Comprehensive Executive Protection
Discreet, professional security for executives, celebrities, and VIPs across Faria Lima and Vila Olímpia
Close Protection Agents
Military-trained professionals providing personal security
- Former Brazilian Special Forces (BOPE, COT, GATE) with combat experience
- Bilingual agents (Portuguese, English, Spanish) for seamless communication
- Advanced driver training for São Paulo's complex traffic environment
B3/B6 Armored Transportation
Brazilian-certified armored vehicles with vetted drivers
- B3 Armored: Protection against handgun threats (.38, 9mm) - luxury sedans
- B6 Armored: Protection against rifle threats (7.62mm) - SUVs and sedans
- All vehicles maintained to manufacturer specifications with certified armor
Airport Security Services
VIP transfers and protection at GRU and CGH airports
- VIP meet-and-greet services inside terminal (airside coordination)
- Expedited customs and immigration processing assistance
- Secure luggage handling and escort to armored vehicles
São Paulo Coverage
Professional protection across São Paulo's key zones and neighborhoods
Faria Lima & Vila Olímpia
São Paulo's primary financial district hosts Fortune 500 headquarters, international investment firms, and luxury hotels. Our agents provide discreet protection for executive meetings, corporate events, and secure transportation between venues. We maintain detailed route analysis for all major office towers and meeting facilities in the Faria Lima corridor.
Itaim Bibi & Jardins
High-end residential and commercial districts where executives reside and conduct business. Our services include residential security assessments, secure home-to-office transportation, and protection during social events at premium restaurants and private clubs. We understand the discrete security requirements of these affluent neighborhoods.
Paulista Avenue & Centro
Historic business center and cultural hub requiring specialized security protocols. Our teams navigate the dense urban environment efficiently while maintaining protective formations during pedestrian movement, shopping excursions, and cultural venue visits along Paulista Avenue and surrounding areas.
Why Vanguard Attaché?
Military-Trained Professionals
Our São Paulo team includes former Brazilian Special Forces operators (BOPE, COT) and international military veterans. This tactical expertise translates to superior threat assessment, defensive capabilities, and crisis management under pressure.
Local Expertise & Intelligence
Operating in São Paulo for over 15 years, we maintain deep understanding of neighborhood-specific threats, law enforcement capabilities, traffic patterns, and criminal methodologies. This local intelligence informs every protection decision.
ISO 18788 Certified Operations
We maintain ISO 18788 certification for security operations management, demonstrating adherence to international best practices in risk assessment, personnel vetting, and operational protocols. Few Brazilian security firms hold this certification.
Transparent Pricing & Contracts
Unlike competitors who obscure pricing until late in the sales process, we provide clear, competitive rates with no hidden fees. Our contracts specify service levels, response times, and contingency procedures in plain language.
Bilingual Service Delivery
All agents speak fluent Portuguese and English, with Spanish capabilities available. This linguistic flexibility ensures seamless communication during security operations and eliminates the misunderstandings that can compromise protection.
Integrated VIP Concierge
Beyond security, we offer comprehensive lifestyle management services through our VIP concierge division. From restaurant reservations to private event access, we handle the details that make São Paulo business trips productive and enjoyable.
São Paulo Threat Landscape & Risk Mitigation
Understanding São Paulo's security environment is essential for effective executive protection. While the city offers world-class business infrastructure, it also presents specific risks that require professional mitigation strategies.
Express Kidnapping (Sequestro Relâmpago)
Short-duration kidnappings where victims are forced to withdraw cash from ATMs or transfer funds. These opportunistic crimes often target individuals in luxury vehicles during traffic stops or parking areas. Our armored transportation and route planning eliminate the vulnerability windows these criminals exploit.
Armed Robbery & Carjacking
São Paulo experiences sophisticated vehicle theft operations targeting luxury and executive vehicles. Criminals often conduct surveillance of high-value targets before striking at vulnerable moments. Our B3/B6 armored vehicles combined with trained security drivers and protective agents prevent successful robbery attempts.
Surveillance & Targeting
Organized criminal groups and opportunistic thieves conduct surveillance on wealthy individuals to identify patterns and vulnerabilities. Our counter-surveillance protocols, varied routes, and unpredictable schedules prevent pattern recognition that enables targeting.
