Visitor Visa (VIVIS) - U.S., Canada and Australia Citizens Only
E-Visa / Visitor Visa (VIVIS) is required for citizens of the United States, Canada, and Australia who plan to visit Brazil for tourism, business, transit, sports, or artistic activities, for stays of up to 90 days.
Important Notes
Brazilian citizens who hold dual citizenship are NOT eligible for any type of Brazilian visa.
Brazilian citizens must travel using a valid Brazilian passport.
How to Apply
You must obtain the E-Visa before purchasing airline tickets or making any travel arrangements.
You do not need to have an airline ticket to apply.
There are no expedited processing options or fees available for the E-Visa.
You must apply for the E-Visa through the VFS GLOBAL portal.
VFS GLOBAL is the company authorized by the Brazilian Government to handle E-Visa applications.
All E-Visa requests must be submitted through VFS GLOBAL.
Applications are 100% online; no physical documents are required.
Once approved, the E-Visa will be sent to you via email.
Application Status
Please note that the Consulate cannot access or provide updates on the status of your E-Visa application through the VFS GLOBAL system.
Customer Support – VFS GLOBAL
For questions or concerns, please contact:
Email: Brazilevisa@vfsglobal.com
CC: dim@itamaraty.gov.br
Be sure to include:
Your E-Visa application number (which starts with "BRA"), your full name, a description of your issue, and screenshots showing any delays or lack of response from VFS GLOBAL.
