Brazil

Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription, in amounts consistent with personal use; controlled substances may need authorization.

Medications may be subject to health inspection; confirm legality with ANVISA.

Brazil forbids importing or possessing firearms without prior authorization, and this extends even to spent shell casings or ammunition in your luggage in transit.

Arrest and prosecution anywhere in the country, including at airports.

There is no cap on cash, but amounts over US$10,000 (or equivalent) must be declared to customs via the electronic traveler declaration (e-DBV) on entry or exit.

Undeclared cash can be seized; declaring has no tax implications.

Brazil strictly regulates exporting tropical plants and wildlife; in the Amazon, exporting biological materials without permits can bring 'biopiracy' charges.

Criminal charges for biopiracy

Brazil's health agency ANVISA bans all e-cigarettes/vapes; any form of import is prohibited, including for personal use and in your carry-on luggage.

Devices seized at the border; health-law fines and penalties apply.

Under Brazil's 'Lei Seca' you cannot drive with any measurable blood-alcohol level (zero tolerance), and police run random breathalyzer checkpoints.

Legal penalties plus vehicle impoundment.

Brazil has no legal restrictions on same-sex marriage, relations, or events; however, violence against LGB individuals is a serious concern.