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3 routes
Visit
Short stays: tourism, transit, business trips, medical, pilgrimage.
Tourist Visa
Brazil eVisa (Visit Visa for US/CA/AU nationals)
Electronic visit visa required since 10 April 2025 for citizens of the United States, Canada and Australia, issued only via the official VFS eVisa portal for US$80.90. Multiple-entry, valid 10 years for US passport holders and 5 years for Canadians and Australians (capped at passport validity); each stay is up to 90 days, extendable to a maximum of 180 days per 12-month period. Covers tourism, business meetings and transit; no work allowed.
Valid passportPassport from the US, Canada or Australia, valid for the intended stay (eVisa validity is capped at passport expiry).How to get it ↓
Digital passport photoRecent passport-style photograph uploaded to the portal.How to get it ↓
Passport bio page scanClear scan/photo of the passport biographical data page.How to get it ↓
Proof of fundsBank statement or equivalent showing means of subsistence for the stay.How to get it ↓
Return or onward ticketOptionalEvidence of intent to leave Brazil within the permitted stay.How to get it ↓
Fee paymentUS$80.90 paid online by card on the official portal.How to get it ↓
Business Visitor Visa
Brazil Visit Visa (VIVIS) - consular
Consular visit visa for nationals not visa-exempt and not covered by the eVisa, valid for tourism, business meetings, transit, short volunteering, conferences and unpaid short activities. Stay is up to 90 days, extendable by the Federal Police to a total of 180 days per migratory year. Fees follow reciprocity tables and vary by nationality; no employment or paid local activity is permitted.
Service fee
$160
Processing time
10 days
Max stay
90 days
Document checklist (6)
Valid passportValid at least 6 months with blank pages.How to get it ↓
Online application formCompleted e-consular/Formulário de Solicitação de Visto with delivery receipt.How to get it ↓
Passport photoRecent 3x4 or 2x2in photo, white background.How to get it ↓
Proof of means of subsistenceBank statements or sponsor letter covering the stay.How to get it ↓
Travel itinerary / return ticketRound-trip booking or onward travel evidence.How to get it ↓
Business invitation letterOptionalFor business visits: letter from the Brazilian host company stating purpose and dates.How to get it ↓
Medical Treatment Visa
Brazil Health Treatment Visa (VITEM II)
Temporary visa for foreigners coming to Brazil for medical treatment lasting over 90 days, and for an accompanying person/carer. Applicants must prove sufficient funds to cover treatment and living costs, or coverage by health insurance/Brazilian health system arrangements. Typically issued for up to one year and renewable while treatment continues.
Service fee
$160
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (6)
Valid passportValid 6+ months with blank pages.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted online form with photo.How to get it ↓
Medical report / treatment letterLetter from the Brazilian hospital or doctor confirming the treatment plan and duration.How to get it ↓
Proof of financial meansEvidence of funds or insurance covering treatment and stay for the whole period.How to get it ↓
Health insuranceOptionalInsurance valid in Brazil where funds alone are insufficient.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificateOptionalPolice clearance for applicants over 18 (consulate-dependent).How to get it ↓
Not yet researched
Transit Visa
Pilgrimage Visa
2 routes
Study & Training
Universities, language courses, internships and exchanges.
Student Visa
Brazil Student Visa (VITEM IV)
Temporary visa for study programs longer than 90 days at institutions recognized by the Ministry of Education, including degree courses, language study and exchange. Applicants must show enrollment and financial means (in practice roughly one Brazilian minimum wage per month or a scholarship) plus health insurance. Issued for up to 1 year and renewable in Brazil for the duration of the course; Federal Police registration within 90 days of arrival is mandatory (CRNM card fee approx. R$204.77).
Work: up to 20 h/week
Study: Enrollment at MEC institution
Service fee
$220
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (7)
Valid passportValid 6+ months with two blank pages.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted e-consular form with photo.How to get it ↓
Proof of enrollmentAcceptance/enrollment letter from a MEC-recognized Brazilian institution.How to get it ↓
Proof of financial means or scholarshipBank statements, sponsor affidavit or scholarship covering the course duration.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificatePolice clearance for applicants over 18, issued within 90 days.How to get it ↓
Proof of schooling levelOptionalCertificate/transcript from previous institution.How to get it ↓
Health insurance valid in BrazilCoverage for treatment and hospitalization.How to get it ↓
Internship / Trainee Visa
Brazil Internship Visa (VITEM IV - Estágio)
VITEM IV sub-route for unpaid internships in Brazil, requiring a notarized internship agreement (Termo de Compromisso de Estágio) signed by the intern, the Brazilian host organization and a Brazilian university. Applicants must be enrolled students and show roughly R$2,000 per month in funds (consulate practice); paid work is prohibited. Issued for the internship duration, typically up to 1 year.
