BRASÍLIA, DF – BRASIL
From December 3rd to 6th, 2024

Logistics

To ensure a positive meeting experience for those taking part, we’ve put together a logistics letter with important information and this page with additional information about the city, accommodation and restaurants. Check it out below.

Local

The event will be held at the Serzedello Corrêa Institute (ISC), located at Setor de Clubes Esportivos Sul Trecho 3 – Brasília.

Schedule

Open America will be held from December 3 to 6, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Instituto Serzedello Corrêa, SCES Tr. 3 Polo 8, Lt. 3, Brasília, DF 70200, BR

Registration

Registration for the event will be open from September 20 to November 20. All participants must be registered to take part in the event. If you haven’t already done so, fill in your details at the following this link (coming soon). Registration details will be shared with participants closer to the event.

Visa

Brazil adopts a visa policy based on the principle of reciprocity. This means that nationals of countries that require visas from Brazilian citizens to enter their territories will also need a visa to travel to Brazil, in accordance with Brazilian migration legislation. To find out if you need a visa and for more information, visit this link.

Vaccination

Health guidance and proof of vaccination: there is no mandatory requirement for proof of vaccination to enter the country. However, the Brazilian Ministry of Health recommends that international travelers update their vaccination status before arriving in Brazil, according to the guidelines of the vaccination calendar of the country of origin or residence, especially against yellow fever, polio, measles, rubella, diphtheria and tetanus and dengue fever.  

Vaccination or Covid-19 tests are no longer required for entry into the country.

Airport

If you enter Brazilian territory via a connection at another airport, remember that you must collect your luggage for customs control. After the immigration and customs procedures, the bag must be checked in at the transfer desk for domestic flights.

When leaving the arrivals area, in front of the passenger terminal (first floor), there is the Pick-up Plaza. We suggest that event participants use cab services, or go to the Pick-up Square and request transportation by app or use the other options available.

Currency and exchange

The payment methods used in Brazil are credit/debit cards and cash (the currency is the Real). The MasterCard and Visa card brands are generally accepted in most commercial establishments. However, it is important to note that many places and tourist attractions only accept cash payments.

24-hour ATM – Pier 21 Shopping Center
Distance from the event: 4.6 km
Address: St. de Clubes Esportivos Sul Trecho 2 Lote 32

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To exchange currency, you can use online apps such as Wise or Revolut. If you prefer to exchange in person, you can use Western Union, DayCâmbio, Rede Câmbio Seguro, among others, many of which operate at Brazilian airports. To withdraw cash, you can go to the following ATMs near the venue:

24-hour checkout – Carrefour
Distance from the event: 6.7 km
Address: QUADRA 0, SHCS

Voltage and plugs

The electricity voltage in Brasilia is 220V. The sockets in the country are type N and have 3-pin sockets. If necessary, we suggest you bring an adapter or buy one at the airport, as the places to buy one may be far from the hotel or the event.

Transportation

We suggest that you travel by cab or transport app and that you write down the addresses of the main places you want to visit during your stay in the city, to make it easier to get around. Some of the most widely used private transportation apps in Brasilia are Uber and 99.

Accomodation

We have established partnerships with hotels near the event venue, which will offer special rates for participants who need accommodation. Click here to see a list of some of the nearby hotels that have already signed up for accommodation, as well as additional booking information.

Food

During the lunch break, participants will be free to have lunch wherever they prefer. Check out this list of suggested restaurants nearby. The event organizers have no partnership with or responsibility for the establishments listed.

Weather

In general, Brasília’s climate is mild and pleasant, with an average temperature of 24°. The normal range is between 22° and 28°C.
Weather forecast for December 2024:
Temperature: minimum 18°C, maximum 26°C
Precipitation: 257 mm

Urgency and emergency services

If necessary, you can call the emergency services on the following numbers: 
Military Police – 190
Fire Brigade – 193
Mobile Emergency Service (Samu) – 192

Referral hospitals

Here we list the health units closest to the venue. All the units are part of the Unified Health System (SUS) and provide free care.

UBS – Asa Norte – Vila Planalto
Distance from the event: 4.5 km (8 minutes by car)
Address: Vila Planalto Acamp Pacheco Fernandes
Telephone: +55 61 9207 0938
Opening hours: From Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Specialty: Care for minor emergencies such as pain (headache, toothache, stomachache, among others), fevers, nausea and vomiting, malaise, high blood pressure, burns, among others.

Hospital de Base do Distrito Federal – SMHS
Distance from the event: 7.8 km (11 minutes by car)
Address: Área Especial, Q. 101 – Asa Sul
Telephone: +55 61 3550 8900
Opening hours: 24 hours
Specialty of care: Emergency referral for trauma, ophthalmology and patients referred for cardiology, neurology, otorhinolaryngology, vascular and respiratory endoscopy and high complexity. There is no medical clinic.

Hospital Regional de Asa Norte
Distance from the event: 8.6 km (17 minutes by car)
Address: SMHN Q 2 – Asa Norte, Brasília – DF, 70710-100
Telephone: 061 2017-1900
Opening hours: 24 hours
Specialty: Emergency room with emergency care in General Surgery, Dentistry, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Ophthalmology, Burns and Plastic Surgery. Medical clinic.

Hospital Materno Infantil de Brasília
Distance from the event: 8.9 km (13 minutes by car)
Address: Av. L2 Sul SGAS Quadra 608 Módulo A – Asa Sul
Telephone: +55 61 3449 7573
Opening hours: Outpatient care (7am to 6pm) and 24-hour emergency department
Specialty: Outpatient and urgent and emergency pediatric care. It also treats urgent and emergency cases of high-risk obstetrics.

UPA Paranoá
Distance from the event: 16.6 km (22 minutes by car)
Address: Q 1/2, C 1, AE 4 EPC – Paranoá Parque
Telephone: +55 61 91936 2626
Opening hours: 24 hours
Specialty: Emergency care for cardiac arrest/heart pain, shortness of breath, seizures and other moderate to severe urgent and emergency conditions.

Support and contact

If you need any support or have any questions about the logistics of the event, please contact contato@2024.abrelatam.org.

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to seeing you at Open America!