Brazil digital nomad visa (2026)

Who can apply

• Employment or service contract with a foreign employer
• Work that can be done remotely using digital tools
• Foreign income of US$1,500 a month or US$18,000 in bank funds
• Health insurance valid in Brazil for the whole stay

Income requirement

You need to show at least US$1,500 per month, or US$18,000 in savings. Income must come from a foreign source; as an alternative, bank funds of at least US$18,000 can be shown.

Documents you need

• Online visa application form
• Passport with at least two blank pages and a photo
• Police clearance certificate, apostilled where required
• Health insurance valid in Brazil
• Employer letter or contract confirming remote work
• Pay slips or three months of bank statements

How to apply, step by step

1. Fill in the online form through the consular system and upload documents
2. Pay the consular fee and attend the appointment if required
3. Collect the visa (sent by email for visa-exempt nationals since September 2026)
4. Register with the Federal Police within 90 days of arrival

Cost and processing time

The fee is set per consulate and nationality (for example QAR 400 at the embassy in Doha). Processing takes set per consulate. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

Official pages reviewed do not address tax. Brazilian tax residency usually starts after 183 days in a 12-month period, so check before staying long.

Good to know

• From 1 September 2026, visa-exempt nationals receive this visa electronically
• Federal Police registration within 90 days of entry is mandatory

Visiting first?

103 passports can enter Brazil visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Brazil visa requirements for your passport.

Official source

Consulate-General of Brazil in London – Digital Nomads (VITEM XIV)

Not yet confirmed on an official source: renewal, fee, processing time. Check these with the consulate before you apply.