Visa Note and Fees
CHECK YOUR VISA STATUS
If you have applied for a visa in the Embassy of Brazil in New Delhi, you can check your visa status by clicking on this link and providing your name and date of birth.
This type of visa is usually granted for the following activities:
- Tourism;
- Cultural, educational or recreational activities;
- Family visits;
- Media/film coverage;
- To join aircraft or vessel as part of its crew and
- Travelers transiting through Brazilian airports to other countries, whenever the onward flight is booked under a separate ticket and/or different code.
Visitor Visas are also granted in the additional following cases:
- Performing voluntary work;
- Research, learning or academic extension activities;
- Health treatment;
- Adoption of a Brazilian minor;
Observation: the visa holder must not engage in remunerated work in Brazil (receive payment in exchange of work from a Brazilian tax identification number) and the activities must not exceed 90 days.
Extensions (in Brazil only): up to a further 90 days, adding up to a maximum of 180 days in any twelve-month period. Those willing to extend their stay should apply for extension at the closest offices of the Brazilian Federal Police
- Passport original and copy (signed , valid at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages).
- Online Visa Application Form (RER) - signed by both parents, in the case of minors. Fill out the online form and upload all the necessary supporting documents.
- Passport original and copy (signed , valid at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages).
- Proof of financial capability of the applicant/parents/sponsos (such as bank statements of the past three months or ITR or paycheck slip).
- Passport-style photo compliant with ICAO requirements taken in the last 6 months.
- Flight tickets (booked itinerary showing entrance into and exit from Brazil).
- Personal Cover Letter with relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip.
- Hotel reservation or similar document. Where appropriate, invitation letter from the company or organiser of the event.
- Minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarised. If the minor is travelling alone in Brazil, a Travel Authorization Form, signed by both parents, notarized and apostilled by the MEA, is also required.
For purposes other than tourism, such as conferences, seminars or participation in tournaments, the following documents must be submitted in addition:
a) If you are going to attend a conference as a spectator, or an open tournament as an amateur athlete or artist, in addition to all of the above mentioned documents, you must submit a proof of registration: hard copy of the confirmation that you have signed up to attend the event.
b) If you have been invited to attend a conference as a speaker, or a competition as a professional athlete/artist, and you are not going to receive any proceeds from a Brazilian source, in addition to all of the above mentioned documents, you must submit a signed invitation letter issued by the event’s organizer. This document must provide detailed information about the event, including:
- Name of the institution organizing the event;
- Name(s) of the person(s) in charge of the event organization in Brazil, including phone number(s), position(s) and e-mail(s), in case further information is deemed necessary;
- Type/description of event;
- Dates and venue where the event will take place;
- Terms of your participation in the event.
Important observation
The original documents must be presented at the consular section, along with a copy of the online confirmation page (RER confirmation page) and proof of payment.
Visas should only be submitted after receiving an e-mail confirmation and due instructions from the consular section of the Embassy.
The Embassy may request additional information/documentation or an interview (at the Embassy or via Skype or WhatsApp) with the applicant, as deemed necessary.
Processing time is 15 working days.
- Passport original and copy (signed , valid at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages).
- Online Visa Application Form (RER) - signed by both parents, in the case of minors. Fill out the online form and upload all the necessary supporting documents.
- Passport original and copy (signed , valid at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages).
- Proof of financial capability of the applicant/parents/sponsos (such as bank statements of the past three months or ITR or paycheck slip).
- Passport-style photo compliant with ICAO requirements taken in the last 6 months.
- Flight tickets (booked itinerary showing entrance into and exit from Brazil).
- Personal Cover Letter with relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip.
- Hotel reservation or similar document. Where appropriate, invitation letter from the company or organiser of the event.
- Minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarised. If the minor is travelling alone in Brazil, a Travel Authorization Form, signed by both parents, notarized and apostilled by the MEA, is also required.
Processing time is 15 working days.
The only method of payment currently accepted by the Embassy is a non-refundable identified bank transfer or deposit Embassy RBL Bank account. The applicant will receive the details once the process is analysed and ready to be processed.
