Brazil Tourism Surges as Air Arrivals Climb 12% Amid Market Diversification
Brazil welcomed 5.87 million international visitors through July 2026, driven by a 12% rise in air arrivals and growing demand from North America and China.
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Brazil welcomed 5,870,000 international visitors from January to July 2026, which is the second-highest result for this period in history.
What was the growth rate of international air arrivals? Inbound air arrivals grew by 12 percent through July 2026, with more than 4,000,000 international visitors entering Brazil by air.
When did Brazil reinstate electronic visas for US and Canadian citizens? The eVisa requirement was reinstated on April 10, 2025, permitting eligible visitors to stay for up to 90 days.
Which Brazilian state gateways recorded the highest arrivals growth? Pernambuco recorded the highest percentage increase at 77 percent, while Ceará grew by almost 24 percent and Rio de Janeiro by 14.4 percent.
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