VIVIS (Business Visa)
*CITIZENS OF THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA are EXEMPT from tourist visas and from business visas, for a period not exceeding 90 days*
If you are not a citizen of the Republic of Korea, please check if you need a tourist/business visa to Brazil in the List of Countries.
*Note that Korean B1/B2 or G1 visa holders or with Korea residence less than 1 year cannot apply*
VIVIS (BUSINESS)
If you are not a citizen of the Republic of Korea, please check if you need a tourist/business visa to Brazil in the List of Countries.
1. General rules
- Visitor Visas (VIVIS) are aimed at those travelling to Brazil for maximum stays of up to 90 days, without the intention to establish residence, for the purpose of engaging in business activities such as holding meetings, participating in corporate fairs and events, seeking commercial opportunities, signing contracts, technical Assistance or a technology transfer (under 90 days).
- Foreign nationals from countries with which Brazil holds visa exemption agreements benefit from Visitor Visa (VIVIS) waiver.
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Citizens of the following countries / special administrative regions, holding passports with a minimum validity of 6 months, do not need a visa to enter Brazil for visit purposes and stays of up to 90 days unless otherwise stated:
- Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Bulgaria, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominica, Dominican Republic (60 days), Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia (30 days), Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Kazakhstan (30 days), Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Macedonia, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Namibia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore (30 days), Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Vatican and Venezuela (60 days).
- Please note: as per the terms of the visa agreement between both countries, Singapore citizens visiting Brazil for more than 30 days must apply for a 90-day Visit Visa through the regular application procedure stated below.
- Citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States of America, must hold a valid E-Visa/Visit Visa in order to enter Brazil. You must obtain the E-Visa before purchasing airline tickets or making any travel arrangements. You must apply for the E-Visa through the VFS GLOBAL portal: brazil.vfsevisa.com. Please note that the Embassy cannot access or provide updates on the status of your E-Visa application through the VFS GLOBAL system. For questions or concerns, please contact: brazilevisa@vfsglobal.com
- VIVIS holders are strictly forbidden to practise any paid work in Brazil, but are allowed to receive payments from the government, a Brazilian employer, or a private entity for the purposes of daily allowances, artistic paychecks, compensation, or travel expenses, as well as to receive cash prizes in sports, artistic or cultural competitions.
Required documents
Please note: the original documents listed below must be presented during the interview.
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Visa Application/Protocol Form
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a) Completion instructions: Fill out the Online Visa Application Form;
b) After the form is concluded:
Please note: documents in digital format must be printed (including bank statements downloaded from Internet Banking platforms). Documents shown on mobile device screens will not be accepted |
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Valid passport |
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One photo |
A standard passport-size photograph (3,5 x 4,5 cm). The photo must be taken from the front, with a white background, and must be less than 6 months old. The photo must show a natural appearance, without any filters, digital alterations (Photoshop), or heavy makeup. |
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Air ticket |
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| 5) | Proof of sufficient financial means, compatible with the entire stay in Brazil | At least one of the following documents must be submitted:
* As a reference, the applicant must have approximately US$ 150.00 per day available to cover expenses. |
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Proof of immigration status |
Alien Registration Card (please note that B1/B2 or G1 visas and with less than 1 year residence in Korea cannot apply) |
| 7) | Original letter from either the foreign employer or the Brazilian company / institution to which the applicant is linked |
The letter must be printed on company letterhead and contain the following information:
Please note: If provided by the Brazilian counterpart, the signature on the invitation letter must be certified by a notary public ("tabelião"), or eletronic signed (https://www.gov.br/governodigital/pt-br/assinatura-eletronica). If provide by the foreign employer must be inked signed and stamped. In case of corporate fairs and events, proof of participation / registration may be submitted instead of an invitation letter. |
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PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Upon submission of the form and documents to the Consular Section, you will be requested to make a deposit to the Consular Section's banking account.
Return to the Consular Section with the deposit receipt.
- the Embassy receives visa applications by appointment only (https://forms.gle/X5bFvMGbiNZ1XR2q8)
- the documents should be submitted in person or through one of the registered agencies
***The requirements listed above are not all-inclusive. When processing a visa submission, the Consular Officers may request additional information and/or documentation.
***After submission of the form and documents, an interview with the Consular Authority will be scheduled. Only after the interview the visa would be granted.