This article contains step-by-step instructions on how to apply for the Brazil e-Visa.
Please note that visa requirements are always subject to change. For the most current and accurate information, we recommend checking the U.S. Department of State's website, the Government of Canada's website or getting in touch with the respective country's consulate or embassy.
What you need
To enter Brazil, all U.S. and Canadian passport holders must obtain a visa. This guide will walk you through applying for an e-Visa online.
When to apply
We recommend applying for your e-Visa around 2 months prior to departure. While the e-Visa typically only takes five business days to process, it’s advised to apply sooner should you be asked to provide additional documentation or correct any information.
How to apply
While our team is dedicated to keeping visa information up to date, please be aware that consulate applications are subject to change. As a result, your application may differ slightly from this guide. In such cases, use this guide as a reference, but follow your application’s instructions.
Walkthrough:
To start your Brazil E-visa, visit: https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/
- Make sure when typing your phone number, you DO NOT include any dashes. (ex: 1235938421)
- "OTP" stands for “One time password.” After you fill out the information, the “Get OTP” button should be available for you to select. You will then receive an email with the passcode. Please note it may take a few moments to appear in your inbox, and make sure to check your spam/junk.
Make sure you fill out everything as it appears below:
Visa Type: Visitor Visa
Purpose of Travel: Tourism/Transit
Required Documents to upload:
- Passport Page: You will need a color scan of the bio page of your passport without any glare or fingers on it. Ensure that the MRZ code is fully visible. Click here to see the sample file.
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2 x 2 Photograph: Color photo with a white background, sized 3.5cm x 4.5cm (413 x 531 pixels).
- Please click here to view the guidelines for the photograph to be uploaded.
- Please click here for assistance with your photo.
- Travel Document: You will upload your flight itinerary.
- Additional Documents: Can be left blank.
Passport Details: The Passport image will appear in the box on the left. For the place of birth, you will choose your country of birth as listed on your passport.
Travel Details: You should see your flight information in the picture on the left. Please fill out the information on the right side.
- Travelers will need to input the dates they will be in Brazil only, NOT the tour itinerary dates. If your tour visits multiple countries, please only enter the dates you will be in Brazil.
- “Additional Details of Travel” can be left blank
Address Details: Type in your home address information.
- You have the option to select different contact methods under “Personal Means of Contact.”
Additional Details: Only fill out the required fields:
- In the Legal Representative field, you can select “No.”
- Select if you have any other nationalities.
- Please fill out “Profession or Occupation.” If you are retired, you can type that in.
- Then click “Save and Continue.”
Application Summary: From this page, you will continue to make a payment. Please be sure to review your application before continuing to payment.
After selecting “Continue to Payment,” you will receive this pop-up message. Please verify with your bank if you need to, then select “Accept.”
Next, you will be taken to the screen to type in your credit card payment. Once payment is processed, you should receive a confirmation to your email. Once you receive your visa via email, you need to print it out for entry.