Visa requirements

Brazil

General visa requirements for travelling to Brazil. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Business visa (Business Visa (VITEM II))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: 2-5 business days
• Fee: Varies by nationality
• Validity: Up to 5 years
• Entry: Multiple entry

VITEM II is for business meetings, trade shows, conferences, or representing company. Valid for up to 5 years with multiple entries, allowing 90 days per entry. Does NOT authorize employment or work under employment contract. For technical assistance, installation, maintenance, or offshore work, VITEM V (work visa) is required.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Valid for business meetings, trade shows, conferences, representing company at events. Does NOT permit employment.

  Includes

  • Business meetings
  • trade shows
  • conferences
  • company representation

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 1; Specifications: Passport-style photo glued on application form

• Bank statement

  Minimum balance: Sufficient funds; Months required: 3

• Employment letter

  Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

  Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No

• Accommodation proof

  Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

  Accepted types: Hotel booking, invitation letter; Must cover full stay: No

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Letter from Brazilian company with details of business activities, names and addresses of companies to visit, and contact persons

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Brazil visa application form; Form url: https://www.gov.br/mre/

How to apply

1. Online application

   Fill out visa application form online and print receipt.

2. Document gathering

   Gather documents: passport, photo, employment letter, invitation from Brazilian company, bank statements, flight and lodging information.

3. Appointment booking

   Schedule appointment at Brazilian consulate.

4. Document submission

   Submit documents at consular appointment.

5. Fee payment

   Pay visa fee (varies by nationality).

6. Processing wait

   Wait for visa processing.

7. Visa collection

   Collect passport with business visa.

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.