Mobile payments and digital wallets, curated for travelers visiting Brazil.
Brazil's instant payment system used by 92% of adults. As a foreigner without a Brazilian bank account you can't use Pix directly, but knowing it exists helps you understand why vendors prefer it over cards.
These apps need data
Guac eSIM covers Brazil with plans from $1.50 per GB. Install it before you land and activate instantly.
Check our payments section for Brazil.
There are 1 payments apps available in Brazil as of 2026.
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