Embassy of Brazil

Visas and Immigration

Visas: Temporary Visas

Important: please read the General Visa Requirements applicable to all visas as well as specific visa requirements.

TEMPORARY VISAS

Cultural Visas (Temporary Visa I)

May be granted to lecturers at conferences, researchers, teachers, exchange students, participants in cultural/ scientific missions (the services provided must not be paid by organizations/ corporations established in Brazil, except for per-diem allowance), voluntary workers and to athletes under 21 who participate in training programs in Brazil.

For participants in scientific expeditions, or those operating in indian reservations, an authorization is required from the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq), or from the National Foundation for Indigenous People (FUNAI). The visa can only be issued after the authorization has been granted.

For participants in scientific expeditions that involve bioprospecting, an authorization is required from the Ministry of Environment (MMA). The visa can only be issued after the authorization has been granted.

For medical doctors and dentists participating in assistential missions in Brazil, authorization is required from the corresponding Regional Council of Medicine or Odontology. The visa will only be issued after the authorization is granted.

As some temporary cultural visas to Brazil depend on prior approval of the Brazilian Immigration services, the application should be submitted 6-8 weeks before the intended date of departure.

General Requirements:

1. valid passport (for at least 6 months prior to its expiration date) which will be retained by this Embassy during the process period. It must have at least two blank pages available;
2. two visa application forms filled out and signed by the applicant (official forms supplied by the Embassy);
3. two recent photographs, passport-size, front view;

4. letter of invitation from the Brazilian institution, stating the purpose and duration of the trip (for exchange students proof of enrollment in an educational institution);

5. proof of means of financial support;

For visas longer than 90 days, a Police Clearance letter from the Police Department in the area of applicant’s residence.

Visa fee: CDN$ 108.00 in certified check or money order payable to the Embassy of Brazil in Ottawa.

A handling fee of CDN$ 18.00 applies to all applications processed by mail. This handling fee DOES NOT cover postal charges. Please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope or a pre-paid courier slip. The return of processed documents will be made through the prepaid services offered by Canada Post. The use of other express courier companies is forbidden.

Voluntary Workers

As per Normative Resolution 68/05, a Temporary Visa I shall be requested at the Embassy for persons going to Brazil for voluntary work with Religious or Social Assistance Organizations in Brazil. In addition to the general requirements, this visa specifically requires the presentation of the following original documents:

1. Letter of Invitation from the Organization in Brazil, stating the condition of voluntary (no remuneration whatsoever shall be paid).

2. Document characterizing the place where services will be lent and description of the activities that shall be performed.

3. Affidavit from the Organization in Brazil pledging responsibility for the financial support of the candidate and his/her return to the country of origin (Canada) upon completion of the mission.

4. Proof of Health insurance valid in Brazil (copy of original policy or detailed receipt proving purchase of such insurance. Letters from travel agents shall not be accepted).

5. Record of Constitution of the Organization in Brazil: Social Statute and Records of designation of the current Board of Directors.

6. Proof of the registration of the Organization in the corresponding Council of Social Assistance or in the Ministry of Justice.

7. Proof that the Organization is functioning regularly.

8. Written Official Statement from the organization appointing the applicant for the designated mission as a volunteer, signed by a duly authorized representative.

9. Document proving the professional experience or qualification of the volunteer regarding to the proposed activities in Brazil.

10. Police report showing that the candidate has no criminal records.

Business Visas (Temporary Visa II)

1. For business trips;

2. media coverage or filming. If the filming expedition is intended for reasons other than journalism or news gathering, issuing the visa depends on prior authorization from the Ministry of Culture in Brazil. For such, the applicant must find a Brazilian co-producer who shall obtain that authorization;

3. flight/ship crew members not holding an international crew card. For services under a consulting or technical assistance contract and for persons working aboard cruise ships, see WORK VISA;

4. Adoptions.

Requirements:

1. passport, valid for at least 6 months prior to its expiration date which will be retained by this Embassy during the processing period. It must have at least two blank pages available;

2. one visa application form per applicant;

3. one passport-size photo;

4. Letter on company letterhead, addressed to the Embassy, signed by an authorized representative of the company the applicant works for (other than the applicant) stating the purpose of the trip to Brazil, itinerary, business contacts, dates of arrival in and departure from Brazil. The letter should also confirm that the company assumes all financial responsibility for the applicant while in Brazil.

Visa fee: CDN$ 108,00 in certified check or money order payable to the Embassy of Brazil in Ottawa.

Some nationalities may require consultation with Brazil. In that case, please allow a minimum of one month for the visa to be processed. A consultation fee of CDN$ 45.00 is applicable.

Business visa requirements have been waived for citizens of Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Morocco, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Surinam, Sweden, Switzerland, Uruguay, Vatican.

Temporary Visa III

For travelers under contract for artistic or athletic/sports performance in Brazil or whenever a paid admission is involved.

Procedures:

1. in Brazil, submission of contract directly to the Brazilian Ministry of Labor ("Coordenação de Imigração") for the necessary approval.

2. in Canada, once obtained the approval, submission to the Embassy of one visa application form per applicant, properly filled out (front and back) and signed (parents must sign for those under 18), together with one recent passport-size photo and a passport valid for at least 6 months prior to its expiration date which will be retained by this Embassy during the process period. It must have at least two blank pages available.

Visa fee: CDN$ 72.00 per visa in certified check or money order payable to the Embassy of Brazil in Ottawa.

A handling fee of CDN$ 18.00 applies to all applications processed by mail or through a third party. This handling fee DOES NOT cover postal charges. Please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope or a pre-paid courier slip. The return of processed documents will be made through the prepaid services offered by Canada Post. The use of other express courier companies is forbidden.

