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Passport Bros, Listen Up!
“Attention to U.S. citizens: please be aware that getting a visa to travel to Brazil will soon be mandatory. We urge you to take action now and secure your passport in advance to avoid any inconvenience or delays during your travel.
Take advantage of this new requirement. Apply for your visa today and enjoy a hassle-free trip to Brazil.”
Visa-free travel to Brazil will soon be a thing of the past for Americans, Australians, and Canadians. Brazil will reinstate this requirement next month after doing away with tourist visas for select countries during the last four years.
Starting on Jan. 10, 2024, passport holders from several countries, including the U.S., must apply online for an electronic visa before entering Brazil. This tourist visa is strictly for visitors who will spend a maximum of 90 days in Brazil.
“If you’re arriving on Jan. 9, we strongly advise applying for your eVisa to avoid travel disruptions due to delays or missed connections,” said VFS Global, the organization in charge of the eVisa process on behalf of Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The new visa will cost $80.90 per person and is required for tourists of all ages. Travelers can apply online at brazil.vfsevisa.com. Minors will need both parents to sign off on their visa application.
Once acquired, the visa will be valid for ten years for U.S. citizens, while Canadians and Australians will only receive a five-year approval. The permit allows for multiple entries throughout its validity.
Although official authorities say the processing time will take up to five business days, the VFS Global website also states, “We strongly recommend that you apply for your e-visa two months before your travel to Brazil.” This rule allows some wiggle room for processing and correcting the application if necessary.
To complete the application, travelers must provide:
- Some basic biographical information.
- Their passport details.
- A bank statement proving that they have at least USD 2,000.
Active 1: Once Brazil approves your application, they will email you a PDF form for your visa. Brazil authorities recommend printing at least two copies of the form and keeping a photo on your cellphone to present to authorities.
The Brazilian government was “open to negotiating visa exemption agreements with these three countries, based on principles of reciprocity and equality between states.”
Because the U.S., Canada, and Australia require visas for Brazilian tourists, Brazil will also require visas for tourists from those countries. Brazil recently got rid of its tourist visa for Japanese citizens, as Brazilians no longer need a visa to visit Japan.
Jessica is a freelance journalist on a quest to see and experience everything our gorgeous planet offers and share her experiences with her fellow travelers. Jessica has written for several world-class Travel Magazines.
