U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil
Recent News About U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil
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Andre Rebouças Tunnel closure causes traffic disruption in Rio de Janeiro
A bus electrical fire led to the closure of the Andre Rebouças Tunnel in Rio de Janeiro on November 6, 2025, disrupting traffic in the area.
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U.S. Mission warns of severe storms across Brazil from November 7-9
A severe weather system is forecast to affect much of Brazil from November 7 to 9, 2025, according to a notice issued by the U.S. Mission to Brazil.
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Security alert issued after clashes disrupt traffic in Rio’s North Zone
Residents and visitors in Rio de Janeiro’s North Zone are being advised to exercise caution following ongoing clashes between police and criminal groups on October 28, 2025.
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U.S. Embassy advises Americans on travel precautions during COP30 climate conference
U.S. citizens planning to travel to Belém, Brazil, for the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) are being advised by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil to prepare for logistical challenges.
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U.S. Embassy warns citizens about planned demonstrations in Brasília on October 7
Media outlets have reported that a demonstration is scheduled to occur at the U.S. Embassy in Brasília on Tuesday, October 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. In addition, reports indicate that a larger demonstration, which could draw more than 10,000...
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U.S. Embassy issues health alert after methanol poisoning cases reported in Brazil
As of October 2, local media in Brazil have reported 59 suspected cases and 12 confirmed cases of methanol poisoning across the states of São Paulo, Pernambuco, and Brasilia.
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U.S. Embassy warns of methanol poisoning cases linked to adulterated alcohol in Brazil
As of October 2, local media in Brazil have reported 59 suspected cases and 12 confirmed cases of methanol poisoning across the states of São Paulo, Pernambuco, and Brasilia.
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Consular officer to offer limited services for Americans in Foz do Iguaçu on September 8
Staff from the U.S. Consulate General in São Paulo will visit Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná, on September 8, 2025, to provide limited consular services for U.S. citizens.
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Guarulhos International Airport installs advanced U.S.-donated security technology at terminal 3
Guarulhos International Airport has become the largest airport in South America to implement advanced security screening equipment at its international checkpoint.
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U.S. Consulate General Porto Alegre issues alert ahead of planned demonstration
A demonstration is scheduled to occur in front of the U.S. Consulate General in Porto Alegre, Brazil, on August 19, 2025, starting at 6:00 PM.
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U.S. Consulate General Porto Alegre issues alert ahead of planned demonstration
A demonstration is scheduled to occur in front of the U.S. Consulate General in Porto Alegre, Brazil, on August 15, 2025, starting at 2:00 PM.
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U.S. Embassy warns Americans of planned demonstration in Brasilia
Media outlets have reported that a demonstration is expected at the U.S. Embassy in Brasilia on Tuesday, August 19, at 3:00 pm.
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U.S. revokes visas for Brazilian officials linked to Cuba’s Mais Médicos labor scheme
The U.S. Department of State has announced the revocation of visas and the imposition of visa restrictions on several Brazilian government officials, former Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) officials, and their family members.
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U.S. Consulate General Recife issues alert ahead of planned demonstration on August 19
A demonstration is expected to take place at Praça do Derby in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, starting at 9 a.m. on August 19, 2025.
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U.S. launches free online training for 320 Brazilian public school English teachers
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in collaboration with the Regional English Language Office (RELO) and the Association of Basic Education Workers of Piauí (ASSEBEPI), have announced the opening of applications for the Access for Teachers...
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U.S. Consulate General São Paulo issues alert ahead of planned protest
A demonstration is expected to take place outside the U.S. Consulate General in São Paulo on August 1, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM.
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Trump imposes new tariffs on Brazil citing threats to US security and free speech
President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order imposing a new 40% tariff on Brazilian imports, raising the total tariff to 50%.
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U.S. sanctions Brazilian Supreme Court justice Alexandre de Moraes for alleged human rights abuses
The United States has announced sanctions against Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, citing serious human rights abuses.
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U.S. Embassy warns Americans of planned demonstrations in Brasilia
Media reports indicate that a demonstration is scheduled to occur at the U.S. Embassy in Brasilia on Friday, August 1, at 9:00 am.
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Consular officer visiting Uberlandia on August 5 for limited services
Consular representatives from the U.S. Embassy in Brasilia will visit Uberlandia, Minas Gerais, on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.