Travel Guide: Brazil 2026

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★★★★☆

Best areas

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