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Permanent Residency in Brazil
Child-Based Permanent Residency (VIPER)
For: Foreign parents of Brazilian-born children (child automatically receives Brazilian citizenship).
Key Requirements:
• Child’s official Brazilian birth certificate
• Proof of parental responsibility (legal guardianship or custody)
• Valid passport and CPF registration
• Police clearance certificate (apostilled & translated)
Duration: Permanent residency, subject to parental responsibility
Citizenship: Possible after 1 year of approved residency
Family-Based Residency Visa (VIPER)
For: Spouses, parents, or children of Brazilian citizens or permanent residents.
Key Requirements:
• Valid marriage certificate or birth certificate (apostilled & translated)
• CPF registration and valid passport
• Police clearance certificate (apostilled & translated)
• Proof of family relationship under Brazilian law
Duration: Permanent residency, subject to family relationship validity
Citizenship: Fast track in 1 year if married to Brazilian or parent of Brazilian child
Professional/Skilled Worker VIPER
For: Foreign professionals with job offers from Brazilian government or private entities.
Key Requirements:
• Signed employment contract from Brazilian institution
• Academic/professional qualifications (diplomas, certifications)
• Valid passport and CPF registration
• Police clearance certificate (apostilled & translated)
Duration: Begins as temporary, transitions to permanent with continued employment
Citizenship: Possible after 4 years
Real Estate Investment Visa (Golden Visa)
For: Foreigners with a valid job offer from a Brazilian company
Key Requirements:
• Minimum investment: BRL 1,000,000 (approx. USD 180,000)
• BRL 700,000 for North and Northeast regions
• Can combine multiple properties in same region
• Initial 4-year authorization, convertible to indefinite
Duration: Permanent residency after 4 years
Citizenship: 5-year journey from residency to Brazilian passport
Company Investment Visa (VIPER)
For: Business investors creating or investing in Brazilian companies.
Key Requirements:
• Minimum investment: BRL 500,000 (BRL 150,000 for tech companies)
• Employ at least 2 Brazilians at R$ 1,200/month minimum
• Maintain physical address and active business plan
• Appoint legal representative in Brazil
Duration: Permanent residency, subject to business plan compliance
Citizenship: Possible after 4 years (3 years with USD 200k property investment)