Overview

• Brazil will impose new visa requirements for certain Asian countries starting Monday.
• The decision follows a significant rise in refugee applications at Sao Paulo's international airport.
• Over 6,300 migrants have applied for refugee status in Brazil this year, more than double the 2023 total.
• Authorities are concerned about the use of Brazil as a stopover for irregular migration routes to North America.
• The new rules will not affect travelers from countries currently exempt from Brazilian visas.