The applicant's NAME must show up in the Embassy's bank account. The bank transfer should be made directly from the applicant's own personal bank account, not from the agent's account or another third party's account. Any transfer or deposit method that does not indicate the applicant's NAME in the Embassy's bank account cannot be accepted for the payment of consular fees. If any credit is made without the identification of the applicant by NAME, the service will not be performed and the amount cannot be refunded.
LENGTH OF STAY
The visa holder must not engage in remunerated work in Brazil (receive payment in exchange of work from a Brazilian tax identification number) and the activities must not exceed 90 days.
Extensions (in Brazil only): up to a further 90 days, adding up to a maximum of 180 days in any twelve-month period. Those willing to extend their stay should apply for extension at the closest office of the Brazilian Federal Police.
| Visa Fee | 8,000 |
Visa Forms For : Letter of consent for Minor, Travel Authorization Form, Tourist Checklist,
CHECK YOUR VISA STATUS
If you have applied for a visa in the Embassy of Brazil in New Delhi, you can check your visa status by clicking on this link and providing your name and date of birth.
This type of visa is usually granted for the following activities:
- Participation in meetings, fairs and business events, journalistic coverage, prospecting for commercial opportunities, and signing contracts;
- Carrying out an audit or consultancy;
- Performing voluntary work;
- Research, learning or academic extension activities;
- Participation in meetings, fairs and business events, as well as prospecting business opportunities;
- to work aboard a cruise ship along the Brazilian coast, or as an aircraft crew member;
- to carry out maritime activities, on a continuous basis, aboard a vessel or platform flying a foreign flag, which may operate or will be operating in Brazilian jurisdictional waters;
Required Documents:
- Online Visa Application Form (RER). Fill out the online form and upload all the necessary supporting documents.
- Passport original and copy (signed, valid at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages);
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months or ITR or paycheck slip);
- Passport-style photo compliant with ICAO requirements taken in the last 6 months;
- Flight tickets (booked itinerary showing entrance into and exit from Brazil);
- Personal Cover Letter with relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip;
- Hotel reservation or similar document;
- Invitation letter from the company or organiser of the event - documents provided by an inviting company or sponsor can be submitted either with signatures notarised in Brazil or, as an alternative, signed digitally and sent via e-mail - consular.newdelhi@itamaraty.gov.br .
Important observation
The original documents must be presented at the consular section, along with a copy of the online confirmation page (RER confirmation page) and proof of payment.
Visas should only be submitted after receiving an e-mail confirmation and due instructions from the consular section of the Embassy.
The Embassy may request additional information/documentation or an interview (at the Embassy or via Skype or WhatsApp) with the applicant, as deemed necessary.
Processing time is 15 working days.
- Online Visa Application Form (RER). Fill out the online form and upload all the necessary supporting documents.
- Passport original and copy (signed, valid at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages);
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months or ITR or paycheck slip);
- Passport-style photo compliant withICAO requirements taken in the last 6 months;
- Flight tickets (booked itinerary showing entrance into and exit from Brazil);
- Personal Cover Letter with relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip;
- Hotel reservation or similar document;
- Invitation letter from the company or organiser of the event - documents provided by an inviting company or sponsor can be submitted either with signatures notarised in Brazil or, as an alternative, signed digitally and sent via e-mail - consular.newdelhi@itamaraty.gov.br .
Processing time is 15 working days.
The only method of payment currently accepted by the Embassy is a non-refundable identified bank transfer or deposit EmbassyRBL Bank account. The applicant will receive the details once the process is analysed and ready to be processed.
The applicant's NAME must show up in the Embassy's bank account. The bank transfer should be made directly from the applicant's own personal bank account, not from the agent's account or another third party's account. Any transfer or deposit method that does not indicate the applicant's NAME in the Embassy's bank account cannot be accepted for the payment of consular fees. If any credit is made without the identification of the applicant by NAME, the service will not be performed and the amount cannot be refunded.
LENGTH OF STAY
The visa holder must not engage in remunerated work in Brazil (receive payment in exchange of work from a Brazilian tax identification number) and the activities must not exceed 90 days.
