$16 K+ and Brazilian Customs
[QUOTE=Singe247;2620887]Planning to stay for about 12-14 days.
I will declare on arrival. I will have it spread out on my person, and my handbag and secret pockets etc on the way from the airport.
The reasons for bringing cash are my own, unfortunately not able to share.
Thanks everyone for their advice. I will write reports when I reach.[/QUOTE]
Just be aware that by bringing in that much cash $16K+ (US), you may paint a target on your back, coming from the airport. Wish I could say all Brazilian Customs Officers were upstanding and law abiding.
While I, don't think it's as prevalent as bygone days of old, but tip-offs to criminal elements, w/r to gringos bringing in large sums money, had been know to happen from time to time. I think Rio more than Sao Paulo, but none the less, feel free to be as paranoid as you want coming in from the airport, on your taxi/uber until you get to your intended hotel.
Take care, take precautions, keep your wits about yourself, keep your head on a swivel and don't broadcast your whereabouts or travel plans while in transit with large sums of unsecured money. Good luck and report back.