Brazil eVisa Application Form Complete Process

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What is the Brazil eVisa?

Recently, Brazil has revised its entry protocols, impacting tourists from the United States, Canada, Australia, and other nations. This article aims to thoroughly explore the updated eVisa system, designed to streamline the entry process for international guests.

In early January 2024, Brazil expanded its visa exemption policy to include travellers from the US, Canada, and Australia. However, this policy shifted shortly after that, discontinuing visa-free entry for Canadian citizens starting January 10, 2024. From April 10, 2024, citizens of the US, Canada, and Australia will join other international visitors in obtaining an e-visa for entry into Brazil. The subsequent sections provide detailed information on this process.

Is Every Non-Brazilian Passport Holder Eligible for a Brazilian E-Visa?

No, you can only apply for an e-visa to Brazil if you are a citizen or passport holder from either of the following countries:

• Australia
• Canada 
• The United States of America

Other than the countries above, citizens from other countries have to apply for a traditional Brazilian visa. 

Types of E-Visas Offered by Brazil

Suppose you hold a passport from one of the eligible countries for the eVisa. In that case, you can apply for this electronic visa, provided that the reason for your visit aligns with any of the following specified activities.

• Tourism e-visa to Brazil:A tourist e-visa refers to a travel document for an individual from abroad who seeks to engage in activities for leisure, education, or recreation or to visit family members.
• Business e-visa to Brazil: A business e-visa refers to a travel document for an international individual who travels to participate in meetings, attend trade shows, and engage in business-related events. Their activities may include exploring commercial prospects, finalising agreements, and conducting audits or consultations. It's important to note that engaging in paid work in Brazil is not permitted for such visitors. Additionally, their visit is limited to at most 90 days.
• Transit e-visa to Brazil: A traveller in transit refers to an individual from another country who must pass through Brazil to reach their final destination. This type of traveller does not require an e-visa if they are on a direct journey that necessitates layovers or connections within Brazil, under two conditions: (a) if they remain within the international transit zone of the Brazilian port or airport without going through Brazilian immigration (b) they must possess a through air ticket, which can be issued by multiple cooperating airlines.
• Crewmember e-visa to Brazil: This e-visa is issued to a guest or an individual from abroad serving as a crew member on an aircraft or ship. However, this excludes instances where the individual holds an international seafarer card issued following the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention's provisions.

What is the Validity of Different Types of Brazil E-Visas?

Unlike most e-visas, the Brazilian e-visa has different validity according to the nationality of the applicants. A Brazil e-visa is valid for five years for citizens holding passports from Australia and Canada. However, the e-visa validity increases to 10 years for US citizens. 

Regardless of the validity, the maximum duration to stay in Brazil is 90 days from the date you enter. 

What is the Processing Time for an E-Visa to Brazil?

It typically takes 5 business days to process an eVisa application. To ensure a smooth and stress-free experience, submit your eVisa application at least 14 days before your planned trip to Brazil. This advance application provides ample opportunity to review meticulously and, if necessary, amend your visa application.

If there is an emergency for which you cannot follow the Brazil e-visa processing time guidelines, then you can contact us here, and we will expedite your e-visa application through either our “urgent” or “super urgent” processing services. 

What is the Cost of a Brazilian E-Visa?

The official or Government charges of acquiring an e-visa to Brazil have been set at USD 81 by the concerned officials. You must pay an additional “Processing Fee”, which will be added to the Brazil visa fee during the final payout stage. 

We offer three different e-visa processing services, namely “Standard”, “Urgent” and “Superurgent”. There are additional processing fees associated with each of the above categories. Here is a brief detail about our different types of Brazil e-visa processing services:

• Standard Processing: This cost-effective alternative is perfect for travellers who arrange their trips ahead of time.
• Urgent Processing: Choose this option if you need your e-visa sooner than our usual processing time allows. It comes with an extra charge for faster service.
• Superurgent Processing: Our superurgent processing service is the ideal choice for the fastest possible processing. This top-tier option requires an additional expedited fee to ensure the quickest handling of your e-visa.

Requirements for a Brazil eVisa Application Form

In this section, we will cover the required documents you must have handy before you start filling out your Brazil e-visa application form. 

