Jan 27, 2014, 3:19 pm
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Citizens travelling with passports from Australia, Canada and the United States visiting Brazil for tourism and business will be subject to visa requirements for entry into Brazilian territory starting from April 10th, 2025.
https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consula...or-visa-e-visa
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The Brazilian Government will resume the requirement of visiting visas for citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States.
The measure will come into effect on April 10th 2024.
https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consula...-united-states
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old wiki follows…
Starting today (Monday June 17, 2019) tourists with USA (plus Canada and Japan IIRC) passports can enter Brazil for up to 90 days without a visa and can possibly extend their stay to 180 days according to CNN.
E-visas will be offered to Americans, Canadians and Japanese as of January, 2018. The e - visas are to be done within 72 hours.
http://www.brazilgovnews.gov.br/news...ns-in-november
https://www.cntraveler.com/story/us-...isas-to-brazil
Brazilian visa questions have been moved to this "sticky" thread, so others can find it and various answers more easily.
A useful tool to determine your visa needs is TIMATIC- Star Alliance helpfully provides access to TIMATIC via this link, with a page you can provide nationality, country of residence, trip origin, destination, etc. to get the same information used by your airline to permit / not allow you to fly. NON-US passport holders can download a PDF document via this page to determine their visa requirements (TIMATIC may be more up to date).
N.B. If you enter Brasil by land be sure to get your entry stamp; failure to do so may result in a fine and penalties. (Art. 125 XVI, c/c Arts. 22 e 24 da Lei n 6.815/80 modificada pela Lei n 6.964/81 punishable with a fine of 413.88 Reals each, ~$190 USD - see post)
Generally, for U S Passport holders (TDS' Brazil Visas page has links, requirements, downloadable forms here.)
The passport (original is required) must:
. . . ● Be valid for the next six months
. . . ● Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
. . . ● Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
You may be required to provide a copy of your identification / personal information page as well. You may want to scan this as well and send yourself a copy so you can retrieve it form e-mail if your passport is lost, stolen or damaged.
Photograph: ONE color, passport photo is required; must
. . . ● Be printed on photo paper (paper-printed digital photos not accepted)
. . . ● Be two inches by two inches
. . . ● Have a white background
. . . ● Have been taken within the last six months
Proof of Residency in Consular Jurisdiction
A copy of current Driver's License, displaying your residential address, or other legal proof of residency such as a lease or utility bill, is required
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Proof of travel arrangements for the trip duration are requested, including:
. . . ● Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket showing entry and exit dates
. . . ● Show the traveler's full name (as printed in his or her passport)
. . . ● Letters of invitation for nonpaid lodging can be useful
Each consulate may have slightly different requirements regarding proof of travel plans. Carefully read the site for the Brazilian Consulate under whose jurisdiction your residence falls.
Note: An itinerary is a printout of reserved RT flights, not a paid ticket.
Note that Brazilian authorities may require proof of financial sufficiency - $150 per day would be considered minimally reasonable, but credit cards often suffice for such proof.
Online Brazil Application (from CBIT)
The Consulate of Brazil has instituted a web-based visa application form. The application must be completed online and can be found at https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/. We cannot process your visa request if you do not complete the application form online. Your completed application must:
. . . ● Include answers for all fields
. . . ● Include your name as it appears in your passport (leave the middle name field of the application form blank if your middle name is not represented in your passport)
. . . ● Include your designated code number which will be issued at the end of the online application process
. . . ● Include your signature as it appears in your passport
. . . ● Be submitted to the consulate within 30 days of completion
. . . ● Be signed inside the LARGE BOX found directly below the place of birth field
. . . ● Be printed and included in your completed (Application Kit)
Some Brazilian Consulates are (as of date of this edit) allowing electronic upload of documents for review, with originals presented at time of interview.
Minor Applicants
Minors under the age of 18 must submit the following documents, all of which must be notarized:
. . . ● The attached Minor Authorization form
. . . ● A notarized letter of consent from both parents or legal guardian
. . . ● The child's birth certificate
. . . ● A copy of both parent's photo IDs
. . . ● If the child has legal guardians, the guardians must provide a notarized legal proof of guardianship.
