Find the right Brazil Visa for your trip with price, requirements, and application time

Visa application form. Important note: Please upload or sent us the required documents/requirements below electronically for the generation of your application form.

Please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. Upload a clear scan of your passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity. Passport MUST contain at least two blank visa pages in order for the visa to be issued.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the country of residence such as a resident card, work, or study permit. VisaHQ cannot assist US B1/B2 visa holders at this time.

Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip (showing date of entrance into and exit from Brazil). The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

Business Support Letter. Soft copy required. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Brazil", and signed by a senior manager (The original signature must be on the letter). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Brazil.
• State the expected duration of the visit and the periodicity of any future trips.
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
• State that the goal of the visa applicant's trip to Brazil is strictly for business meetings not involving any technical assistance or training.

Furthermore, the sending company shall specifically attest to each of the following statements:
• The visa applicant will maintain his or her residency in the United States.
• The visa applicant's trip to Brazil is of a short-term nature.
• The visa applicant has no intention to immigrate to Brazil and will not exceed the legally authorized stay per visit.

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Health declaration E-form (questions to this form are included at the end of visa questionnaire). All passengers traveling to Brazil MUST complete Health declaration form within the 72 hours prior to the flight. The proof of the filled out form will need to be presented at control points.
We fill out this from on behalf of you and will send along with your visa itself.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the country of residence such as a resident card, work, or study permit. VisaHQ cannot assist US B1/B2 visa holders at this time.

Background Check. Must be issued within the last 3 months (request may be submitted to an FBI-approved Channeler).

Birth certificate. Must be issued within the last 3 months (request may be submitted to an FBI-approved Channeler) and showing full names of applicant's mother and father (translated into English or Portuguese with the appropriate Certification by Translator.)

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Health declaration E-form (questions to this form are included at the end of visa questionnaire). All passengers traveling to Brazil MUST complete Health declaration form within the 72 hours prior to the flight. The proof of the filled out form will need to be presented at control points.
We fill out this from on behalf of you and will send along with your visa itself.

Notarized proof of status. A notarized copy of immigration status in the country of residence such as a resident card, work, or study permit. Notarization instructions can be found here. VisaHQ cannot assist US B1/B2 visa holders at this time.

Enrollment Letter. ORIGINAL acceptance letter from the Brazilian college or university indicating the type and duration of studies. Notarization must be done by a Cartório in Brazil. The Brazilian educational institution must be registered with the Ministry of Education in Brazil.
Students enrolling in short-term language or technical classes, must also provide a copy of the educational institution's registration with the Cadastro Nacional de Pessoas Juridicas (CNPJ).
Notarization instructions can be found here.

Background Check. Must be issued within the last 3 months (request may be submitted to an FBI-approved Channeler).

Birth certificate. Original of Birth Certificate of children below 18 years ( translated in English).

Proof of Sufficient Funds. Proof of adequate funds for the duration of applicant’s stay in Brazil

Visa application form. Important note: Please upload or sent us the required documents/requirements below electronically for the generation of your application form.

Please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. Upload a clear scan of your passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity. Passport MUST contain at least two blank visa pages in order for the visa to be issued.

Passport-type photograph. Passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months.

Conference invitation. If attending a conference or seminar, a letter of invitation from the organization in Brazil which is hosting the event and a day-by-day itinerary of the event.

Bank statement. A copy of the applicant's last 3 monthly bank statements showing proof of sufficient funds. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balance of the account, and the date of the statement.

Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature and date.

Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip (showing date of entrance into and exit from Brazil). The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

Declaration form. The form is available here

Visa application form. Important note: Please upload or sent us the required documents/requirements below electronically for the generation of your application form.

Please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. Upload a clear scan of your passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity. Passport MUST contain at least two blank visa pages in order for the visa to be issued.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip (showing date of entrance into and exit from Brazil). The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

Business Support Letter. Soft copy required. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Brazil", and signed by a senior manager (The original signature must be on the letter). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Brazil.
• State the expected duration of the visit and the periodicity of any future trips.
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
• State that the goal of the visa applicant's trip to Brazil is strictly for business meetings not involving any technical assistance or training.