Required Documents for a Tourism/Transit Brazilian E-Visa

For your travel to Brazil, ensure you have the following to apply for an e-visa:

• A current passport, valid until your return from Brazil, has at least two empty visa pages.
• Passport-sized photo (2 inches by 2 inches) against a white backdrop. Refer to the specific Brazil visa photo requirements here.
• The eVisa fee, amounting to $81, needs to be paid.
• Proof of your round-trip travel arrangements, whether by air, sea, or land. This could be a flight, ship, or bus booking that shows your entry and exit from Brazil.
• A recent bank statement (last 30 days) demonstrates a minimum balance of $2,000. Alternatively, you can provide evidence of income, a credit card statement, or:
• A letter from a cruise company confirming your purchase of a cruise ticket, or
• Proof of payment for a cruise ticket if travelling individually.

Required Documents for a Brazil Business E-Visa

Those travelling to Brazil for business purposes must provide some additional documents listed below apart from the ones mentioned above. Business purposes include company meetings, consulting, auditing, site visits, signing of contracts, journalistic activities, and cruise or airline crew members.

Individuals must provide a letter from their employer, whether a U.S. or Brazilian firm. This letter, which needs to be written on official company letterhead and bear the signature of a higher-level executive (such as a manager, director, or supervisor), should include several key details:

• A description of the company’s or organisation's operations and activities within Brazil.
• Details regarding the applicant's role, including their official title, job responsibilities, and monthly income.
• An explanation of the specific tasks and business dealings the applicant will undertake during their stay in Brazil.
• The names and locations of any Brazilian enterprises the applicant will engage with for business purposes.
• Information about contacts in Brazil, including names, phone numbers, and their respective job titles.
• The anticipated dates for the applicant's travel.
• A statement confirming that the company will financially support the applicant during their stay in Brazil.
• An assurance that the applicant will not engage in technical assistance or paid work in Brazil, as these activities necessitate a VITEM V temporary work visa.

What Should Minor Applicants Provide While Applying for Brazil E-Visa?

Besides the e-visa application prerequisites previously mentioned, individuals under 18 years old at the time of their application are required to submit these extra documents:

• The child's original birth certificate, along with a photocopy.
• A completed "Authorization for Issuance of Brazilian Visa for a Minor" form duly signed by both parents.
• In cases where the child has one or more Brazilian parent(s), a formal declaration confirming the child's non-Brazilian citizenship is needed. This implies that the child does not possess a Brazilian birth certificate. This declaration should be signed by the Brazilian parent(s).
• If the birth certificate lists only one parent, then only the signature of that parent is necessary.
• For situations where a single parent has been granted exclusive custody of the child, it is mandatory to present a legally notarised copy of the court decision that confirms sole custody and exclusive parental rights.
• In the event of a parent's demise, the corresponding death certificate must be provided.
• Copies of both parents' passports or photo identification are required.
• The parents' photo identification names must correspond with the names on the child's birth certificate. Should there be a name change by any parent since the birth certificate was issued, evidence of the name change, such as a marriage certificate or a legal court order, must be presented. This requirement also applies to adults, even if they are not minors, in cases where there has been a name change.

Who is Exempt From Obtaining an E-Visa to Visit Brazil?

• Flight attendants and pilots possessing an International Air Crew Card and mariners with an International Seafarer Card, per Term 185 from the International Labor Organization (ILO), are not required to obtain an eVisa. However, aircrew and seafarers need these cards to secure an eVisa for travel.
• Also, travellers transiting through Brazil do not need an e-visa who 

1. Remain in the international transit zone of an airport or port in Brazil without going through Brazilian immigration OR
2. Possess a legitimate ticket for a connecting flight provided by various collaborating airlines

Application Form Process of Brazil E-Visa

Here is a step-by-step guide to completing the application form to obtain a Brazil e-visa. The application process is divided into seven stages. You must go through the sample images provided below for each stage. It will make the Brazil e-visa application form filling process easy for you. 