Fees: United States passport holders: US$ 160.00, charged in reciprocity for an identical fee paid by Brazilian citizens who apply for a tourist visa to the U.S.; $65 Canadians, $35 Australians; no visa needed for U.K. Citizens.
[an additional $20 consular fee is due when the visa applicant is not present in person to submit the visa documents. Must be paid via a U S Postal Money Order (cash, credit cards and checks are not accepted). ]
Some Brazilian Consulates do not accept application packets by mail, only in person. If you or a relative cannot appear in person.... try a visa service if you can not personally make it to a consulate dispensing visas; the office you use must must be in the service area of the Consulate you are required to use (depends on where you live).
List of Brazilian consulates in USA.
Notes:
. . . ● The "must be used within 90 days (the first time) requirement was done away with in January 2010 (for holders of most countries' passports, including US, but not all countries)
. . . ● the fee for U S passport holders, which is in reciprocity with US visa fees to Brazilians, is U$160;
. . . ● generally a multiple entry visa for ten years from issue (but other times may always be specified by the consular officials);
. . . ● validity is for a maximum duration per stay of ninety days (can be extended within Brazil by the Federal Police up to 90 more days) and a maximum of 180 days per year.
Note for US Citizens obtaining a visa for Brazil at a consulate outside the United States, the process and rules aren't completely the same. So check on the local website for the consulate you plan to visit.
The previous thread is: Tourist Visa for Brazil: questions (archival - closed)
https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consula...or-visa-e-visa
__________________________________________________ _____
old wiki follows
The Brazilian Government will resume the requirement of visiting visas for citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States.
The measure will come into effect on April 10th 2024.
https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consula...-united-states
__________________________________________________ _____
old wiki follows…
Starting today (Monday June 17, 2019) tourists with USA (plus Canada and Japan IIRC) passports can enter Brazil for up to 90 days without a visa and can possibly extend their stay to 180 days according to CNN.
Brazil Tourist Visa Questions and Answers
Since November 21, 2017, Brazil has offered the option of online e-visas for Australians to save the visits to Brazil embassies and consulates. Sounds good, any experiences to share?E-visas will be offered to Americans, Canadians and Japanese as of January, 2018. The e - visas are to be done within 72 hours.
http://www.brazilgovnews.gov.br/news...ns-in-november
https://www.cntraveler.com/story/us-...isas-to-brazil
Brazilian visa questions have been moved to this "sticky" thread, so others can find it and various answers more easily.
A useful tool to determine your visa needs is TIMATIC- Star Alliance helpfully provides access to TIMATIC via this link, with a page you can provide nationality, country of residence, trip origin, destination, etc. to get the same information used by your airline to permit / not allow you to fly. NON-US passport holders can download a PDF document via this page to determine their visa requirements (TIMATIC may be more up to date).
N.B. If you enter Brasil by land be sure to get your entry stamp; failure to do so may result in a fine and penalties. (Art. 125 XVI, c/c Arts. 22 e 24 da Lei n 6.815/80 modificada pela Lei n 6.964/81 punishable with a fine of 413.88 Reals each, ~$190 USD - see post)
Generally, for U S Passport holders (TDS' Brazil Visas page has links, requirements, downloadable forms here.)
The passport (original is required) must:
. . . ● Be valid for the next six months
. . . ● Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
. . . ● Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
You may be required to provide a copy of your identification / personal information page as well. You may want to scan this as well and send yourself a copy so you can retrieve it form e-mail if your passport is lost, stolen or damaged.
Photograph: ONE color, passport photo is required; must
. . . ● Be printed on photo paper (paper-printed digital photos not accepted)
. . . ● Be two inches by two inches
. . . ● Have a white background
. . . ● Have been taken within the last six months
Proof of Residency in Consular Jurisdiction
A copy of current Driver's License, displaying your residential address, or other legal proof of residency such as a lease or utility bill, is required
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Proof of travel arrangements for the trip duration are requested, including:
. . . ● Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket showing entry and exit dates
. . . ● Show the traveler's full name (as printed in his or her passport)
. . . ● Letters of invitation for nonpaid lodging can be useful
Each consulate may have slightly different requirements regarding proof of travel plans. Carefully read the site for the Brazilian Consulate under whose jurisdiction your residence falls.
