VITEM IV

General documentation for VITEM IV

Documentation

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1

Printed version of the visa application form with photo and signature

(Click here to access)

a) Instructions for completion:

• The form must be completed online.
• Provide complete information - please note that some fields are mandatory.
• Parents' names must be entered in full exactly as they appear on the applicant's birth certificate.
• Upload digital copies of all documents listed below
• Click the "Complete Application" button to generate the Visa Request Form Receipt (RER).

b) After completing the form:

• Print and sign the RER; affix your photo in the appropriate field. If the applicant is under 18 years of age, both parents must sign the RER.
• Collect all the original documents listed below. They must be presented in addition to the RER during your interview at the Consulate.

Please note: Documents in digital format must be printed (including bank statements downloaded from internet banking platforms). Documents displayed on mobile device screens will not be accepted.

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Valid passport

Must have at least two blank pages.

Please note that pages reserved for amendments cannot be used for visa purposes.

3

One passport photo

The photo must be recent (not older than six months), on a white background, in the local standard size (3.5 x 4.5 cm). The photo must be affixed on the Visa application form.

4

Residence Certificate

(Erweiterte Meldebescheinigung)

The addresses and move-in dates for the last 12 months must be on the certificate.

5

Certificate of Conduct of the Federal Office for Justice

Certificate of Conduct issued by the Federal Office of Justice.

Certificates of conduct are valid for up to 3 months from the date of issuance.

If the applicant has lived in more than one country within the last 12 months, a Certificate of Conduct from each country of residence must be submitted.

If the document was issued in a country other than Germany, the Hague Apostille must be affixed to the document. In countries where The Hague Apostille is not required, the document must be legalized by a Brazilian consulate or embassy.

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Original full birth certificate

If German, please provide a copy of your birth certificate.

If the document was issued in a country other than Germany, it must have the Hague Apostille. In the countries where the Hague Apostille is not applicable, the document must be legalized by a Brazilian consulate / embassy.

Note: The purpose of submitting this document is to avoid discrepancies between the information contained in the visa application and the birth certificate itself. Since the birth certificate must be presented during the mandatory registration of the visa with the Federal Police in Brazil (see below), any discrepancy will prevent the completion of this process. Therefore, the presentation of the birth certificate during the visa application phase abroad is not mandatory and will not prevent the visa from being issued, but it is highly recommended to avoid possible inconveniences.

7

Copy of the round-trip ticket

The applicant must submit a booking confirmation (paid ticket or e-ticket) or a booking reservation (or letter from a travel agent on the applicant's behalf), containing the complete itinerary, flight numbers and arrival / departure dates.

8

Proof of financial resources for the entire period of stay in Brazil or proof that the applicant has received a scholarship.

Recent proof (at least 3 months) must be provided, such as bank and/or credit card statements showing sufficient funds, pay stubs, proof of student loans/financing.

Students financially sponsored by their families must submit a statement signed by their sponsors, a copy of the passport identification pages and recent proof of financial ability.

9

Proof of enrollment in a foreign (non-Brazilian) university (if applicable)

Applies to graduate students only.

The document must certify that the student is currently enrolled in higher education. Enrollment certificates not issued by a university in Germany must be authenticated with a Hague Apostille.

Specific documentation for regular courses, study exchange and research exchange

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Letter from the Brazilian educational institution with which the student will be associated.

In the case of an internship, include the internship agreement (contract).

Please include a letter of invitation from the Brazilian educational institution. Letters from public institutions should be sent by the institution itself to visa.berlim@itamaraty.gov.br. Private institutions must have their signature notarized. The letter of invitation must also include the following information: Name of the course, level of the course (or school year) and whether the course/school will be attended in the morning, afternoon or evening and the weekly workload.

Portuguese language courses, vocational courses or other courses, as well as school attendance, must include at least fifteen (15) hours per week of face-to-face instruction.

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Travel authorization (only for applicants under 18 years old)

Authorization signed by the parent/legal guardian in the case of a child or adolescent, as well as the information of the person who will be responsible for the minor in Brazil.

Specific documentation for internship

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Agreement between the intern, the Brazilian institution where the internship will take place and the German university

The document must contain the following information

a) Confirm that the activities to be performed by the intern are compatible with his/her field of study;

b) Indicate the duration of the internship;

c) Be duly signed by the intern, the Brazilian institution providing the internship and the German university; and

d) If applicable, state that the intern has been awarded a scholarship/grants/support.