Brazil Visa Exigences 2026
Brazil reintroduced visa requirements for US, Canadian, and Australian citizens on 10 April 2025 — these three nationalities now apply through the official Brazil e-Visa portal (brazil.vfsevisa.com) for tourism, business, transit, and short visits. EU and UK passport holders remain visa-free for stays up to 90 days. Mercosur nationals (Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador) enter on national ID and may reside/work. Other nationalities apply at a Brazilian consulate for VIVIS (Visit Visa, up to 90 days) or VITEM (Temporary Visa, longer stays) — VITEM has 14 subcategories including VITEM II (short-term work, up to 90 days), VITEM IV (student), VITEM V (formal employment, up to 2 years renewable), VITEM XI (investor), and VITEM XIV (digital nomad, minimum US$1,500/month income or US$18,000 savings).
- e-Visa (US, Canada, Australia)
- US$80.90
- VIVIS Visit Visa (consular)
- US$80–150 (varies by reciprocity)
- VITEM IV Student Visa
- US$80–100
- VITEM V Work Visa
- US$100–200 + employer authorization
- VITEM XIV Digital Nomad Visa
- US$100–200 (varies by consulate)
- CRNM residence card (Polícia Federal)
- R$204.77 (issuance) + R$168.13 (registration)
- e-Visa (US/Canada/Australia) — target
- Under 48 hours
- e-Visa — official maximum
- 5 business days
- VIVIS consular visit visa
- 5–15 business days
- VITEM IV (student)
- 30–45 business days
- VITEM XIV (digital nomad)
- 30–45 business days
- VITEM V (work, after labor auth)
- 40–60 business days
Qui a besoin d’un Brazil Visa ?
Brazil reintroduced visa requirements for US, Canadian, and Australian citizens on 10 April 2025 — these three nationalities now apply through the official Brazil e-Visa portal (brazil.vfsevisa.com) for tourism, business, transit, and short visits. EU and UK passport holders remain visa-free for stays up to 90 days. Mercosur nationals (Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador) enter on national ID and may reside/work. Other nationalities apply at a Brazilian consulate for VIVIS (Visit Visa, up to 90 days) or VITEM (Temporary Visa, longer stays) — VITEM has 14 subcategories including VITEM II (short-term work, up to 90 days), VITEM IV (student), VITEM V (formal employment, up to 2 years renewable), VITEM XI (investor), and VITEM XIV (digital nomad, minimum US$1,500/month income or US$18,000 savings).
Où faire la demande
For US, Canadian, and Australian citizens: the official Brazil e-Visa portal at brazil.vfsevisa.com (only). For all other nationalities requiring a visa: the nearest Brazilian consulate or embassy with jurisdiction over your place of residence — applications are processed by Itamaraty (Ministério das Relações Exteriores). After arrival in Brazil, VITEM holders register with the Polícia Federal within 90 days to receive the CRNM residence card.
Frais
- e-Visa (US, Canada, Australia)
- US$80.90
- VIVIS Visit Visa (consular)
- US$80–150 (varies by reciprocity)
- VITEM IV Student Visa
- US$80–100
- VITEM V Work Visa
- US$100–200 + employer authorization
- VITEM XIV Digital Nomad Visa
- US$100–200 (varies by consulate)
- CRNM residence card (Polícia Federal)
- R$204.77 (issuance) + R$168.13 (registration)
The Brazil e-Visa costs US$80.90 for US, Canadian, and Australian citizens, paid online via card at brazil.vfsevisa.com. Consular VIVIS visit visas typically cost US$80–150 depending on the nationality's reciprocity agreement. VITEM IV student visas run about US$80–100. VITEM V work visas range US$100–200 plus the employer's prior labor-authorization fees with the Ministry of Labor. The VITEM XIV digital nomad visa costs roughly US$100–200 at the consulate. After arrival, foreigners on any VITEM must register with the Polícia Federal within 90 days and pay R$204.77 for the CRNM (Carteira de Registro Nacional Migratório) plus a R$168.13 registration fee.
Frais au 28 mai 2026. Confirmez les montants actuels sur la source officielle avant de payer.
Que prévoir
Documents et pièces à présenter au rendez-vous ou à joindre à votre demande.
- Passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay, with 2 blank visa pages
- Digital photo 50×70 mm (minimum 600×800 pixels) — uploaded for e-Visa, printed ×2 for consular
- Completed online application form (e-Visa portal or e-Consular for VIVIS/VITEM)
- Round-trip flight itinerary or proof of onward travel
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, host invitation, or rental agreement)
- Proof of financial means (recent bank statements — typically 3 months)
- Travel insurance recommended (mandatory for some categories)
- For VITEM IV (student): acceptance letter from a MEC-recognized Brazilian institution + proof of ~R$1,518/month support
- For VITEM V (work): employer labor authorization from the Ministry of Labor + signed Brazilian employment contract
- For VITEM XIV (digital nomad): foreign employment/service contract + proof of US$1,500/month income OR US$18,000 in savings + private health insurance valid in Brazil
- Criminal background check (required for most VITEM categories)
Combien de temps cela prend-il ?
- e-Visa (US/Canada/Australia) — target
- Under 48 hours
- e-Visa — official maximum
- 5 business days
- VIVIS consular visit visa
- 5–15 business days
- VITEM IV (student)
- 30–45 business days
- VITEM XIV (digital nomad)
- 30–45 business days
- VITEM V (work, after labor auth)
- 40–60 business days
The Brazil e-Visa is officially processed within 5 business days, and as of late 2025 the overhauled VFS platform targets under 48 hours for most applicants. Consular VIVIS visas typically take 5–15 business days. VITEM IV (student) and VITEM XIV (digital nomad) take 30–45 business days. VITEM V work visas require 40–60 business days at the consulate after the employer obtains labor authorization (which itself takes 30–60 days at the Ministry of Labor). Apply 2 months ahead of travel as VFS recommends.
Les délais varient selon le lieu, la saison et chaque dossier. Vérifiez toujours la file d’attente actuelle sur la source officielle avant de réserver un voyage.
Vérifiez avant de déposer. Nous compilons ces informations à partir de sources officielles gouvernementales et les revérifions régulièrement. Frais, délais et règles changent sans préavis — confirmez toujours les informations actuelles sur le site officiel avant de déposer une demande ou de régler des frais.
Questions fréquentes
Questions courantes sur la demande d’un brazil visa.
Do US citizens need a visa for Brazil in 2026? +
How much does the Brazil e-Visa cost? +
How long does it take to get a Brazil visa? +
Does Brazil have a digital nomad visa? +
Do European citizens need a visa for Brazil? +
What is the Brazil reciprocity fee? +
What are the VITEM categories? +
Do I need a visa for Brazil if I have a Mercosur passport? +
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