Furthermore, the sending company shall specifically attest to each of the following statements:
• The visa applicant will maintain his or her residency in the United States.
• The visa applicant's trip to Brazil is of a short-term nature.
• The visa applicant has no intention to immigrate to Brazil and will not exceed the legally authorized stay per visit.

Declaration form. The form is available here

Passport copy. Copy of a machine-readable passport valid for at least 30 days from the arrival date, preferable beyond the return date.

Passport-type photograph. Must be uploaded to your applicant profile.

Passport copy. Copy of a machine-readable passport valid for at least 30 days from the arrival date, preferable beyond the return date.

Passport-type photograph. Must be uploaded to your applicant profile.

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

Original passport. Official passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State addressed to the "Embassy of Brazil, Washington D.C. ", giving a detailed description of the purpose of travel, the names and addresses of any organizations to be visited, and the dates of the trip. The letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number and should have a statement confirming that the US Embassy in Brazil will take full responsibility for the applicant.

OR

A Diplomatic Note from the Diplomatic Mission, Brazilian Government Agency, or International Organization in Brazil, requesting the visa, addressed to the Division of Immigration.

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the country of residence such as a resident card, work, or study permit. VisaHQ cannot assist US B1/B2 visa holders at this time.

Background Check. Original document issued by the FBI within the past 60 days containing sufficient info on the applicant (full name, address, date of birth, SSN, ID type, etc.) and showing a non-criminal record.

Birth certificate. A copy of birth certificate or any other official document that shows the applicant's parents’ full names. This same document will be needed later in Brazil at the moment the applicant completes their registration at Brazilian Federal Police Department(required within 30 days of arrival).

Invitation letter. Letter from Brazilian academic or research institution, explaining applicant’s research activities in Brazil.

Authorization Letter. Copy of the Diário Oficial da União in which the applicant’s authorization from the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia, Inovações e Comunicações(MCTIC) is published.

Visa application form. Important note: Please upload or sent us the required documents/requirements below electronically for the generation of your application form.

Please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. Upload a clear scan of your passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity. Passport MUST contain at least two blank visa pages in order for the visa to be issued.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Itinerary. A copy of complete round trip tickets or a letter signed by a travel agent.
If you will be entering and/or exiting Brazil by LAND please submit:
Ticketed flight itinerary showing flights into and out of the region.
A letter addressed to the "Consulate of Brazil, Visa Section" explaining exactly how, when, and where you will be entering and leaving Brazil.
A copy of your most recent monthly bank statement.
If you will be entering and/or exiting Brazil by SEA please submit:
Official receipt or boarding pass from the Cruise line listing the applicant as a passenger and showing that the balance has been paid in full.
Official daily port itinerary from the cruise line listing the applicant as a passenger and showing the port location for each day of the cruise.

Bank statement. A copy of the applicant's last 3 monthly bank statements showing proof of sufficient funds. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balance of the account, and the date of the statement.

Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation. If staying with friends or family, a signed letter of invitation from the host in the destination country. The letter should be addressed to the Embassy of the destination country, Visa Section and should state the relationship to the applicant, the dates of the visit, and the address and phone number where you will be staying. Please provide a copy of the inviting party's ID.

Business Support Letter. Hard copy required. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Brazil", and signed by a senior manager (The original signature must be on the letter). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Brazil.
• State the expected duration of the visit and the periodicity of any future trips.
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
• State that the goal of the visa applicant's trip to Brazil is strictly for business meetings not involving any technical assistance or training.

Furthermore, the sending company shall specifically attest to each of the following statements:
• The visa applicant will maintain his or her residency in the United States.
• The visa applicant's trip to Brazil is of a short-term nature.
• The visa applicant has no intention to immigrate to Brazil and will not exceed the legally authorized stay per visit.

Additionally, visa applicants will need to submit a letter on company letterhead from their U.S. company explaining the purpose of their trip and providing a financial guarantee. The letter must bear an original pen-to-paper signature of a company representative other than the applicant, and must state the purpose of the trip as crew members and list the dates of travel. Included in this letter must be the phrase “No technical assistance will be provided.”

Invitation Letter. Soft copy acceptable. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in Brazil written in Portuguese. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Brazil", and signed by a senior manager. The letter should state:
• The job description and job position of the contact person in Brazil.
• A description of the intended activities of the applicant in Brazil (sales, purchases, coordination, auditing, etc).
Not required for Flight Crew personnel.

