How to apply
Publicado em
24/11/2022 11h18
Atualizado em
21/11/2025 08h14
⚠️ APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED UNTIL STEP 2 IS FINALIZED.
⚠️ CURRENT PROCESSING TIME IS 15 BUSINESS DAYS FROM SUBMISSION.
Step 1: Online Application Form
The visa application form must be completed online: https://formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br. Save the receipt issued (RER) for step 2 (allow browser's pop-up).
Step 2: e-Consular SystemSubmit your application via the e-consular to book visa collection: https://ec-capetown.itamaraty.gov.br. A link to choose date and time will only be emailed once application is analyzed and approved.
Required documents
| 1. | Online Application Form | https://formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br |
| 2. | ID photo | The picture must be recent, 3.5 x 4.5cm, in color against a white, plain background. The applicant’s face must be centred in the frame and looking straight at the camera with no tilt. The facial expression must be neutral. |
| 3. | Passport | Original |
| 4. | Documents according to the visa type | Check on Visa Types |
| 5. | Identity Card and/or a valid visa | In case you are not a South African citizen |
| 6. | proof of payment (to be uploaded on Step 2) | Check on Visa Fees |
Additional documents for minor applicants (under 18 years of age)
| 1. | online Application Form |
https://formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br Signed by both parents or legal guardian(s) |
| 2. | Minor's birth certificate | Original |
| 3. | Parents' or legal guardian(s)'s ID document | Original |