A passport valid for at least six months from the intended date of entry in Brazil.

One Visa Application Form, completely filled out, dated and signed by the applicant. The application form is found at https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/.  

Two photographs, passport size, color, front view, no head cover, off-white plain background, taken within the last six months.  Snapshots, copies and computer photos will not be accepted.

A detailed letter from the sponsoring institution, stating the purpose of the trip. This document/letter should state the nature of the activity to be performed, duration and location of the engagement (we need the full names and addresses of the persons who will be responsible for the student in Brazil - the "hosting family"), contact information in Brazil.

Proof of financial means to support yourself in Brazil (we accept a notarized letter from the parents or a letter from the sponsoring institution assuming financial responsibility for the student during his/her permanence in Brazil).

Proof of residence in the jurisdiction of the Consulate for at least on year.

A certified copy of the appropriate registration of the sponsoring institution with the Brazilian competent authorities (Ata de Fundação and CNPJ Card).

For applicants over 18 years of age, a non-criminal record statement, obtained at Police Department of their place of residence;

For applicants under 18 years of age traveling alone, a copy of the birth certificate and a notarized letter of authorization signed by both parents is required. There is a $20.00 consular fee per legalization of document;

The International Immunization Certificate against yellow fever will only be required from international travelers coming from countries which pose a risk of international dissemination. Currently there are no countries posing such risk. (Please see FAQ 1402 at www.anvisa.gov.br ). Nevertheless, yellow fever vaccination is recommended if applicant intends to visit one of the following regions in Brazil: Acre, Amapá, Amazonas, Federal District, Goiás, Maranhão, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Pará, Rondônia, Roraima, Tocantins.

Upon arrival in Brazil, bearers of a Temporary Visa I must register with the Brazilian Federal Police Department (Delegacia de Estrangeiros) within 30 days from date of arrival.

Bearers of visas must enter Brazil no later than 90 days from the date of issuance of the visa.

Visa fee: $ 60.00. There is an additional $ 20.00 fee for a visa request not made in person by the applicant. Payments must be in U.S. Postal money order made out to the Consulate General of Brazil. Personal checks and cash will not be accepted.

In addition to the amounts indicated above, a non-refundable processing fee of $ 150.00 will be charged to all US passport holders in reciprocity for an identical fee paid by Brazilian citizens who apply for a visa to the USA. Payment must be in U.S. Postal money order made out to the Consulate General of Brazil. Personal checks and cash will not be accepted.

After all documentation is received by the Consulate, visa applications take at least 5 (five) working days to be processed (excluding the day when applications are received by the Consulate). Some visas (depending on the applicant's nationality or personal status) may require a longer processing time. If the Consulate is busier than usual, the processing time for visas may be extended. The Consulate does not have an expedite fee.

Visa applicants must set up an individual appointment to deliver the visa applications previously filled out online.  The scheduling page offers you options of dates and time slots. If the desired date and/or slot is not available, select another date and/or time slot. Click here to go to the scheduling page.

Please check here if you are applying for a student visa, but are not participating in an exchange program.

Please click here to read general information about visas.

Please read the list of frequently asked questions about visas