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Carnival in Brazil is one of the most famous celebrations in the world – a spectacular mix of music, dance, tradition and community spirit. Held every year in the days leading up to Lent, Carnival is a moment when streets fill with vibrant parades, dazzling costumes and the infectious energy of samba.<\/p>
Whether in Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, São Paulo or Recife, each region of Brazil brings its unique style to the festival, making it a deeply rooted cultural tradition. For those living abroad, staying connected to family and friends during Carnival is essential. With Paysend, you can support your loved ones back home, helping them make the most of this unforgettable celebration.<\/p>
The history behind Brazil’s Carnival<\/h2>
Carnival’s origins trace back to European festivals brought to Brazil by Portuguese settlers in the 17th century. These celebrations were inspired by Catholic traditions, marking the last days of indulgence before Lent’s fasting period.<\/p>
Over time, African, Indigenous and Portuguese influences merged to create the unique Brazilian Carnival we know today. The introduction of samba – a music and dance style with deep African roots – became a defining feature, turning Carnival into the spectacular, rhythmic event it is today.<\/p>
Key Carnival celebrations across Brazil<\/h2>
Rio de Janeiro:<\/strong> Home to the world-famous Sambadrome parades, where top samba schools compete in elaborate floats and performances.<\/li>
Salvador:<\/strong> Known for its electric street parties, with massive crowds following live music trucks.<\/li>
Recife & Olinda: <\/strong>Famous for frevo dancing and massive street parades, featuring the iconic giant puppets.<\/li>
São Paulo: <\/strong>Hosts Sambadrome parades similar to Rio but with its own distinct flair and local traditions.<\/li><\/ul>
Carnival is more than just a party – it’s a cultural showcase that brings communities together, honoring Brazil’s history, music and artistic flair.<\/p>
Why sending money home matters during Carnival<\/h2>
For many, Carnival is a time of family, unity and celebration, but it can also bring extra costs. If you have loved ones in Brazil, a little financial support can help them enjoy the festivities to the fullest.<\/p>
How your transfer can make a difference:<\/strong><\/p>
Costumes and accessories<\/strong> – Help family members join in parades with dazzling outfits and decorations.<\/li>
Food and celebrations<\/strong> – Support loved ones in preparing traditional Carnival feasts for family and friends.<\/li>
Travel and experiences <\/strong>– Some travel to major Carnival cities like Rio, Salvador or Recife — your support can help cover transport and accommodation. <\/li><\/ul>
Whether it’s helping with a small expense or a bigger celebration, your support means they can enjoy Carnival without worry.<\/p>
How to send money to Brazil with Paysend<\/h2>
Paysend makes it easy to stay connected to your loved ones during Carnival. Here’s how you can send money to Brazil in just a few taps<\/p>
The coronavirus pandemic has completely changed the way that you can send your money abroad, and you need to stay on top of what you can and can’t do when it comes to sending your money abroad.
The money transfer methods that you used in 2019 may not be the best way to send money abroad right now, as you don’t want to put yourself, your family, or others members of the public at risk.
Here are the main ways you can send money, along with some information about how they have changed since the coronavirus pandemic:
Using your bank
Sending money with the bank that you use for your day-to-day money management was a very popular method before the pandemic, but since lockdown restrictions forced people to stay at home, trips to the bank were made very difficult.
Because of this, many more people decided to find alternative methods, such as using an online money transfer company, and found that the fees were much lower and the exchange rates much better with these new methods. And as a bonus, they didn’t have to spend any time travelling or queueing up!
Using a high-street transfer company
You’ll find a number of money transfer outlets in off licences and post offices that will let you send money abroad for a cash pick-up or straight to a bank account, but similarly to high street banks, lockdown has shown people that there are better options out there that don’t require travelling from the comfort of home!
High-street transfer companies sometimes have really high fees and poor exchange rates depending on which pick-up method you choose, so be careful!
Using an online transfer company
Sending money online from a smartphone app or your laptop might just be the easiest method because you don’t need to leave home, and so there is no chance of contracting or spreading coronavirus on your way to sending money!
Sending money abroad online is usually low-cost, with flat fees and excellent exchange rates. Many people have switched to online transfers since lockdown, and have absolutely loved the experience and the price!
Using a foreign exchange broker
If you’re sending a large amount of money abroad, or you’re a business, then you may choose to use an FX broker. You should be careful though because the fees can be very high and you may not think that it’s worth paying lots of commission to send your money! Signing up with an FX broker usually takes a couple of days, but thanks to coronavirus it can take even longer.
You’ll be able to find lots more options for sending money much more cheaply online, and if you’re a business you should check out services like Paysend Business.
Taking the money yourself
Before lockdown restrictions came into force, many people would move their money abroad simply by taking it themselves when traveling to visit friends and family abroad. Clearly, this is very expensive to do and in some cases impossible thanks to coronavirus travel limitations.
In addition, taking physical cash and physically crossing borders can increase the risk of transmitting the virus to your loved ones, so should be avoided wherever possible.
Paysendis an online money transfer platform that helps you to send money quickly, cheaply and easily from a smartphone app or web browser.
With Paysend, you can transfer money either to a bank account or directly to a card, using just the recipient’s name and card number. Sending to a bank is done with zero transfer fees, and to a card costs just £1, €1.5 or $2 - our transfer fees are always low, flat and transparent. Paysend always uses excellent, competitive exchange rates to help you and your recipient get the most from your money.
When you send money with Paysend to your friends and family abroad, it usually arrives within a few minutes of being sent, unless your recipient’s bank is slower than us at processing the payments!
Download the Paysend app today from the App Store or Google Play to get started!