Embassy of Brazil

EMBASSY OF BRAZIL

Consular Section

Harcourt Centre, Charlotte Way, Dublin 2

Tel. (01) 475 6000 Fax (01) 475 1341

E-mail: web: www.brazil.ie

BUSINESS VISA (VITEM II)

Regulations

· Foreign citizens travelling to Brazil on business require this type of visa. Please note that this visa provides coverage mainly for business discussions.

· Business visa holders are not permitted to engage in any activity under an employment contract with a Brazilian organization/corporation.

· In order to qualify for such a visa, the applicant must not receive payment from a Brazilian source.

· Individuals involved in installation, service and/or repair of equipment in Brazil do not qualify for a business visa. They require a Temporary Work Visa V.

· Nationals of the following countries are visa exempted when travelling to Brazil for business discussions: Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Bulgaria, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy,Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Monaco, Morocco, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Paraguay, Peru, The Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Slovenia, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, the Sovereign Order of Malta (citizens of Malta must have a visa), Spain, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Trinidad& Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, United Kingdom, Uruguay and the Vatican.

· Passports must be valid for at least six months from the date of intended arrival in Brazil, and have enough blank pages for visas and entrance stamps.

· Length of stay in Brazil could be up to 90 days, which can be extended to a further 90 days, at the discretion of the Brazilian Immigration Authorities (DPMAF). However, business stays in Brazil should not exceed 180 days in any 12-month period.

· On a reciprocity basis, first entry into Brazil must be no later than 90 days after the visa has been issued for passport holders of the following countries: Angola, Bahrain, Cambodia, Cape Verde, China, Cuba, Equatorial Guinea, Honduras, Korea, Gabon, Ghana, Greece, Indonesia, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Laos, Libya, Myanmar, Nigeria, Oman, Paraguay, Pakistan, Philippines, Portugal, Switzerland Taiwan, Thailand, andTunisia.

· It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the application is lodged accordingly.

Requirements

· Fill in electronically the application form at https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/, print out, sign it and submit your request with the following documentation:

· Valid passport for at least six months (the Consular Section of the Embassy reserves the right not to endorse soiled, damaged or defaced passports).

· One recent passport-sized (3x4 cm) photograph.

· A letter (on company’s letterhead) stating employee’s name and title, nature of business to be conducted, and intended duration of the stay in Brazil. Furthermore, the letter will state contacts to be maintained by the applicant, how long the employee has been working for the company, and will assume full responsibility for the applicant while in Brazil;

· If the applicant is self-employed, an additional letter will be required from his/her bank, containing financial references;

· Return or onward ticket, booking statement from the travel agency addressed to the Brazilian Embassy, or e-ticket confirmation containing the name of the passenger, confirmed itinerary, flight numbers and arrival/departure dates.

· Certificate of vaccination, if necessary (see information on vaccinations).

· Proof of legal residence in the Republic of Ireland (Work Permit, Work Authorization or valid Irish visa allowing re-entry into the Republic of Ireland). For those without valid re-entry visa into the Republic of Ireland, a valid visa to the country of final destination after the trip to Brazil is required (this requirement does not apply to applicants returning to the country of citizenship).

PLEASE NOTE that the requirements listed above should not, in any way, be considered all-inclusive. The Brazilian Embassy in Dublin reserves the right to request additional information and/or documentation when they are deemed necessary.

Consular fees and processing time

· The consular fee for a business visa is €60.00.

· For USA citizens, business visas are free of charge; however, a processing fee of €140.00 is applicable, based on reciprocity.

· For citizens from United Arab Emirates, an additional processing fee of €55.00 is applicable, based on reciprocity.

· For citizens from Algeria, an additional processing fee of €85.00 is applicable, based on reciprocity.

· Nationals from certain countries require consultation with the Brazilian Ministry of External Relations, prior to the issue of their visas. In these cases an extra, non-refundable consultation fee of €30.00 will apply, and the processing time is a minimum of 15 working days.

· When visas are applied for by post, through travel agencies, delivery services, or third party, there is an additional handling fee of €20.00

· When applying by mail, a self-addressed, prepaid registered envelope must be enclosed, for the return of the passport. The Embassy cannot accept responsibility for the loss and/or damage of documents in any kind of mail.

· Processing time is 5-10 working days.

Other relevant information

· In times of heavy workload waiting times will increase. Therefore, do not leave your application to the last minute and do not commit yourself to travel plans until you know when your visa will be issued.

· Please note that this Consular Section does not provide express or emergency visa services.

· General conditions are subject to change without prior notice.