HOW TO VISIT TO BRAZIL
Brazil, officially the Federative Republic of Brazil, is
the largest and easternmost country in South America and Latin America. It is
the world's fifth-largest country by area and one of the most populated
countries. Its capital is BrasÃlia, and its most populous city is São Paulo.
Brazil is a federation composed of 26 states and a Federal District. It is the
only country in the Americas where Portuguese is an official language. Brazil
is among the world's most multicultural and ethnically diverse nations, due to
over a century of mass immigration from around the world.
The visa is the document issued by Brazilian consulates abroad that allows foreigners to enter and stay in the country. Citizens of Mercosur countries do not need a visa to enter and stay in Brazil, they only
need to present their passport or a valid identity document. Visitor visas may
be issued for tourism, business, transit, artistic, or sports activities, and
the stay may not exceed ninety days.
Brazil Electronic Visa Updates
The Brazil eVisa was recently made available for travelers
from Australia, Canada, and the United States. These countries were previously
visa-exempt.
Electronic applications for these nationalities are
now open to travel from April 10, 2025.
If you’re planning a trip to Brazil, you need to understand
the visa and entry requirements. The visa you need depends on your
nationality and how long you’ll stay.
With this guide, you can find out whether
Brazil’s Visa Policy for Foreign Visitors
Brazil’s visa requirements are divided into 3 categories:
1.
Countries eligible for
the eVisa
2.
Other visa-required
countries
3.
Visa exempt countries
Countries eligible for the Brazil eVisa
The Brazil eVisa is available to citizens of:
Australia
Canada
United States
You must hold a valid passport from one of these countries to apply for a Brazil visa online.
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It’s the most
convenient visa option for eligible short-stay visitors.
Travelers from Australia, Canada, and the United States
entering the country from April 10, 2025, can now apply for a Brazil
visa online. Using the eVisa system, you can request your visa in
minutes from your smartphone, laptop, or another device. It’s quick,
convenient, and fully digital.
Other visa-required countries for Brazil
Travelers from some African and Asian countries need a
traditional visa for Brazil. If you’re from a visa-required country other than
Australia, Canada, and the United States, you need to apply for your
visa in person.
Check the visa requirements for your nationality and apply
at the embassy.
Visa-exempt countries for Brazil
Visa-exempt countries for Brazil include all European Union
member states and several African, Asian, and Central American countries. Visa
exemptions are for up to 90 days in most cases.
Important: Australia, Canada,
and the United States are no longer exempt from visa requirements for Brazil.
An eVisa is required for entry from April 10, 2025.
Entry Requirements for Brazil
As a foreign national, you need your passport, visa,
and e-DBV
to travel to Brazil. Make sure you have both ready for inspection
by immigration officials. online Brazil Customs Declaration (e-DBV). This
electronic travel document is designed to streamline your travel
experience, reducing waiting times upon arrival or departure.
You must apply for your visa and travel to Brazil using the
same passport. If you have renewed your passport since your visa was issued,
you’ll need to reapply for your visa.
Holding a valid passport and an approved visa does not
guarantee entry. Immigration authorities will verify you meet all the entry
requirements.
Who Needs to Complete a Brazil Customs
Declaration?
Every traveler entering or leaving Brazil must
complete a Customs Declaration. This is the case even if you have nothing to
declare.
This requirement is not limited to foreign nationals,
as Brazilian citizens and residents also need to fill out this form.
The Customs Declaration form serves as a critical tool for
the Brazilian authorities to monitor and control the movement of goods across
borders. Thus, it helps to prevent illegal activities and ensures
compliance with local laws.
Countries Eligible for the Brazil e-DBV Online
The online Brazil Customs Declaration form (e-DBV) is available
for all nationalities.
Similar to the online Brazil visa application, this
electronic system has been implemented to:
- Remove
the need to complete a traditional paper-based form
- Remove
the need to wait in long lines on arrival or departure
You can complete it online in advance and
streamline the process of boarding your flight or other transportation, from
anywhere in the world.
