Travel Guide: Brazil 2026
Internet & connectivity guide for travelers
- Capital
- Brasília
- Currency
- BRL (R$)
- Language
- Portuguese
- Timezone
- Various (UTC−2 to −5)
Internet & connectivity
Network: Good 4G/5G (Vivo, Claro, TIM) in cities, weaker in the Amazon
Physical SIMs require CPF (tax ID) registration, which is complex for tourists. An eSIM avoids this entirely.
eSIM compatibility:4/5
View Brazil eSIM plansBest areas
Rio de JaneiroSão PauloFlorianópolisSalvador
Connectivity tips
- Claro and Vivo have the widest coverage across Brazil
- Signal can be very weak in the Amazon and remote beaches
- Download offline maps — navigation apps are essential in Brazilian cities
Best time to visit
April–October (dry season, especially in the south-east)
Getting around: Domestic flights, long-distance buses, metro in São Paulo and Rio