Note: An itinerary is a printout of reserved RT flights, not a paid ticket.
Note that Brazilian authorities may require proof of financial sufficiency - $150 per day would be considered minimally reasonable, but credit cards often suffice for such proof.
Online Brazil Application (from CBIT)
The Consulate of Brazil has instituted a web-based visa application form. The application must be completed online and can be found at https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/. We cannot process your visa request if you do not complete the application form online. Your completed application must:
. . . ● Include answers for all fields
. . . ● Include your name as it appears in your passport (leave the middle name field of the application form blank if your middle name is not represented in your passport)
. . . ● Include your designated code number which will be issued at the end of the online application process
. . . ● Include your signature as it appears in your passport
. . . ● Be submitted to the consulate within 30 days of completion
. . . ● Be signed inside the LARGE BOX found directly below the place of birth field
. . . ● Be printed and included in your completed (Application Kit)
Some Brazilian Consulates are (as of date of this edit) allowing electronic upload of documents for review, with originals presented at time of interview.
Minor Applicants
Minors under the age of 18 must submit the following documents, all of which must be notarized:
. . . ● The attached Minor Authorization form
. . . ● A notarized letter of consent from both parents or legal guardian
. . . ● The child's birth certificate
. . . ● A copy of both parent's photo IDs
. . . ● If the child has legal guardians, the guardians must provide a notarized legal proof of guardianship.
Fees: United States passport holders: US$ 160.00, charged in reciprocity for an identical fee paid by Brazilian citizens who apply for a tourist visa to the U.S.; $65 Canadians, $35 Australians; no visa needed for U.K. Citizens.
[an additional $20 consular fee is due when the visa applicant is not present in person to submit the visa documents. Must be paid via a U S Postal Money Order (cash, credit cards and checks are not accepted). ]
Some Brazilian Consulates do not accept application packets by mail, only in person. If you or a relative cannot appear in person.... try a visa service if you can not personally make it to a consulate dispensing visas; the office you use must must be in the service area of the Consulate you are required to use (depends on where you live).
List of Brazilian consulates in USA.
Notes:
. . . ● The "must be used within 90 days (the first time) requirement was done away with in January 2010 (for holders of most countries' passports, including US, but not all countries)
. . . ● the fee for U S passport holders, which is in reciprocity with US visa fees to Brazilians, is U$160;
. . . ● generally a multiple entry visa for ten years from issue (but other times may always be specified by the consular officials);
. . . ● validity is for a maximum duration per stay of ninety days (can be extended within Brazil by the Federal Police up to 90 more days) and a maximum of 180 days per year.
Note for US Citizens obtaining a visa for Brazil at a consulate outside the United States, the process and rules aren't completely the same. So check on the local website for the consulate you plan to visit.
The previous thread is: Tourist Visa for Brazil: questions (archival - closed)
Brazil Tourist Visa Questions and Answers
Nov 9, 2012, 9:21 am
#91
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No, specifically they would not accept a printout of the electronic results sent by the FBI-accredited affiliate FieldPrint. Additionally, the Consulate did not specify on their website that you need to bring the results that have been authenticated. The FBI does not automatically do this, you have to request it specifically. Luckily, I was able to send a fax to the FBI so hopefully when they resend them by regular mail, they will have both an original signature and a stamp and the Consulate will be happy.
The person at the Consulate also insisted that I provide a copy of my fingerprints with the FBI results, but she was corrected by the vice-consul that she was incorrect on that point.
The person at the Consulate also insisted that I provide a copy of my fingerprints with the FBI results, but she was corrected by the vice-consul that she was incorrect on that point.
Nov 9, 2012, 4:15 pm
#92
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The US commercial interests are clear. Half of all real estate purchased in South Florida is now purchased by Brazilians. Many large retailers (Macy's, Saks, Nordstroms and so on) have as much as a third of their total sales in New York and South Florida made to Brazilians.
Or can you provide citations?