Brazil Customs Declaration for Minors
The Brazil Customs Declaration for children under 16 years
old must be made by a parent or guardian on their behalf.
It's important to note that certain items cannot be
included in the baggage of minors, even if accompanied by their legal
representatives.
These items include alcoholic beverages, tobacco
products, or other products containing ingredients that can cause physical
or chemical dependence.
Requirements to Fill Out an e-DBV Form for
Brazil
To complete the e-DBV form, you'll need the
following:
- Personal
identification details, including passport information
- Travel
itinerary, including dates and purpose of your visit
- A
detailed list of all goods being brought into or taken out of Brazil,
particularly those subject to customs control
You should double-check all the information you
provide on the form and list all the relevant goods before you submit
it.
This is essential, as a penalty of 50% of the value exceeding
the exemption limit may be charged for misleading or incomplete
declarations.
Goods to Declare when Entering/Leaving Brazil
When traveling to or from Brazil, it's crucial to be aware
of the customs regulations regarding the declaration of goods.
All passengers over 16 need to declare goods that
exceed the Brazil tax exemption quotas, which are as follows:
- 12
liters of alcoholic drinks
- 10
packs of cigarettes (20 units each)25 units of cigars/cigarillos, or 250
grams of tobacco
- Up
to 20 units (no more than 10 identical units) of low-cost items (less than
US $10 each). Goods exceeding these quantities or not for personal use are
limited to 3 identical units.
The following also needs to be declared on your e-BBV form:
Any goods lost during the trip
Cash, in any currency, over the value of US $10,000
Items under regulatory control by the Health Department,
Agricultural Department or Army
Additionally, certain items cannot be considered as
part of standard baggage and must be declared. These include:
- Vehicles,
motorcycles, scooters, motorbikes, jet skis, and similar items, along with
their parts and accessories
- Engines
and parts for ships and aircraft.
- Products
under health surveillance intended for providing services to third parties
- Items
intended for corporations under the Common Import Regime (RCI).
- Goods
valued over US $3,000 are subject to a special customs regime of temporary
admission (applicable only to non-residents in Brazil).
Items bought in duty-free shops upon arrival in
Brazil do not count towards the foreign goods limit.
Purchases in these stores are limited to $500.00 per person.
How to Complete a Brazil Customs Declaration
Online
Completing the e-DBV online is straightforward and takes
just a few minutes:
- Enter your personal and travel details
as prompted
- Accurately
list all goods that require the declaration
- Review
your information for accuracy and completeness
- Pay
the processing fee
- Submit
the form electronically
Once the e-DBV form is submitted and processed, usually
within minutes, you receive an email confirmation containing a receipt
with a barcode.
You need to present this as proof of having submitted your
e-DBV on arrival at Cosmos in Brazil. You have the option to present it
on your mobile device or as a printed copy, either is accepted.
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Arriving
in Brazil with the e-BDV form
Upon your arrival in
Brazil, you’ll need to go to the 'goods to declare' channel at the port of
entry (if you indicated this is the case on your form).
You’ll have to present
your e-BDV barcode and proof of advance payment of import tax (if
applicable)
At land border
points, where there might not be specific 'goods to declare' channels, present
yourself to customs supervision before any inspection procedure begins, with
the documents mentioned above.
If you
have indicated ‘no goods to declare on the e-DBV, go to the channel marked as such on
arrival at customs in Brazil. However, you should be aware that if your
declaration is inaccurate, you can face penalties.
When to
Submit an e-DBV Customs Declaration for Brazil
The e-DBV form
should be submitted before you arrive in or depart from Brazil. You
can complete it up to 30 days before your departure date.
It's good practice
to complete the e-DBV as soon as your travel plans are confirmed,
and you have all the necessary information about the goods you'll be carrying.
Remember that an
e-BDV does not replace a visa. It’s important to revise the Brazil visa and requirements before your trip to the country to check if you’ll
need to submit a visa application in addition to an e-BDV form.