Extensions (in Brazil only): up to a further 90 days, adding up to a maximum of 180 days in any twelve-month period. Those willing to extend their stay should apply for extension at the closest office of the Brazilian Federal Police.
| Visa Fee | 8,000 |
Visa Forms For : Letter of consent for Minor, Business Checklist,
CHECK YOUR VISA STATUS
If you have applied for a visa in the Embassy of Brazil in New Delhi, you can check your visa status by clicking on this link and providing your name and date of birth.
Citizens of countries with no visa exemption agreements with Brazil, in possession of separate tickets, stopping over in Brazil on their way to a final destination (having to leave the transit zone), must hold a transit visa.
Visas remain unnecessary for nationals of countries with visa exemption agreements, regardless of the type of ticket.
If you do not qualify for visa exemption, please verify your ticket.
If you have one single ticket, under a single booking reference, stating both the origin and the final destination, regardless of multiple stopovers or multiple carriers, and as long as you remain in the transit zone, you do not require a transit visa. If you have separate tickets for inbound and outbound flights, a transit visa is required.
Length of stay in Brazil
Valid for up to 90 days, not extendable, applicable for multiple entries.
- Online Visa Application Form; Fill out the online form and upload all the necessary supporting documents.
- Passport original and copy (signed,& valid at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages)
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months or ITR or paycheck slip)
- Passport-style photo compliant with ICAO requirements taken in the last 6 months;
- Flight tickets (booked itinerary showing entrance into and exit from Brazil);
- Personal Cover Letter with relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip;
- Where appropriate, hotel reservation or similar document;
- Where appropriate, invitation letter from the company or organiser of the event;
- Minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarised;
- If applicable, visa for the final destination;
Processing time is 15 working days.
- Online Visa Application Form; Fill out the online form and upload all the necessary supporting documents.
- Passport original and copy (signed, valid at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages)
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months or ITR or paycheck slip)
- Passport-style photo compliant with ICAO requirements taken in the last 6 months;
- Flight tickets (booked itinerary showing entrance into and exit from Brazil);
- Personal Cover Letter with relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip;
- Where appropriate, hotel reservation or similar document;
- Where appropriate, invitation letter from the company or organiser of the event;
- Minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarised;
- If applicable, visa for the final destination;
Processing time is 15 working days.
| Visa Fee | 1600 |
Visa Forms For : Letter of consent for Minor,
CHECK YOUR VISA STATUS
If you have applied for a visa in the Embassy of Brazil in New Delhi, you can check your visa status by clicking on this link and providing your name and date of birth.
Application to be submitted by the Brazilian company to the Brazilian Ministry of Justice. After granted, the authorization from the Ministry of Justice is valid for 6 months.
- Work under a Brazilian-ruled employment contract approved by the Ministry of Labor;
- Local provision of services of any nature, including any training, technical assistance and transfer of technology, in any duration;
- Provision of services to a Brazilian government agency/organization under a contract or an international agreement;
- Employees of foreign corporations to work as trainees or interns at their subsidiaries in Brazil, as well as intra-company or intra-conglomerate professional training or professional exchange program;
- Post graduate students seeking short term professional training during school holidays or vacation, without a formal employment relationship with a Brazilian company;
- Scientists, researchers, professors, technicians to work with public or private entities, educational entities or science/technology entities;
- Instructors or professors traveling to Brazil to teach a foreign language;
- Professional athletes;
- Crew member of a foreign tourism vessel operating in Brazilian waters, without local contract;
- Crew member of fishing vessel operating in Brazilian waters, chartered by a Brazilian company;
- Crew member of vessel or platform operating in Brazilian waters as the result of a lease contract with a Brazilian company;
- Professionals without a work contract with a Brazilian company travelling to Brazil to perform studies and/or research regarding the preparation of bidding proposals for train lines.
The application procedure is initiated in Brazil by the Brazilian sponsoring company with submission of the pertinent application and supporting documents to the Brazilian Ministry of JUSTICE. The Embassy will only issue visas for permits that have been pre-approved by the Ministry of Justice.
Within 90 days of entry in Brazil, holders of this type of visa must register at the Federal Police and submit a copy of the visa application form provided by this Embassy.
