Brazil Visa Requirements 2026
Visa requirements for Brazil: evisa (apply online) for up to 90 days, $80.90 USD (eVisa for US/Canada/Australia). Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.
Brazil visa at a glance
- Policy
- eVisa (apply online)
- Length of stay
- 90 days
- Cost
- $80.90 USD (eVisa for US/Canada/Australia)
- Passport
- Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
- Official source
- www.gov.br/mre/en
Visa-free 90 days for UK/EU/NZ. US/Canada/Australia need eVisa (re-introduced April 2025 after temporary waiver).
US citizens have been visa-free since 2024 for stays up to 90 days. UK and EU citizens get 90-day visa-free entry. Canadians and Australians may need an e-visa – check current requirements. Proof of onward travel may be requested.
Customs allowances
Duty-free allowance: 400 cigarettes, 24 units of alcohol (up to 12L total). Declare cash over $10,000 USD equivalent. Duty-free shop purchase limit of $500 USD at arrival.
Prohibited items
Drug trafficking carries very severe penalties including long prison sentences. Do not carry drugs. Export of wildlife products, indigenous artifacts, and certain minerals without authorization is prohibited.
Frequently asked questions about Brazil visas
Do I need a visa to visit Brazil?
eVisa (apply online) applies for Brazil: Visa-free 90 days for UK/EU/NZ. US/Canada/Australia need eVisa (re-introduced April 2025 after temporary waiver).
How much does a Brazil visa cost?
The Brazil visa costs $80.90 USD (eVisa for US/Canada/Australia). This is the published fee on the official application channel (www.gov.br/mre/en). Third-party visa agents charge extra; apply directly via the official site to avoid markup.
How long can I stay in Brazil?
The standard evisa (apply online) allows 90 days per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee — check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.
What passport validity does Brazil require?
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
Where do I apply for a Brazil visa?
Apply directly at the official government source: https://www.gov.br/mre/en. Many third-party sites charge inflated fees for the same form. Always check the URL ends in a government domain (.gov, .gov.<country>, or the country's official immigration domain) before paying.