U.S. Updates Brazil Level 2 Travel Advisory Over Crime and Kidnapping Risks
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Updated · Fox News · Sep 2
U.S. Updates Brazil Level 2 Travel Advisory Over Crime and Kidnapping Risks
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Sep 2
Summary
Aug. 31 brought a revised U.S. travel advisory for Brazil, keeping the country at Level 2 while sharpening warnings on crime and kidnapping.
The State Department said violent crime in urban areas includes murder, armed robbery and carjacking, with foreigners also targeted through dating apps, bars and drink-spiking robberies.
Rio de Janeiro drew a specific warning over assaults involving sedatives, while express kidnappings—forcing victims to withdraw cash or transfer money via Pix—remain an ongoing threat.
Certain areas still carry a Level 4 Do Not Travel warning, including international land borders, informal housing developments and some areas around Brasília.
U.S. officials advised travelers to avoid displaying wealth, watch drinks, use extra caution at night and stay alert on public transit as Washington issues broader overseas safety warnings.