Eligibility Criteria

This is the first stage of the Brazil e-visa application process, where you will be required to provide the following details:

• Nationality details
• Type of visa you want (meaning tourism/transit/business)
• Your purpose of travelling to Brazil
• Whether you are applying for yourself or someone else
• Date of birth details (in DD/MM/YYYY format)
• Declare if you are a minor or not
• State how you plan on entering Brazil (air/land/sea)
• Declare if you possess a Brazilian passport

Upload Document

This is the second stage of the e-visa application process. In this stage, you will be asked to upload certain essential documents. Ensure the documents are in .jpg, .jpeg or pdf format and must not exceed the size specified under each tab. You must have the following documents handy during this stage:

• Passport page
• Recent passport-sized photograph (2 x nos)
• Travel document
• Bank statement
• Proof of employment (if applicable)
• Signed invitation from a Brazilian company/institution (if applicable)
• Additional documents (if applicable)

Passport Details

The third stage of the e-visa application process is where you must furnish your passport details for them to be verified by the concerned government officials. Apart from your passport image, you will be asked to provide the following information:

• Passport number
• Passport issue/expiry dates
• Your full name
• Marital status
• Gender
• Birthplace details
• Some additional details

Note: Fields followed by (*) marks are mandatory, while unmarked fields can be left blank. 

Travel Details

This is the fourth stage of the Brazilian e-visa application process, where you will be asked to furnish all details regarding your trip:

• Estimated arrival/exit dates
• Additional travel details
• If you have been to Brazil previously (Yes/No)
  
  

Address Details

The fifth stage of the e-visa application form-filling process is entering your correspondence address details. Additionally, if you have any contacts in Brazil, you must also furnish their correspondence details. 

Additional Details

Stage six of the application process will require you to provide additional details, as highlighted in the image below.

Application Summary-

"I am aware of and consent to the following: any personal data concerning me which appear on this visa application form will be supplied to the relevant authorities in Brazil and processed by those authorities, if necessary, for the purposes of a decision on my visa application. I declare that to the best of my knowledge all particulars supplied by me are correct and complete. I am aware that any false statements will lead to my application being rejected or to the annulment of a visa already granted and may also render me liable to prosecution under the law of the Brazilian State which deals with the application. I undertake to leave the territory of Brazil upon the expiry of the visa, if granted. I have been informed that possession of a visa is only one of the prerequisites for entry into the territory of Brazil. The mere fact that a visa has been granted to me does not mean that I will be entitled to compensation if I fail to comply with the relevant provisions of the laws of Brazil. The prerequisites for entry will be checked again on entry into the territory of Brazil"

Payment of E-Visa Application Fee

After carefully submitting all the documents and furnishing all the details, you will be asked to pay the e-visa application fee for Brazil. You can use any Credit/Debit card (Mastercard/Visa) to pay the e-visa application and processing fees. 

How Do I Receive My Approved E-Visa to Brazil? 

Once your payment is processed, we will send you an email to inform you about the outcome of your application. This email will let you know if your application is accepted or declined or if we need more information. In case of approval, a PDF of your eVisa will be emailed to you. 

You must download this document, take a printout, and carry it with you during boarding and arrival in Brazil. For added convenience, save a copy of the eVisa on your mobile device.

What Will Happen If I Only Have a Soft Copy of My Brazil E-Visa at the Arrival Point?

Having a printed copy of your eVisa with you at the airport. Please do so to avoid being denied boarding your flight.

Guidelines for Successfully Completing the Brazil eVisa 

Apart from the detailed information provided above regarding how to apply for a Brazil e-visa, here are some additional guidelines for a successful e-visa application submission:

Handling Browser Security Alerts

If you encounter a browser alert indicating that the connection is not secure or is untrusted while trying to access the online form, you can safely ignore this warning. To continue, you should add a security exception (select 'Add Exception', then 'Confirm Security Exception'). 

This situation arises because some browsers may not recognise the security certificate automatically. Rest assured, the destination site is secure. The Brazilian company that develops the software utilised by the Brazilian Government provides the security certificate.

Guidelines for Invitation Letters for International Visitors:

There isn't a universal template for invitation letters, but specific details must be included. These are the visitor's full name, nationality, purpose and duration. In Brazil, the invitation letter must have the host's signature legally certified. Visitors should also be ready to present the original invitation letter at the consulate when required.

Health Advisory for Travelers to Brazil:

Vaccination against yellow fever, while not obligatory, is strongly advised for all foreign visitors to Brazil. Additional information regarding this recommendation can be found on the websites of the World Health Organization and the Brazilian Ministry of Health (Ministério da Saúde).

FAQs

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