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VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR BRAZIL

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Written by:Claire

Last Update: 2024-12-05

Passport validity

Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into Brazil.

Brazil Visa Stamp

Visas

British and USA nationals can normally enter Brazil without a visa as a tourist. You are usually given 90 days on entrance to Brazil. Ensure you comply with Brazilian immigration laws on arrival in the country. You must satisfy the Federal Police (the Brazilian immigration authority) of the purpose of your visit. You will need to demonstrate that you have enough money for the duration of your stay, provide de-tails of your accommodation and evidence of return or onward travel. Make sure your passport is stamped. If it is not, you may be fined on departure.

If you wish to extend your stay in Brazil, you should apply to the Federal Police for an extension. If you overstay, you are likely to be given notice to leave the country at your own expense and you may be fined or deported.

Brazil Entrance Stamp

Dual nationality

The Brazilian immigration authorities often require dual British/Brazilian nationals visiting Brazil to travel on Brazilian (rather than British) passports.

Travelling with children

There are additional requirements for dual nationality people under 18 entering or transiting through Brazil without their parents or legal guardian, or travelling with one parent only. These requirements don’t usually apply to foreign nationals, but as a precaution and to avoid any possible delays. We advise to bring a letter of authorisation to travel from any parent(s) not travelling. This applies particularly to children with a Brazilian parent, even if the child only holds a foreign passport.

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Yellow Fever certificate requirements

Check whether you need a yellow fever certificate by visiting the National Travel Health Network. This usually depends on the areas you will be visiting.