Brazil - Apply for Yellow Fever Prevention and Control Program Card (Cartao do Programa de Prevencao e Controle da Febre Amarela)

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Yellow Fever Prevention and Control Program Card ( Cartão do Programa de Prevenção e Controle da Febre Amarela), the applicant has to approach the Ministério da Saúde (Ministry of Health) link
2. Visit a designated vaccination center where the Yellow Fever vaccine is available. Some centers may require appointments, while others might offer walk-in services.
3. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
4. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
5. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
7. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
8. The cost of the vaccination and the card is R$100.
9. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
10. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
11. In some cases, after receiving the Yellow Fever vaccine, you might receive a vaccination card that includes information about the vaccine, the date it was administered, and any follow-up recommendations.
12. Follow the recommendations provided by the healthcare professionals regarding any necessary follow-up doses or booster shots.
13. The Yellow Fever Prevention and Control Program might provide you with access to information and resources related to the disease, travel advisories, and preventive measures.
14. Keep yourself informed about any updates, requirements, or changes related to the Yellow Fever Prevention and Control Program.
15. This entire process can be completed within 2 – 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Passport size photographs
• Medical records
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Ministério da Saúde (Ministry of Health)
Esplanada dos Ministérios, Bloco G
Brasília - DF, CEP: 70.058-900
Brazil
Contact link

Eligibility

The applicant is eligible to apply for the Yellow Fever Prevention and Control Program Card (Cartão de Vacinação Internacional contra Febre Amarela) in Brazil if you are:

• A citizen of Brazil
• A resident of Brazil
• A traveller who is visiting Brazil and will be staying in any of the following states: Acre, Amapá, Amazonas, Distrito Federal, Espírito Santo, Goiás, Maranhão, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Pará, Paraná, Piauí, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, Rondônia, Roraima, Santa Catarina, São Paulo, Tocantins, or designated areas of Bahia.

Fees

• The cost of the vaccination and the card is R$100.

Validity

• The vaccination will be valid for 10 years.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 2 – 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Parents name
• Parents occupation
• ZIP code
• Contact number
• Email ID
• Other details

Need for the Document

• The Yellow Fever Prevention and Control Program Card (Cartão de Vacinação Internacional contra Febre Amarela) is a document issued by the Brazilian Ministry of Health (Ministério da Saúde) that proves that you have been vaccinated against yellow fever.
• It is required for all travellers who are visiting Brazil and will be staying in any of the following states: Acre, Amapá, Amazonas, Distrito Federal, Espírito Santo, Goiás, Maranhão, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Pará, Paraná, Piauí, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, Rondônia, Roraima, Santa Catarina, São Paulo, Tocantins, or designated areas of Bahia.

Information which might help

The Yellow Fever Prevention and Control Program Card (Cartão de Vacinação Internacional contra Febre Amarela) in Brazil has several benefits, including:

• It proves that you have been vaccinated against yellow fever, which is a serious and potentially deadly disease.
• It can help you avoid quarantine or other restrictions when entering Brazil.
• It can give you peace of mind knowing that you are protected against yellow fever.
• It can help protect the people of Brazil from the spread of yellow fever.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• The Yellow Fever Prevention and Control Program Card is an important tool for protecting people from yellow fever. By getting vaccinated and carrying the card, you can help protect yourself and others from this serious disease.