Birth certificate. Original birth certificate (showing full names of applicant's mother and father) translated into English or Portuguese with the appropriate Certification by Translator.

Proof of Employment. A letter from your employer stating your current employment status.

Declaration form. The form is available here

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the country of residence such as a resident card, work, or study permit. VisaHQ cannot assist US B1/B2 visa holders at this time.

Itinerary. A copy of complete round trip tickets or a letter signed by a travel agent.

Bank statement. A copy of the applicant's last 3 monthly bank statements showing proof of sufficient funds. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balance of the account, and the date of the statement.

Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation. If staying with friends or family, a signed letter of invitation from the host in the destination country. The letter should be addressed to the Embassy of the destination country, Visa Section and should state the relationship to the applicant, the dates of the visit, and the address and phone number where you will be staying. Please provide a copy of the inviting party's ID.

Resume. A copy of the applicant's current resume.

Background Check. Original document issued by the FBI within the past 60 days containing sufficient info on the applicant (full name, address, date of birth, SSN, ID type, etc.) and showing a non-criminal record.

Police report. Original police report or Certificate of Good Conduct from the applicant's local police station.

Birth certificate. A copy of birth certificate or any other official document that shows the applicant's parents’ full names. This same document will be needed later in Brazil at the moment the applicant completes their registration at Brazilian Federal Police Department(required within 30 days of arrival).

Authorization Letter. A legal authorization from Headquarters of the Religious Institution abroad, conferring powers to its representative in Brazil to accept the conditions under which said Institution will be allowed to function in the country.

Ordination certificate. Notarized copy of applicant’s ordination certificate and/or diploma and school transcript for theological studies.

Letter of guarantee. Drawn at a "Cartório" by the religious or missionary organization in Brazil, guaranteeing the maintenance of the applicant and his/her family in Brazil and their repatriation at term.

Additional documents. Charter and bylaws of the religious or missionary organization in Brazil;
Minutes of Constitutions. A certified copy of the minutes of the Board of Directors General Assembly (Ata de Constituição) that created the institution and authorized its operations in Brazil;
Statement of commitment. Signed statement of commitment that the applicant will not engage in any activity in Indian areas without the proper authorization by FUNAI - National Indian Foundation (notarized document plus one copy);
Documents of Immediate Family Members. Marriage certificate, birth certificate, or other official dependency document for spouse/ children/dependents and other immediate family members, as applicable. This document must be legalized by the Consulate or Embassy of Brazil.

Proof of Employment. A letter from your employer stating your current employment status.

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the country of residence such as a resident card, work, or study permit. VisaHQ cannot assist US B1/B2 visa holders at this time.

Business Support Letter. A letter from the sending organization, containing the following information in order
• Full name (first/middle/last).
• Passport Number.
• Official title.
• Name of Government Department/Agency/Organization.
• Point of contact in the United States.
• Date of departure from the United States.
• Date of arrival in Brazil.
• City of arrival in Brazil.
• Cities to be visited.
• Duration of stay in Brazil.
• A detailed explanation of the purpose of the trip.
• Point of contact in Brazil and contact information.

Bank statement. A copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.

Proof of Employment. Stating applicant's occupation, name and address of employer, etc.

Birth certificate. Original birth certificate (showing full name of applicant's mother and father) translated into English or Portuguese with the appropriate Certification by Translator.

Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Health declaration E-form (questions to this form are included at the end of visa questionnaire). All passengers traveling to complete Health declaration form within the 72 hours prior to the flight. The proof of the filled out form will need to be presented at control points.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the country of residence such as a resident card, work, or study permit. VisaHQ cannot assist US B1/B2 visa holders at this time.

Birth certificate. Original birth certificate (showing full names of applicant's mother and farther) translated into English or Portuguese with the appropriate Certification by Translator.

Background Check. Must be issued within the last 3 months (request may be submitted to an FBI-approved Channeler).

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the country of residence such as a resident card, work, or study permit. VisaHQ cannot assist US B1/B2 visa holders at this time.

Birth certificate. A copy of birth certificate or any other official document that shows the applicant's parents’ full names. This same document will be needed later in Brazil at the moment the applicant completes their registration at Brazilian Federal Police Department(required within 30 days of arrival).

