Planning a trip to Brazil? This guide covers exactly who needs a visa, what it costs, how long it takes and where to apply — using figures from Brazil's official immigration authorities, including which nationalities can enter visa-free.
Quick answer
Most visitors to Brazil need e-visa (vivis), with an official government fee of USD 80.90 (incl. service fee) for eligible nationalities.
Brazil visa at a glance
| Visa required? | Yes, for many nationalities |
|---|---|
| Main visa type | e-Visa (VIVIS) |
| Government fee | USD 80.90 (incl. service fee) for eligible nationalities |
| Processing time | About 5 business days |
| Validity | Up to 5 years, multiple entry (US/CA/AU) |
| Permitted stay | 90 days |
| Where to apply | https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/ |
| HolidaySG assistance fee | S$50 per applicant (usually S$100) |
Who needs a visa for Brazil?
Visa-free: ~90 countries 90 days: Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, UK, all EU/EFTA, NZ, UAE, Israel, Türkiye, Russia, South Africa, Mexico, Argentina & all of Latin America etc. USA, Canada, Australia: e-Visa required again since 10 Apr 2025.
e-Visa (VIVIS): ONLY citizens of USA, Canada, Australia (Indians NOT eligible)
VIVIS Visitor Visa (Tourism) - Consular: Indian ordinary passport holders (not eligible for Brazil eVisa)
Brazil visa options, fees and processing times
| Option | Official fee | Max stay | Processing | Where to apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa exemption (90 days) | Free | 90 days (extendable to 180/yr) | On arrival | No application |
| e-Visa (VIVIS) | USD 80.90 (incl. service fee) for eligible nationalities | 90 days | About 5 business days | https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/ |
| VIVIS Visitor Visa (Tourism) - Consular | Approx INR 8000 / USD 80-100 (consular fee, subject to reciprocity) | 90 days | 10-15 working days | https://sci.serpro.gov.br/ |
Documents required
For the e-Visa (VIVIS):
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Digital passport photo
- Proof of funds
- Return ticket
How to apply
- Check your requirement by nationality (table below) or use our checker.
- e-Visa (VIVIS): https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/ — allow About 5 business days.
- VIVIS Visitor Visa (Tourism) - Consular: https://sci.serpro.gov.br/ — allow 10-15 working days.
- Keep your approval/receipt with your passport; carry proof of accommodation, onward travel and funds.
Brazil visa for children and families
Children usually need their own visa or entry authorisation, even infants. For family applications, prepare each traveller's passport and photo, and add birth certificates for minors and, where a child travels with one parent or a guardian, a consent letter. Applying for the whole family together keeps travel dates and reference numbers consistent.
Common mistakes, delays and rejection reasons
From handling Brazil visa applications, these are the issues that most often cause delays or refusals. Avoiding them is the single biggest thing you can control:
- Passport validity: many countries require at least six months' validity beyond your travel dates — renew early if yours is close.
- Insufficient proof of funds: bank statements that are too thin, too new, or not in your name are a common reason for delays. Show a stable balance over the last 3–6 months.
- Photo specification errors: wrong size, background colour, glasses or a smile can bounce an application. Follow the exact spec for Brazil.
- Applying too late: submit well before departure — allow the full processing window plus a buffer, not the minimum.
- Mismatched documents: names, dates and passport numbers must match exactly across your form, flight and hotel bookings.
- Weak ties to your home country: employment letters, leave approval and return bookings help show you intend to return.
- Prior overstays or refusals: declare them honestly; hiding history causes more problems than the history itself.
Practical timeline: application → approval → travel
- 6–8 weeks before travel: check your passport validity, confirm your requirement, and start gathering documents.
- 3–4 weeks before: book refundable flights and accommodation (immigration may ask for these), then submit your Brazil application.
- Processing: allow About 5 business days. Do not make non-refundable bookings until approved.
- On approval: print/save the approval, keep it with your passport, and complete any arrival card before you fly.
Before you travel to Brazil
- Onward or return ticket: carry proof — airlines and immigration can ask for it.
- Funds: have evidence of enough money for your stay (card and some local currency).
- Travel insurance: strongly recommended, and mandatory for some destinations.
- Copies: keep a digital and paper copy of your visa/approval and passport photo page.
Good to know
- Singaporeans visa-free 90 days.
- US/Canada/Australia lost visa-free access on 10 Apr 2025.
Brazil visa requirements by nationality
| Passport | Requirement | Max stay |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Brazil visa?
e-Visa (VIVIS): USD 80.90 (incl. service fee) for eligible nationalities. HolidaySG's assistance fee is a separate flat S$50.
How long does it take?
e-Visa (VIVIS): About 5 business days.
Apply for your Brazil visa with HolidaySG
Flat S$50 assistance fee per applicant (usually S$100) — official government fee: Free (exempt) · e-Visa: USD 80.90 · VIVIS Visitor Visa: from INR 8000. We check your eligibility, send a personalised document checklist, complete the forms and track your application until the outcome.
Things to do once your Brazil visa is sorted
Popular experiences in Brazil you can book on HolidaySG:
- eSIM Brazil Chile | eSIM Brazil Chile Big Data — from IDR 245,650
Official sources
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs Brazil (Itamaraty) — verified 16 August 2026
- Brazil e-Visa (VFS Global — Ministry of Foreign Affairs) — verified 19 August 2026
- Official government source — verified 19 August 2026
Last updated 20 August 2026. Written and reviewed by the HolidaySG visa team and checked against the official sources above (facts verified 19 August 2026). Visa rules change and depend on your passport, residence and purpose of travel — always confirm with the official source before booking, or use our visa checker. HolidaySG re-confirms current requirements at the time of your application.