Brazil has suspended the issue of new passports because of its ongoing budget deficit , just as the country approaches the winter holiday season – its extended travel period . The government said emergency funds for passports would be debated this week . Federal police said the decision to stop issuing new passports " stems from a dearth of funds earmarked to the activities of migratory control and the issuing of travel documents " . Brazil is suffering its worst recession in decades , with the government reducing spending as a result .
Brazil has suspended the issue of new passports because of its worsening budget crisis, just as the country approaches the winter holiday season – its peak travel period. The government said emergency funds for passports would be debated this week. Federal police said the decision to stop issuing new passports "stems from a dearth of funds earmarked to the activities of migratory control and the issuance of travel documents". Brazil is suffering its worst recession in decades, with the government reducing spending as a result.