Question 1

What is the Study visa?

Accepted Answer

Intended for foreign nationals travelling to Brazil to study, participate in student exchange program or research exchange. Regular courses or study exchanges must have a minimum course load of 15 hours per week. 
Post-doctoral researcher must apply for a VITEM I, as they are classified as researchers, not students. For studies or exchanges with duration of less than 90 days, the applicant must request a Visitor Visa (VIVIS). Student visa holders are permitted to undertake paid work, as long as the working hours are compatible with their course load.

Question 2

purpose} requirements for Brazil?

Accepted Answer

purpose} requirements for Brazil

Question 3

How long can I stay in Brazil on a Study visa?

Accepted Answer

You can stay in Brazil for up to Not applicable with a Study visa.

Question 4

How much does a Study visa to Brazil cost?

Accepted Answer

The consular fee for a Study visa visa to Brazil is $100 – $465.

Question 5

Do I need an proof of financial means for Study visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. At least one of the following documents must be submitted:

- Bank statements containing the account holder's name, current balance and transactions from the last 3 months (leading to the week that precedes the interview at the Embassy); and/or

- International credit card statements containing the card holder's name, available credit limit and transactions from the last 3 months (leading to the week that precedes the interview at the Embassy); and/or

- The last 3 payslips.

*As a reference, the applicant must have min 600$ per month available to cover expenses.

Question 6

Do I need an enrollment proof for Study visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Original letter from the home university. Applies only to higher education students. The document must attest the student is currently enrolled in higher education and will maintain the link with the university during the period of study in Brazil.

Question 7

Do I need an letter from the brazilian education institution for Study visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Letter from the Brazilian educational institution confirming the applicant’s enrolment or admission.

The letter must be issued on official letterhead and include the course name, duration, dates, weekly workload (minimum 15 hours for regular courses and exchanges), payment or scholarship details, and contact information of the admission officer. For regular courses, the institution’s CNPJ must also be included.

Please note: the signature must be notarised by a Brazilian notary ("tabelião"), unless the course is offered by a public university.

Question 8

Do I need an passport for Study visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A valid passport with a validity period exceeding 6 months and with at least two blank pages.

Question 9

Do I need an photograph for Study visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Must be recent (taken within the last 6 months), in color, clear, and sized 35x45mm. The face should occupy 70-80% of the image, printed on high-quality, matte paper with a plain, light background. Hair must not cover the eyes or eyebrows. Headwear is not permitted unless worn for religious or medical reasons, and the full face must remain visible.

Question 10

Do I need an visa application form for Study visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Fully filled online, printed and signed visa application form.

Question 11

Do I need an full birth certificate for Study visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The name of the parents must be indicated. Birth certificates from outside the Consulate's jurisdiction (includes those issued in other countries) must be apostilled.

Question 12

Do I need an police сlearance for Study visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Valid, apostilled original police record from a home country. Applicants who have lived in other/multiple countries within the last 12 months must provide a police record from each of those countries. They must also be duly apostilled or legalized by the respective Brazilian consular authority with jurisdiction over these countries, and translated by a sworn translator, if necessary.

Question 13

Do I need an current immigration or residence status for Study visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. National passport or ID card; residence permit or other document confirming the right to legally reside in the country of residence, if it differs from the one stated in the applicant's passport.

Question 14

What are the proof of financial means requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

At least one of the following documents must be submitted:

- Bank statements containing the account holder's name, current balance and transactions from the last 3 months (leading to the week that precedes the interview at the Embassy); and/or

- International credit card statements containing the card holder's name, available credit limit and transactions from the last 3 months (leading to the week that precedes the interview at the Embassy); and/or

- The last 3 payslips.

*As a reference, the applicant must have min 600$ per month available to cover expenses.

Question 15

What are the enrollment proof requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Original letter from the home university. Applies only to higher education students. The document must attest the student is currently enrolled in higher education and will maintain the link with the university during the period of study in Brazil.

Question 16

What are the letter from the brazilian education institution requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Letter from the Brazilian educational institution confirming the applicant’s enrolment or admission.

The letter must be issued on official letterhead and include the course name, duration, dates, weekly workload (minimum 15 hours for regular courses and exchanges), payment or scholarship details, and contact information of the admission officer. For regular courses, the institution’s CNPJ must also be included.

Please note: the signature must be notarised by a Brazilian notary ("tabelião"), unless the course is offered by a public university.

Question 17

What are the passport requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

A valid passport with a validity period exceeding 6 months and with at least two blank pages.

Question 18

What are the photograph requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Must be recent (taken within the last 6 months), in color, clear, and sized 35x45mm. The face should occupy 70-80% of the image, printed on high-quality, matte paper with a plain, light background. Hair must not cover the eyes or eyebrows. Headwear is not permitted unless worn for religious or medical reasons, and the full face must remain visible.

Question 19

What are the visa application form requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Fully filled online, printed and signed visa application form.

Question 20

What are the full birth certificate requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

The name of the parents must be indicated. Birth certificates from outside the Consulate's jurisdiction (includes those issued in other countries) must be apostilled.

Question 21

What are the police сlearance requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Valid, apostilled original police record from a home country. Applicants who have lived in other/multiple countries within the last 12 months must provide a police record from each of those countries. They must also be duly apostilled or legalized by the respective Brazilian consular authority with jurisdiction over these countries, and translated by a sworn translator, if necessary.

Question 22

What are the current immigration or residence status requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

National passport or ID card; residence permit or other document confirming the right to legally reside in the country of residence, if it differs from the one stated in the applicant's passport.

Study visa in Brazil for Belarusian citizens

VITEM IV

Study visa — what you need to know

How does this visa work?

Verified visa specialists ready to help you get the right visa

What documents are required to apply for the visa?

What must be prepared?

How can you prove the basis for the visa?

What additional documents may be required?

Are you eligible for this visa?

Official visa information

English international

Official sources

Do you have any questions?

Study visa in Brazil for Belarusian citizens

VITEM IV

Study visa — what you need to know

How does this visa work?

How long is the visa valid? 1 year

How long can you stay in the country? 3 months

Can the stay be extended?Not applicable

Can you enter once or multiple times?multiple-entry

How long does processing take? 5 days

What is the consular fee?$100 $185 - USA$465 - United Kingdom

Verified visa specialists ready to help you get the right visa

What documents are required to apply for the visa?

What must be prepared?

1Passport

2Photograph

3Visa application form

4Full Birth certificate

5Police сlearance

How can you prove the basis for the visa?

1Proof of financial means

2Enrollment proof

3Letter from the Brazilian education institution

What additional documents may be required?

1Current immigration or residence status

Are you eligible for this visa?

Official visa information

English international

Official sources

Official sources

Do you have any questions?