Official Uber Pickup at Galeão Airport

How to safely request an Uber at Rio de Janeiro International Airport

To ensure a safe and comfortable arrival in Rio de Janeiro, ICSM 2026 participants landing at Galeão International Airport should use only the airport’s official app transportation pickup area.

The official pickup point is clearly identified inside and outside the arrivals area. Please follow the airport signs marked “App Transportation” or “Uber”.

Important safety notice: Do not accept transportation offers from people approaching you inside the baggage claim area, arrivals hall, terminal corridors or airport exits. Request your ride only through the official Uber application and proceed to the official app transportation pickup zone.

Step-by-step guide

Step-by-step instructions for reaching the official Uber pickup zone at Galeão International Airport

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Watch the route to the pickup area

The video shows the route from the arrivals area to the official app transportation pickup point.

What to do after landing

1
Collect your luggage

After landing at Galeão Airport, proceed through immigration, when applicable, and collect your luggage at baggage claim.

2
Pass through customs

Complete the customs procedure and enter the public arrivals hall.

3
Follow the official signs

Look for signs indicating “App Transportation” or “Uber”. Do not follow directions given by unofficial drivers or transportation agents.

4
Go to the official pickup zone

Continue following the signs until you reach the designated app transportation boarding area outside the terminal.

5
Request and verify your ride

Request the ride through the official Uber app. Before entering the vehicle, confirm the driver’s name, vehicle model, color and license plate shown in the application.

Safety recommendations

  • Request your ride only through the official Uber application.
  • Do not enter a vehicle if the license plate or vehicle details do not match the information displayed in the app.
  • Never disclose your verification code to anyone before locating the correct vehicle.
  • Do not accept rides offered directly by people inside or outside the airport terminal.
  • Wait for the driver only in the official app transportation pickup area.
  • We recommend selecting Uber Black for transportation between the airport, hotels and the convention center.