Visitors to Brazil must obtain a visa from a Brazilian Consulate (in some cases, Embassy) unless they come from a visa-exempt country – check the list of countries for a visa required at the following links: 1) English (see the “caption” on the first page and column “Vivis – Visit Visa” in the table for the corresponded visa information); 2) Português version.
In case of questions, it is strongly recommended you check with your local Brazilian diplomatic mission if you need to apply for a tourist visa beforehand, Consular Offices of Brazil.
Information on this topic can be found at Brazilian Consulate portal: Brazilian Consulate portal.
Important: bear in mind you must apply for a visa in advance, at least 2 months before the intended travel to have enough time to get it.
The Local Committee (eventos@cnpem.br) can provide a letter of invitation if you need to present it for a visa. The requirements may differ from country to country. Please, check what applies in your case and upload the info as your passport number, your date of birth and date of arrival in ConfTool (Edit User Account Details).
The invitation letter is available only for registered participants and the DHL fee is not included in the conference fee if you need the original letter.
Note the Invitation Letter does not guarantee a Brazilian visa.
The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your planned date of departure from Brazil.
You may consider an insurance policy of your choice to protect your interests in relation to cancellations, medical expenses, loss or damage to personal property. The conference organizers cannot take any responsibility for participants failing to arrange their own insurance.
COVID Vaccination Policy
The complete proof of vaccination or the first dose plus a negative test for Covid-19 should be proven at the conference venue according to the test type:
- PCR – 48 hours before entering the establishment
- Antigen – 24 hours before entering the establishment
Current local regulatory norms in Campinas city.
Indoor masks are voluntary for all people regardless of their COVID vaccination status (vaccinated and unvaccinated).
Masks are still required on public transportation and in Health Care settings, including Lab Health Services.
Note: In-person activities at CNPEM campus in Campinas-SP are planned following the sanitary recommendations on the COVID-19 pandemic and are subject to change, which may lead to cancellation, postponement or migration to online realization only.
REAL (R$) is the currency used in Brazil. It is possible to find some options for exchanging money at the airports or in the city of Campinas.
In Brazil, the voltage is 110 or 220 V, depending on the city. In Campinas, the voltage is 110 V and 60HZ. Electrical outlet plugs and sockets in Brazil follow type N. Visitors should bring plug adapters and voltage transformers to their electric/electronic devices if necessary.
The climate is tropical but mitigated by elevation. Winters are generally dry and mild, while summers are rainy with warm temperatures.