Currency Exchange & Payment Methods in Brazil
The official currency of Brazil is the Real (R$). You can exchange money at banks, currency exchange offices, travel agencies, and authorized hotels.
For more details about currency exchange, visit the Central Bank of Brazil: www.bcb.gov.br
Payment Methods
International credit and debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, shops, car rental agencies, and travel services.
Cash and traveler’s checks can be exchanged at authorized exchange offices.
Pix: The Most Popular Payment Method in Brazil
Pix is Brazil’s instant payment system, used by millions of businesses and individuals daily. Many merchants, including small vendors, prefer Pix over traditional credit or debit cards.
Great news for tourists! The Pix Roaming system allows foreign visitors to pay using Pix directly through their home country’s digital wallets or banking apps.
How Does Pix for Tourists Work?
- Open your digital wallet or banking app.
- Scan the Pix QR Code provided by the merchant.
- The amount is instantly converted from Brazilian Reais (R$) to your home currency.
- Confirm the payment, and you're done! The merchant receives the money in Reais.
Why Use Pix?
- Accepted in many places, including street vendors and small businesses that may not take cards.
- Instant and secure transactions.
- No need to carry large amounts of cash.
- Exchange rates and fees are shown upfront before confirming the payment.
Enjoy your trip and make the most of Brazil’s easy and modern payment system!
