Due to the current situation with political demonstrations and civil unrest taking place in 12 Brazilian cities.

The UK Foreign Office advises all travellers to the country to be mindful of the situation, to take heed of official warnings and to avoid known trouble spots or planned demonstrations.

The Brazilian Government has announced that it is to deploy the National Security Force in 5 cities – Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, Salvador, Fortaleza and the capital, Brasilia.

Travellers should stay close to media updates.