Brazil (BR)
South America's largest country, combining major work hubs, world-famous culture, beaches, Amazon biodiversity, strong digital payments, and complex but navigable bureaucracy for expats.
Capital: Brasilia
Region: Americas
Language: Portuguese
Currency: BRL (R$)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 35)
Emergency: 190
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Emergency Numbers
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General Emergency
190
Police
190
Fire Brigade
193
Ambulance
192
Poison Control
Disque-Intoxicacao: 0800 722 6001
Mental Health
CVV emotional support: 188
Domestic Violence
Central de Atendimento a Mulher: 180
Child Protection
Disque Direitos Humanos: 100
Road Assistance
Federal Highway Police: 191
How to call emergency services in Brazil
For immediate police danger call 190, ambulance/SAMU 192, fire 193. In tourist areas, ask for the tourist police (Delegacia do Turista) when available.