Work: up to 20 h/week
Study: Study/training is the purpose
Service fee
R$1,200
Validity
365 days
Min. income / month
R$2,000
Document checklist (6)
Valid passportValid 6+ months with two blank pages.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted online form with photo.How to get it ↓
Internship agreement (Termo de Compromisso de Estágio)Notarized agreement between intern, host entity and a Brazilian university.How to get it ↓
Proof of university enrollmentEnrollment certificate from the home university.How to get it ↓
Proof of financial meansApprox. R$2,000/month in funds or a notarized family sponsorship affidavit.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificateOptionalWhere required by the consulate.How to get it ↓
Not yet researched
Language Course Visa
Exchange Program Visa
4 routes
Work & Self-Employment
Digital nomad, freelance, skilled employment and company transfers.
Digital Nomad Visa
Brazil Digital Nomad Visa (VITEM XIV)
Temporary visa/residence permit for remote workers employed by or contracting with foreign companies, created by CNIg Resolution 45/2021. Requires proof of monthly income of at least US$1,500 from sources outside Brazil or bank savings of at least US$18,000; working for Brazilian employers or clients is prohibited. Granted for 1 year, renewable for one additional year; can also be requested in-country as a residence authorization via the Ministry of Justice.
Work: Remote work for foreign employer
Study: Study permitted
Family: Dependents may be included
Service fee
$220
Validity
365 days
Min. income / month
$1,500
Document checklist (8)
Valid passportValid 6+ months with at least two blank pages.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted e-consular online application with photo.How to get it ↓
Declaration of digital nomad statusStatement attesting ability to perform the work remotely using information and communication technologies.How to get it ↓
Employment/service contract with foreign entityContract or equivalent proving the employment or service relationship with a foreign employer/clients.How to get it ↓
Proof of income or savingsEvidence of monthly income of US$1,500+ from foreign sources (6 months of bank statements or tax return) or US$18,000+ in savings.How to get it ↓
Health insurance valid in BrazilCoverage for the entire period of stay.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificatePolice clearance from country of residence, apostilled.How to get it ↓
Birth certificate / civil status proofOptionalRequired by some consulates for registration purposes.How to get it ↓
Startup / Entrepreneur Visa
Brazil Innovation/Startup Investor Residence (RN 13/2017 reduced threshold)
Sub-route of the RN 13/2017 investor framework with a reduced threshold of R$150,000 for investment in innovation, basic/applied research or science-and-technology ventures, including startups supported by accelerators or innovation programs. Initial residence is typically granted for up to 2 years, extendable/convertible to indefinite residence upon proof of job creation or continued activity. Filed with the Ministry of Justice via MigranteWeb before the consular visa is issued.
Residence authorization applicationFiled via MigranteWeb.How to get it ↓
Proof of R$150,000+ investmentExchange/Central Bank registration of foreign capital into the innovative venture.How to get it ↓
Evidence of innovative characterProof the company operates in innovation/tech (e.g. accelerator, incubator, government innovation program participation).How to get it ↓
Business planPlan showing growth potential and job/income generation.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificateApostilled police clearance.How to get it ↓
Skilled Work Visa
Brazil Work Visa (VITEM V - employment contract)
Employer-sponsored temporary work visa: the Brazilian company files for prior residence authorization with the Ministry of Justice/Labor before the consulate issues the visa. Applicants must hold a university degree plus 1 year of experience, or 9 years of schooling plus 2 years of experience, or a postgraduate degree. Granted for up to 2 years, renewable for 2 more or convertible to residence for an indefinite term; holder must register with the Federal Police within 90 days of arrival.
