| Visa Type | Purpose of Travel | General Processing Time (once received at the Embassy/Consulate) | Visa Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIVIS (Visitor Visa) | Tourism, business, cultural events, family visits, transit | ~5–21 business days | Up to 90 days per entry, extendable once (max 180 days in 12 months) |
| VITEM XV (Digital Nomad Visa) | Remote work for foreign employers while residing in Brazil. The temporary visa XIV for digital nomads may be granted to immigrants who (remotely and with the use of information technologies and communication) are able to perform their job activities in Brazil, for a foreign employer. | ~15–21 business days | Typically 1 year, renewable |
| VITEM IV (Student / Internship Visa) | Study programs, academic exchange, internships. VITEM IV: Studies (Grade School, Undergraduate, Graduate, or Study Abroad Programs) for Stays Longer than 90 Days NOTE: If your program will last for fewer than 90 days, you may enter Brazil on a Visitor Visa (VIVIS) |
~15–21 business days | Duration of study/internship program (usually 1 year, renewable annually) |
| VITEM XVI (Retirement Visa / Pensioners) | Retirees with proof of stable pension or retirement income. Temporary Visa XIV, based on the transfer of retirement income and/or death pension benefit, may be granted to retired immigrant or death pension beneficiary who present proof of monthly transfer to Brazil equal or greater than US$ 2,000.00 | ~15–30 business days | Usually 1 year, renewable; may lead to permanent residency |
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