entry restrictions

[/ˈɛntri rɪˈstrɪkʃənz/]
noun phrasepl: N/A (plural in form)
restrições de entrada
1. Official limitations or regulations that control or prevent access to a place, event, country, or institution
The museum has entry restrictions for visitors under 18 years old.
O museu tem restrições de entrada para visitantes menores de 18 anos.
2. Government-mandated controls on immigration or border crossing
Due to the pandemic, the country implemented strict entry restrictions for international travelers.
Devido à pandemia, o país implementou restrições de entrada rigorosas para viajantes internacionais.
3. Rules that limit participation or admission based on specific criteria
The competition has entry restrictions based on age and skill level.
A competição tem restrições de entrada baseadas em idade e nível de habilidade.
In Brazil, entry restrictions became particularly common after COVID-19, influencing everyday vocabulary. The term is widely used in official government communications, business contexts, and social discussions about border policies and public health measures. In the USA, the concept relates heavily to immigration debates and national security, making it politically charged terminology.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
access restrictionsentry requirementsadmission limitationsborder controlsentry barriers
Antonyms / Antônimos
open accessfree entryunrestricted accessopen borders

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
restrições de entrada
Standard usage for entry limitations in all contexts
São Paulo
restrições de acesso
Often used interchangeably; slight preference for 'acesso'
Rio de Janeiro
restrições de entrada / limitações de entrada
Both forms commonly used in official documentation
Portugal
restrições de entrada / limitações de acesso
Slightly more formal; 'acesso' also frequently used

Related Words

visa requirementsimmigration policytravel banborder controlquarantinecustoms

Related Idioms & Phrases

locked out
barred from entry
no entry
keep out
restricted zone
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