Have you thought about traveling by car to another country? After all, with school holidays - and, in some cases, recess at work - driving to Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay is an option worth considering. Check out what equipment and documents are needed to avoid problems and bureaucracy when crossing the border!
Argentina
According to the Argentine consulate in Sao Paulo (SP), any ID less than ten years since the issue is sufficient to identify Brazilians. To drive, you must have a valid driver's license, current vehicle documentation and proof of insurance for Mercosur - so be aware if there is coverage in the neighboring country.
However, if the car is registered in the name of a third party (for example, financed vehicles), a notarized authorization must be registered with the full details of the owner, vehicle, and driver. In the case of spouses and relatives up to the second degree, proof of kinship is enough to drive.
According to Argentine law 24.449 / 94, it is mandatory to have two signal triangles and fire extinguisher onboard. But it is not difficult to receive misleading information - the diplomatic office itself erroneously reported the obligation to tow wire rope. Finally, don't forget to keep your headlights always on.
Chile
To drive in Chile, the rules are similar to those valid in Argentina - that is, you only have to have a valid license for Brazil - and you can drive in the country for up to three months. According to the Consulate General, all occupants must have IDs up to ten years old and the vehicle must have specific insurance (SOAP) issued by HDI and Consorcio.
You must always have the car document on board and, if you are on behalf of third parties, you must register an authorization with the complete data of the owner, the vehicle and also the driver. Also, you must declare amounts over $ 10,000 and complete a form in Chilean Customs.
In addition to the basic items such as seat belts, speedometer wheeled spare tire and windshield wiper, there are some peculiarities regarding the items required by Brazilian law. After all, the Chilean traffic code also states that the vehicle has a fire extinguisher, two signaling triangles, and a reflective vest sew on reflective tape.
Paraguay
According to the Consulate General, Brazilians can drive in the country only with a valid license and an ID less than ten years since issue. However, if the vehicle is in the name of a third party - as in other countries - a full data authorization must be presented (and only the authorized person can drive).
It is allowed to travel around the country for up to three months, but you need to be aware of the possible "trick". Under Paraguay law 5016/14, in addition to the equipment required in Brazil, the car must have a fire extinguisher and two signaling triangles - the diplomatic agency says it is necessary to carry shrouds, which is not specified in the legislation.
As in other Mercosur countries, if the insurance policy is not covered in Paraguayan territory, you will need to acquire the Green Card (which protects against collision, theft/fire, fire, damage to third parties and bodily harm to passengers). This option is offered by different insurers in Brazil and can be quoted with a broker.
Uruguay
According to the Uruguayan embassy in Brazil, travelers can stay for up to 90 days in the country (renewable for a further 90 days) and simply have their ID or passport as identification. Also, you must have a valid Brazilian license and document attesting to the tourist status, issued by the migratory authority of the neighboring country.
Also, you must have valid insurance - such as the Green Card, which protects against collision, theft/fire, fire, third party and personal injury to passengers in Mercosur countries - and vehicle documentation. If the property is in the name of a third party or sold, you must have a power of attorney or a notarized authorization.
Spouses, family members of the second degree and private drivers may drive the vehicle, provided there are documents to prove kinship or professional relationship to the authority. Remember that, in Uruguay, it is mandatory to circulate with low beam always lit, and have onboard first aid kit, reflective vest, and signaling triangle.
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