If you're traveling to Brazil for meetings, negotiations, conferences, or other short-term corporate activity, you'll need the Brazil Business eVisa rather than the standard Tourist eVisa. Since Brazil reinstated visa requirements for US, Canadian, and Australian citizens in April 2025 — and expanded the list to over 30 nationalities from 1 January 2026 — business travelers now need to plan their eVisa application as carefully as any other part of a corporate trip. This guide covers exactly who needs it, what documents to prepare, and how the process works.
The Business eVisa falls under the same Visitor Visa (VIVIS) category as the Tourist eVisa, but it's specifically authorized for business-related activity: attending meetings, contract negotiations, site visits, industry conferences, and similar professional engagements. It does not permit local employment or payment from a Brazilian source — your salary must continue to be paid by your employer in your home country throughout the trip.
Like the Tourist eVisa, it's processed entirely online, with no in-person consular visit required, and is electronically linked to your passport rather than issued as a physical stamp.
The same nationality list that applies to Brazil's Tourist eVisa applies here:
If your passport isn't on this list, check whether you qualify for visa-free business entry instead — many nationalities can still attend short business meetings visa-free for up to 90 days, provided they don't receive local payment.
In addition to the standard eVisa documents (passport scan, photo, proof of onward travel), business applicants typically need to submit:
Consistency across every document matters more than most applicants realize. If your employer's letter mentions only meetings while the Brazilian host's invitation references training or implementation work, immigration officers may question whether the Business eVisa is even the right category — so make sure both letters describe the same activity in the same terms.
The official application fee through Brazil's government-linked VFSeVisa portal is $80.90 USD, the same as the Tourist eVisa. Be cautious of third-party sites quoting significantly higher "service fees" — always confirm you're applying through the official channel.
Validity mirrors the Tourist eVisa:
| Nationality | Visa Validity | Entries Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| US citizens | Up to 10 years | Multiple entries |
| Canadian and Australian citizens | Up to 5 years | Multiple entries |
| Other nationalities (added from 2026) | Validity varies by country | Multiple entries |
Each individual visit is limited to 90 days, extendable once to a maximum of 180 days in any 12-month period through Brazil's Federal Police.
passport scan, photo, employer support letter, and Brazilian host invitation letter if available.
on the official VFSeVisa portal, selecting the Business category and describing your trip purpose accurately.
ensuring the business purpose is consistent across every letter.
online.
typically 48–72 hours for straightforward applications, though official guidance allows up to 10 business days.
and carry it with your travel documents; airlines will check for it before issuing a boarding pass.
It's worth being precise here, since misclassifying your trip can create real problems at the border:
When in doubt about which category fits your trip, it's worth getting clarity before applying rather than after a rejected application.
Yes. Business eVisa holders can also engage in tourism activities during the same trip, as long as the overall 90-day stay limit and reciprocity rules for your nationality are respected.
It's not always mandatory, but it's strongly recommended. An invitation letter demonstrates a legitimate business purpose and local sponsorship, and can help avoid delays during processing.
Both fall under the same visitor visa category and share the same fee, validity rules, and 90-day stay limit. The difference is in purpose and documentation — Business eVisa applications need to demonstrate a genuine corporate purpose, typically supported by an employer letter and (ideally) a Brazilian host invitation.
No. Receiving payment from a Brazilian source is considered employment and requires a separate work visa. Your salary must continue to come from your employer outside Brazil for the full duration of your trip.
Most complete applications are approved within 2–3 business days, though Brazil's official guidance allows up to 10 business days. Applying at least 4–6 weeks before travel gives you a safe buffer, especially if additional documentation is requested.
VistoRoute is an independent visa information and facilitation platform and is not affiliated with the Government of Brazil or any consular authority. We help travelers and business professionals understand eligibility and prepare accurate applications, but all final decisions on visa issuance rest with Brazilian immigration authorities. For official government guidance, always cross-check with your nearest Brazilian consulate.
