About Brazil eVisa
Everything you need to know about Brazil's electronic visa system, requirements, and application process.
Begin Your Brazil eVisa ApplicationWhat is Brazil eVisa?
The Brazil eVisa is an electronic visa system that allows citizens from Australia, Canada, and the United States to apply for a Brazilian visa online without visiting a consulate or embassy.
Key Features
- Completely online application process
- Extension Available up to 90 Days
- Digital visa delivered via email
- Valid for multiple entries
Important Dates
- Effective Date: April 10, 2025
- Processing Time: Average 6-9 Working Days
- Validity: From issue date
- Stay Duration: Up to 90 days per year
Types of Brazil eVisa
Brazil offers eVisa for specific purposes under the VIVIS (Visitor Visa) category
Tourism eVisa (VIVIS)
The tourism eVisa is designed for travelers visiting Brazil for leisure, recreational, or personal purposes.
Eligible Activities:
- Sightseeing and tourism
- Visiting family and friends
- Cultural and educational trips
- Recreational activities
- Informative travel
- Leisure activities
Business eVisa (VIVIS)
The business eVisa is for travelers conducting business activities in Brazil without engaging in paid work.
Eligible Activities:
- Attending meetings and conferences
- Trade fairs and business events
- Exploring commercial opportunities
- Signing contracts
- Business auditing
- Consulting activities
Transit eVisa (VIVIS)
The transit eVisa is for passengers using Brazil as a connecting point to another destination.
Eligible Activities:
- Transit through Brazil to a third country
- Airport changes or overnight layovers
- Short stopovers with immigration clearance
Important Restrictions
- No paid activities or employment allowed
- A passport validity of at least 6 months is mandatory
- Only ordinary passport holders can apply for the eVisa
- Stay extensions are not automatic and require Federal Police approval
- Printed eVisa (PDF) must be presented at the airport entry
- Overstaying may result in fines or penalties
- All documents submitted for the application must be in English or accompanied by an official English translation.
- Visa conditions must be complied with at all times during the stay
Document Requirements
The following documents are mandatory for the Brazil eVisa application and are required regardless of the eVisa type selected.
- Valid Passport Bio Page Scan
- Digital Applicant Photograph
Note: Minors have additional requirements. Applicants must review the details of all documents required for a Brazil eVisa before applying.
Additional Information
Processing Time
- Standard Processing takes 6-9 Working Days
- Rush Processing takes 4-7 Working Days
- Super-Rush Processing takes 3-5 Working Days
Rush and super-rush processing require applicants to pay an additional cost
Application Rejection Handling
- Applicants are notified if the application is refused.
- Rejected applications cannot be corrected or reopened.
- A new application must be submitted to apply again.
Consistency of Information
- Information must be uniform across all submitted documents
- Passport and personal details must match exactly
- Discrepancies may affect boarding or entry decisions
Application Process
Step-by-step guide to applying for your Brazil eVisa
Complete Application
- Provide the correct passport and travel details in the application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Review all information carefully
- Submit the application
Pay Application Fee
- A credit/debit card or PayPal can be used to pay the visa fee
- Ensure the card or account allows international transactions
- Receive payment confirmation
- Keep the receipt safe
Receive & Download
- Wait for processing to complete
- Receive approval notification
- Review validity, stay limits, and entry details of the approved eVisa.
- Download the eVisa
- Print for travel
Travel Tips & Important Information
At the Airport
Required documents for entry:
- Valid passport (same used for eVisa application)
- Printed copy of your eVisa PDF
- Return/onward ticket (may be requested)
- Proof of accommodation (may be requested)
Important: Keeping all required documents will ensure a smooth entry at the port of entry.
Timing & Validity
- Apply early: Apply atleast a week before travel
- Validity period: Starts from the issue date
- Entry window: Can enter anytime during validity
- No pause:Validity continues even if not used
- Passport linkage:Visa is valid only with the passport used for the application
Tip: The eVisa validity period may differ from your authorized stay duration.
Frequently Asked Questions
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