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Brazilian Residence Authorisation (Federal Police)

An in-country process handled by the Federal Police that formalises the right to live in Brazil and issues the national migration registry card (CRNM).

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Fees (R$168.13 and R$204.77) and the 180-business-day processing estimate come from the official service page but should be reconfirmed as current before publishing; modality-specific requirements vary.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Brazil government website before you apply.
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Official name
Autorização de Residência / Carteira de Registro Migratório (CRNM)
Route type
Residence authorisation (in-country)
Authority
Polícia Federal (with the Ministry of Justice and Public Security)
Registration deadline
Within 90 days of arrival on a temporary visa, or 30 days of approval for permits granted in Brazil
Fees
Processing fee R$168.13 and CRNM issuance fee R$204.77
Fees quoted on the official service page; confirm current amounts before relying on them.

Who it is for

  • Foreign nationals who entered Brazil on a temporary visa and must register their residence
  • Foreign nationals granted a residence permit inside Brazil
  • Applicants seeking the National Migration Registry Card (CRNM)

Requirements

  • Completed application form for the relevant residence modality
  • Documents required for the chosen modality
  • Payment of the processing and CRNM issuance fees
  • Appointment booked at a Federal Police unit

How to apply

Fill in the form for your modality on the Federal Police immigration pages, schedule an appointment, pay the fees and attend the Federal Police unit. The CRNM is collected at the Federal Police unit once produced.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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