Find the right Brazil Visa for your trip with price, requirements, and application time

You can apply for an online visa for tourism, business, journalism, transit, medical treatment, family, and voluntary activities from the comfort of your home with VisaHQ. Below, we review the different visa types and their respective features, so you know the one that will suit your requirements.

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US citizens traveling to Brazil after April 10th, 2025 will need to obtain a visa.

US citizens traveling to Brazil after April 10th, 2025 will need to obtain a visa.

Visa is not required for a stay up to 90 days. The measure benefits holders of a valid passport traveling for tourism, business, artistic or sports activities. The initiative also covers travelers transiting through Brazil. Visitors will be granted a stay of up to 90 days, which can be extended once for the same period, as long as they do not exceed 180 days within a 12-month period, counted from the date of the first entry.

Update January 5, 2024: The government of Brazil has once more delayed the reintroduction of visa requirements for citizens of Australia, Canada, and the United States, pushing the deadline to April 10, 2024.

Update January 5, 2024: The government of Brazil has once more delayed the reintroduction of visa requirements for citizens of Australia, Canada, and the United States, pushing the deadline to April 10, 2024.

Please note: processing of Brazil visas in San Francisco takes 1-3 weeks.

All passengers traveling to Brazil MUST complete Health declaration form within the 72 hours prior to the flight.

Currently a visa is not required for U.S. citizens to stay up to 90 days. All travelers visiting Brazil for tourism and business will be subject to visa requirements for entry into Brazilian territory starting from April 10th, 2025.

Currently a visa is not required for U.S. citizens to stay up to 90 days. All travelers visiting Brazil for tourism and business will be subject to visa requirements for entry into Brazilian territory starting from April 10th, 2025.

Fill out Brazil Tourist e-visa application form online

• Visa application form.Important note: Please upload or sent us the required documents/requirements below electronically for the generation of your application form.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Furthermore, the sending company shall specifically attest to each of the following statements:
• The visa applicant will maintain his or her residency in the United States.
• The visa applicant's trip to Brazil is of a short-term nature.
• The visa applicant has no intention to immigrate to Brazil and will not exceed the legally authorized stay per visit.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Furthermore, the sending company shall specifically attest to each of the following statements:
• The visa applicant will maintain his or her residency in the United States.
• The visa applicant's trip to Brazil is of a short-term nature.
• The visa applicant has no intention to immigrate to Brazil and will not exceed the legally authorized stay per visit.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

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A visa is not required for this destination.

Copy of USSR passport with a stamp stating you left for “permanent residence abroad”, dated prior to February 6, 1992;

In accordance with Russian law, visas can not be issued to Russian citizens with expired passports. We remind you that in accordance to Article 12 of Russian Law “On citizenship of the Russian Federation”, children born to two parents who are Russian citizens, automatically gain Russian citizenship, regardless of the place of birth. In this case visas are not issued, and they must apply for Russian citizenship, or have their information written into the passport of one of their parents, or obtain a Russian passport.If applying for a minor, please provide a copy of their Birth Certificate, in which it is evident that at least of the parents is not a citizen of the Russian Federation.

Letter of consent. A notarized letter of consent signed by both parents, specifying who will be traveling with the child and authorizing the Consulate to issue a visa to the child.

Birth certificate. Original birth certificate (showing full names of applicant's mother and father) translated into English or Portuguese with the appropriate Certification by Translator

Brazilian citizens, even those with dual citizenship, must enter and leave Brazil with a Brazilian passport. If the applicant was born in Brazil and no longer holds the Brazilian citizenship, documented proof of loss of citizenship must be presented along with the visa application.

Brazilian citizens, even those with dual citizenship, must enter and leave Brazil with a Brazilian passport. If the applicant was born in Brazil and no longer holds the Brazilian citizenship, documented proof of loss of citizenship must be presented along with the visa application.

For qualified professionals whose employer (non-Brazilian company) has a contract, cooperation agreement or partnership with a Brazilian company and are being requested to perform short term technical assistance or technology transfer.

Technical Assistance and Technology Transfer Work Visas CANNOT be granted for administrative, financial or management services.

