Work Visa

Foreigners travelling to Brazil under an employment contract must hold a temporary work visa (VITEM V). Work visas are also necessary for activities such as professional internships, technical assistance, transfer of technology, maritime workers (for stays that exceed 90 days), and representation of financial institutions, multinational corporations or non-profit institutions.

Work visas must be requested by employers in Brazil and will only be granted after approval by the Brazilian Ministry of Justice and Public Security. For more information, please visit https://portaldeimigracao.mj.gov.br/pt/informacoes-gerais

If your employer’s request is approved, the Ministry of Justice will forward the authorization to the Consulate.

Once your work visa is authorized, and you have gathered all the required documents (see list below), you must submit an application at: https://ec-istambul.itamaraty.gov.br/ 

You will be able to set an appointment after your application is reviewed.

Within 90 days of entry in Brazil, holders of a VITEM V must register at the Federal Police and submit a copy of the visa application form provided by the Consulate.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Pre-authorization of residence approved by the Brazilian Ministry of Justice and Public Security;
2. Electronic visa application form available here;
3. Visa Request Form Receipt (RER), obtained at the end of the electronic visa application form. The receipt must be printed, signed (by the applicant or by both parents, in case of minors) and the photo must be attached to the appropriate box;
4. Valid passport with at least two (2) blank pages;
5. Criminal record (issued by the applicant’s country of nationality);
6. Additional documents, depending on the type of work activity;
7. Receipt of payment of the visa fee. Visa fees may vary according to nationality:

The consular fee (visa fee) is non-refundable, even if the visa is not issued or is denied.

Cash and credit cards are not accepted at the Consulate.

Payments must be deposited in US dollars in the following account:

VAKIFBANK

Branch (Şube): Elmadag Istanbul Şubesi

Account (Hesap) in USD: Brezilya İstanbul Başkonsolosluğu

IBAN: TR65 0001 5001 5804 8023 0478 32 

Swift code: TVBATR2A

Description: Applicant's name and surname / service requested. 

Example: Maria Silva / Visa

BOOKING APPOINTMENT

Gather the necessary documentation and request the service via the e-consular system: https://ec-istambul.itamaraty.gov.br

Once the documentation has been checked, your visit to the Consulate will be authorised. Keep an eye on your e-mail address to follow up on updates, as the appointment will be made by the concerned person once they have received the e-mail.

On the day of the appointment, don't forget to bring your original documents and proof of payment.