After shifting itBrazil has announced the reactivation of its electronic visa application system (e-Visa) for nationals of 3 countries from December 1, 2023. Travelers from StatesUnis🇺🇸from Canada🇨🇦 and theAustralie🇦🇺 will now need to obtain this document to enter the country.
End of visa exemption for certain countries
As of January 10, 2024, Canadian, American and Australian citizens will need an entry visa to travel to Brazil. This decision puts an end to the simplifying measure introduced unilaterally by Brazil, allowing nationals of these 3 countries to enter Brazilian territory visa-free since 2017. The virtual platform for electronic visa applications has been operational since December 1, 2023.
The Brazilian e-Visa allows stays of up to 90 days in Brazil for tourism or business onlyThe overall maximum stay in Brazil per calendar year is 180 days.
VFS chosen for Brazilian e-Visa
In 2017, the Brazilian government chose VFS, a company specializing in technology and outsourcing services for diplomatic missions and public administrations, to develop Brazil's first e-Visa portal. VFS was again selected as the supplier to create the e-Visa system, which reopens today on https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/
Conditions for obtaining an e-Visa
The e-Visa for Brazil is intended for travelers wishing to stay for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days, without establishing a permanent residence. Applicants must provide the following documents:
- A passport valid with at least two consecutive blank pages;
- A photography taken in the last 12 months;
- A plane ticket round trip;
- There proof of financial capacityA minimum of 2,000 $ US in the form of pay slips, bank statements or credit card statements dated within the last 90 days.
In addition, applicants travelling to Brazil for professional reasons will also be required to submit a invitation letter or a mission order.
Availability and cost of e-Visa
The e-Visa is accessible to users via an online platform at the e-mail address provided by the Brazilian government. It takes 80,90 € to get it.
Impact on travelers and the tourism industry
This decision will surely upset the Brazilian tourism sector and could affect the travel plans of many people from these three countries. American, Canadian and Australian nationals should now consider applying for an e-Visa to enter Brazil from January 2024. For those planning a trip before this date and departing after January 10, they will be allowed to stay without a visa for the duration of their stay..
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