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.
Important information
Brazilian visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Brazil — tourism, visiting family or friends, business trips and transit, plus any visa-free or electronic-authorisation options.2 visas
- Work visasComing to Brazil to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.2 visas
- Study visasStudying in Brazil — student visas and permits for accepted students, and what they let you do.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a family member in Brazil — spouse, partner, child and other relative routes.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Brazil as a highly skilled or exceptional individual.1 visa
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Brazil long term — permanent residence and, where available, the path to citizenship.3 visas
Brazilian visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Brazil — key facts
- Entry document
- Visitor Visa (VIVIS)
- Short stays of up to 90 days, no paid work (per MRE)
- Authority
- Ministério das Relações Exteriores
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Brazil
- e-Visa
- Online, no consulate visit
- For nationals of Australia, Canada & the USA (since 10 April 2025, per MRE)
- Paid work
- Not permitted on VIVIS
- VIVIS holders are strictly forbidden to do paid work (per MRE)
Brazilian visas — people also ask
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.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-09. Information only — not legal advice.