Business Support Letter. Hard copy required. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Brazil", and signed by a senior manager (The original signature must be on the letter). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Brazil.
• State the expected duration of the visit and the periodicity of any future trips.
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
• State that the goal of the visa applicant's trip to Brazil is strictly for business meetings not involving any technical assistance or training.

Furthermore, the sending company shall specifically attest to each of the following statements:
• The visa applicant will maintain his or her residency in the United States.
• The visa applicant's trip to Brazil is of a short-term nature.
• The visa applicant has no intention to immigrate to Brazil and will not exceed the legally authorized stay per visit.

Invitation letter. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of destination country}, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in destination country.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).The invitee should also accepting full immigration responsibilities.
Please note that inviter's signature in the invitation letter should be the same as per their passport (not short or different signature).

Business registration. A copy of the host organization's Certificate of Incorporation or business registration in the country of destination.

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Health declaration E-form (questions to this form are included at the end of visa questionnaire). All passengers traveling to Brazil MUST complete Health declaration form within the 72 hours prior to the flight. The proof of the filled out form will need to be presented at control points.
We fill out this from on behalf of you and will send along with your visa itself.

Enrollment Letter. ORIGINAL acceptance letter from the Brazilian college or university indicating the type and duration of studies. Notarization must be done by a Cartório in Brazil. The Brazilian educational institution must be registered with the Ministry of Education in Brazil.
Students enrolling in short-term language or technical classes, must also provide a copy of the educational institution's registration with the Cadastro Nacional de Pessoas Juridicas (CNPJ).
Notarization instructions can be found here.

Background Check. Must be issued within the last 3 months (request may be submitted to an FBI-approved Channeler).

Birth certificate. Original of Birth Certificate of children below 18 years ( translated in English).

Proof of Sufficient Funds. Proof of adequate funds for the duration of applicant’s stay in Brazil

Declaration form. The form is available here

Mandatory form before entering country. The form you will fill may be checked at the borders of Brazil whether you have filled in this form or not, and If you haven’t filled in the form or made misleading statements, you may face legal and administrative sanctions. Furthermore, you might not be allowed to enter Brazil.

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Health declaration E-form (questions to this form are included at the end of visa questionnaire). All passengers traveling to complete Health declaration form within the 72 hours prior to the flight. The proof of the filled out form will need to be presented at control points.

Birth certificate. Original birth certificate (showing full names of applicant's mother and farther) translated into English or Portuguese with the appropriate Certification by Translator.

Background Check. Must be issued within the last 3 months (request may be submitted to an FBI-approved Channeler).

Declaration form. The form is available here

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Business Support Letter. A letter from the sending organization, containing the following information in order
• Full name (first/middle/last).
• Passport Number.
• Official title.
• Name of Government Department/Agency/Organization.
• Point of contact in the United States.
• Date of departure from the United States.
• Date of arrival in Brazil.
• City of arrival in Brazil.
• Cities to be visited.
• Duration of stay in Brazil.
• A detailed explanation of the purpose of the trip.
• Point of contact in Brazil and contact information.

Bank statement. A copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.

Proof of Employment. Stating applicant's occupation, name and address of employer, etc.

Birth certificate. Original birth certificate (showing full name of applicant's mother and father) translated into English or Portuguese with the appropriate Certification by Translator.

Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

Declaration form. The form is available here

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Itinerary. A copy of complete round trip tickets or a letter signed by a travel agent.

Bank statement. A copy of the applicant's last 3 monthly bank statements showing proof of sufficient funds. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balance of the account, and the date of the statement.

Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation. If staying with friends or family, a signed letter of invitation from the host in the destination country. The letter should be addressed to the Embassy of the destination country, Visa Section and should state the relationship to the applicant, the dates of the visit, and the address and phone number where you will be staying. Please provide a copy of the inviting party's ID.

Resume. A copy of the applicant's current resume.

Background Check. Original document issued by the FBI within the past 60 days containing sufficient info on the applicant (full name, address, date of birth, SSN, ID type, etc.) and showing a non-criminal record.

Police report. Original police report or Certificate of Good Conduct from the applicant's local police station.