Original Notarized Letter from the sponsoring company in Brazil, on their letterhead stationery and signed by a senior manager (original signature acknowledged by a “Cartório”) stating the following information:

Senior manager of Brazilian company’s name, title and capacity to act on behalf of the Brazilian sponsoring company;

Name(s) of person(s) to be contacted in Brazil in case the Consulate needs additional information, their phone number(s) and function at the Brazilian company;

Name and address of the company in the US contracted by the Brazilian company to provide technical services.

Name, phone number and email of manager of the company in the US in case additional information is deemed necessary;

Full name, nationality, passport number, profession and brief description of the qualification (education and experience) of the applicant;

Responsibility of the Brazilian company for applicant's stay in Brazil and his/her return to the country of origin;

From December 30, 2020, all travelers to Brazil by air (Brazilians and foreigners) must present the following documents to the airline before boarding:

1) Traveler’s Health Declaration (DSV): filled out (in print or digitally) agreeing to sanitary measures that must be complied with during the traveler’s time in Brazil. Note: the Brazilian government has not issued the specifics of this document yet but it is understood that the form will be distributed prior to boarding the airplane to Brazil. For further questions on this document, please contact your airline.

2) Negative COVID-19 test: specifically, a document from a laboratory test (RT-PCR) for screening for infection by SARS-CoV-2, with a negative/non-reactive result, performed within 72 hours prior to the moment of boarding; Please see below further clarifications from the Brazilian government regarding the required COVID-19 test:

The COVID-19 test must be a document from a laboratory test (RT-PCR) for screening for infection by SARS-CoV-2, with a negative/non-reactive result, performed within 72 hours prior to the moment of boarding;

The test must be carried out in a laboratory recognized by the health authority of the country of departure;

Children under the age of twelve who are traveling with a companion are exempt from presenting a COVID-19 test provided that all companions present the required negative/non-reactive COVID-19 tests. However, children aged two or over and less than twelve years old who are traveling unaccompanied must present proof of the negative/non-reactive COVID-19 test; Children under the age of two years are exempt from presenting a negative COVID-19 test;

In the event of travel to Brazil with connections or stopovers where the traveler remains in a restricted area of the airport, the seventy-two hour period applies for prior to boarding the first flight of the trip. While Brazil has opened its border to visitors traveling by air, U.S. citizens considering international travel should be aware that Brazil remains at a Level 4 Travel Advisory (Do Not Travel) and continues to experience high daily case numbers of COVID-19. While Brazil no longer requires proof of health insurance to enter the country, the U.S. Department of State continues to recommend that all travelers purchase insurance before departing the United States or verify that their existing health insurance will cover them while abroad. The U.S. government does not provide health insurance for U.S. citizens overseas and does not pay medical bills.

Effective December 25, international flights to Brazil originating in or passing through the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland are prohibited on a temporary basis. Foreign travelers who are coming from or passing through the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in the last fourteen days will not be permitted to embark on flights to Brazil.

Foreigners who are in a land border country and need to cross the border to embark on a flight back to their country of residence may enter Brazil with authorization from the Federal Police and must follow the below steps:

1. The foreigner must obtain an official note from the Embassy or consulate of the country of citizenship (U.S. citizens should reach out to the closest Embassy or consulate for assistance);

2. When crossing the border, the air tickets for the flight to the home country must be presented to the immigration official;

3. After approval of the request, the foreigner must go directly to the airport upon crossing the land border.

From December 30, 2020, travelers in the following categories are exempt from the land border entry restrictions:

Foreign professionals employed by a non-governmental aid organization recognized by the Brazilian government;

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Birth certificate. Original birth certificate (showing full names of applicant's mother and father) translated into English or Portuguese with the appropriate Certification by Translator

Brazilian citizens, even those with dual citizenship, must enter and leave Brazil with a Brazilian passport. If the applicant was born in Brazil and no longer holds the Brazilian citizenship, documented proof of loss of citizenship must be presented along with the visa application.

