Question 1

What is the Visitor visa?

Accepted Answer

Issued for a range of travel purposes for maximum stays of up to 90 days. Includes tourism, business, transit, participation in artistic or sporting events, study, volunteer work or participation in conferences, seminars, congresses. Paid work is prohibited in Brazil, except for legally permitted payments such as per diem, royalties, prizes, and travel expenses.

Question 2

purpose} requirements for Brazil?

Accepted Answer

purpose} requirements for Brazil

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

You can stay in Brazil for up to  3 months with a Visitor visa.

Question 4

How much does a Visitor visa to Brazil cost?

Accepted Answer

The consular fee for a Visitor visa visa to Brazil is $80 .

Question 5

Do I need an travel itinerary for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Documents confirming planned activities and travel arrangements, such as tickets, event registrations, travel itinerary, etc.

Question 6

Do I need an flight tickets for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Air ticket for entry and exit from Brazil.

Question 7

Do I need an for business visit for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Original invitation letter from either the foreign employer or the Brazilian company/institution to which the applicant is linked. The invitation letter must be printed on company letterhead and contain the following information:
a) The applicant's full personal details, including job, position and function;

b) Purpose of the trip (brief description of the activities) and intended length of stay;

c) Details of the company and person in charge in Brazil (full name, telephone, e-mail etc.);

d) If applicable, declaration that all the applicant's travel expenses will be covered, during the entire stay in Brazil, by the employer or by the Brazilian company/institution being visited. In case the invitation letter contains this information, the applicant will not have to present personal proof of sufficient financial means.

Please note:

- If provided by the Brazilian counterpart, the signature on the invitation letter must be certified by a notary public (""tabelião"").

- In case of corporate fairs and events, proof of participation / registration may be submitted instead of an invitation letter.

Question 8

Do I need an for event visit for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Proof of registration in the event or original invitation letter from the organisers. If the applicant is going to attend the event as a spectator, only the proof of registration needs to be presented.

If the applicant is going to take part as a speaker/guest, an invitation letter printed on company letterhead, containing the following information, must be presented:
a) The applicant's full personal details, including job, position and function;

b) Purpose of the trip (brief description of the activities and terms of participation in the event) and intended length of stay;

c) Details of the organisers and person in charge in Brazil (full name, telephone, e-mail etc.);

d) If applicable, declaration that all the applicant's travel expenses will be covered, during the entire stay in Brazil, by the event organisers. In case the invitation letter contains this information, the applicant will not have to present personal proof of sufficient financial means.

Please note: The signature on the invitation letter must be certified by a notary public ("tabelião").

Question 9

Do I need an for journalistic visit for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For journalistic coverage, news reporting or filming: Original invitation letter from the means of communication to which the applicant is linked. The invitation letter must be printed on official letterhead of the means of communication to which the applicant is linked and contain the following information:
a) The applicant's full personal details, including job, position and function;

b) Purpose of the trip (brief description of the activities) and intended length of stay;

c) Details of the co-producer and person in charge in Brazil (full name, telephone, e-mail etc.);

d) If applicable, declaration that all the applicant's travel expenses will be covered, during the entire stay in Brazil, by the means of communication to which the applicant is linked. In case the invitation letter contains this information, the applicant will not have to present personal proof of sufficient financial means.

Please note:
- If provided by the Brazilian counterpart, the signature on the invitation letter must be certified by a notary public (""tabelião"").

Question 10

Do I need an ancine's authorisation for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If applicable. Required only in case of audiovisual shootings/recordings of documentaries and advertising, marketing or commercial pieces.

Question 11

Do I need an ata carnet for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If applicable. In case it is necessary to take photographic and/or filming equipment into Brazil, it is recommended that crews obtain an "ATA Carnet" to be presented to customs authorities. This is an international customs document, accepted in Brazil, which permits tax-free and duty-free temporary export and import of goods for up to one year.

Question 12

Do I need an for auditing or consultancy visit for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Original invitation letter from either the foreign employer or the Brazilian company/institution to which the applicant is linked. The invitation letter must be printed on company letterhead and contain the following information:
a) The applicant's full personal details, including job, position and function;

b) Purpose of the trip (brief description of the activities) and intended length of stay;

c) Details of the company and person in charge in Brazil (full name, telephone, e-mail etc.);

d) If applicable, declaration that all the applicant's travel expenses will be covered, during the entire stay in Brazil, by the employer or by the Brazilian company / institution being visited. In case the invitation letter contains this information, the applicant will not have to present personal proof of sufficient financial means.

Please note:
- If provided by the Brazilian counterpart, the signature on the invitation letter must be certified by a notary public ("tabelião").

Question 13

Do I need an for adoption visit for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Court decision allowing the international adoption (or equivalent document). The applicant must submit the original document and a photocopy to be retained by the Embassy.

Question 14

Do I need an passport for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

Do I need an photograph for Visitor 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 16

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

Do I need an proof of financial means for Visitor 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 18

Do I need an current immigration or residence status for Visitor 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 19

Do I need an documents for minor children for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Birth certificate, adoption certificate, or guardianship certificate evidencing parental or guardianship rights; certified power of attorney or permission from parents or legal guardians for minors traveling abroad.

Question 20

Do I need an receipt of fee payment for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Question 21

Do I need an travel medical insurance for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Valid travel insurance, covering necessary medical expenses, including urgent medical assistance and possible repatriation.

Question 22

Do I need an proof of accommodation for Visitor visa in Brazil?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Confirmed hotel booking, rental contract, proof of residential property or the original invitation to stay at a private house, certified by a notary.

Question 23

What are the travel itinerary requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Documents confirming planned activities and travel arrangements, such as tickets, event registrations, travel itinerary, etc.