Birth certificate. A copy of birth certificate or any other official document that shows the applicant's parents’ full names. This same document will be needed later in Brazil at the moment the applicant completes their registration at Brazilian Federal Police Department(required within 30 days of arrival).

Authorization Letter. A legal authorization from Headquarters of the Religious Institution abroad, conferring powers to its representative in Brazil to accept the conditions under which said Institution will be allowed to function in the country.

Ordination certificate. Notarized copy of applicant’s ordination certificate and/or diploma and school transcript for theological studies.

Letter of guarantee. Drawn at a "Cartório" by the religious or missionary organization in Brazil, guaranteeing the maintenance of the applicant and his/her family in Brazil and their repatriation at term.

Additional documents. Charter and bylaws of the religious or missionary organization in Brazil;
Minutes of Constitutions. A certified copy of the minutes of the Board of Directors General Assembly (Ata de Constituição) that created the institution and authorized its operations in Brazil;
Statement of commitment. Signed statement of commitment that the applicant will not engage in any activity in Indian areas without the proper authorization by FUNAI - National Indian Foundation (notarized document plus one copy);
Documents of Immediate Family Members. Marriage certificate, birth certificate, or other official dependency document for spouse/ children/dependents and other immediate family members, as applicable. This document must be legalized by the Consulate or Embassy of Brazil.

Proof of Employment. A letter from your employer stating your current employment status.

Declaration form. The form is available here

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

Original passport. Official passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State addressed to the "Embassy of Brazil, Washington D.C. ", giving a detailed description of the purpose of travel, the names and addresses of any organizations to be visited, and the dates of the trip. The letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number and should have a statement confirming that the US Embassy in Brazil will take full responsibility for the applicant.

OR

A Diplomatic Note from the Diplomatic Mission, Brazilian Government Agency, or International Organization in Brazil, requesting the visa, addressed to the Division of Immigration.

Declaration form. The form is available here

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months.

Background Check. Original document issued by the FBI within the past 60 days containing sufficient info on the applicant (full name, address, date of birth, SSN, ID type, etc.) and showing a non-criminal record.

Birth certificate. A copy of birth certificate or any other official document that shows the applicant's parents’ full names. This same document will be needed later in Brazil at the moment the applicant completes their registration at Brazilian Federal Police Department(required within 30 days of arrival).

Invitation letter. Letter from Brazilian academic or research institution, explaining applicant’s research activities in Brazil.

Authorization Letter. Copy of the Diário Oficial da União in which the applicant’s authorization from the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia, Inovações e Comunicações(MCTIC) is published.

Declaration form. The form is available here

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months.

Birth certificate. A copy of birth certificate or any other official document that shows the applicant's parents’ full names. This same document will be needed later in Brazil at the moment the applicant completes their registration at Brazilian Federal Police Department(required within 30 days of arrival).

Business Support Letter. Hard copy required. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Brazil", and signed by a senior manager (The original signature must be on the letter). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Brazil.
• State the expected duration of the visit and the periodicity of any future trips.
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
• State that the goal of the visa applicant's trip to Brazil is strictly for business meetings not involving any technical assistance or training.

Furthermore, the sending company shall specifically attest to each of the following statements:
• The visa applicant will maintain his or her residency in the United States.
• The visa applicant's trip to Brazil is of a short-term nature.
• The visa applicant has no intention to immigrate to Brazil and will not exceed the legally authorized stay per visit.

Invitation letter. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of destination country}, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in destination country.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).The invitee should also accepting full immigration responsibilities.
Please note that inviter's signature in the invitation letter should be the same as per their passport (not short or different signature).

Business registration. A copy of the host organization's Certificate of Incorporation or business registration in the country of destination.

Declaration form. The form is available here

Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

• Scanned copy of passport

Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Health declaration E-form (questions to this form are included at the end of visa questionnaire). All passengers traveling to Brazil MUST complete Health declaration form within the 72 hours prior to the flight. The proof of the filled out form will need to be presented at control points.
We fill out this from on behalf of you and will send along with your visa itself.

Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

Background Check. Must be issued within the last 3 months (request may be submitted to an FBI-approved Channeler).

Birth certificate. Must be issued within the last 3 months (request may be submitted to an FBI-approved Channeler) and showing full names of applicant's mother and father (translated into English or Portuguese with the appropriate Certification by Translator.)

Declaration form. The form is available here