Required documents:
- Online Visa Application Form (RER);
- Passport, ID page must be uploaded;
- Police Clearance Certificate (Police checks are valid for up to 90 days from the date of issue), from every place the applicant resided for the last 12 months;
- Approval by the Brazilian Ministry of Justice;
- Personal Cover Letter, signed by the applicant;
- Letter from the applicant's employer, with a notarised signature (attested by a notary public), original;
- Letter from the inviting company in Brazil, with a notarised signature (attested by a notary public), original;
- Flight tickets;
Processing time is 30 working days.
As an alternative to submitting original documents with signatures notarised in Brazil, documents provided by an inviting company or sponsor can be signed digitally and sent via e-mail. consular.newdelhi@itamaraty.gov.br .
- Online Visa Application Form (RER);
- Passport, ID page must be uploaded;
- Police Clearance Certificate (Police checks are valid for up to 90 days from the date of issue), from every place the applicant resided for the last 12 months;
- Approval by the Brazilian Ministry of Justice;
- Personal Cover Letter, signed by the applicant;
- Letter from the applicant's employer, with a notarised signature (attested by a notary public), original;
- Letter from the inviting company in Brazil, with a notarised signature (attested by a notary public), original;
- Flight tickets;
Processing time is 30 working days.
Length of stay in Brazil
Granted period: up to 2 years, depending on nature of work.
Validity: 1 year. This means that the applicant must use the visa within 1 year from date of issue before expiration.
The only method of payment currently accepted by the Embassy is a non-refundable identified bank transfer or deposit EmbassyRBL Bank account. The applicant will receive the details once the process is analysed and ready to be processed.
The applicant's NAME must show up in the Embassy's bank account. The bank transfer should be made directly from the applicant's own personal bank account, not from the agent's account or another third party's account. Any transfer or deposit method that does not indicate the applicant's NAME in the Embassy's bank account cannot be accepted for the payment of consular fees. If any credit is made without the identification of the applicant by NAME, the service will not be performed and the amount cannot be refunded.
| Visa Fee | 10,000 |
Visa Forms For : Pre-Approved Work Visa, Letter of consent for Minor,
The visa holder must not engage in remunerated work in Brazil and the activities must not exceed 90 days.
This type of visa is usually granted for the following activities:
- Tourism; Cultural, educational or recreational activities;
- Family visits;
- Participation in conferences, workshops, congresses or reunions;
- Performing voluntary work;
- Research, learning or academic extension activities;
- Participation in meetings, fairs and business events, as well as prospecting business opportunities;
- Media/film coverage;
- As an auditor or consultant;
- To join aircraft or vessel as part of its crew; and
- Travelers transiting through Brazilian airports to other countries, whenever the onward flight is booked under a separate ticket and/or different code.
Applicants must refrain from sending documents by email, unless requested to do so by the Consulate.
All the original documents must be presented by the applicant/agent at the Consulate, in addition to the form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo compliant with ICAO requirements taken in the last 6 months). The Consulate may request additional information/documentation or an interview with the applicant, as deemed necessary.
If presented by an agent, s/he must show her/his Aadhaar card and the authority letter signed by the applicant, both original.
- Online visa application form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo as mentioned above);
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages): pages 2 (basic information) and 63 (relatives and address);
- Visa fee receipt (containing name, date, amount and reference number);
- Covering letters: personal and from the company (containing relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip);
- Invitation letter (see instructions); Invitation letters may be in English or Portuguese.
- Air tickets and hotel bookings;
- Leave letter and day-to-day itinerary (if tourism purpose);
- Police Clearance Certificate (in case of work or other VITEM);
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months, ITR and paycheck slip);
- For minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarized.
All documents must be uploaded into the online visa form. Documents that are not uploaded by the applicant might be disregarded.
You may employ the platform for digital signatures from the Brazilian Federal Government. In this case, the pdf original version must be sent to our email address visa.mumbai@itamaraty.gov.br, for verification of authenticity.
- Online visa application form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo as mentioned above);
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages): pages 2 (basic information) and 63 (relatives and address);
- Visa fee receipt (containing name, date, amount and reference number);
- Covering letters: personal and from the company (containing relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip);
- Invitation letter (see instructions); Invitation letters may be in English or Portuguese.
