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Brazil visas
Brazil’s visas are issued by the Ministério das Relações Exteriores (Ministry of Foreign Affairs). The main route for short visits is the Visitor Visa (VIVIS), which the Ministry describes as covering stays of up to 90 days for tourism, transit and business, with no residence intent and no paid work. The Ministry also states that, since 10 April 2025, nationals of Australia, Canada and the United States require a visitor visa and apply for an Electronic Visitor Visa (e-Visa) online. This hub explains the main routes in plain language and links to the official sources so you can confirm exactly what applies to you before you travel or apply.
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Important information
Your exact requirements depend on your nationality. The Ministério das Relações Exteriores states that, since 10 April 2025, nationals of Australia, Canada and the United States require a visitor visa and apply for an e-Visa online. Apply only through official Ministério das Relações Exteriores / Brazilian consulate channels — third-party sites are not the government service. Always confirm what you need with the official guidance before you travel or apply.
Find the right Brazil visa for you
Choose the category that matches your plans. Each route explains who it is for, what it covers and how to apply.
Brazil visa overview
How to apply – in 3 simple steps
- Check eligibilityUse the quick checker to confirm which visa you need for your trip.
- Prepare documentsGather your passport, photos and supporting paperwork using our guides.
- Submit & trackSubmit your application and track its progress.
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Start an application online and follow the guided steps.
Explore Brazil visa types
Every Brazil route we cover, with a short summary of who it is for.
Brazil Visitor Visa (VIVIS)
Brazil’s short-stay visitor visa for tourism, transit and business trips, with no residence intent and no paid work.
Brazil Electronic Visitor Visa (e-Visa)
Brazil’s online visitor visa, applied for online without a consulate visit by nationals of certain countries.
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Do I need a visa to visit Brazil?
It depends on your nationality. Many nationalities are exempt from Brazil’s Visitor Visa under visa-exemption agreements, while others need a Visitor Visa (VIVIS) or, where it applies, an online e-Visa. The Ministério das Relações Exteriores states that since 10 April 2025 nationals of Australia, Canada and the United States require a visitor visa and apply for an e-Visa online. Confirm your situation on the official website.
Can I work in Brazil on a Visitor Visa (VIVIS)?
No. According to the Ministério das Relações Exteriores, VIVIS holders are strictly forbidden to do paid work in Brazil, although they may receive prizes, allowances and artistic paychecks. The VIVIS is for short visits such as tourism, transit and business trips.
What is Brazil's e-Visa?
The Electronic Visitor Visa (e-Visa) is applied for online without a consulate visit. The Ministério das Relações Exteriores states it allows stays of up to 90 days, is valid for up to 5 years and permits multiple entries, and that since 10 April 2025 it applies to nationals of Australia, Canada and the United States. Confirm the current conditions on the official website.