Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Porto Alegre, Brazil (January 12, 2026)
Location: In front of the U.S. Consulate General Porto Alegre, on Avenida Assis Brasil.
Event: A demonstration is expected to take place on January 12, 2026, beginning at 5:00 PM.
U.S. citizens should avoid the area during the demonstration and exercise caution in the vicinity.
Brazilian public safety officials are aware of the protest and monitoring the situation. Historically, gatherings of this type have been peaceful and orderly; however, demonstrations can quickly become unpredictable.
Actions to Take:
· Avoid the area of the demonstration.
·Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
· Monitor local media for updates.
· Be aware of your surroundings.
· Keep a low profile.
· Plan significant extra time to arrive at your destination
U.S. Consulate General Porto Alegre
Avenida Assis Brasil, 1889
Passo d’ Areia
91010-004 Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
Telephone: 011-55-51-3345-6000
Email: PortoAlegreACS@state.gov
State Department – Consular Affairs
+1 888-407-4747 or + 1 202-501-4444
Brazil Country Information Page
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