Brazil adopts a policy of reciprocity regarding visas. This means that nationals of countries that require visas for Brazilian citizens will need a visa to travel to Brazil. According to the Brazilian law, Brazil must agree, on a reciprocal basis, to offer visa waiver to nationals of another country, except on specific cases. Brazil has signed visa exemption agreements with about 90 countries.
To find out if you need a visa to travel to Brazil, click here.
Where to apply for a visa?
Itamaraty (the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) is the body of the Brazilian government responsible for granting visas, which occurs through the Embassies, General Consulates, Consulates and Vice consulates of Brazil abroad.
Take note that the Brazilian visa will never be granted in Brazilian territory. Therefore, it is not possible to obtain your visa in airports, ports of entry or any other point of the Brazilian border. Itamaraty and the Federal Police (agency responsible for immigration control in Brazilian borders) cannot and will not authorize the entry of foreign nationals who do not have the proper visa.
Check the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs webpage to know more.
Visitors from Australia, Canada and the USA
Citizens travelling with passports from Australia, Canada and the United States visiting Brazil for tourism and business can require e-visas through the Brazilian eVisa portal. The process is easy, and quick and if the requirements are met, in a few days the applicant will receive the e-Visa on his or her e-mail.
For more information on e-visas, visit the official government webpage.