Question 24

What are the flight tickets requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Air ticket for entry and exit from Brazil.

Question 25

What are the for business visit requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Original invitation letter from either the foreign employer or the Brazilian company/institution to which the applicant is linked. The invitation letter must be printed on company letterhead and contain the following information:
a) The applicant's full personal details, including job, position and function;

b) Purpose of the trip (brief description of the activities) and intended length of stay;

c) Details of the company and person in charge in Brazil (full name, telephone, e-mail etc.);

d) If applicable, declaration that all the applicant's travel expenses will be covered, during the entire stay in Brazil, by the employer or by the Brazilian company/institution being visited. In case the invitation letter contains this information, the applicant will not have to present personal proof of sufficient financial means.

Please note:

- If provided by the Brazilian counterpart, the signature on the invitation letter must be certified by a notary public (""tabelião"").

- In case of corporate fairs and events, proof of participation / registration may be submitted instead of an invitation letter.

Question 26

What are the for event visit requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Proof of registration in the event or original invitation letter from the organisers. If the applicant is going to attend the event as a spectator, only the proof of registration needs to be presented.

If the applicant is going to take part as a speaker/guest, an invitation letter printed on company letterhead, containing the following information, must be presented:
a) The applicant's full personal details, including job, position and function;

b) Purpose of the trip (brief description of the activities and terms of participation in the event) and intended length of stay;

c) Details of the organisers and person in charge in Brazil (full name, telephone, e-mail etc.);

d) If applicable, declaration that all the applicant's travel expenses will be covered, during the entire stay in Brazil, by the event organisers. In case the invitation letter contains this information, the applicant will not have to present personal proof of sufficient financial means.

Please note: The signature on the invitation letter must be certified by a notary public ("tabelião").

Question 27

What are the for journalistic visit requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

For journalistic coverage, news reporting or filming: Original invitation letter from the means of communication to which the applicant is linked. The invitation letter must be printed on official letterhead of the means of communication to which the applicant is linked and contain the following information:
a) The applicant's full personal details, including job, position and function;

b) Purpose of the trip (brief description of the activities) and intended length of stay;

c) Details of the co-producer and person in charge in Brazil (full name, telephone, e-mail etc.);

d) If applicable, declaration that all the applicant's travel expenses will be covered, during the entire stay in Brazil, by the means of communication to which the applicant is linked. In case the invitation letter contains this information, the applicant will not have to present personal proof of sufficient financial means.

Please note:
- If provided by the Brazilian counterpart, the signature on the invitation letter must be certified by a notary public (""tabelião"").

Question 28

What are the ancine's authorisation requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

If applicable. Required only in case of audiovisual shootings/recordings of documentaries and advertising, marketing or commercial pieces.

Question 29

What are the ata carnet requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

If applicable. In case it is necessary to take photographic and/or filming equipment into Brazil, it is recommended that crews obtain an "ATA Carnet" to be presented to customs authorities. This is an international customs document, accepted in Brazil, which permits tax-free and duty-free temporary export and import of goods for up to one year.

Question 30

What are the for auditing or consultancy visit requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Original invitation letter from either the foreign employer or the Brazilian company/institution to which the applicant is linked. The invitation letter must be printed on company letterhead and contain the following information:
a) The applicant's full personal details, including job, position and function;

b) Purpose of the trip (brief description of the activities) and intended length of stay;

c) Details of the company and person in charge in Brazil (full name, telephone, e-mail etc.);

d) If applicable, declaration that all the applicant's travel expenses will be covered, during the entire stay in Brazil, by the employer or by the Brazilian company / institution being visited. In case the invitation letter contains this information, the applicant will not have to present personal proof of sufficient financial means.

Please note:
- If provided by the Brazilian counterpart, the signature on the invitation letter must be certified by a notary public ("tabelião").

Question 31

What are the for adoption visit requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Court decision allowing the international adoption (or equivalent document). The applicant must submit the original document and a photocopy to be retained by the Embassy.

Question 32

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 33

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 34

What are the visa application form requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Fully filled online, printed and signed visa application form.

Question 35

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 36

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.

Question 37

What are the documents for minor children requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Birth certificate, adoption certificate, or guardianship certificate evidencing parental or guardianship rights; certified power of attorney or permission from parents or legal guardians for minors traveling abroad.

Question 38

What are the receipt of fee payment requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

Question 39

What are the travel medical insurance requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Valid travel insurance, covering necessary medical expenses, including urgent medical assistance and possible repatriation.

Question 40

What are the proof of accommodation requirements for Brazil visa?

Accepted Answer

Confirmed hotel booking, rental contract, proof of residential property or the original invitation to stay at a private house, certified by a notary.

Visitor visa to Brazil for U.S. citizens

VIVIS, Short-term visitor visa (up to 90 days)

Visitor visa — what you need to know

How does this visa work?

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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

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Visitor visa to Brazil for U.S. citizens

VIVIS, Short-term visitor visa (up to 90 days)

Visitor 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? 3 months

Can you enter once or multiple times?multiple-entry

How long does processing take? 5 days

What is the consular fee?$80

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

4Proof of financial means

How can you prove the basis for the visa?

1Travel itinerary

2Flight tickets

3For business visit

4For event visit

5For journalistic visit

6ANCINE's authorisation

7ATA Carnet

8For auditing or consultancy visit

9For adoption visit

What additional documents may be required?

1Current immigration or residence status

2Documents for minor children

3Receipt of fee payment

4Travel medical insurance

5Proof of accommodation

Are you eligible for this visa?

Official visa information

English international

Official sources

Official sources

Do you have any questions?