Work: Employer-tied employment contract
Study: Study permitted
Residency after 4 years
Family: Family reunion allowed
Service fee
$220
Validity
730 days
Document checklist (7)
Prior residence/work authorizationApproval published by the Ministry of Justice and Public Security, obtained by the sponsoring employer.How to get it ↓
Valid passportValid 6+ months with two blank pages.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted e-consular application with photo.How to get it ↓
Employment contractSigned contract with the Brazilian employer.How to get it ↓
Proof of qualificationsDiplomas and employment letters matching the role's degree/experience requirements.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificateApostilled police clearance issued within 90 days.How to get it ↓
Birth/marriage certificatesOptionalFor dependants and Federal Police registration.How to get it ↓
Intra-Company Transfer Visa
Brazil Technical Assistance Visa (VITEM V - RN 03/2017)
Visa for foreign professionals sent to provide technical assistance or technology transfer to a Brazilian company under a contract between the foreign and Brazilian entities, with no Brazilian employment relationship. The Brazilian company obtains prior authorization; regular authorizations allow stays up to 1 year, while simplified/emergency tracks allow up to 180 days per year with 2-5 day processing. Administrative, financial and managerial activities are excluded.
Work: Technical assistance per RN 03/2017
Study: Study permitted
Family: Family reunion allowed
Service fee
$270
Max stay
365 days
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (6)
Prior authorization from Ministry of Labor/JusticeObtained in Brazil by the sponsoring company.How to get it ↓
Valid passportValid 6+ months with blank pages.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted online with photo.How to get it ↓
Technical assistance contractContract or agreement between the foreign employer and the Brazilian company.How to get it ↓
Proof of professional qualificationEvidence the applicant is qualified for the technical service.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificateOptionalWhere required by the consulate.How to get it ↓
Not yet researched
Freelancer Visa
Self-Employment Visa
Seasonal Work Visa
2 routes
Invest & Capital
Golden visas, real estate, citizenship by investment, passive income.
Residence by Real Estate
Brazil Residence Permit by Real Estate Investment
Residence permit under Normative Resolution 36/2018 for foreigners buying urban real estate worth at least R$1,000,000, reduced to R$700,000 for property in the North and Northeast regions; multiple properties can be combined and properties under construction qualify. Initial residence is granted for 2 years and converts to residence for an indefinite term upon proof the property is still owned. Application is made via MigranteWeb in Brazil or as a VITEM XIV-type consular visa abroad.
Property deed / registrationDefinitive deed registered at the Real Estate Registry (Registro Geral de Imóveis) showing value of R$1M+ (or R$700k+ in N/NE).How to get it ↓
Proof of foreign funds transferExchange contracts/Central Bank registration showing funds entered Brazil as foreign investment.How to get it ↓
Property valuation evidenceMunicipal valuation or purchase documents establishing the property value.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificateApostilled police clearance from country of origin/residence.How to get it ↓
Civil status documentsOptionalApostilled birth/marriage certificates with sworn translation.How to get it ↓
Business Investor Visa
Brazil Investor Visa (VITEM IX - Company Investment)
Residence authorization under Normative Resolution 13/2017 for foreigners investing at least R$500,000 of foreign capital into a new or existing Brazilian company, with a business plan showing job/income generation. Residence is granted with an indefinite horizon conditional on maintaining the investment, and the process is filed with the Ministry of Justice (MigranteWeb) before consular issuance. Family members can be included and naturalization is possible after 4 years of residence.
Residence authorization applicationFiled via MigranteWeb with the Ministry of Justice/National Immigration Council.How to get it ↓
Proof of foreign capital investmentCentral Bank (RDE-IED) registration/exchange contracts showing R$500,000+ transferred into the company.How to get it ↓
Investment/business planPlan demonstrating job creation or income generation in Brazil.How to get it ↓
Company incorporation documentsArticles of association/CNPJ registration of the Brazilian company.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificatePolice clearance from country of origin/residence, apostilled.How to get it ↓
Civil status documentsOptionalBirth/marriage certificates, apostilled and translated.How to get it ↓
Not yet researched
Golden Visa (Residence by Investment)
Citizenship by Investment
Non-Lucrative / Passive Income Visa
2 routes
Retire & Lifestyle
Retirement visas and working holiday schemes.
