Do American citizens need a visa for Brazil?
The official link goes to brazil.vfsevisa.com. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Brazil entry rules for American citizens.
| Verdict | e-Visa before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Brazil e-Visa (VIVIS visit visa) |
| Fee | USD 80.90 (USD 80 visa fee + USD 0.90 service fee) |
| Stay | 90 days per entry; max 180 days in any 12 months |
| Validity | Up to 10 years, multiple entry (or until passport expiry) |
| When to apply | Processing up to 10 business days; the official portal advises applying about 2 months before travel |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for an American passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Brazil entry requirements.
The details for an American passport.
Visa requirement reinstated 10 Apr 2025 (reciprocity). Covers tourism, business, transit, artistic/sports activities. A valid paper VIVIS visa is also accepted. Airlines check the e-Visa before boarding. Portal is the official Itamaraty platform operated by VFS Global; avoid look-alike sites. US State Dept confirms a visa/e-visa is required for all travel. The fee (USD 80.90) was not confirmed on an official page in the independent check; the status was.
How long it must be valid.
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.
Recent changes in Brazil.
- 2025-04-10 — Visa (e-visa) requirement reinstated for citizens of the United States, Canada and Australia; e-visa fee USD 80.90.
- 2026-03-13 — Brazil's e-visa platform opened to Chinese nationals (reported).
- 2026-05-11 — Reciprocal visa waiver for Chinese citizens: up to 30 days per trip, valid until 31 Dec 2026.
The short answers.
Do American citizens need a visa for Brazil?
Yes. American citizens apply online for the Brazil e-Visa (VIVIS visit visa) before travelling for stays of 90 days per entry; max 180 days in any 12 months.
How much does it cost for American citizens?
USD 80.90 (USD 80 visa fee + USD 0.90 service fee). Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can American citizens stay in Brazil?
90 days per entry; max 180 days in any 12 months. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should American citizens apply?
Processing up to 10 business days; the official portal advises applying about 2 months before travel.
Where do American citizens apply?
On the official site, brazil.vfsevisa.com. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Brazil visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.