The U.S. Consulate General in Recife has announced the temporary closure of the Consular Agency in Fortaleza from April 23 to May 14, 2025. During this period, no routine American Citizen Services will be provided, including consular reports of birth abroad, first-time or renewal passport applications, or notary services.
For any emergency services during the closure, U.S. citizens are advised to contact the U.S. Consulate General in Recife. Communication can be established through email at RecifeACS@state.gov or by phone at (81) 3416-3080.
The Consular Agency in Fortaleza is situated at Torre Santos Dumont on Avenida Santos Dumont, Suite 708, in Aldeota, Fortaleza, with the phone number (85) 3223-4902.
U.S. citizens are encouraged to stay informed by visiting the State Department’s travel website, which offers information such as the Worldwide Caution and Brazil-specific travel advisories. Additionally, enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is recommended for receiving security messages and facilitating communication in emergencies.
For further assistance, U.S. citizens can contact the U.S. Embassy in Brasilia. The embassy is located at SES – Av. das Nações, Quadra 801, Lote 03, and can be reached at +55 (61) 3312-7000 during regular business hours. An after-hours emergency contact number is also available at +55 (61) 3312-7400. Email inquiries can be directed to BrasiliaACS@state.gov.
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil maintain a presence on social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and X, for ongoing updates and communication.