Artistic or sports activities (VIVIS)
a) General rules
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Visitor Visas (VIVIS) are aimed at those travelling to Brazil for maximum stays of up to 90 days, without the intention to establish residence, for the purposes of engaging in artistic or sports activities such as taking part in artistic or sports competitions, undertaking sports training, participating in rehearsals, exhibitions, shows, artistic presentations, festivals, among other related activities. Technicians and other professionals supporting the artist or athlete are included in this category.
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Please note: the former Artists and Sportspersons Visa (VITEM III) has been discontinued and substituted by: VIVIS, if the maximum stay does not exceed 90 days; and
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Temporary Visa – VITEM XII (based on Normative Resolution No. 16), for stays of over 90 days. Click here to obtain information about VITEM XII.
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Foreign nationals from countries with which Brazil holds visa exemption agreements benefit from Visitor Visa (VIVIS) waiver. Click here to check whether you require a VIVIS or not.
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UK passport holders are exempt from VIVIS as long as their stay does not exceed 90 days per year (counted from the date of first entry, multiple entries permitted).
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VIVIS holders are strictly forbidden to practise any paid work in Brazil, but are allowed to receive payments from the government, a Brazilian employer or a private entity for the purposes of daily allowances, artistic paychecks, compensation or travel expenses, as well as to receive cash prizes in sports, artistic or cultural competitions.
b) Length & extension of stay
Validity period: limit date / deadline for the first entry in Brazil to take place – counted from the date the visa has been issued.
Up to 1 year. For some countries, by reciprocity, it can be 3, 5 or 10 years.
Duration of stay: period during which the individual is allowed to remain in Brazil – counted from the date of first entry in the country.
Up to 90 days. For some countries, by reciprocity, it can be of up to 30 or 60 days, as indicated in the visa requirements table.
Extension of stay: non-extendable.
c) Visa fees
Click here for information regarding visa fee values and how to pay them.
d) Lodging the application, processing times & visa collection
Click here to check the processing times and see how to book an appointment and collect the visa, if approved.
e) Required documents
Documentation
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Visa application form
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a) Completion instructions:
b) After the form is concluded:
Please note: documents in digital format must be printed. Documents shown on mobile device screens will not be accepted. |
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Valid passport
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There should be at least two blank pages.
Please note that pages reserved for amendments cannot be used for visa purposes. |
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One passport photo
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The photo must be recent, against a white background, in the local standard specifications (3.5 x 4.5 cm).
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Copy of the return ticket
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One of the following documents must be submitted:
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Proof of regular immigration status in the UK
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If applicable.
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Original invitation letter from the organisers of event or activity
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The invitation letter must be printed on company letterhead of the event organiser (e.g., employer, sports association, producers etc.) and contain the following information:
a) The applicant's full personal details, including job, position and function; b) Purpose of the trip (brief description of the activities, including venues and dates in which they will take place) and intended length of stay; c) Details of the organisers and person in charge in Brazil (full name, telephone, e-mail etc.); d) Remuneration the applicant will receive. In case there is no remuneration, declaration that all the applicant's travel expenses will be covered, during the entire stay in Brazil, by the organisers. Please note:
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