Types of Visa for Brazil

The type of visitor visa for Brazil you need to apply for depends on your nationality. There are 2 main categories: the eVisa and embassy visas.

The Brazil eVisa offers a streamlined, electronic application process for citizens of certain countries. Embassy visas cater to other nationalities and travel needs, requiring a more traditional application process.

On this page you can learn about the key differences, eligibility criteria, and application procedures for the different visa types.

The Brazil eVisa (Electronic Visa)

The Brazil eVisa is an electronic travel authorisation available to citizens of selected countries travelling to Brazil for tourism, business, or transit purposes.

The eVisa application can be completed fully online without attending a Brazilian embassy or consulate. Once approved, the eVisa is electronically linked to the traveller’s passport.

The Brazil eVisa is generally faster and simpler to obtain than a traditional embassy-issued visa.

Eligible countries for the eVisa

The Brazil eVisa is currently available to citizens of Australia, Canada, and the United States.

Travellers from countries that are not eligible for the eVisa must apply for a visa through a Brazilian embassy or consulate.

The VITUR visa is intended for travellers visiting Brazil for tourism, business meetings, conferences, sporting events, artistic activities, or short-term non-remunerated purposes.

This visa category does not permit paid employment in Brazil.

Depending on the traveller’s nationality, the VITUR may be issued either as an eVisa or as a traditional embassy-issued visa.

Brazil issues temporary visas under the VITEM system for foreign nationals travelling for specific long-term purposes such as work, study, research, or remote employment.

Work Visa (VITEM V)

The VITEM V visa is intended for foreign nationals travelling to Brazil for employment or professional activities sponsored by a Brazilian company or organisation.

Applicants typically require approval from the Brazilian Ministry of Justice and supporting documentation from the sponsoring employer.

Student Visa (VITEM IV)

The VITEM IV visa is issued to foreign nationals enrolled in recognised educational institutions in Brazil.

Applicants are generally required to provide proof of enrolment, financial means, and accommodation details.

Digital Nomad Visa (VITEM XIV)

The VITEM XIV Digital Nomad Visa allows remote workers employed by foreign companies or self-employed professionals with foreign income sources to live in Brazil while working remotely.

Applicants are generally required to demonstrate proof of remote employment or service contracts and meet minimum income or savings requirements established by the Brazilian authorities.

Travellers who are not eligible for the Brazil eVisa must apply through a Brazilian embassy or consulate.

Applicants are generally required to complete a visa application form, submit supporting documentation, provide a valid passport, and attend an appointment if requested by the consular authority.

Processing times, fees, and document requirements vary depending on nationality and visa category.