Brazil Visitor Visa (VIVIS)

The Visitor Visa (VIVIS) is Brazil’s short-stay visa for travellers with no intention of residing in Brazil. According to the Ministério das Relações Exteriores, it covers stays of up to 90 days for purposes such as tourism, transit, business trips (including trade and industrial exhibitions), and unpaid participation in sports, artistic, scientific and academic events. The Ministry states that VIVIS holders are strictly forbidden to do paid work in Brazil, although they may receive prizes, allowances and artistic paychecks. These conditions come from the official guidance — always confirm what applies to your nationality on the official website before you travel or apply.