Find out more about the Brazil Visitor Visa

All you need to know about the Brazil Visitor Visa application process

Last updated: April 2024

We currently don't offer this visa, but you can find more info on the Brazilian government website.

Keep reading to learn more about the process and requirements of the Brazil Visitor Visa.

What is the Brazil Visitor Visa?

The Brazil Visitor Visa, also called the VIVIS, is meant for short stays in the country. The application, unlike the eVisa, might include a pre-departure interview.

What can I do with the Brazil Visitor Visa?

With this visa, you’re allowed to:

• Explore the country as a tourist
• Attend business-related and non-business-related events
• Study or complete an internship
• Engage in journalistic activities
• Volunteer
• Visit friends and family

What can’t I do with the Brazil Visitor Visa?

Keep in mind that you can’t:

• Stay in the country longer than your visa allows
• Live or work in Brazil
• Receive any payment during your time in Brazil, including cash prizes in sports, artistic, or cultural competitions

Who requires the Brazil Visitor Visa?

Most travelers must apply for this visa before they go.

Please note: From April 2024, travelers from Australia, Canada, and The United States of America will resume needing a visa to travel to Brazil for tourism, transit, or business.

Do children and/or minors require this visa to visit Brazil?

Yes, if they are from an eligible country they'll need the Brazil Visitor Visa to enter the country, just like adults.

Parents or legal guardians must sign the application form and provide the minor's birth certificate.

Brazil Visitor Visa validity: How long can you stay in Brazil?

For some nationalities, by reciprocity, the max. stay can be up to 30, 60, or 90 days per entry. Travelers from Slovenia can stay in Brazil for up to 90 days per year.

The validity depends on your nationality and varies between 1, 3, 5, or 10 years from the date of issuance.

Can I extend my stay in Brazil?

Each stay is limited to 90 days, but an extension may be requested from the Federal Police after arrival.

The combined stays typically can’t exceed 180 days per year.

Brazil Visitor Visa: Required documents

The required documents will depend on your nationality.

In general, the list of required documents for the Brazil Visitor Visa may look like this:

• Valid passport with at least two blank pages, with an expiry date at least 6 months after your arrival date

• Signed application form

• Recent passport photo, taken against a white background

• Confirmation of round-trip flight tickets

• Proof of income

• Proof of immigration status in Slovenia (if applicable)

Brazil Visitor Visa: Financial requirements

As a reference, we recommend having approximately US$150 per day to cover expenses.

At least one of the following documents must be submitted to prove that you can pay for your trip:

• Bank statements containing the account holder's name, current balance, and transactions from the last 3 months;

• International credit card statements containing the cardholder's name, available credit limit, and transactions from the last 3 months;

• The last 3 payslips of the applicant.

How to apply for the Brazil Visitor Visa

To apply, we recommend consulting the Brazilian government website for the exact instructions.

During the process, depending on your individual circumstances and nationality, you'll find out if you need to attend an interview at the Brazilian Embassy or Consulate in your home country.

Brazil Visitor Visa: Costs and processing times

The costs and processing time of the Brazil Visitor Visa differ per nationality.

Most people can get this visa in a few days or weeks, but we recommend applying at least three months before your trip starts to avoid disappointments.

Need more info about traveling to Brazil?

If you have any questions about traveling to Brazil and the Visitor Visa or eVisa application, our customer service team is here to help! Contact them any time via WhatsApp or iVisa chat.