What travelers should know
- Local prices are in BRL, not USD or EUR.
- Cards are widely used in many travel situations.
- Keep some cash for flexibility and smaller purchases.
Should you exchange before arrival?
A little emergency cash is fine, but many travelers simply use cards or withdraw local cash after landing.
Bottom line
Know the currency, avoid over-carrying cash, and focus more on low-fee payment methods than on carrying large banknotes.