Latin America
Brazil immigration and visa guide
Brazil provides an accessible Digital Nomad Visa (Visto Temporário XIV), family reunification, investment permits, and permanent residency (CRNM).
Polícia Federal & Ministério da Justiça e Segurança Pública
- Processing time
- 3 – 8 weeks
- Passport validity
- 6+ months
- Points-based system
- No
- Digital nomad friendly
- Yes
Visa options in Brazil
Key requirements
- Proof of employment or service contract with a foreign company located outside Brazil
- Proof of monthly foreign income of at least $1,500 USD or available bank funds of at least $18,000 USD
- Apostilled criminal background clearance certificate and valid international health insurance
How to apply for a Brazil visa: step by step
- 1
Consular Visto XIV Application Abroad
Submit bank statements, remote contract, and apostilled background check to Brazilian Consulate via E-Consular system.
2 - 4 weeks
- 2
Arrival & Polícia Federal Registration
Enter Brazil and register within 90 days at the nearest Polícia Federal station to receive the CRNM plastic card.
2 - 4 weeks
Official government links
Frequently asked questions
How many years of residence for Brazilian citizenship?
Standard naturalization requires 4 years of continuous legal residence in Brazil. However, this is reduced to only 1 year for foreigners married to a Brazilian citizen or who have a Brazilian-born child.
Find a licensed adviser
For advice on your own case, use a licensed immigration lawyer or adviser. Always check they are registered before you pay anyone. Imiatlas does not refer or review cases.
Look for a lawyer registered with the national bar association or law society in Brazil. The official immigration website explains any rules on who may represent applicants.
Polícia Federal & Ministério da Justiça e Segurança PúblicaGeneral information to help you research, not legal advice. Rules change often: always confirm with Polícia Federal & Ministério da Justiça e Segurança Pública on the official website before applying.