Nov 9, 2012, 4:17 pm
#93
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No, specifically they would not accept a printout of the electronic results sent by the FBI-accredited affiliate FieldPrint. Additionally, the Consulate did not specify on their website that you need to bring the results that have been authenticated. The FBI does not automatically do this, you have to request it specifically. Luckily, I was able to send a fax to the FBI so hopefully when they resend them by regular mail, they will have both an original signature and a stamp and the Consulate will be happy.
The person at the Consulate also insisted that I provide a copy of my fingerprints with the FBI results, but she was corrected by the vice-consul that she was incorrect on that point.
The person at the Consulate also insisted that I provide a copy of my fingerprints with the FBI results, but she was corrected by the vice-consul that she was incorrect on that point.
Nov 9, 2012, 6:15 pm
#94
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I have applied for Brazilian visas in Cape Town, Milan, Sydney (multiple times) and Buenos Aires (3 times) and your description certainly fits the woman who handles the applications in BA. At the other 3 consulates the functionaries have been friendly, helpful and efficient. Maybe the further away from Brazil you apply the better. If that is the case I wouldn't want to try the consulate in Puerto Iguazu although I have heard that it is quite laid back.
Nov 11, 2012, 9:28 am
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I still believe that you must still show a return flight (the intent being to eliminate people that plan on overstaying their Visa.) Yes, you could buy a fully refundable ticket, obtain the Visa, then cancel the flight. However, I would assume that 99.5% of people that are applying for a Brasilian Visa intend to travel there in the very near future. Just like maybe .01% or so with a return flight skip the return flight and remain in Brasil beyond the 180 days.
Nov 11, 2012, 10:52 am
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You are asking, I assume, mostly people here who hold U.S. or Canadian (or perhaps UK or OZ) passports. Since visa rules vary even among Brazilian Consulates in the U.S., conditions for Indian passport holders undoubtedly are quite different and any advice here might not be applicable. I suspect the Brazilian government has concerns about poor Indians trying to settle/work illegally in Brazil (and from the number of marriages of convenience discussed on one other forum, a legitimate one). Talk directly to the Embassy/Consulate in India.
However, on other forums, there are frequent questions from (mostly) young backpackers who intend to leave Brazil by bus at some unspecified date. The site of the Brazilian Embassy/Consulate in Australia apparently has a form that deals with this situation.
However, on other forums, there are frequent questions from (mostly) young backpackers who intend to leave Brazil by bus at some unspecified date. The site of the Brazilian Embassy/Consulate in Australia apparently has a form that deals with this situation.
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Nov 11, 2012, 3:39 pm
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What does the form try to do for these people?
Nov 11, 2012, 7:22 pm
#98
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The form apparently has space to describe tha facts about a trip that does not include an air reservation for leaving Brazil. I understand that people are using it if they do not yet have a confirmed reservation to leave Brazil at the time they apply for a tourist visa. I suggest that you call the Brazilian Embassy/Consulate if you still have questions.
I believe this is the form in question:
http://sistemas.mre.gov.br/kitweb/da...0departure.pdf
I believe this is the form in question:
http://sistemas.mre.gov.br/kitweb/da...0departure.pdf
Nov 11, 2012, 7:52 pm
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It has apparently being designed by the Sydnei Consulate and may or may not be accepted by other Consulates, who may or may not have slight differing models, given the lack of consistency at Brazilian government offices.
Nov 14, 2012, 5:26 am
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Nov 14, 2012, 11:49 am
#101
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SoCal;
We just returned from a trip to Brasil, running in to a couple we knew that lives in your state/country that was also planning to retire in Ubatuba, where they own property.
The joke they said is that they have to return back to USA for another 10 year Res Perm Visa extension, as they must continue working in California. This is due to the fact that they can't afford to retire in Brasil, at the moment due to the high prices.
In 17 years we never ran into North Americans in Ceara, specifically Fortaleza. Suddenly in Porto Das Dunas on the main road, there is a large restaurant with equally large signs stating " Brasil/USA. " Intrigued, we stopped to enjoy the ocean view over a Caipirinha, and spoke with the owner who is from the Eastern Coast. Nice chap with Res Perm, who seems quite happy to be there at the moment, and he is pouring in a huge amount to invest in the region.
His prices would be at home in Genève, or Zürich, but that is of course the nature of things in Brasil at the moment, given the continually strong economy.
