Brazilian Intelligence Agency

The Brazilian Intelligence Agency is a government body in Brasília responsible for collecting and analyzing security-related information. The building sits within the capital's government district and serves as the central coordination point for intelligence activities across the country.

President Fernando Henrique Cardoso founded the agency in December 1999 as the successor to the National Intelligence Service. The restructuring aimed to bring intelligence activities under civilian control and adapt working methods to democratic principles.

The agency takes its name from its federal role and works closely with regional security bodies to bring together information from different parts of the country. Staff from different Brazilian regions contribute their local knowledge to daily operations.

The agency maintains communication channels through its official website where citizens can submit tips and reports on security matters. Access to the building itself is restricted to authorized personnel and subject to strict security checks.

In 2024, investigations came to light pointing to the use of Israeli surveillance technology to monitor political figures. These revelations led to public debates about the limits of intelligence powers in democratic systems.

Inception: 1999

Website: http://abin.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -15.82100,-47.94000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:17