Since Wednesday, the 18th, the issuance and renewal of passports in Rio Grande do Sul has been suspended, causing significant disruptions for residents in the region. This suspension is a direct result of a strike by Federal Police (PF) delegates who are demanding better career conditions and the establishment of a fund to combat organized crime in Brazil. The National Association of Federal Police Delegates (ADPF) has called for the federal government to send a proposed law for the creation of this fund to the National Congress.

Currently, while QR codes for previously scheduled appointments will still be honored, there are no available dates for new appointments, making it increasingly difficult for those needing passport services. The suspension affects major cities including Porto Alegre, Caxias do Sul, Passo Fundo, Santa Cruz do Sul, and Santana do Livramento, with only urgent cases being processed. This has raised concerns among residents who rely on these services for travel and identification purposes.

In addition to passport processing, other administrative and operational services provided by the Federal Police are impacted by the strike. The situation highlights ongoing tensions within law enforcement in Brazil, especially regarding resource allocation and government support for policing efforts, which could have broader implications for public safety and government responsiveness to crime.