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Birth certificate. Original birth certificate (showing full names of applicant's mother and father) translated into English or Portuguese with the appropriate Certification by Translator

Brazilian citizens, even those with dual citizenship, must enter and leave Brazil with a Brazilian passport. If the applicant was born in Brazil and no longer holds the Brazilian citizenship, documented proof of loss of citizenship must be presented along with the visa application.

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Brazilian citizens, even those with dual citizenship, must enter and leave Brazil with a Brazilian passport. If the applicant was born in Brazil and no longer holds the Brazilian citizenship, documented proof of loss of citizenship must be presented along with the visa application.

Business Letter. An ORIGINAL letter from the Brazilian sponsoring organization, on standard letterhead, listing activities to be pursued, length of stay and financial conditions.

Letter of Approval. A copy of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation's Ordinance authorizing the research activity and the scientist's participation and/or a letter issued by the official Brazilian development entity financing the research grant.

If involved in any of the following activities, an authorization letter from the relevant authority will be required. If not participating in any such activites, an affidavit stating that the applicant will not be pursuing any such activities without consent of the relevant authorities:

The collection of data and specimens of Brazilian genetic heritage will require prior authorization from Conselho de Gestão do Patrimônio Genético (CGEN)

Activities in National Reserves will require prior authorization from Instituto Brasileiro do Meio Ambiente e Recursos Naturais Renováveis (IBAMA)

Activities in or close to border or national security areas will require prior authorization from Secretaria de Assessoramento da Defesa Nacional (SADEN/PR)

Proof of Financial Support. Proof that the remuneration of the applicant is provided by a source in home country.

Host Letter. A statement by the Brazilian party containing information on the training activities and stating that it will take full responsibility for the stay and upkeep of the traveler while in Brazil.

Additional Protocol. Additional protocol, or equivalent document, on which the entry of the applicant is explicity mentioned.

Proof of Credentials. Proof of the professional capacity of the interested party in conformity with the activity exercised in Brazil, complying with Normative Resolution Nr. 12 of May 13, 1998.

Repatriation Document. Document vouching for the repatriation of the traveler and his/her family, when the validity period expires or at any time when the agreement ends.

Letter of Invitation. Invitation to traveler, on which the conditions of the stay should be stipulated as well as the activity to be developed, the intended period and a declaration stating that the traveler will not be remunerated by a source located in Brazil.

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Brazilian citizens, even those with dual citizenship, must enter and leave Brazil with a Brazilian passport. If the applicant was born in Brazil and no longer holds the Brazilian citizenship, documented proof of loss of citizenship must be presented along with the visa application.

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Brazilian citizens, even those with dual citizenship, must enter and leave Brazil with a Brazilian passport. If the applicant was born in Brazil and no longer holds the Brazilian citizenship, documented proof of loss of citizenship must be presented along with the visa application.

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Applicants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan will encounter substantial scrutiny with their applications which may lead to extensive delays, additional documents requests, in-person appearance for an interview, or all out rejection. Please plan accordingly.

Birth certificate. A NOTARIZED copy of the applicant's birth certificate. (An original birth certificate will be accepted in lieu of a notarized copy.)

Letter of consent. A NOTARIZED letter of consent from the DC Embassy, signed by both parents. This form is available here.

Application form. Applicants under 18 years of age are considered minors and cannot sign their visa application forms. Instead, the forms must be signed by one or both parents (signatures on this form do not need to be notarized).

Polio vaccination. For applicants between the ages of 3 months and 6 years, a certificate of vaccination against Polio is required. If the child cannot be inoculated, please submit a notarized letter from the child's physician.

Brazilian citizens, even those with dual citizenship, must enter and leave Brazil with a Brazilian passport. If the applicant was born in Brazil and no longer holds the Brazilian citizenship, documented proof of loss of citizenship must be presented along with the visa application.

Minor applicants with parents of Brazilian origin who are not Brazilians must fill out this form. The form can be found here.

Brazilian citizens, even those with dual citizenship, must enter and leave Brazil with a Brazilian passport. If the applicant was born in Brazil and no longer holds the Brazilian citizenship, documented proof of loss of citizenship must be presented along with the visa application.

