Brazil Business Visa (VIVIS) Requirements & Processing

📍 What Is the Brazil VIVIS Business Visa?

The Brazil VIVIS visa is a business visa issued to those who are not eligible for the e-Visa. The Brazil VIVIS visa is used for short-term business travel such as:

• Business meetings

• Conferences

• Trade activities

It does not allow employment or technical services while in Brazil.

⏱️ Processing Time

Brazil business visa processing takes:

• Minimum 11–15 business days

Applicants should be prepared for longer processing times depending on the consulate.

There is no expedited service available.

📄 Required Documents

Applicants must provide the following:

• Passport

  • Must be signed

  • Must contain at least two blank visa pages

• Passport Photo

  • Must be taken within the last 6 months

• Proof of Residency

  • Copy of driver’s license

  • State ID

  • Or a recent utility bill

• Brazil Visa Application Form

🏢 Business Documentation

You must also provide:

• Business cover letter

  • Must be notarized and apostilled

  • Apostille and notarization must be completed in the same state where the company is located

  • Must clearly state:
    “No technical assistance will be performed while in Brazil.”

✈️ Travel & Financial Documentation

Additional required documents include:

• Round-trip flight itinerary

• Copy of U.S. visa status or green card (for non-U.S. citizens)

• Copies of the last three bank statements

🛣️ Overland Entry or Departure

If you will enter or exit Brazil over land, you must include:

• A notarized Letter for Overland Entry or Departure

This document explains the overland travel plans.

⚠️ Important Notes

• All documents must match the information in your passport

• Additional documents may be requested by the consulate

• Visa approval is determined solely by the Brazilian consulate

Swift cannot expedite or influence visa approval decisions.