Temporary Residency in Brazil

Digital Nomad Visa

For: Remote workers employed by foreign companies or self-employed with international clients.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum monthly income: USD 1,500–2,000

• Valid health insurance covering Brazil

• Cannot work for Brazilian employers

Duration: 1 year, renewable once (maximum 2 years)

Family Reunion (VITEM XI)

For: Foreign family members of Brazilian citizens or legal residents (spouses, partners, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren)

Key Requirements:

• Close family relationship with Brazilian citizen or legal resident

• Proof of Brazilian relative’s citizenship or legal residency

•All foreign documents must be apostilled & translated in Brazil

Duration: Up to 1 year, renewable; leads to permanent residency

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Retirement Visa (VITEM XIV)

For: Foreign retirees with stable pension or retirement income from abroad

Key Requirements:

• Minimum monthly income: USD 2,000 transferred to Brazil

• Transfer monthly pension to Brazilian bank account

•Additional income required for dependents

Duration: Up to 2 years, renewable; transitions to permanent residency (VIPER)

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Work Visa (VITEM V)

For: Foreigners with a valid job offer from a Brazilian company

Key Requirements:

• Brazilian Ministry of Labor approval required

• Signed employment contract

• Qualifications compatible with job role

Duration: Up to 2 years, renewable; leads to permanent residency


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Study Visa (VITEM IV)

For: International students enrolled in recognized Brazilian educational institutions

Key Requirements:

• Proof of enrollment and financial means

• Minimum study load: 15 hours per week

• Work is NOT permitted under this visa

Duration: Up to 1 year, renewable for duration of studies


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