Retirement Visa
Brazil Retirement Visa (VITEM XIV - Retiree)
Temporary visa for retirees and death-pension beneficiaries who can prove the ability to transfer at least US$2,000 per month of pension income to Brazil (roughly US$1,000 extra per dependent in practice). Qualifying income must be retirement/pension-based (social security, private pensions, annuities); pure investment income alone does not qualify. Initial residence is up to 2 years, convertible to residence for an indefinite term, with naturalization possible after 4 years.
Study: Study permitted
Residency after 4 years
Family: Family reunion allowed
Validity
365 days
Min. income / month
$2,000
Document checklist (7)
Valid passportValid 6+ months with blank pages.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted online application with photo.How to get it ↓
Proof of retirement/pensionOfficial letter from the pension authority or fund confirming retiree status and monthly amount.How to get it ↓
Proof of receipt of fundsBank statements showing regular receipt of the pension of US$2,000+/month.How to get it ↓
Proof of ability to transfer funds to BrazilBank documentation showing capacity to remit the monthly amount to Brazil.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificatePolice/FBI clearance, apostilled, issued within 90 days.How to get it ↓
Health insuranceOptionalCoverage valid in Brazil (consulate-dependent).How to get it ↓
Working Holiday Visa
Brazil Working Holiday Visa (VITEM VI)
Working-holiday visa under bilateral reciprocity agreements with France (500 places/year), Germany (1,000 places/year), Australia, New Zealand and South Korea. Open to applicants aged 18-30 (up to 34 for South Koreans) for a stay of up to 1 year with the right to take incidental paid work. Requires return ticket or funds, health insurance and a clean criminal record; quotas run until exhausted each year.
Work: Paid work as income supplement
Study: Short courses permitted
Service fee
$220
Max stay
365 days
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (6)
Valid passportPassport of a partner country (FR, DE, AU, NZ, KR), valid for the stay.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted e-consular application with photo.How to get it ↓
Proof of age 18-30Applicant must be within the agreement's age band at application.How to get it ↓
Return ticket or sufficient fundsTicket out of Brazil or funds to purchase one plus subsistence funds.How to get it ↓
Travel health insuranceCoverage for the full stay.How to get it ↓
Police clearance certificateClean criminal record from country of nationality.How to get it ↓
2 routes
Family & Origin
Reunification, spouse routes and ancestry-based repatriation.
Family Reunification Visa
Brazil Family Reunion Visa (VITEM XI)
Visa for family members of Brazilian citizens or legal residents: spouses/partners (including same-sex), children, parents, grandparents, siblings under guardianship and other dependants. Leads to a residence permit allowing work; the holder must register with the Federal Police within 90 days of arrival, and residence can become indefinite while the family tie persists. Naturalization is possible after 1 year of residence for spouses/parents of Brazilians (reduced period).
Service fee
$270
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (6)
Valid passportValid 6+ months with two blank pages.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted e-consular form with photo.How to get it ↓
Proof of family relationshipApostilled marriage/birth certificate or stable-union evidence, legalized/translated.How to get it ↓
Sponsor's documentsBrazilian ID (RG/CPF) or sponsor's CRNM residence card.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificateApostilled police clearance for applicants over 18.How to get it ↓
Proof of sponsor's meansOptionalEvidence the resident/citizen can support the incoming family member (consulate-dependent).How to get it ↓
Spouse / Partner Visa
Brazil Residence for Spouse/Partner of a Brazilian
Spouses and stable-union partners (including same-sex, recognized since 2013) of Brazilian citizens can obtain residence either via a VITEM XI at a consulate or directly in Brazil at the Federal Police/Ministry of Justice without a prior visa. Residence is granted with an indefinite horizon based on the marriage/union and carries full work rights. Naturalization is possible after just 1 year of residence with a Brazilian spouse.
Service fee
R$1,500
Document checklist (6)
Valid passport or travel documentIdentity of the foreign spouse/partner.How to get it ↓
Marriage certificate or stable union proofBrazilian-registered marriage certificate or notarized stable-union declaration/court recognition.How to get it ↓
Brazilian spouse's IDRG and CPF of the Brazilian citizen.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificatesFrom Brazil and from countries of residence in the last years, apostilled.How to get it ↓
Proof of address in BrazilOptionalFor in-country applications at the Federal Police.How to get it ↓
GRU fee payment receiptsFederal payment slips for residence authorization and CRNM card issuance.How to get it ↓
Not yet researched
Dependent Relative Visa
Ancestry / Repatriation
3 routes
Special Categories
Talent, religious, humanitarian, media, official and permanent residence.
