Medical Treatment Visa (VIVIS)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 2-5 business days
- Fee
- Varies by nationality
- Validity
- 90 days, non-extendable
- Entry
- Single entry
VIVIS for health treatment is for stays up to 90 days for medical treatment in Brazil. Non-extendable. For treatments exceeding 90 days, applicants must request VITEM II temporary visa.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Must be traveling to Brazil specifically for health treatment at a Brazilian medical facility.
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Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient funds to cover medical treatment and living expenses during stay.
Minimum funds: Sufficient for treatment and stay
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, sponsorship letter, credit card statements; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for medical treatment and stay
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: Medical certificate or health treatment documentation from Brazilian medical facility; Validity months: 3
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Vaccination certificate
Required vaccines: Depending on country of origin or recent travel history
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain medical certificate or documentation from Brazilian medical facility confirming treatment plan.
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at Brazilian consulate.
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Document submission
Submit all original documents at consular interview.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee (varies by nationality).
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with medical visa.