- Air tickets and hotel bookings;
- Leave letter and day-to-day itinerary (if tourism purpose);
- Police Clearance Certificate (in case of work or other VITEM);
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months, ITR and paycheck slip);
- For minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarized.
Processing time is 15 working days.
Currently, the only method of payment accepted by the Consulate is a non-refundable identified bank transfer or deposit to: Beneficiary Bank Name & Branch: RBL Bank - Fort Branch. Branch address: RBL Bank Limited, office no 1/A. Ground Floor, Mittal Court, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400021 Beneficiary Bank IFSC Code: RATN0000155
Beneficiary Name: Consulate General of Brazil Beneficiary Account Number: 409001406277 Beneficiary Address: Unit 12B, 12th Floor, Bakhtawar Building RN Goenka Marg - Nariman Point Mumbai - 400021
The applicant's NAME must show up in the Consulate's bank account. The bank transfer should be made directly from the applicant's own personal bank account, not from the agent's account or another third party's account. Any transfer or deposit method that does not indicate the applicant's NAME in the Consulate's bank account is not suitable for the payment of consular fees. If any credit is made without the identification of the applicant by NAME, the service will not be performed and the amount will not be refunded.
It's the applicant's sole responsibility to ensure that the transfer/payment contain his/her name. Kindly note that is not enough that the applicant's name appears on the transaction receipt for a payment to be accepted. The applicant's name must appear in the Consulate's bank statement.
Length of stay in Brazil
First granted period: up to 90 days.
Extensions (in Brazil only): up to a further 90 days, adding up to a maximum of 180 days in any twelve-month period.
Those willing to extend their stay should apply for extension at the Brazilian Federal Police.
| Visa Fee | 8,000 |
| Legalization of documents | 1600 |
The visa holder must not engage in remunerated work in Brazil and the activities must not exceed 90 days.
This type of visa is usually granted for the following activities:
- Tourism; Cultural, educational or recreational activities;
- Family visits;
- Participation in conferences, workshops, congresses or reunions;
- Performing voluntary work;
- Research, learning or academic extension activities;
- Participation in meetings, fairs and business events, as well as prospecting business opportunities;
- Media/film coverage;
- As an auditor or consultant;
- To join aircraft or vessel as part of its crew; and
- Travelers transiting through Brazilian airports to other countries, whenever the onward flight is booked under a separate ticket and/or different code.
Applicants must refrain from sending documents by email, unless requested to do so by the Consulate.
All the original documents must be presented by the applicant/agent at the Consulate, in addition to the form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo compliant with ICAO requirements taken in the last 6 months). The Consulate may request additional information/documentation or an interview with the applicant, as deemed necessary.
If presented by an agent, s/he must show her/his Aadhaar card and the authority letter signed by the applicant, both original.
- Online visa application form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo as mentioned above);
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages): pages 2 (basic information) and 63 (relatives and address);
- Visa fee receipt (containing name, date, amount and reference number);
- Covering letters: personal and from the company (containing relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip);
- Invitation letter (see instructions); Invitation letters may be in English or Portuguese.
- If you are going to attend a conference as a spectator, or an open tournament as an amateur athlete or artist, in addition to all of the above mentioned documents, you must submit: Proof of registration: hard copy of the confirmation that you have signed up to attend the event.
- If you have been invited to attend a conference as a speaker, or a competition as a professional athlete/artist, and you are not going to receive any proceeds from a Brazilian source, in addition to all of the above mentioned documents, you must submit a signed invitation letter issued by the event’s organizer. This document must provide detailed information about the event, including:
- Name of the institution organizing the event;
- Name(s) of the person(s) in charge of the event organization in Brazil, including phone number(s), position(s) and e-mail(s), in case further information is deemed necessary;
- Type/description of event;
- Dates and venue where the event will take place;
- Terms of your participation in the event.
- Air tickets and hotel bookings;
- Leave letter and day-to-day itinerary (if tourism purpose);
- Police Clearance Certificate (in case of work or other VITEM);
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months, ITR and paycheck slip);
- For minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarized.
All documents must be uploaded into the online visa form. Documents that are not uploaded by the applicant might be disregarded.
You may employ the platform for digital signatures from the Brazilian Federal Government. In this case, the pdf original version must be sent to our email address visa.mumbai@itamaraty.gov.br, for verification of authenticity.