Talent / Highly Skilled Visa
Brazil Research/Teaching Visa (VITEM I)
Temporary visa for researchers, scientists, professors and technical experts conducting research, teaching or academic extension in Brazil for more than 90 days, usually linked to a Brazilian research or higher-education institution. Issued for up to 1-2 years depending on the project and renewable in Brazil. Paid work outside the sponsoring research/teaching activity is not permitted.
Work: Research/teaching activity
Study: Academic activity permitted
Residency after 4 years
Family: Family reunion allowed
Service fee
$270
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (6)
Valid passportValid 6+ months with blank pages.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted e-consular form with photo.How to get it ↓
Invitation/sponsorship letterFrom the Brazilian research or educational institution describing the project and duration.How to get it ↓
Proof of qualificationsAcademic credentials/CV matching the research or teaching activity.How to get it ↓
Proof of financial meansFellowship, salary or funding evidence covering the stay.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificateOptionalWhere required by the consulate.How to get it ↓
Religious Worker Visa
Brazil Religious Worker Visa (VITEM VII)
Temporary visa for clergy, missionaries and members of religious orders carrying out religious activities in Brazil for more than 90 days, sponsored by a Brazilian religious organization that assumes financial responsibility. Typically issued for 1 year and renewable in Brazil for up to 2-year periods; Federal Police registration within 90 days of entry is required. Theological training/ordination evidence is part of the checklist.
Service fee
$220
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (6)
Valid passportValid 6+ months with blank pages.How to get it ↓
Visa application formCompleted e-consular form with photo.How to get it ↓
Sponsorship letter from Brazilian religious entityLetter stating nature of activities, duration and financial responsibility, notarized in Brazil.How to get it ↓
Statutes of the Brazilian religious organizationConstitutive minutes/by-laws and proof of legal representation.How to get it ↓
Ordination certificate or theological diplomaProof of religious training/clergy status with CV.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificateApostilled police clearance.How to get it ↓
Long-Term Residence Permit
Brazil Mercosur Residence Agreement
Citizens of Mercosur states and associates (Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, and others by extension) can obtain 2-year temporary residence in Brazil with no requirement to prove employment, income or reason for moving - only identity, civil status and a clean criminal record. They may apply in-country at the Federal Police without a prior visa, or via a VITEM XIII at a consulate, and convert to residence of indefinite duration before the 2 years expire. Full work and study rights apply from day one.
Validity
730 days
Document checklist (6)
Valid passport or national IDIdentity document of a Mercosur/associate state national.How to get it ↓
Birth certificateApostilled where applicable.How to get it ↓
Criminal record certificateFrom country of origin/residence for the previous 5 years, plus Brazilian records check.How to get it ↓
Proof of entry to BrazilEntry stamp/migration record for in-country applications.How to get it ↓
GRU fee payment receiptsResidence authorization and CRNM card fees.How to get it ↓
How to get these documents General guidance for any passport.
Valid passport
How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Digital passport photo
How to get this document
Have a recent passport photo taken at a pharmacy, photo booth or photographer, or use a compliant online photo tool. The common size is 35×45 mm with a plain light background, neutral expression and no glasses; the US and a few others require 2×2 in (51×51 mm). Get 2–4 prints plus a digital copy.
Issued by
Any photographer or photo booth (ICAO 9303 standard)
Typical cost
$5–$15
Typical time
Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of funds
How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Return or onward ticket
How to get this document
Provide a flight reservation or an onward/return ticket itinerary. Many travellers use a held reservation (not a paid ticket) from an airline, travel agent or flight-itinerary service so they are not committed before the visa is granted.
Issued by
Airline / travel agent
Typical cost
free–$30 for a reservation
Typical time
Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Fee payment
How to get this document
Pay the visa or government fee through the channel the consulate specifies — card payment on the application portal, bank transfer, or in person at the visa centre. Keep the receipt or transaction confirmation to upload or present.
Issued by
Destination consulate / payment provider
Typical cost
Varies by visa
Typical time
Immediate–2 days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Online application form
How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Business invitation letter
How to get this document
Ask your host, company or institution in the destination to write an invitation letter with their details, your details, and the purpose and dates of the visit. Some countries require it to be officially registered or legalised by local immigration (e.g. a notarised or authority-stamped invitation).
