How can a foreigner get residency in Brazil?
Brazil grants residence on several grounds: work, investment, family ties (marriage, stable union, a Brazilian child), retirement, remote work, study and others under the Migration Law (Law No. 13,445/2017). The best route depends on your situation. In a free consultation we map the options and tell you which one fits.
Do I need a visa to visit Brazil?
It depends on your nationality. Citizens of many countries can enter as tourists without a visa, while others need a visitor visa or e-visa. Rules change, so check the current requirement for your passport before booking.
Can I extend my tourist stay in Brazil?
Visitors receive a limited stay when they enter, and in some cases it can be extended at the Federal Police before it expires. The total stay is capped, and a tourist stay does not turn into residence. If you plan to stay longer, talk to us about a residence route.
Can I work in Brazil as a visitor?
No. A visitor visa or stay does not authorize employment. Working requires a work visa or a residence authorization. Remote work for clients abroad has its own route, the digital nomad visa.
Is there a digital nomad visa for Brazil?
Yes (VITEM XIV). It is for people who work remotely for an employer or clients outside Brazil and can document that work and sufficient income. See our digital nomad guide for the requirements.
Can I apply for a Brazilian visa or residence from abroad?
Often, yes. Several routes start at a Brazilian consulate abroad, and others are filed once you are in Brazil, at the Federal Police. We tell you which applies to you before you travel.
Do foreign documents need an apostille and a sworn translation?
Generally yes. Foreign public documents (such as birth and marriage certificates and criminal record checks) usually need an apostille or consular legalization and a sworn translation into Portuguese.
Can I get residency through marriage or family in Brazil?
Yes. Spouses and stable-union partners of Brazilians, parents and children of Brazilians, and relatives of foreign residents may qualify. The main requirement is proof of the relationship with the right documents.
How do I become a Brazilian citizen?
Naturalization generally requires a period of residence in Brazil, Portuguese proficiency and a clean record. The required residence time can be shorter in some cases, such as having a Brazilian child or spouse. We assess your eligibility in the consultation.
What happens if I overstay in Brazil?
Overstaying leads to a fine and other consequences, but depending on the case it can be regularized. Get advice before leaving the country or filing anything. See our guide on irregular stay.
