Brazil Work Visa Process & Timeline

Brazil work visas follow a multi-step process that involves both online submission and in-person consulate interaction.

The process generally includes:

Each step must be completed accurately to avoid delays.

You must complete the Brazil visa application online
All required documents must be uploaded in the scanned documents section at the end of the application

Important:
If documents are not uploaded correctly, the Brazilian consulate may require the application to be redone, restarting the process.

After submitting the online application:

Unsigned receipts cannot be submitted to the consulate.

You must ship the following to Swift:

Swift cannot schedule a consulate appointment until documents are received and reviewed.

Swift cannot influence consulate review speed or decisions.

Brazil work visa processing typically takes a minimum of 11–15 business days
Longer processing times are possible depending on:
- Consulate workload
- Completeness of documents
- Additional consulate review

⚠️ Processing times and requirements can vary by case and are subject to change without notice.

This timeframe does not include:

Swift can:

Swift cannot:

Learn how the Brazil work visa process works, required application steps, typical processing timelines, and what travelers should expect.