Frequently asked questions

R$ 500,000 in foreign currency. For innovation, science or technology projects, from R$ 150,000, if the company meets the requirements of the rule.

Source: RN CNIg 13/2017

Yes. The rule allows applications from people already in the country. Those abroad apply for the authorization and then for the visa at the consulate.

Source: RN CNIg 13/2017, art. 6

It is for an indefinite period, but depends on proving that the investment plan has been carried out. We help you organize that evidence.

Source: RN CNIg 13/2017, art. 6

Yes, it is mandatory. It covers 3 years and shows the business, the jobs or income created and how the money will be used.

Source: RN CNIg 13/2017, art. 4

Through the formal exchange market, as foreign direct investment, declared in the Central Bank system when the transfer is US$ 100,000 or more. We guide each step with the bank.

Source: Resolução BCB 278

R$ 1 million in urban property, or R$ 700,000 in the states of the North and Northeast.

Source: RN CNIg 36/2018

Yes, with a registered purchase and sale commitment, a building permit and an incorporation memorandum.

Source: RN CNIg 36/2018

Only the portion above the minimum amount. The minimum must be paid with funds from abroad.

Source: RN CNIg 36/2018, art. 3

At least 14 days every 2 years, counted from registration with the Federal Police.

Source: RN CNIg 46/2021

After the initial 4 years, by proving that you kept the investment.

Source: RN CNIg 46/2021

Spouse or partner, children, parents, grandparents, grandchildren and siblings, as well as anyone who has a Brazilian under their guardianship or custody.

Source: Lei 13.445/2017, art. 37

Yes. Family reunification residence allows you to work in Brazil.

Source: Decreto 9.199/2017, art. 45

It follows the sponsor’s: indefinite if yours is indefinite; with the same expiry date if yours is temporary.

Source: Decreto 9.199/2017, art. 153

ID document, birth or marriage certificates, criminal records for the last 5 years and proof of the relationship, with apostille and translation when foreign.

Source: Polícia Federal

Yes, with proof of the union.

Source: Lei 13.445/2017, art. 37

No, for visits of up to 30 days, until December 31, 2026, unless officially extended. For other purposes or longer stays, a visa is required.

Source: Embassy of Brazil in Beijing

No. The exemption does not allow work. To work or invest, you need the appropriate residence permit.

Source: Embassy of Brazil in Beijing

For some types, yes, such as investor residence. We assess your case before any application.

Source: RN CNIg 13/2017, art. 6

An irregular stay incurs a daily fine and may lead to deportation. That is why planning should start before your permitted stay ends.

Source: Polícia Federal

Yes: an apostille in China and a sworn translation in Brazil.

Renewal can start 90 days before expiry and the filing receipt guarantees your rights for up to 180 days. Start early.

Source: Polícia Federal

Government fees of R$ 168.13 and R$ 204.77, paid to the government. Our fee is quoted during the assessment.

Source: gov.br

In these cases, the card for indefinite residence becomes valid indefinitely. We check whether you qualify.

Source: Decreto 9.199/2017, art. 74

For temporary residence, yes, a daily fine. For permanent residence, there is no renewal fine.

Source: Polícia Federal

90 days after entry with a temporary visa, or 30 days from publication if the residence was approved in Brazil.

Source: Decreto 9.199/2017, arts. 64 and 66

4 years for ordinary naturalization; 1 year with a Brazilian child, spouse or partner; more than 15 years for extraordinary naturalization.

Source: Lei 13.445/2017

Yes, with the Celpe-Bras or other documents accepted by the Ministry of Justice.

The official application is free and has an estimated timeline of up to 180 days. Our fee is quoted during the assessment.

Source: gov.br

An appeal can be filed within 10 days. We guide you through the appeal.

Source: gov.br

It depends on the law of your country. We check your case before you apply.

No. The decision rests solely with the consulate. We reduce the mistakes that most often lead to a refusal.

The tourist and business visa fee is charged and paid directly to the US government. We give you the current amount during the assessment.

As a rule, yes, since October 1, 2025. Some recent renewals may be exempt; we check your case.

It is provided for in US law and charged only if the visa is issued, but when collection will start is still unclear. We will let you know once there is official confirmation.

Profile assessment, documents that show your ties to Brazil and a mock interview with feedback.