Brazil entry requirements, by passport
What you need to get into Brazil depends on the passport in your hand. Find yours below: the visa or e-authorisation, how long you can stay, the official fee and the government page to apply on.
28 of 32 passports verified on official pages.
What each passport needs
| Passport | To get in | Stay | Document and fee | Apply | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | e-Visa before you fly | 90 days per entry | Brazil e-Visa (VIVIS visit visa)Official fee: USD 80.90 (USD 80 visa fee + USD 0.90 service fee)Apply: Processing up to 10 business days; the official portal advises applying about 2 months before travel | Official page | Verified |
| Canada | e-Visa before you fly | 90 days per entry | Brazil e-Visa (VIVIS visit visa)Official fee: USD 80.90 (USD 80 visa fee + USD 0.90 service fee)Apply: Processing up to 10 business days; the official portal advises applying about 2 months before travel | Official page | Likely |
| Mexico | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Brazil | Own country | ||||
| United Kingdom | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Ireland | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Germany | Visa-free | 90 days in any 180-day period | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| France | Visa-free | 90 days in any 180-day period | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Italy | Visa-free | 90 days in any 180-day period | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Spain | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Netherlands | Visa-free | 90 days in any 180-day period | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Switzerland | Visa-free | 90 days in any 180-day period | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Russia | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Türkiye | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Israel | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| United Arab Emirates | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Saudi Arabia | Visa needed before you fly | up to 90 days per stay | VIVIS visit visa (consular)Apply: Apply well ahead at a Brazilian embassy/consulate | Verified | |
| India | Visa needed before you fly | 90 days per stay | VIVIS visit visa (consular)Apply: Apply well ahead at a Brazilian consulate | Likely | |
| China (mainland) | Visa-free | 30 days per trip | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Likely |
| Hong Kong SAR | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Taiwan | Visa needed before you fly | 90 days per stay | VIVIS visit visa (consular)Apply: Apply well ahead at a Brazilian commercial office/consulate | Verified | |
| Japan | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| South Korea | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Singapore | Visa-free | 30 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Malaysia | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Thailand | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Vietnam | Visa needed before you fly | up to 90 days per stay | VIVIS visit visa (consular)Apply: Apply well ahead at a Brazilian embassy/consulate | Verified | |
| Philippines | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Indonesia | Visa-free | 30 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Australia | e-Visa before you fly | 90 days per entry | Brazil e-Visa (VIVIS visit visa)Official fee: USD 80.90 (USD 80 visa fee + USD 0.90 service fee)Apply: Processing up to 10 business days; the official portal advises applying about 2 months before travel | Official page | Likely |
| New Zealand | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Nigeria | Visa needed before you fly | up to 90 days per stay | VIVIS visit visa (consular)Apply: Apply well ahead at a Brazilian embassy/consulate | Verified | |
| South Africa | Visa-free | 90 days per stay | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
Verified means NUM read it on a government page on 10–11 Oct 2026. Likely means a reputable source says it and one official page agreed. Not checked yet means NUM could not confirm it: use the official page. Fees are as published on that date and can change.
The rules everyone meets at the border
Passport
Brazil itself requires a passport valid for the stay (US State Dept: valid on entry; Canada: valid for duration of stay). UK FCDO states 6 months from arrival. Safest: 6 months. Safe standard: 6 months left on the day you arrive.
Arrival card
No arrival card for most visitors.
Border systems for every visitor
No ETA scheme. Visa-required nationals (incl. US, Canada, Australia since 10 Apr 2025) need a visa or e-visa before boarding; airlines check.
Onward ticket
Officials may ask for a return/onward ticket.
Proof of funds
Officials may ask for proof of sufficient funds for the stay.
Travel insurance
Not required for visitors; recommended.
Vaccinations
No vaccination required for entry; yellow fever vaccine not required but recommended for many areas (give at least 10 days before travel). Some onward destinations/airlines may ask for a yellow fever certificate after visiting Brazil.
Cash to declare at customs
Declare cash/travellers cheques of USD 10,000 or more (or equivalent) on entry and exit (e-DBV online declaration).
Taxes, levies and fees
No national entry/departure tax beyond airport fees in the ticket. Some destinations levy local environmental fees (e.g., Fernando de Noronha TPA, other island/park preservation fees).
Medicines, vapes and banned items
Strict rules on goods; declare anything prohibited/taxable. Dual Brazilian nationals must enter and leave on their Brazilian passport.
Travelling with children
Brazilian (incl. dual national) minors need authorisation from both parents to travel without them; non-Brazilian minors travelling with one parent or others should carry the birth certificate and notarised parental consent, as Federal Police sometimes delay them.
Work, study, working holiday and nomad visas
Every official route NUM found for Brazil. You apply directly with the government.
Work permits
Foreign professionals with a Brazilian employer/job offer
Stay: Typically up to 2 years, renewable
Prior residence authorisation from the Ministry of Justice (MigranteWeb) requested by the employer, then consular visa
Official fee: Varies by nationality
Study
Students accepted by Brazilian institutions
Stay: Duration of course (renewable)
Enrolment letter, proof of funds
Official fee: Varies by nationality
Working holiday
Citizens aged 18-30 of agreement countries; among our passports: NZ, FR, DE, AU (AU age range reported 18-31)
Stay: Up to 12 months, not extendable
Apply at a Brazilian consulate in country of nationality; funds, return ticket, insurance
Official fee: Varies
Digital nomad
Remote workers employed by or contracting for foreign companies
Stay: 1 year, renewable for 1 more year
Monthly income of at least USD 1,500 or bank funds of at least USD 18,000; proof of remote work for a foreign employer; health insurance; criminal record certificate
Official fee: Varies by nationality
Family
Spouses/partners, children and other relatives of Brazilians or residents
Stay: Residence (renewable)
Proof of relationship; sponsor documents
Official fee: Varies by nationality
Business
Business visitors (meetings, events) not paid locally
Stay: 90 days per entry
Same visa as tourism; no local paid work
Official fee: Varies by nationality (reciprocity)
Tourist
Nationals not visa-exempt (incl. US, CA, AU via e-visa)
Stay: 90 days per entry, max 180 days per 12 months
Passport, photo, itinerary/onward travel; e-visa online for US/CA/AU (and China)
Official fee: USD 80.90 (e-visa, US/CA/AU)
What changed, and what is coming
- 2026-12-31 · Confirmed Brazil-China reciprocal visa waiver expires unless extended. Source
- 2026-05-11 · In force Reciprocal visa waiver for Chinese citizens: up to 30 days per trip, valid until 31 Dec 2026. Source
- 2026-03-13 · In force Brazil's e-visa platform opened to Chinese nationals (reported). Source
- 2026-01-16 · In force Brazil-India reciprocity: visit/business visa validity extended to 10 years (effective 30 days after exchange of notes). Source
- 2025-04-10 · In force Visa (e-visa) requirement reinstated for citizens of the United States, Canada and Australia; e-visa fee USD 80.90. Source
Your checklist, with the dates it is due
NUM builds it for your passport and your travel dates: the authorisation and when to apply, the arrival card and the day it opens, what to carry at the border, your own country's exit rules, and a calendar file for every deadline.
Every document here is issued by a government, and the official link is the only place to get it. Most arrival cards and many authorisations are free. NUM is not a visa service and cannot apply for anything. Rules change without notice: the official page always has the final word.