- Online visa application form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo as mentioned above);
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages): pages 2 (basic information) and 63 (relatives and address);
- Visa fee receipt (containing name, date, amount and reference number);
- Covering letters: personal and from the company (containing relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip);
- Invitation letter (see instructions); Invitation letters may be in English or Portuguese.
- If you are going to attend a conference as a spectator, or an open tournament as an amateur athlete or artist, in addition to all of the above mentioned documents, you must submit: Proof of registration: hard copy of the confirmation that you have signed up to attend the event.
- If you have been invited to attend a conference as a speaker, or a competition as a professional athlete/artist, and you are not going to receive any proceeds from a Brazilian source, in addition to all of the above mentioned documents, you must submit a signed invitation letter issued by the event’s organizer. This document must provide detailed information about the event, including:
- Name of the institution organizing the event;
- Name(s) of the person(s) in charge of the event organization in Brazil, including phone number(s), position(s) and e-mail(s), in case further information is deemed necessary;
- Type/description of event;
- Dates and venue where the event will take place;
- Terms of your participation in the event.
- Air tickets and hotel bookings;
- Leave letter and day-to-day itinerary (if tourism purpose);
- Police Clearance Certificate (in case of work or other VITEM);
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months, ITR and paycheck slip);
- For minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarized.
Processing time is 15 working days.
Currently, the only method of payment accepted by the Consulate is a non-refundable identified bank transfer or deposit to:
Beneficiary Bank Name & Branch: RBL Bank - Fort Branch.
Branch address: RBL Bank Limited, office no 1/A. Ground Floor, Mittal Court, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400021
Beneficiary Bank IFSC Code: RATN0000155
Beneficiary Name: Consulate General of Brazil
Beneficiary Account Number: 409001406277
Beneficiary Address: Unit 12B, 12th Floor, Bakhtawar Building RN Goenka Marg - Nariman Point
Mumbai - 400021
The applicant's NAME must show up in the Consulate's bank account. The bank transfer should be made directly from the applicant's own personal bank account, not from the agent's account or another third party's account. Any transfer or deposit method that does not indicate the applicant's NAME in the Consulate's bank account is not suitable for the payment of consular fees. If any credit is made without the identification of the applicant by NAME, the service will not be performed and the amount will not be refunded.
It's the applicant's sole responsibility to ensure that the transfer/payment contain his/her name. Kindly note that is not enough that the applicant's name appears on the transaction receipt for a payment to be accepted. The applicant's name must appear in the Consulate's bank statement.
Length of stay in Brazil
First granted period: up to 90 days
Extensions (in Brazil only): up to a further 90 days, adding up to a maximum of 180 days in any twelve-month period.
Those willing to extend their stay should apply for extension at the Brazilian Federal Police.
| Visa Fee | 8,000 |
Visa Forms For :
General rules
- Citizens of countries with no visa exemption agreements with Brazil, in possession of separate tickets, stopping over in Brazil on their way to a final destination (having to leave the transit zone), must hold a transit visa.
- Visas remain unnecessary for nationals of countries with visa exemption agreements, regardless of the type of ticket.
- If you do not qualify for visa exemption, please verify your ticket.
- If you have one single ticket, under a single booking reference, stating both the origin and the final destination, regardless of multiple stopovers or multiple carriers, and as long as you remain in the transit zone, you do not require a transit visa.
- If you have separate tickets for inbound and outbound flights, a transit visa is required.
All the original documents must be presented by the applicant/agent at the Consulate, in addition to the form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo compliant with ICAO requirements taken in the last 6 months). The Consulate may request additional information/documentation or an interview with the applicant, as deemed necessary.
If presented by an agent, s/he must show her/his Aadhaar card and the authority letter signed by the applicant, both original.
- Online visa application form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo as mentioned above);
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages): pages 2 (basic information) and 63 (relatives and address);
- Visa fee receipt (containing name, date, amount and reference number);
- Covering letters: personal and from the company (containing relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip);
- Invitation letter (see instructions); Invitation letters may be in English or Portuguese.
