Do You Need a Visa to Visit Brazil?
Whether you need a visa depends on your nationality — and the rules changed recently. UK, EU and many other passport holders still enter visa-free for up to 90 days. But since April 2025, US, Canadian and Australian citizens once again need a visa, now issued as an electronic visa (eVisa) you apply for online before you travel. Always confirm your own requirements on Brazil's official gov.br portal.
Visa-Free Countries (Partial List)
The United Kingdom, Germany, France, Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Argentina, Mexico, New Zealand and most EU/Schengen countries can enter Brazil without a visa for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Countries That Need an eVisa
United States, Canada and Australia now require an eVisa (reinstated in April 2025), as do China, India and some other nationalities. There is no visa on arrival — apply through Brazil's official eVisa portal well before you travel, and allow time for processing.
General Entry Requirements
- • Passport valid for at least 6 months from your entry date
- • Proof of return or onward travel
- • Proof of accommodation
- • Proof of sufficient funds
- • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from certain countries)
Check Your Status
Use our Visa Checker Tool to instantly check requirements for your passport country. Always verify with official Brazilian government sources before traveling.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to visit Brazil?
It depends on your nationality. UK, EU and many other passport holders enter visa-free for up to 90 days. But since April 2025 US, Canadian and Australian citizens do need an electronic visa (eVisa) applied for online before travel. Always check the official gov.br portal for your country.
Do US citizens need a visa for Brazil in 2026?
Yes. As of April 2025 Brazil reinstated a visa requirement for US citizens, now issued as an eVisa you apply for online before you travel — there is no visa on arrival. Canadian and Australian citizens are in the same position. Apply well ahead through Brazil's official eVisa portal.
How long can tourists stay in Brazil visa-free?
Nationalities that enter visa-free (including the UK and EU) get up to 90 days per entry, extendable once to a maximum of 180 days per 12-month period. The eVisa for US, Canadian and Australian visitors also allows stays of up to 90 days. Overstaying incurs fines.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccine for Rio?
It's not legally required to enter Brazil for most travellers, but it is strongly recommended, and mandatory if you're arriving from certain countries with yellow-fever risk. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel and carry the certificate. Check current WHO and Brazilian health guidance before you go.
What documents do I need to enter Brazil?
A passport valid for your stay, proof of onward or return travel, and evidence of accommodation and sufficient funds if asked. Visa-required nationalities need an approved eVisa. A yellow-fever certificate may be required depending on where you're arriving from.
How much passport validity do I need for Brazil?
Brazil generally requires your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay, but many airlines and travellers follow the common six-months-validity rule to avoid problems. To be safe, travel on a passport with at least six months left beyond your planned departure date.
Can I extend my tourist stay in Brazil?
Yes. Visa-free visitors can request one extension at the Federal Police (Polícia Federal), up to a total of 180 days within a 12-month period. Apply before your initial 90 days expire, bring your passport and proof of funds, and expect a small fee. Don't rely on it being automatic.
Do I need proof of onward travel for Brazil?
Officially yes, and airlines sometimes ask for it at check-in even if immigration doesn't. Carry a return or onward ticket to avoid being questioned or denied boarding. It's rarely scrutinised on arrival but not worth the risk of turning up without one.
Do children need their own visa and passport for Brazil?
Yes — every traveller, including babies, needs their own passport, and their own eVisa if their nationality requires one. Brazil also has strict rules for minors travelling without both parents, sometimes requiring notarised consent, so check the requirements early if a child isn't travelling with both parents.
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