Brazil

Brazil uses 127/220V, 60Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type N.

Brazil uses the Brazilian real (symbol: R$), code BRL.

Banknotes come in denominations of 100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 2 reals. Real is subdivided into 100 centavos. Coins come in denominations of 1 real and 50, 25, 10 and 5 centavos.

Tipping is usually not expected in Brazil. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip. Receipts usually include a service charge. If there is a service charge there is no need to tip.

Automatic teller machines (local name: Caixa eletrônico) are everywhere in Brazil. Pretty much anywhere you look there will be an ATM. Brazil has one of the highest ATM densities in the world.

You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.

Internet speed in Brazil is on average 4.1 Mbps.

WiFi coverage in Brazil is moderate. It's relatively easy to find one when needed.

You can buy a SIM card for about 19.75 BRL, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 7 telecoms: Algar Telecom, Claro, Nextel, Oi, Sercomtel, TIM or Vivo.

Brazil uses GSM mobile networks GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 and GSM 1900.

If you don't want to buy SIM card in Brazil upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.

To call Brazil, dial +, then 55 (the country code for Brazil), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number.

Homosexuality is legal in Brazil.

Same-sex couples can be married like everyone else.

The following vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for your protection and to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.