- Air tickets and hotel bookings;
- Leave letter and day-to-day itinerary (if tourism purpose);
- Police Clearance Certificate (in case of work or other VITEM);
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months, ITR and paycheck slip);
- For minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarized.
All documents must be uploaded into the online visa form. Documents that are not uploaded by the applicant might be disregarded.
You may employ the platform for digital signatures from the Brazilian Federal Government. In this case, the pdf original version must be sent to our email address visa.mumbai@itamaraty.gov.br, for verification of authenticity.
- Online visa application form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo as mentioned above);
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages): pages 2 (basic information) and 63 (relatives and address);
- Visa fee receipt (containing name, date, amount and reference number);
- Covering letters: personal and from the company (containing relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip);
- Invitation letter (see instructions); Invitation letters may be in English or Portuguese.
- Air tickets and hotel bookings;
- Leave letter and day-to-day itinerary (if tourism purpose);
- Police Clearance Certificate (in case of work or other VITEM);
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months, ITR and paycheck slip);
- For minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarized.
Processing time is 15 working days.
Currently, the only method of payment accepted by the Consulate is a non-refundable identified bank transfer or deposit to:
Beneficiary Bank Name & Branch: RBL Bank - Fort Branch.
Branch address: RBL Bank Limited, office no 1/A. Ground Floor, Mittal Court, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400021
Beneficiary Bank IFSC Code: RATN0000155
Beneficiary Name: Consulate General of Brazil
Beneficiary Account Number: 409001406277
Beneficiary Address: Unit 12B, 12th Floor, Bakhtawar Building RN Goenka Marg - Nariman Point
Mumbai - 400021
The applicant's NAME must show up in the Consulate's bank account. The bank transfer should be made directly from the applicant's own personal bank account, not from the agent's account or another third party's account. Any transfer or deposit method that does not indicate the applicant's NAME in the Consulate's bank account is not suitable for the payment of consular fees. If any credit is made without the identification of the applicant by NAME, the service will not be performed and the amount will not be refunded.
It's the applicant's sole responsibility to ensure that the transfer/payment contain his/her name. Kindly note that is not enough that the applicant's name appears on the transaction receipt for a payment to be accepted. The applicant's name must appear in the Consulate's bank statement.
Length of stay in Brazil
Valid for up to 90 days, not extendable, applicable for multiple entries.
| Visa Fee | 1600 |
| Legalization of documents | 1600 |
Visa Forms For :
Applicants must refrain from sending documents by email, unless requested to do so by the Consulate.
Application to be submitted by the Brazilian company to the Brazilian Ministry of Labor.
- Work under a Brazilian-ruled employment contract approved by the Ministry of Labor;
- Local provision of services of any nature, including technical assistance and technology transfer;
- Provision of services to a Brazilian government agency/organization under a contract or an international agreement;
- Employees of foreign corporations to work as trainees or interns at their subsidiaries in Brazil, as well as intra-company or intra-conglomerate professional training or professional exchange program;
- Post graduate students seeking short term professional training during school holidays or vacation, without a formal employment relationship with a Brazilian company;
- Scientists, researchers, professors, technicians to work with public or private entities, educational entities or science/technology entities;
- Instructors or professors traveling to Brazil to teach a foreign language;
- Professional athletes;
- Crew member of a foreign tourism vessel operating in Brazilian waters, without local contract;
- Crew member of fishing vessel operating in Brazilian waters, chartered by a Brazilian company;
- Crew member of vessel or platform operating in Brazilian waters as the result of a lease contract with a Brazilian company;
- Professionals without a work contract with a Brazilian company travelling to Brazil to perform studies and/or research regarding the preparation of bidding proposals for train lines.
ALL WORK VISA APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN BRAZIL BY THE BRAZILIAN COMPANY. THE CONSULATE WILL ONLY ISSUE VISAS PRE-APPROVED BY THE MINISTRY OF LABOR.
- The application procedure is initiated in Brazil by the Brazilian sponsoring company with submission of the pertinent application and supporting documents to the Brazilian Ministry of Labor.
- Within 90 days of entry in Brazil, holders of this type of visa must register at the Federal Police and submit a copy of the visa application form provided by this Consulate.
