We are planing on 2 - 3 days to visit Iguazu Falls in March. I've read many recommendations advising to see the Brazilian side. It will cost about $300.00 to get a visa for Brazil. That seems pretty steep for a 1/2 day visit (although the visa is good for 10 years). The latest Lonely Planet Argentina guide says, "it is often - but not always - possible to take a day-trip bus to the Brazilian falls without a visa. Argentine officials will stamp you out; stay on the bus when it passes Brazilian immigration and dont' blame us if you're out of luck that day and get sent back." So - how likely is it that this works - especially during the high tourist season. Also, is there any fine if you get caught without the visa - or do you just get turned back. Thanks for any insights on this.
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It's true - if you cross into Brazil on the ordinary bus service, they don't normally stamp you in, but you might be unlucky that day!2
It's true - if you cross into Brazil on the ordinary bus service, they don't normally stamp you in, but you might be unlucky that day!3
Well, the processing fee through the consulate is $160.00 and the handling fee through an assistance agency to get the visa is another $50 plus an additional $25 for Fed Ex return. Additionally, you need to purchase passport photos to send in, all paperwork needs to be notarized and it needs ot be mailed in - so it is about $300 when it is all said and done! that being siad, it seems quite doable to get there for a few yours without a visa. Thanks for the info and the link.4
The Brazilian side isn't worth it, not US$300. All the glory of the falls is on the Argentinian side. You can compare it to American and Canadian side of Niagara, if you've been there. You obviously want to see it from the Canadian side.5
Thats expensive. I assume American? For Australian's its 49 AUD. Its not worth that kind of money.And there isn't a need to go through an agency either.One could do it at Puerto Iguazu or in Buenos Aires if you wanted to be safe and have a visa. But in my experience, the Brazilian side isn't as good (though the last bit of boardwalk is great). It still is an integral part of it and I think it shouldn't be missed as it helps create a complete overview of the falls.
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Well - do any of you if anyone has gotten across recently without a visa? The B&B owner in Puerto Iquazu where we will be staying has siad it is no longer possible becaseu Brazil has gotten very stirct due to drgus at the border.ADVERTISEMENT
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