Menu
Expat.com

Is COVID test to enter Brazil 24 hours or 1 calendar day?

Post new topic

sakabaro

Hi,


I've been reading contradictory things online.


I wasn't able to get fully COVID vaccinated (I was admitted to the hospital). So, I am taking an antigen test. Should the test taken 24 hours or 1 calendar day (so doesn't matter the time) prior to boarding?


I am coming from the U.S. if that matters.


Things online seem to point to both:

- https://www.in.gov.br/en/web/dou/-/port … -428660501

- https://www.gov.br/casacivil/pt-br/assu … -5-10-2021

- https://www.gov.br/anvisa/pt-br/english … ing-brazil


And do we know is this only for boarding or also checked at the border?


Thank you!

sjpetzold

Pretty sure it’s not required any more

abthree

02/19/23 @sakabaro. Follow the instructions on your airline's website. If it says "one day", you can treat it as one calendar day, unless the airline's instructions say otherwise.  Personally, I'd get the test the preceding afternoon, processing times permitting, especially for an afternoon or night flight the next day.


The Brazilian authorities depend on the airline to screen you; if the airline lets you board, you're good to go. Your test status won't be rechecked at Immigration, unless perhaps you're showing obvious symptoms of illness.

sjpetzold

Or why not just get a quick vaccine before you go, just to be on the safe side, Then you have the documents to show.

rraypo

Or why not just get a quick vaccine before you go, just to be on the safe side, Then you have the documents to show.
-@sjpetzold


Please don't start this debate here again

rraypo

Hi,
I've been reading contradictory things online.

Always check with your airline. I have been flying Air Canada and their website now just send me to Anvisa. https://www.gov.br/anvisa/pt-br/assunto … -aeronaves

sjpetzold

@rraypo

I wasn’t trying to start a debate. Wasn’t sure how aware the writer was of how available they are and it would be a quick fix

abthree

02/19/23  Everybody is just trying to help.  But the rules change regularly, so the most reliable source for information is always your own airline, in the days just before you take off. 


For what it's worth -- which isn't definitive! -- I checked American, the airline I most often fly, before responding to sakabaro's original post.  Their current guidance for Brazil is to get a PCR or Antigen test no more than one day before departure.

KenAquarius

I'm hoping all this ends soon. It's become absurd.

Articles to help you in your expat project in Brazil

  • The healthcare system in Brazil
    The healthcare system in Brazil

    If you are traveling to Brazil, then you should consider whether it makes sense to obtain traveler's insurance ...

  • Accidents and emergencies in Brazil
    Accidents and emergencies in Brazil

    Public healthcare is free in Brazil, as this country has universal healthcare. This means that if you ever need to ...

  • Pregnancy in Brazil
    Pregnancy in Brazil

    If you're planning on having a child in Brazil, then you should be prepared for how the healthcare system ...

  • Using phones in Brazil
    Using phones in Brazil

    It's much easier these days to get a cell phone in Brazil, and phones and calling plans are inexpensive. ...

  • Accommodation in Brasilia
    Accommodation in Brasilia

    Brasilia, the country's federal capital, is home to many highly-paid government employees and foreign ...

  • Dating in Brazil
    Dating in Brazil

    If you're single and ready to mingle, then you might want to try your hand at dating after you've settled ...

  • Marriage in Brazil
    Marriage in Brazil

    Brazil can be a romantic country, and you may want to marry here. Perhaps you even want to remain in Brazil ...

  • Leisure activities in Brazil
    Leisure activities in Brazil

    Have you always dreamed of dancing to the rhythm of a Brazilian carnival? Do you wish to enjoy the sand and the ...

All of Brazil's guide articles