All the original documents must be presented by the applicant/agent at the Consulate, in addition to the form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo compliant with ICAO requirements taken in the last 6 months). The Consulate may request additional information/documentation or an interview with the applicant, as deemed necessary.
If presented by an agent, s/he must show her/his Aadhaar card and the authority letter signed by the applicant, both original.
Required documents
- Letter from the applicant's employer, informing the applicant's personal details (including home addresses of the past 12 months) and professional background. In India, the employer must have her or his signature authenticated by a Regional Authentication Centre. The document must be legalised or apostilled (as applicable), if issued outside Maharashtra, Karnataka or Goa
- Employment contract, containing the place and date of issue. If: a) between the applicant and a Brazilian company: the contract must be notarised in Brazil ("reconhecimento de firma") and the original document must be sent to the applicant, so that he or she may present it to the consular authority when applying for the visa; b) between the applicant and an Indian company: the employer must have her or his signature authenticated by a Regional Authentication Centre. The document must be legalised or apostilled (as applicable), if issued outside Maharashtra, Karnataka or Goa
- Letter from the inviting company in Brazil, if applicable.
- Police Clearance Certificate. The document must be legalized or apostilled (as applicable), if issued outside Maharashtra, Karnataka or Goa.
- If the authorization is based on RN 6/2017, Seaman Service Book
- Additional documents listed at the General Requirements section.
- Online visa application form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo as mentioned above);
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages): pages 2 (basic information) and 63 (relatives and address);
- Visa fee receipt (containing name, date, amount and reference number);
- Covering letters: personal and from the company (containing relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip);
- Invitation letter (see instructions); Invitation letters may be in English or Portuguese.
- Air tickets and hotel bookings;
- Leave letter and day-to-day itinerary (if tourism purpose);
- Police Clearance Certificate (in case of work or other VITEM);
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months, ITR and paycheck slip);
- For minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarized.
All documents must be uploaded into the online visa form. Documents that are not uploaded by the applicant might be disregarded.
You may employ the platform for digital signatures from the Brazilian Federal Government. In this case, the pdf original version must be sent to our email address visa.mumbai@itamaraty.gov.br, for verification of authenticity.
- Online visa application form (filled in and signed, with a passport-style photo as mentioned above);
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months, at least 2 blank pages): pages 2 (basic information) and 63 (relatives and address);
- Visa fee receipt (containing name, date, amount and reference number);
- Covering letters: personal and from the company (containing relevant information about the applicant and the intended trip);
- Invitation letter (see instructions); Invitation letters may be in English or Portuguese.
- Air tickets and hotel bookings;
- Leave letter and day-to-day itinerary (if tourism purpose);
- Police Clearance Certificate (in case of work or other VITEM);
- Proof of financial capability (such as bank statements of the past three months, ITR and paycheck slip);
- For minors: Visa Authorization Form, signed by both parents and notarized.
Processing time is 15 working days.
Currently, the only method of payment accepted by the Consulate is a non-refundable identified bank transfer or deposit to:
Beneficiary Bank Name & Branch: RBL Bank - Fort Branch.
Branch address: RBL Bank Limited, office no 1/A. Ground Floor, Mittal Court, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400021
Beneficiary Bank IFSC Code: RATN0000155
Beneficiary Name: Consulate General of Brazil
Beneficiary Account Number: 409001406277
Beneficiary Address: Unit 12B, 12th Floor, Bakhtawar Building RN Goenka Marg - Nariman Point
Mumbai - 400021
The applicant's NAME must show up in the Consulate's bank account. The bank transfer should be made directly from the applicant's own personal bank account, not from the agent's account or another third party's account. Any transfer or deposit method that does not indicate the applicant's NAME in the Consulate's bank account is not suitable for the payment of consular fees. If any credit is made without the identification of the applicant by NAME, the service will not be performed and the amount will not be refunded.
It's the applicant's sole responsibility to ensure that the transfer/payment contain his/her name. Kindly note that is not enough that the applicant's name appears on the transaction receipt for a payment to be accepted. The applicant's name must appear in the Consulate's bank statement.
Length of stay in Brazil
Granted period: up to 2 years, depending on nature of work.
Validity: 1 year. This means that the applicant must use the visa within 1 year from date of issue before expiration.
| Visa Fee | 10,000 |