CPF for non-Brazilian citizens

Non-Brazilian citizens who intend to study or work in Brazil, who have business in Brazil or who are married to a Brazilian citizen should request a CPF number, which is mandatory for operations as opening a bank account, making financial transactions, buying/selling properties and other legal matters.
Brazilian citizens with dual citizenship must apply for a CPF as a Brazilian.

To apply for CPF number:

1) Fill out the online form on the website of the Receita Federal: online form 

The "Título de Eleitor" field on the form must be left blank. The browser's pop-up blocker must be disabled. Otherwise, it will not be possible to submit the request. After clicking on "send", a registration form (FCPF) will be generated containing the service code.

2) Make an appointment to apply in person:  https://www.picktime.com/ConsuladoBrasilOslo

3) Come to the Consular Section on the date and time scheduled and present original documents:

•    individual registration form (FCPF) mentioned in item "1" signed;
•    identification document with photo, name, date of birth and place of birth; and
•    birth certificate with parents’ name.

Minors under 16 years of age, must come to the Consular Section accompanied by their parents or legal guardians, and present birth certificate with parents' name.

This service is free of charge.

Other issues related to CPF should be requested directly to RFB by email.

Mandatory update of CPF registration data (non-Brazilian citizens only)

From January 13th 2025, all non-Brazilian citizens who already have a CPF number and live abroad must update their CPF registration data.

In order to do so, you must download the Receita Federal app on your mobile phones. 

1. Insert your CPF number;
2. Take a selfie with the passport identification page open, below the face;
3. Fill out the information requested.


Still have questions? Send an e-mail to consular.oslo@itamaraty.gov.br.