Brazilian citizens, even those with dual citizenship, must enter and leave Brazil with a Brazilian passport. If the applicant was born in Brazil and no longer holds the Brazilian citizenship, documented proof of loss of citizenship must be presented along with the visa application.

For qualified professionals whose employer (non-Brazilian company) has a contract, cooperation agreement or partnership with a Brazilian company and are being requested to perform short term technical assistance or technology transfer.

Technical Assistance and Technology Transfer Work Visas CANNOT be granted for administrative, financial or management services.

Original Notarized Letter from the sponsoring company in Brazil, on their letterhead stationery and signed by a senior manager (original signature acknowledged by a “Cartório”) stating the following information:

Senior manager of Brazilian company’s name, title and capacity to act on behalf of the Brazilian sponsoring company;

Name(s) of person(s) to be contacted in Brazil in case the Consulate needs additional information, their phone number(s) and function at the Brazilian company;

Name and address of the company in the US contracted by the Brazilian company to provide technical services.

Name, phone number and email of manager of the company in the US in case additional information is deemed necessary;

Full name, nationality, passport number, profession and brief description of the qualification (education and experience) of the applicant;

Responsibility of the Brazilian company for applicant's stay in Brazil and his/her return to the country of origin;

From December 30, 2020, all travelers to Brazil by air (Brazilians and foreigners) must present the following documents to the airline before boarding:

1) Traveler’s Health Declaration (DSV): filled out (in print or digitally) agreeing to sanitary measures that must be complied with during the traveler’s time in Brazil. Note: the Brazilian government has not issued the specifics of this document yet but it is understood that the form will be distributed prior to boarding the airplane to Brazil. For further questions on this document, please contact your airline.

2) Negative COVID-19 test: specifically, a document from a laboratory test (RT-PCR) for screening for infection by SARS-CoV-2, with a negative/non-reactive result, performed within 72 hours prior to the moment of boarding; Please see below further clarifications from the Brazilian government regarding the required COVID-19 test:

The COVID-19 test must be a document from a laboratory test (RT-PCR) for screening for infection by SARS-CoV-2, with a negative/non-reactive result, performed within 72 hours prior to the moment of boarding;

The test must be carried out in a laboratory recognized by the health authority of the country of departure;

Children under the age of twelve who are traveling with a companion are exempt from presenting a COVID-19 test provided that all companions present the required negative/non-reactive COVID-19 tests. However, children aged two or over and less than twelve years old who are traveling unaccompanied must present proof of the negative/non-reactive COVID-19 test; Children under the age of two years are exempt from presenting a negative COVID-19 test;

In the event of travel to Brazil with connections or stopovers where the traveler remains in a restricted area of the airport, the seventy-two hour period applies for prior to boarding the first flight of the trip. While Brazil has opened its border to visitors traveling by air, U.S. citizens considering international travel should be aware that Brazil remains at a Level 4 Travel Advisory (Do Not Travel) and continues to experience high daily case numbers of COVID-19. While Brazil no longer requires proof of health insurance to enter the country, the U.S. Department of State continues to recommend that all travelers purchase insurance before departing the United States or verify that their existing health insurance will cover them while abroad. The U.S. government does not provide health insurance for U.S. citizens overseas and does not pay medical bills.

Effective December 25, international flights to Brazil originating in or passing through the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland are prohibited on a temporary basis. Foreign travelers who are coming from or passing through the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in the last fourteen days will not be permitted to embark on flights to Brazil.

Foreigners who are in a land border country and need to cross the border to embark on a flight back to their country of residence may enter Brazil with authorization from the Federal Police and must follow the below steps:

1. The foreigner must obtain an official note from the Embassy or consulate of the country of citizenship (U.S. citizens should reach out to the closest Embassy or consulate for assistance);

2. When crossing the border, the air tickets for the flight to the home country must be presented to the immigration official;

3. After approval of the request, the foreigner must go directly to the airport upon crossing the land border.

From December 30, 2020, travelers in the following categories are exempt from the land border entry restrictions:

Foreign professionals employed by a non-governmental aid organization recognized by the Brazilian government;

Visas to Brazil are electronic. No documents need to be mailed to VisaHQ for processing.You will receive your electronic visa via e-mail.

