Business (VIVIS)
Business (VIVIS)
a) General rules
- Business visas are solely issued for the purpose of engagement in business discussions and meetings while in Brazil.
- This visa is not applicable to those doing training in Brazil. For training purposes, a temporary work visa (technical assistance - VITEM V) is required.
- The electronic visa (e-Visa) is currently available only to American, Australian, Canadian and Japanese passport holders who would like to obtain a Visitor Visa (VIVIS). All e-visa processing is carried out online, and no visa label is attached to the applicant’s travel document.
b) Length of stay in Brazil
First granted period: up to 90 days.
Extensions (application in Brazil only): up to a further 90 days, adding up to a maximum of 180 days in any twelve-month period.
Those willing to extend their stay should apply for this extension at the Brazilian Federal Police.
* Nationals of the following countries may remain in Brazil for a maximum period of 90 days (not extendable) per period of 180 days, from first entry: Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominica, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Romania, Seychelles, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Netherlands, Ukraine.
c) Required documents
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Applicant’s valid passport |
Must have at least two blank pages. Please note that pages reserved for amendments cannot be used for visa purposes. |
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One 3.5 x 4.5cm size photograph |
The photo must be recent, with white background. |
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Visa application form |
Must be filled in online (click here). Please print and bring the Visa Request Form Receipt (RER) to the appointment. It is very important to state the parents’ full names, as displayed in your birth/marriage certificate. Please note: the Consulate will only accept applications in which the required documents on this table have been uploaded to the form. |
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Original invitation letter from either the employer in Ireland or the institution to which the applicant is linked |
The letter must include the applicant’s personal and professional details, state the purpose of the trip and intended length of stay in Brazil, taking full financial responsibility for the applicant whilst in the country, as well as the name(s) and telephone number(s) of the contact person(s) in Brazilian territory. |
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Proof of regular immigration status in Ireland |
Original valid residence card in Ireland. |
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Proof of consular fee payment |
Click here for information regarding visa fee values and how to pay them. |
* Applicants willing to travel accompanied by their spouse / partner / children should apply for a tourist visa for them.