Traffic Vulnerability
São Paulo's notorious traffic congestion creates extended vulnerability periods where protective formations can be compromised. Our real-time traffic intelligence, alternate route planning, and defensive driving capabilities minimize exposure during vehicle movements.
Our Mitigation Approach
Our executive protection methodology integrates multiple security layers—physical protection through armed agents, armored vehicle transportation, intelligence-driven route planning, and 24/7 monitoring—to create comprehensive risk mitigation that addresses São Paulo's specific threat environment.
Emergency Response & Protocols
When security situations escalate, response time determines outcomes. Vanguard Attaché maintains strategic positioning and emergency protocols designed specifically for São Paulo's geography and infrastructure.
<2 Hour Emergency Deployment
Our São Paulo team maintains ready-response capability with pre-positioned agents and armored vehicles. From initial contact to on-ground protection, we guarantee deployment within 2 hours across the metropolitan area. This rapid response covers emergency evacuations, threat escalations, or immediate protection requirements.
Medical Emergency Coordination
We maintain relationships with São Paulo's premier private hospitals (Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, Hospital Sírio-Libanês) and emergency medical services. All agents carry tactical medical training to stabilize injuries during transport to definitive care facilities.
Law Enforcement Liaison
Our security professionals maintain working relationships with São Paulo Military Police (PMESP), Civil Police, and Federal Police. In crisis situations requiring law enforcement intervention, we facilitate rapid coordination while maintaining client confidentiality and protection priorities.
Evacuation & Safe Haven
For serious threat escalations, we maintain evacuation protocols including secure transportation to GRU international airport, coordination with charter aviation services, and safe haven locations throughout the metropolitan area until secure departure can be arranged.
Emergency? Immediate Response Available
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Transparent pricing for professional executive protection. All plans include liability insurance and 24/7 support.
Basic Executive Protection
Single unarmed close protection agent
- One bilingual security professional
- Discreet protection for meetings and events
- 24/7 GSOC monitoring and intelligence
- Emergency response coordination
- Client provides transportation
Standard Protection with Vehicle
Agent plus luxury secure vehicle
- One armed security professional
- Luxury sedan with advanced security features
- Secure driver services throughout São Paulo
- Route planning and traffic intelligence
- Airport transfers and event protection
Premium B6 Armored Protection
Two agents plus B6 armored vehicle
- Two armed security professionals
- B6 armored SUV (rifle-rated protection)
- Advance security planning and reconnaissance
- Counter-surveillance capabilities
- Comprehensive threat mitigation
- Ideal for high-risk executives
Package Comparison
| Feature | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agents per shift | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Coverage hours | 8 hours | 10 hours | 12 hours |
| Vehicle type | — | Luxury Sedan | B6 Armored SUV |
| Response time | <2 hours | <1 hour | <30 min |
| GSOC monitoring | ✓ | ✓ | Dedicated |
| Armed agents | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Route reconnaissance | — | ✓ | Advanced |
| Counter-surveillance | — | — | ✓ |
| Threat intelligence | Basic | Real-time | Comprehensive |
| Airport transfers | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Starting price/day | $610 | $990 | $1,740 |
Custom security packages available for extended deployments, family protection, and event security. Volume discounts for monthly contracts. All pricing includes applicable Brazilian taxes and insurance.
Trusted by Global Executives
Real experiences from clients we've protected across São Paulo
“Vanguard's team provided seamless security during our week-long business summit in Faria Lima. Their discretion and professionalism allowed our executives to focus entirely on critical negotiations.”
M.R.
VP International Operations, Technology Sector
São Paulo
“I've used executive protection services in major cities worldwide, but Vanguard's knowledge of São Paulo's unique security landscape is unmatched. They anticipated issues before they arose.”
S.C.
C-Suite Executive, Healthcare Industry
Singapore → São Paulo
“The B6 armored transport and close protection team gave us complete peace of mind during our family's extended stay in Jardins. Professional, courteous, and always one step ahead.”
J.A.
Private Investor & Family Office
Dubai → São Paulo
Essential Reading for São Paulo Travelers
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São Paulo Executive Security Guide 2025
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Data-driven analysis of Brazil's security landscape with specific risk mitigation frameworks for corporate travelers.
Faria Lima Security Intelligence Report
Detailed analysis of São Paulo's financial district including threat patterns, secure routes, and executive protection best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
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