Key Facts
- ✓ In-person registration for vehicle credentials began on Monday, January 12.
- ✓ Deadlines for pickup are February 11 at Shopping Barra and February 17 at Ferreira Costa dos Barris.
- ✓ Each property is limited to two vehicle stickers.
- ✓ The fine for unauthorized circulation is R$ 130.16, plus four points on the driver's license.
- ✓ The 2026 Carnival features five main restriction areas subdivided into 12 sub-areas.
Quick Summary
The Superintendência de Trânsito de Salvador (Transalvador) initiated in-person vehicle registration for the 2026 Carnival restricted zones on Monday, January 12. Residents who missed the online registration window can obtain credentials until February 17 at designated locations.
Stickers are available at the Ferreira Costa dos Barris and Shopping Barra venues. Eligible individuals include those who did not register online, rented apartments in restricted zones, changed vehicles or addresses, or plan to provide services during the event. Online registrants will receive their stickers via mail. Each property is entitled to two stickers, and specific documentation is required for the process.
In-Person Registration Locations and Eligibility
The Transalvador has established specific points for the physical withdrawal of vehicle credentials for the 2026 Carnival. The process began on Monday, January 12, and will continue until February 17 at the Ferreira Costa dos Barris location. The Shopping Barra location has a deadline of February 11.
Access to these services is reserved for specific profiles of residents and workers. The in-person withdrawal is intended for:
- Individuals who did not complete the online registration process.
- People who have rented apartments located within the restricted zones during the Carnival period.
- Residents who have changed their vehicle or address and did not update their information in the online system.
- Individuals who will be providing services within the restricted zones during the Carnival.
Conversely, residents who successfully completed the online registration between September 9 and November 23, 2025, do not need to visit these locations. They will receive their credentials directly at their homes.
Required Documentation and Restrictions
To complete the registration at the physical locations, applicants must present specific documentation. The requirements vary slightly depending on property ownership status.
Property owners must bring:
- Proof of property ownership (IPTU). The document does not need to be paid to be valid.
- Identification document (RG or CNH).
For individuals who are not property owners, the rental contract is required in place of property ownership documents.
There are strict limits on the number of vehicles allowed per residence. Each property is entitled to only two stickers. Consequently, a maximum of two cars per property will be authorized to circulate in the restricted areas.
Operational Rules and Penalties
The 2026 Carnival will maintain the structure used in previous years, featuring five large areas of traffic restriction for vehicles. These areas are further subdivided into a total of 12 sub-areas.
Credentials are highly specific. The issued sticker grants access only to the specific sub-area where the resident lives. Vehicles attempting to circulate without proper authorization or accessing a sub-zone different from their residence will be fined. Additionally, these credentials do not authorize transit on exclusive bus and taxi lanes.
Violating these regulations carries significant consequences. The fine for circulating in unauthorized locations or times is set at R$ 130.16. This is classified as a medium-grade infraction under Article 187, Item I, of the Brazilian Traffic Code (CTB). In addition to the fine, the offending driver will receive four points on their CNH (driver's license).
Residents can consult the specific boundaries of the 12 sub-zones on the Transalvador website.
