Group of Haitians detained in Viracopos was tricked with fake visas, says Federal Police
A group of 118 Haitians was detained at Viracopos Airport in Campinas, Brazil, after being scammed with fake humanitarian visas that appeared authentic.
Three Haitians are accommodated in Campinas after detention in Viracopos
Three Haitians are receiving care from the social assistance of Campinas after being detained at Viracopos Airport, with most of the group expressing a desire to continue to other destinations.
Haitians in Viracopos: understand what refuge, humanitarian reception is, and the different entry points into Brazil
A group of 118 Haitians was detained for over 55 hours at Viracopos Airport in Brazil before beginning their humanitarian admission process.
Detention on a Plane and Waiting at the Airport: Haitians Leave Viracopos After 55 Hours
A group of Haitian migrants was detained at Viracopos International Airport for over 55 hours before beginning their asylum application process in Brazil.
Haitians in Viracopos: Federal Court gives 48 hours for Federal Police to analyze asylum requests
The Federal Court in Campinas has mandated the Federal Police to complete initial assessments of asylum requests from Haitian migrants at Viracopos Airport within 48 hours.
Federal Police holds a drive to register and release Haitians detained in Viracopos, says airport
Brazil's Federal Police is conducting a registration drive for Haitians detained at Viracopos Airport after a flight brought them from Haiti, due to documentation issues.
Haitians detained in Viracopos: 10 points to understand the case and what remains to be clarified
Ninety-seven Haitian migrants have been detained at Viracopos International Airport due to issues with their documentation, prompting an investigation into potential immigration fraud.
Haitians detained in Viracopos: Honduran company has a fleet of 2 planes and made its first flight with refugees to Brazil
A Honduran airline, Aviación Tecnológica S.A. (Aviatsa), conducted its first flight transporting Haitian refugees to Brazil amid reports of documentation issues leading to their detention at the Viracopos International Airport.
Haitian woman detained at Viracopos falls ill and is attended by emergency services, says lawyer
A Haitian woman detained at Viracopos Airport in Brazil fell ill and required emergency medical assistance, as reported by her lawyer.
Federal Court wants to hear police chief about retention of Haitians in Viracopos
A federal court in Campinas has ordered an investigation into the retention of 118 Haitian immigrants at Viracopos Airport, requiring the police chief responsible for migration control to testify.
Haitian detained in Viracopos describes despair over fear of returning to the country in humanitarian crisis
Sadrack Joseph and his family feared returning to Haiti after being detained at Viracopos Airport, expressing relief upon finally entering Brazil.
Immigrants held in Viracopos: 113 Haitians presented false family reunion visas, says Itamaraty
The Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that 113 Haitian immigrants at Viracopos International Airport were found with falsified electronic visas.
Two Haitians with valid visas released after more than 24 hours detained at Viracopos
Two Haitian children with valid visas were released after being detained for over 24 hours at Viracopos International Airport due to documentation issues.
Haitians slept on chairs and mattresses in a reserved room after plane was held in Viracopos
Haitian immigrants detained at Viracopos International Airport in Brazil spent the night in a reserved room due to documentation issues.
Haitians in Viracopos: Federal Police will investigate those responsible for immigration and document forgery
The Federal Police of Brazil is launching an investigation into irregularities related to the processing of Haitian immigrants and the forgery of documents after a chartered flight was detained at Viracopos International Airport.
After plane held for 10 hours, PF details flow of 600 Haitians per week at Viracopos
A charter flight carrying 118 Haitians was detained for 10 hours at Viracopos International Airport due to issues with fraudulent humanitarian visas, amidst a larger trend of 600 Haitians arriving weekly to Brazil.
Plane with 118 Haitian immigrants detained in Viracopos
A plane carrying 118 Haitian immigrants has been detained at Viracopos International Airport in Campinas, Brazil, with federal police preventing them from disembarking.
Federal Police and Revenue intercept 570 kg of cocaine in coffee cargo in Viracopos destined for Belgium
Brazil's Federal Police intercepted 570 kg of cocaine hidden in a coffee shipment bound for Belgium at Viracopos Airport in Campinas.
Anac extends committee negotiating the future of Viracopos concession until April
The National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil has extended the operational deadline for the committee negotiating the future concession of Viracopos Airport until April.
Azul flight from Campinas to Brasília returns to Viracopos due to 'operational reasons'
A flight from Campinas to Brasília by Azul Airlines had to return to the Viracopos airport shortly after takeoff due to unspecified operational reasons, although no incidents were reported.
Plane reports emergency and returns to Viracopos minutes after takeoff
A plane from Azul Linhas Aéreas had to return shortly after taking off from Viracopos airport in Brazil due to a technical problem.
Viracopos Airport opens 44 job vacancies in Campinas; see list and how to apply
Viracopos Airport in Campinas has announced 44 job opportunities across various roles, including firefighting and technical positions, with applications being accepted via email.
Elderly man who fell ill on a plane at Viracopos is out of a coma; family says they are coming to Brazil
A 78-year-old passenger who fell ill during a flight with a stop at Viracopos International Airport in Campinas, SP, has regained consciousness but remains hospitalized after a pulmonary embolism.
Passenger found unconscious in an airplane seat at Viracopos and taken to hospital
A 78-year-old passenger was found unconscious in an airplane seat at Viracopos International Airport in Campinas, Brazil, and was subsequently taken to a hospital for medical treatment.
Flights redirected to Viracopos after halt at Guarulhos airport
Flights were diverted to Viracopos airport due to a suspension of operations at Guarulhos airport caused by the presence of drones.
Carnival 2026: Viracopos and Campinas Bus Station are expected to receive 285,000 passengers; see main destinations
Viracopos Airport and the Campinas bus station are preparing for a busy Carnival period, expecting to handle 285,000 passengers heading to various popular destinations.
Arrested by the Federal Police upon landing in Viracopos responds for hit-and-run in SP and was convicted of homophobia
Jaqueline Santos Ludovico, arrested at Viracopos International Airport, has been convicted of homophobia and is facing charges for a hit-and-run incident in São Paulo.
Convicted of homophobia in a bakery in SP is arrested at the airport upon returning from Spain
Jaqueline Santos Ludovico, a 26-year-old Brazilian wanted for homophobia against a couple in a São Paulo bakery, was arrested at Viracopos International Airport upon her return from Spain.
Fugitive of Justice arrested by the Federal Police after arriving in Brazil at Viracopos
A 35-year-old Brazilian fugitive wanted by the law was arrested by the Federal Police upon her arrival at Viracopos International Airport in Campinas, São Paulo, from Madrid, Spain.