Student Visa (Temporary Visa IV)

For full-time students duly enrolled at a Brazilian university, institute or technical school.

Requirements:

1. passport valid for at least 6 months prior to its expiration date which will be retained by this Embassy during the process period. It must have at least two blank pages available;

2. two visa application forms filled out and signed by the applicant (official forms supplied by the Embassy);

3. two recent photographs, passport-size;

4. proof of enrollment or vacancy (official document issued by the school in Brazil);

5. proof of means of financial support or of scholarship from a sponsoring institution;

6. Police clearance letter (if applicant is over 16), issued by the Police Department in the area where applicant has resided for the last 12 months;

7. If the applicant is less than 18, notarized letter of consent from both parents, authorizing applicant to travel unaccompanied to and from Brazil.

Visa fee: CDN$ 72.00 per visa in certified check or money order payable to the Embassy of Brazil in Ottawa.

Note: Visa applicants must make sure to receive one application form back with their passports. This form will be required by the Brazilian Federal Police within 30 days after arrival for register purposes.

Temporary Work Visa (Temporary Visa V)

This Visa is applied for in Brazil at the General Coordination for Immigration of the Ministry of Labor (see address below) by the prospective employer, who will inform the applicant of the documents required according to the specific type of contract. Once the contract has been authorized, the Embassy will be notified and the visa can then be issued through the presentation of the following documents:

1. passport valid for at least six months which will be retained by this Embassy during the process period. It must have at least two blank pages available;

2. two recent photographs;

3. two visa application forms;

4. police clearance;

The fee is CDN$ 180.00 plus handling fee or processing fee when applicable (see Visa Eligibility above).

Technical Assistance

As per Normative Resolution 61/04 of the National Council for Immigration, persons rendering technical assistance to companies in Brazil should apply for a Temporary Work Visa in Brazil at the General Coordination of Immigration of the Ministry of Labor (addresses and telephone numbers indicated below).

Exceptionally, in cases of real emergency, where unforeseen circumstances intervene, the Consular authority might grant that type of visa, valid for thirty days only and not renewable as per the text of article #7 of the said legal text.

Persons working aboard cruise ships should also apply for a Work Visa with the Ministry of Labor in Brazil.

The consular fee for this type of visa is CDN$ 180,00 in certified check or money order payable to the Embassy of Brazil in Ottawa.

The General Coordination of Immigration of the Ministry of Labor must be contacted in Brazil at the following address and telephone numbers:

COORDENAÇÃO GERAL DE IMIGRAÇÃO DO MINISTÉRIO DO TRABALHO

ESPLANADA DOS MINISTÉRIOS BLOCO "E" SALA 771

BRASÍLIA – DF

CEP 70067-900

TELEPHONE: ( 55 61) 317 6417 (GENERAL)

(55 61) 317 6465 (SECRETARIAT)

(55 61) 317 6470 (INFORMATION ON PROCESSES THAT HAVE BEEN INITIATED)

(55 61) 317 6460 (PROCEDURES FOR REQUESTING THE VISA)

FAX: (55 61) 317 6469

Foreign Media Correspondent Visa (Temporary Visa VI)

Eligibility: media correspondents transferred to Brazil.

Requirements and procedure:

Submission directly to the Press Office ("Assessoria de Imprensa") of the Ministry of External Relations of a letter by the sponsoring organization, on its letterhead, specifying the nature of the job to be performed and the duration of the contract, as well as proof of full financial responsibility during his/her stay in Brazil.

Once the application is approved, the applicant must submit to the Embassy two visa application forms per applicant, filled out and signed, as well as the following documents:

1. passport (must be valid for at least 6 months prior to its expiration date) which will be retained by this Embassy during the processing period. It must have at least two blank pages available;

2. two recent photographs, passport-size;

3. Police clearance letter (from applicant over 18), issued by the Police Department in the area where the applicant has resided for the last 12 months;

If the applicant presents the form in person, there is a visa fee of CDN$ 36.00 per visa, payable in money order or certified check to the Embassy of Brazil in Ottawa.

Religious Visa (Temporary Visa VII)

For religious missionaries, ministers of faith, members of the clergy and of monastic orders, temporarily transferred to Brazil.

(A) Requirements from the religious institution in Brazil:

1. Official records of constitution and respective statutes;

2. Duly constituted authority by the religious official representing the institution;

3. Written statement of financial responsibility for the applicant and his/her family in Brazil.

All documents listed above must be duly notarized in Brazil and all photocopies likewise authenticated.

(B) Requirements from the applicant:

1. proof of ordination or equivalent and/or school transcript of theological education in an institution of higher learning;

2. copy of diplomas;

3. curriculum vitae indicating academic and missionary history;

4. marriage certificate and birth certificate of minor dependents, if applicable.

Note: Documents listed in items 1 through 4 must be duly legalized by the Embassy in the jurisdiction of which they were issued.

5. declaration stating that will work in Indian areas only after a permit issued by FUNAI (Fundação Nacional do Indio).

Note: a photocopy of item 5 must be authenticated by the Embassy.

6. a photocopy of each family member’s passport (must be still valid for at least 6 months);

7. three visa application forms filled out and signed by each family member (official forms supplied by the Embassy);

8. three recent photos, passport-size for each applicant.

9. police clearance.

The applicant must submit to the Embassy the passport of each family member.

Visa fee: CDN$ 126.00 in certified check or money order payable to the Embassy of Brazil in Ottawa. Legalization fees: school documents, CDN$ 9.00; other documents, CDN$ 36.00; authentication (of copy), each, CDN$ 9.00, when photocopied at our office, CDN$ 27.00 when photocopied elsewhere.

VISA &Consular Section