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VITEM I - Research
General information
The temporary visa VITEM I may be issued to those who, without entering in an employment relationship with the target Brazilian institution, wish to come to Brazil in any of the following cases:
I. Beneficiary of scholarship granted by foundations supporting higher education, scientific and technological research institutions, for research in a Brazilian institution of higher education, be it public or private, recognized by the Ministry of Education;
II. Beneficiary of scholarship financed by CNPq, CAPES , FINEP and other public institutions fostering research;
III. To scientist, researcher or professional coming to Brazil under an international agreement;
IV. To those intending to take part in research projects established between a foreign and a Brazilian Institution. If the stay in Brazil is shorter than 90 days, a VIVIS should be applied for instead. The applicant must also have on hand the respective authorization from the Brazilian Ministry of Science (MCTIC) for the intended activity;
V. Scientists, researchers or professionals, for the purpose of conducting scientific researches that are not regulated by Decree No. 98.830/1990;
VI. Teachers, when financially supported by the institution at the country of origin, due to agreements between that institution and its Brazilian counterpart;
VII. Scientists, researchers and teachers with an employment relationship.
How and when to apply
In person, at the Consulate; or by mail, sending the documentation listed below together with proof of payment of the Consular Fee and an envelope with your own address and CHF 6,30 in stamps.
The applicant must come personally to pick up the Visa.
We require at least five work days to process the Visa.
Required documents
| # | Type of Visa | Remarks |
| 1 | All types |
Online form, filled and printed out and signed. The picture and signature must be scanned and added onto the online form. Attention: the website of the online form is SAFE! In case your browser says the website is a security threat, click here to see how to avoid it. Attention: the name of the parents of the applicant must be written in full and with all names (given, middle and surnames). |
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2 |
All types |
Passport valid for at least another six months at the date of entry in Brazil, and with two free pages. |
| 3 | All types |
Auszug aus dem Zentralstrafregister (criminal records) - no legalization is necessary; valid for 90 days. |
| 4 | All types |
Passport picture (ICAO standard picture – in color, white background, face must be neutral). |
| 5 | All types |
Original of the birth certificate or another document containing the names of both parents. |
| 6a | Sections I and II |
For those applying for a Visa under sections I and II: a) Declaration issued by the institution sponsoring the scholarship; b) Signed term of responsibility. |
| 6b | Section III |
For those applying vor a Visa under section III: a) internation agreement, affidavit, protocol or any other document containing express mention to the coming of the immigrant; b) proof of qualification for the proposed activity; c) official invitation, referring to the international agreement as the basis of the trip, as well as living conditions, activities to be pursued, intended length of stay as well as declaration that financing will not come from a Brazilian source. |
| 6c | Section IV |
For those applying for a Visa under section IV: a) copy of the decree issued by MCTIC authorizing the activities; b) Signed term of responsibility. |
| 6d | Section VII | Visas issued under this section must first be approved by the Brazilian Ministry of Labor (Ministério do Trabalho e Emprego - MTE). Only after the official approval is communicated to us should the interested person or persons apply for the Visa at the Consulate. |
Additional documents may be required, depending on the case.
Fees
It is possible to pay at the Consulate, with a debit card (Maestro, V-Pay) or a credit card (VISA, Mastercard). For other forms of payment, click here.
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VITEM I |
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| Nationality | Fee (CHF) |
| United States | 275,00 |
| United Kingdom (stay of more than 180 days) | 236,50 |
| Algeria | 93,50 |
| Other countries | 110,00 |
The Visa Fee will not be reimbursed in case of:
(i) the Visa is denegated;
(ii) the Visa is not issued;
(iii) the applicants give up the trip.