  • JewelryDeclare required
  • Sporting EquipmentAllowed

Permits & special notes

Required permits

  • Drones: ANAC registration.

Special notes

  • Electronics over allowance attract 50% import tax.
  • Electronic declarations now standard.

Embassy & consulate

  • Brazil
    Brasília
    📞 +55 61 2030-8000
    ✉️ consular@itamaraty.gov.br.example
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