Issued by
Host / inviting organisation
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Days–weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Medical report / treatment letter
How to get this document
Book a medical examination with a doctor or, where required, a clinic on the consulate's approved-panel list. Tests may include a general exam, a chest X-ray/TB screening and blood tests; the clinic issues the certificate directly.
Issued by
Licensed doctor / panel clinic
Typical cost
$30–$200
Typical time
1–2 weeks including results
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Health insurance
How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Request a criminal-record certificate from your country's police or justice/interior ministry — many issue it through a national online portal, sometimes requiring fingerprints. For foreign use it usually must be apostilled or legalised and translated, and most consulates accept one issued within the last 3–6 months.
Once you are accepted, request an admission/acceptance letter or certificate of enrolment from the school or university's admissions or registrar office. It should confirm the programme, the dates and that tuition is arranged.
Issued by
School / university (admissions office)
Typical cost
Usually free
Typical time
A few days–2 weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Declaration of digital nomad status
How to get this document
Gather evidence that you work remotely for clients or an employer outside the destination: your employment or client contracts stating remote work, recent invoices or payslips, and a letter from the employer confirming you may work from abroad.
Issued by
Employer / clients
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Employment/service contract with foreign entity
How to get this document
Obtain a signed copy of your employment contract from your employer's HR. It should show the parties, job title, salary, duration and signatures; some consulates want it stamped or, for work visas, registered with the labour authority.
Issued by
Employer / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Birth certificate / civil status proof
How to get this document
Order a certified copy of your birth certificate from the civil-registry/vital-records office where you were born (often available online). For foreign use it usually needs an apostille or legalisation and a translation.
Provide documentary proof of the qualifying investment: a bank confirmation of the deposit or transfer, share or title certificates, an escrow or blocked-account statement, or a notarised purchase contract, depending on the programme's rules.
Issued by
Bank / notary / company registry
Typical cost
Varies
Typical time
1–4 weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Evidence of innovative character
How to get this document
Get an up-to-date extract from the commercial/companies register (chamber of commerce or trade registry) showing your company's registration, or your trade or professional licence. Many registries issue this online for a small fee.
Issued by
Commercial register / chamber of commerce
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Business plan
How to get this document
Prepare a business or project plan describing the activity, market, financial projections and job creation. You usually write this yourself; some startup or investor visas require it to follow a set template or be reviewed by an approved incubator.
Issued by
Self-prepared (sometimes incubator-endorsed)
Typical cost
free–consultant fee
Typical time
Varies
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Prior residence/work authorization
How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of qualifications
How to get this document
Use your original diploma or degree certificate; for a replacement or official copy, ask the issuing institution's registrar. For use abroad it usually needs to be apostilled or legalised and translated.
Order a certified copy of your marriage (or divorce) certificate from the civil registry that recorded it. For foreign use add an apostille or legalisation and a certified translation.
Obtain the title deed or an extract from the land registry proving ownership; for a purchase, provide the notarised purchase contract. The land-registry office issues certified copies.
Issued by
Land registry / notary
Typical cost
$10–$100
Typical time
Same day–2 weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of age 18-30
How to get this document
Obtain a national ID card or a citizenship/nationality certificate from your civil-registry or interior ministry. For ancestry- or origin-based routes, request the birth, naturalisation or archive records that prove the qualifying lineage.
Issued by
Civil registry / interior ministry
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–several weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Police clearance certificate
How to get this document
Apply for a police clearance or good-conduct certificate from the national police or a designated portal (and from any country where you lived long-term). It typically needs an apostille and translation and must be recent — issued within the last 3–6 months.
Prove the family link with civil documents — marriage and birth certificates connecting you to the relative, a family or household register, or, for unmarried partners, evidence of cohabitation (joint lease, bills, photos). Civil documents often need an apostille and translation.
Have your sponsor sign a letter or affidavit of support undertaking to cover your costs, attaching their ID and proof of funds or income. Some countries require a notarised affidavit or an official guarantee form.
Issued by
Sponsor (sometimes notarised)
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of address in Brazil
How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of entry to Brazil
How to get this document
This is a destination- or programme-specific supporting document. Follow the exact instruction on the official consulate or immigration checklist for your visa; if it is unclear, contact the consulate or visa application centre for guidance on how to obtain it.
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