Brazil now requires an electronic visa (eVisa) for tourists from a growing list of nationalities, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and — as of a government ordinance signed in December 2025 — more than 30 countries in total starting 1 January 2026. If you're planning a holiday, family visit, or short leisure trip to Brazil, this guide walks you through exactly who needs the Tourist eVisa, what documents you'll need, how much it costs, and how the application process works.
The Brazil Tourist eVisa is an online travel authorization that lets eligible foreign nationals enter Brazil for tourism, sightseeing, family visits, and other leisure purposes without visiting a consulate or embassy in person. It's issued electronically and linked directly to your passport, so there's no physical stamp or sticker required. Once approved, you simply carry a printed or digital copy of your eVisa when you travel.
The Tourist eVisa falls under Brazil's Visitor Visa (VIVIS) category, which also covers short business trips, conferences, and other visits of up to 90 days. It replaced the older, slower consular visa process for eligible nationalities and is applied for entirely online through the official government-linked portal.
Brazil's eVisa requirement has expanded significantly over the past year. Here's the current picture:
required since 10 April 2025, when Brazil reinstated visa requirements for these three countries based on diplomatic reciprocity.
made mandatory and permanent under a Brazilian Ministry of Tourism ordinance signed on 20 December 2025, effective 1 January 2026. This brought the total list of eVisa-required nationalities to more than 30 countries, several of which were previously visa-exempt.
Because this list has changed twice within a single year, it's essential to confirm your specific nationality's requirement before booking flights. If your passport isn't on the eVisa list, you may still qualify for visa-free entry (typically for 90 days) or a visa on arrival, depending on your country.
The exact document checklist can vary slightly by nationality, but in general, applicants need to prepare:
Brazil does not require proof of vaccination to enter the country, even though some application forms include an optional vaccination upload field.
The application fee is $80.90 USD, payable online at the time of submission, regardless of nationality. This fee is non-refundable even if your application is rejected.
Validity depends on your nationality due to reciprocity rules:
| Nationality | Visa Validity Period | Allowed Entries |
|---|---|---|
| US citizens | Valid for up to 10 years | Multiple entries |
| Canadian and Australian citizens | Valid for up to 5 years | Multiple entries |
| Other nationalities (added under 2026 expansion) | Validity varies; check country-specific terms | Multiple entries |
Regardless of overall visa validity, each individual visit is capped at 90 days, extendable once to a maximum of 180 days within any rolling 12-month period.
The application is a straightforward online process:
with your personal details, passport information, and travel plans.
including your photo, passport scan, and flight itinerary.
securely online.
— most approvals arrive within 48–72 hours, though official guidance allows up to 10 business days, especially during peak travel periods like Carnival season.
to carry with you. Airlines will not issue a boarding pass without a valid eVisa on file for eligible nationalities.
It's strongly recommended to apply at least 4–8 weeks before your travel date, giving you enough buffer to correct any document issues without risking your trip.
While Brazil's official guidance states processing can take up to 10 business days, most straightforward applications with complete documentation are approved within 2–3 business days. Delays are more common during high season (December–February) and around major events like Carnival, so applying early is the safest approach.
Short airport transits without leaving the international zone typically don't require an eVisa, but if you'll pass through immigration or have a layover requiring entry, a transit eVisa may apply. Rules vary by nationality, so it's worth confirming before you fly.
No. For nationalities on the eVisa list, there is no visa-on-arrival option. The eVisa must be approved before you travel, or you risk being denied boarding by your airline.
Up to 90 days per visit, extendable once for a further 90 days through Brazil's Federal Police, for a maximum of 180 days within any 12-month period.
No. An eVisa requires advance online approval before travel, while a visa-on-arrival is issued at the border and an eTA is a lighter-touch travel authorization. Brazil's system for eligible nationalities is specifically an eVisa, requiring pre-approval.
The application fee is non-refundable, but you can typically reapply after correcting the issue that caused the rejection — most often incomplete documentation or photo non-compliance.
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 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.