By the time we left it was getting dark, we went up the road to look at our new property development. No problem returning later as the " Brasil/USA " neon signs lighted the area for many Km, as though it were a new form of the Farol.
We just returned from a trip to Brasil, running in to a couple we knew that lives in your state/country that was also planning to retire in Ubatuba, where they own property.
The joke they said is that they have to return back to USA for another 10 year Res Perm Visa extension, as they must continue working in California. This is due to the fact that they can't afford to retire in Brasil, at the moment due to the high prices.
In 17 years we never ran into North Americans in Ceara, specifically Fortaleza. Suddenly in Porto Das Dunas on the main road, there is a large restaurant with equally large signs stating " Brasil/USA. " Intrigued, we stopped to enjoy the ocean view over a Caipirinha, and spoke with the owner who is from the Eastern Coast. Nice chap with Res Perm, who seems quite happy to be there at the moment, and he is pouring in a huge amount to invest in the region.
His prices would be at home in Genève, or Zürich, but that is of course the nature of things in Brasil at the moment, given the continually strong economy.
By the time we left it was getting dark, we went up the road to look at our new property development. No problem returning later as the " Brasil/USA " neon signs lighted the area for many Km, as though it were a new form of the Farol.
Jan 27, 2013, 2:10 am
#102
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I'm from the US, so I'd have to pay US$160 for a tourist visa. Copy that.
Additionally, I'd like to go to Foz do Iguassu, at least the Brasilian and Argentine sides (and maybe even the Paraguayan one...).
Instead of applying for the visa (I'm currently away from my home jurisdiction), is it worth it to just pay for a helicopter ride from the Argentinian side instead? I've never been in a helicopter, so it would be a bonus.
Thanks,
BmB
Additionally, I'd like to go to Foz do Iguassu, at least the Brasilian and Argentine sides (and maybe even the Paraguayan one...).
Instead of applying for the visa (I'm currently away from my home jurisdiction), is it worth it to just pay for a helicopter ride from the Argentinian side instead? I've never been in a helicopter, so it would be a bonus.
Thanks,
BmB
Jan 27, 2013, 7:40 am
#103
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The only helipad I remember was near the entrance to the Brazilian side of the park.
You can get a visa for Brazil in the town of Puerto Iguazu, but it might be for 30 days, instead of 10 year multi-entry, for the same fee, and there is a short wait.
You are aware that you as a US passport holder also need to pay a fee, in advance, to enter Argentina these days?
You can get a visa for Brazil in the town of Puerto Iguazu, but it might be for 30 days, instead of 10 year multi-entry, for the same fee, and there is a short wait.
You are aware that you as a US passport holder also need to pay a fee, in advance, to enter Argentina these days?
Mar 4, 2013, 1:59 pm
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In case anyone needs a data point for a visa service, I just used A Briggs for mine. They were one of the cheapest. It was very smooth and fairly quick. It seems like they did not delay at all, submitting my passport and application the same day they received it and sending it back as soon as the consulate had processed it. I'd definitely use them again.
Mar 4, 2013, 4:52 pm
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My reference should have been about cash purchases, not total purchases. These two reports are anecdotal. My source was a large Miami real estate broker who reported that to me as we were closing a deal, saying that half their all cash deals are to Brazilians, adding taht many of them have Green Cards or US citizenship as well:
http://rockcenter.nbcnews.com/_news/...#axzz2MesDuXjd
The broader market:
http://www.floridarealtors.org/Resea...st-24-2012.pdf
Brazilians accounted for 9% of foreign buyers in the State of Florida.
Now for retailing. My source is proprietary, from work I did with a major retailer in late 2011. Their stores in Dadeland, Aventura and Bal Harbour each had more tahn 50% of their sales by dollar value to Brazilians identified by international shoppers cards, credit card billing address or specific coding on customer records. Their executives believe that other mid to high end retailers in South Florida have similar totals. These sales take place during very concentrated periods and include many seemingly bulk sales. I cannot state the source for this information.
For stores outside those key areas their influence is negligible, but Orlando and New York city also have high percentages, but much lower.
Last edited by jbcarioca; Mar 5, 2013 at 3:14 am