GMT - 2. Paulo 110 or 220 volts AC, 60Hz. Plugs are of the 2-pin type. Full IDD services are available for the whole country and abroad. A GSM network is being developed.
Hotels generally provide internet access to guests.
There are some cybercafes in main towns and cities, and there are often internet booths at airports. In smaller towns, public access is sometimes available at post offices. International telegram facilities exist in many cities. Rio's airport provides 24-hour telecommunication services. Services are reasonably reliable.