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Booking Flights: Sites and Aggregators: how it works in Brazil — first-hand

From real experience

It is possible to purchase bus tickets from many carriers in Brazil without requiring a Brazilian Tax ID (CPF).
Websites like Busbud allow users to buy tickets without providing a CPF. These tickets typically offer a 100% refund if canceled at least 3 hours before departure. Payment can often be made using foreign credit cards.
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When booking intercity bus tickets in Brazil (e.g., São Paulo to Rio) using non-local cards (e.g., Freedom Card), users may encounter payment processing issues.
Recommend using local platforms like Wemobi or Busbud. Wemobi has been reported to successfully process payments where other apps fail. Regarding ticket presentation, typically a QR code on a mobile phone is sufficient, but it is advisable to confirm with the specific bus operator.
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Inter-city bus travel in Brazil is a viable option.
Tickets can be purchased online through platforms like Omio. A CPF (Brazilian taxpayer registry number) may not be strictly required for online bookings with all providers, although some users have reported issues. Apps like Omio offer convenience and can be available in multiple languages.
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For tourists without a CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas) in Brazil, international bus ticket aggregators like Busbud or 12go Asia are recommended to bypass local registration requirements.
Native platforms like DeÔnibus often require a CPF for ticket purchases.
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Intercity bus tickets in Brazil for routes like Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro can be purchased at the bus station or via online platforms like Busbud and ClickBus.
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