The photo must show a full front view of the face with the top of the shoulders squared to the camera. The head must not be tilted to the side.

The applicant must have a neutral facial expression (no smiling, mouth closed) and look directly at the camera.

The photo must be clear, sharp, and in-focus, with no blurry or shaded areas. To avoid glare or shadows, the lighting must be uniform across the face and shoulders, including around the ears and in the background.

The photo must be taken against a plain white or light-colored background. There must be enough contrast that the applicant’s features and clothing are easily distinguishable from the backdrop.

The applicant’s shoulders, ears, and eyebrows have to be clearly visible with no hair (e.g. bangs) covering them.

Additional document to justify if only 1 parent details are provided eg(e.g. authorization form death certificate, birth certificate, single parent custody legal document etc.)

Consent Letter for Minors signed by both parents / legal guardian. You can download the authorization letter here

have been accused of practicing terrorist acts, genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes or crimes of aggression in the terms established by the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court;

had their name included in a sanction list by the Brazilian government or by an international organism;

have ever had a restraining order or protective order against them related to a person who currently is in Brazil;

have ever been unlawfully present, overstayed the amount of time granted by an immigration official or otherwise violated the terms of a Brazilian visa;

The Authority of Brazil is strict regarding the quality of your photograph, to prevent delays and to avoid returning the application with a request to provide documents in better quality, we advise you to upload a photo with the following requirements: - The photograph should have a white background - Your teeth should not be visible - There should be no shadow in the picture - You should be facing the camera directly, without any glasses. - The image should be clear and without any blurriness. - Your shoulders should be visible in the photograph. - Your ears, nose, mouth, and eyes should be clearly visible - Your hair has to be knotted You may take a photo in a solid white background but make sure it meets all photo qualifications mentioned above.

Visas to Brazil are electronic. No documents need to be mailed to VisaHQ for processing.You will receive your electronic visa via e-mail.

Visas to Brazil are electronic. No documents need to be mailed to VisaHQ for processing.You will receive your electronic visa via e-mail.

The photo must show a full front view of the face with the top of the shoulders squared to the camera. The head must not be tilted to the side.

The applicant must have a neutral facial expression (no smiling, mouth closed) and look directly at the camera.

The photo must be clear, sharp, and in-focus, with no blurry or shaded areas. To avoid glare or shadows, the lighting must be uniform across the face and shoulders, including around the ears and in the background.

The photo must be taken against a plain white or light-colored background. There must be enough contrast that the applicant’s features and clothing are easily distinguishable from the backdrop.

The applicant’s shoulders, ears, and eyebrows have to be clearly visible with no hair (e.g. bangs) covering them.

Additional document to justify if only 1 parent details are provided eg(e.g. authorization form death certificate, birth certificate, single parent custody legal document etc.)

Consent Letter for Minors signed by both parents / legal guardian. You can download the authorization letter here

have been accused of practicing terrorist acts, genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes or crimes of aggression in the terms established by the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court;

had their name included in a sanction list by the Brazilian government or by an international organism;

have ever had a restraining order or protective order against them related to a person who currently is in Brazil;

have ever been unlawfully present, overstayed the amount of time granted by an immigration official or otherwise violated the terms of a Brazilian visa;

Are ineligible for e-Visa and must instead apply for a visa at the nearest Brazilian Consulate. Please contact VisaHQ for more information.

The Authority of Brazil is strict regarding the quality of your photograph, to prevent delays and to avoid returning the application with a request to provide documents in better quality, we advise you to upload a photo with the following requirements: - The photograph should have a white background - Your teeth should not be visible - There should be no shadow in the picture - You should be facing the camera directly, without any glasses. - The image should be clear and without any blurriness. - Your shoulders should be visible in the photograph. - Your ears, nose, mouth, and eyes should be clearly visible - Your hair has to be knotted You may take a photo in a solid white background but make sure it meets all photo qualifications mentioned above.

Brazil Tourist e-visa fees for citizens of United States of America

Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.

Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.

Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.

Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.

Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.

Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.