Brazil Launches 2026 Nationwide Civil Registration Campaign to Reach Over 2 Million Unregistered Citizens

Brazil has launched the 4th edition of its national civil registration campaign, Registre-se, which will run from November 13 to 17, 2026. The initiative focuses on providing free civil registration services to vulnerable populations across the country, including those without birth certificates and individuals seeking to update their civil information.

According to the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), more than 2 million Brazilians lack a birth certificate, among them approximately 77,000 children under five years old. These individuals are effectively invisible to the State, facing difficulties accessing public services. The campaign targets this issue by offering free issuance of birth certificates not only to children but to any person aged 12 or older who has never been registered.

Throughout the campaign week, civil registry offices nationwide will also provide other vital services such as electoral assistance—including voter ID card issuance and biometric registration—as well as health-related services. The effort extends to socially vulnerable groups, including people in prisons and transgender individuals seeking to change their legal names.

Previous editions of Registre-se have helped facilitate the issuance of key documents like identity cards (RG), CPF, and birth registrations, along with offering legal and psychosocial support. Individuals interested in accessing these services can consult their state’s Court of Justice website for local registration office information.

This campaign represents a continuing national effort to secure civil rights and improve access to governmental programs and protections for marginalized populations across Brazil, ensuring they are officially recognized and able to participate fully in society.