Is Curitiba safe to visit right now? (September 2026)

Travel advisories for Brazil

What the advice says

• The US State Department rates Brazil at Level 2, Exercise Increased Caution, and this advisory applies at the country level rather than specifically to Curitiba.
• UK FCDO guidance warns of theft and robbery in Brazilian cities, including on buses, with mobile phones a common target especially between 4pm and 9pm.
• Favelas exist in all major Brazilian cities and travelers are advised to avoid them entirely, including favela tours or accommodations advertised as being within one.
• Express kidnapping, where victims are held briefly and driven to an ATM, has been reported, along with bank and card scams such as ATM card cloning.
• Drink spiking, including cases involving dating apps, and methanol poisoning from spirit-based drinks have both been documented, so travelers should buy and watch their own drinks.
• Protests and demonstrations occur regularly across Brazilian cities and can turn confrontational, so it is advisable to avoid political rallies and leave any gathering that feels unsafe.
• City beaches see theft after dark and organized group thefts during the day, so valuables should be kept minimal and out of sight when out in public.