VITEM I - Academic

Eligibility

• Foreign scientists, professors, researchers or other professionals that wish to establish temporary residence in Brazil, as follows:
  • employed by a foreign educational or research institution to participate in science, technology or innovation cooperation projects under the umbrella of an international cooperation program with a Brazilian institution;
  • recipient of a research grant from a Brazilian educational institution or support foundation;
  • under the umbrella of an international agreement recognized by the Brazilian Ministry fo Foreign Affairs;
  • employed by a Brazilian educational or research institution to conduct research, teaching or academic extension activities;
    • Note: visas issued in this case requires approval of residence permit by the Brazilian Ministry of Labour (see below).
• Note: for a period up to 90 days, please see the Visit Visa section.
• Eligible dependents of a VITEM I visa holder or applicant may apply for a Temporary Visa XI - Family Reunion.

Terms and Conditions

• Based on Normative Resolutions No. 20/2017 and No. 24/2018 of the National Immigration Council.
• Approval of residence permit by the Brazilian Ministry of Justice and Public Safety is required, prior to visa application, only in the case of employment by a Brazilian institution. Please check here for details on how to obtain such approval.
• Temporary Visas are issued for up to 1 year and the residence period is determined by Brazil's Ministry of Justice and ratified by Federal Police upon registration in Brazil (see below).
  • Those granted with a residence permit for more than 1 year may continue to enter Brazil throughout their temporary residence period with a valid passport and a Brazilian National Migratory Registration Card - CRMN (previously, National Foreign Registration - RNE).
• Holders of any Temporary Visa must register with the Federal Police in Brazil within 90 days from first arrival in the country. Applicants will receive a Visa Application Form from the Embassy upon the issuance of the visa, which must be presented for such registration.

Required Documents

• Filled-out Online Visa Application Form
  • Click "SEND" to receive your processing number and receipt;
  • Print the receipt;
  • Attach one PASSPORT SIZE color photograph over white background. Snapshots and computer pictures are not accepted;
  • SIGN the receipt and deliver it to the Consular Section together with all other required documents (no walk-in basis; lodgement by mail or under appointment for in-person lodgement).

• Passport with a minimum remaining validity of six months prior to its expiration date, and with at least 2 blank visa pages available for the visa stamp - excluding the pages reserved for Amendments and Endorsements.
• Certificate of non criminal conviction issued within the past 90 days by the Australian Federal Police (National police Certificate), for those above 18 years old, and for every country the applicant has lived for the past 5 years.
  • If the certificate is not issued by the Australian Federal Police it must be certified by the Brazilian Embassy or Consulate in the country of origin, except for those issued in countries signatory to the Hague Apostille Convention, that must be certified with an apostille by local competent authorities.
• Copy of birth certificate, clearly stating parents' full names;
• Flight itinerary, clearly stating the expected arrival date in Brazil;
• As applicable (for those employed by a foreign educational or research institution):
• Copy of the "Portaria" (Ordinance) from the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology Innovation and Communication, authorizing the conduction of such research activities and the applicant's participation;
• Signed Term of Commitment, persuant to the Annex of Normative Resolution No. 20/2017.
• As applicable (for recipients of research grants):
• Letter from the issuing educational institution or support foundation confirming the grant;
• Signed Term of Commitment, persuant to the Annex of Normative Resolution No. 20/2017.
• As applicable (for those under the umbrella of an international agreement recognized by the Brazilian Ministry fo Foreign Affairs):
• Terms of the agreement or equivalent document;
• Document proving applicant's professional experience or qualification compatible with the activities to be performed;
• Invitation letter from the Brazilian organization mentioning the agreement and defining activities to be performed and duration of stay in Brazil, as well as confirming that the recipient will not receive any payment from a Brazilian source, except from daily allowances, reimbursement of travel expenses, pro labore or prizes from science, tecnology or innovation contests.

Visa Fees

 Check here.

 HOW TO PAY:

BY POST: Australian Post Money Order or Bank Cheque (personal/company cheques are not accepted), made out to EMBASSY OF BRAZIL.

NO Auspost (online service) delivered Money Order will be accepted.

IN PERSON: Money order as above or EFTPOS (debit or credit - VISA/MASTERCARD).

How to Apply

Visas are usually processed in 2 weeks. Please note that processing time may be extended in times of heavy workload or due to unforeseen circumstances.

A) Visa by post 

Applicants should send all required documentation and payment of fee as stated above plus a self-addressed, pre-paid, registered envelope of suitable size to the Embassy of Brazil in Canberra (see address below). Updated information on post charges is available at Australia Post offices. DO NOT SEND CASH, either for fees or for postage. The Embassy of Brazil does not provide express or priority services.

B) Visa in Person (booking required)

Applicants should bring to the Embassy of Brazil in Canberra (see address below) all required documentation and the payment of fee as stated above. Once ready, you may pick it up in person or you may include a self-addressed, pre-paid, registered envelope of suitable size.  DO NOT BRING CASH, either for fees or for postage. The processing times for Visa applications lodged in person will be the same as stated above. The Embassy of Brazil does not provide expedited or priority services (book an appointment).

ADDRESS:

EMBASSY OF BRAZIL

c/o Consular Section

19 FORSTER CRESCENT - YARRALUMLA, ACT 2600

Remarks

• Please note that issuing or denying a visa is a sovereign act of Governments. It is a prerogative applied by every country and strengthened by international practice.
• The requirements are not all-inclusive. When processing a visa submission, the Embassy may request additional information/documentation.
• A visa shall be denied to any foreign citizen who, when submitting his/her application, behaves in an aggressive, insulting or disrespectful way.
• General conditions are subject to change without prior notice.

In case of doubts, please write to consular.camberra@itamaraty.gov.br