Hi everyone! I read a lot of the forums here and they are very helpful so I hope someone can help me with my situation.
I know this was has happened to many people: I missed my day to renew my Tourist Visa and had to do it on the 91st day. I tried at the Salvador airport as I was travelling at the time. They informed me I was not able to extend it at all because I was flagged in the system. They sent me on my way. Once I returned to Recife (where I live) I went to the Policia Federal and spoke with them. They said, sure, no problem to extend (WRONG!) They put me in the system and saw I had stayed over 90 days and this was impossible. They asked me to pay the muta (fine) then and there, I signed a form and they allowed me 5 days to exit the country. My original question to them was, can I leave the country and come back and get another 90 days? They said yes, but you have to leave.
Great. So I booked a flight to Foz do Iguacu (they recommended this). I leave this Sunday. I wish to cross the border, get a new stamp and re-enter Brazil the same day and fly home.
A friend of mine in Rio is now telling me I need to leave for a full 90 days before being allowed to re-enter Brazil again. IS THIS TRUE? I have been looking everywhere to find where it says this. I have NOT stayed the full 180 days. Can someone please confirm for me based on your experience? I am really scared to leave the country and not be allowed back in because all my things will be in Recife.
Also, does anyone have specific experience crossing the border near Foz do Iguacu they can share?
Your tips and comments are highly appreciated, Thank you!