Brazil visa requirements for Djiboutis

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Djiboutis visiting Brazil

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Brazilian Visa.

  • A Djibouti passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  •  Two 5 cm x 7 cm passport-sized photographs taken on a white background.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to Djibouti, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer or marriage certificate.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Brazil Visa for Djiboutis

Facts about Brazil

On your arrival in Brazil, you can immediately feel what you have been hearing about Brazilians and their love for soccer, but tourism in Brazil is much more than that. The most popular tourist areas in Brazil are natural areas which offer a combination of leisure and recreation. The Amazon Rainforest is the most visited natural wonder in the whole of Brazil. It holds more than half of the world’s remaining rainforest. The Rainforest houses about 2.5 million insect species, over 40,000 plant species, 2200 fish species and more than 2,000 types of birds and mammals. Other Atlantic Forest, Campos Gerais, Pantanal, and waterfalls. There is a plethora of beaches that tourists can visit to cool-off and a number of festivals to keep their feet and body moving all through their stay. Brazil is also known to be a popular destination to engage in business activities. The country has one of the 7 Wonders of the World, the Christ the Redeemer statue.
 
Brazil is the main destination in South America and second in Latin America. In 2015, the number of tourist visit exceeded 6 million and this contributed to about $5.8 billion to the economy, continuing a recovery trend from the 2008-2009 economic crisis. An all-time high of 5.4 million visitors and $6.8 billion were attained in 2011.
  
Citizens of Armenia, Austria, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Denmark, El Salvador, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Honduras, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, South Korea, South Africa, Spain, United Kingdom can stay in the country for up to 90 days without a visa. Venezuelans can also visit the country for 60 days without a visa.

Types of Brazil Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 -20 days 90 days
Business visa 15 - 20 days 90 days
Work visa 15 - 20 days As long as the contract states

General Requirements for Brazil Visa

  • A Djibouti passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  •  Two 5 cm x 7 cm passport-sized photographs taken on a white background.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to Djibouti, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer or marriage certificate.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Brazil Tourist visa Brazil Business visa Brazil Work visa

Brazil Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Djiboutians looking to travel to Brazil for tourism purposes can apply for the Brazilian tourist visa.
  • You must provide proof of your ability to support yourself financially during your stay in Brazil and for your return transportation.
  • Brazil requires visitors to have at least USD 100 per day for staying in Brazil.
  • You must provide a formal statement of your financial situation from your bank for the previous 6 months.
  • Travellers with more than 2,400 USD must be declared to customs.
  • For minors travelling with only one parent, the Brazilian Embassy or Consulate may require a birth certificate and notarized travel authorization from both parents to issue a visa to a minor and/or depart Brazil with the minor.
  • Travel authorization documents for minors need to be frequently issued, authenticated, or directly legalized from the Brazilian Embassy or Consulate.
  • Informal housing developments in Brazil (commonly referred to in Brazil as favelas, vilas, communidades, and/or satellite cities) are not safe to visit even on a guided tour as neither the tour companies nor the police can guarantee your safety when entering these areas.

  • The local equivalent to the “911” emergency line in Brazil is divided between three services:

    • 190 - Policia (Police)
    • 192 - Ambulancia (Ambulance)
    • 193 - Bombeiros (Fire Department)

Brazil Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This type of visa is issued to Djiboutians businessmen, representatives or employees of foreign companies who want to visit Brazil for business purposes.
  • With this visa, applicants can attend business meetings, conferences and conclude contracts.
  • A covering letter from the applicant’s company is required. The letter must be written on the company's letterhead stating the name of the company,  the designation of the candidate, the department he or she works in and the company's contact number.
  • A notarized letter of invitation from the concerned organization in Brazil is needed. The letter should be written in both English and Portuguese. The letter should also include all the details of the company, such as the registration number of the organization, the duration and purpose of stay of the applicant.
  • If the applicant is a business owner, a copy of your certificate of business registration and latest tax returns is required.
  • If your employer is to assume the financial responsibility of your trip, it should be stated in the letter from your employer.
  • Proof of previous business dealings in the company should be provided, if any.

Brazil Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Brazilian work visa is for Djiboutians assigned to work in Brazil.
  •  Applicants are advised to confirm they have been offered a job in Brazil before initiating the application as an employment verification letter will be required.
  • A letter from your future employer should be submitted. The letter should be written on the company’s letterhead and should state the address of the company and your job description.
  • Your employment contract which states the terms of employment signed by both the employer and the employee is required.
  • Your employer will need to provide proof that there was no Brazilian willing and available to take up the job before you were offered the job.
  • Applicants of this visa who do not have the right qualification which matches the job they have been offered may not be issued this visa.
  • The applicant's employer is to prove that the Djiboutian will not be paid below the Brazilian minimum wage.
  • If you are travelling with a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate is required. A notarized consent signed by both the minor’s parents should also be submitted.
  • The short-term work visa which is valid for 90 days can be obtained by foreign nationals willing to work in Brazil by getting approval directly from the Brazilian consular offices. The applicant needs to provide the contract that has been signed as proof to the immigration department.

Brazil Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (USD)

Business visa

60.00 (USD)

Work visa

60.00 (USD)

Brazil Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Djibouti

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Brazil does not currently hold an embassy in Djibouti. Applicants are advised to visit neighboring countries to process their visa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get to Brazil from Djibouti on Air?

12 hours from the west coast in Djibouti and 8-9 hours from East Coast of Djibouti hubs.

Can I drink the water in Brazil?

Most tap water throughout Brazil is treated and safe to drink.  However, even Brazilians don’t care for the taste and bottled or filtered water is available at most hotels, lodges and restaurants.  Public areas such as airports usually have water fountains providing filtered water. Tap water is certainly safe to use for teeth brushing or washing throughout the country unless specifically advised otherwise.

Which city is the best one to live and work in?

Sao Paolo is the premier destination for business expats moving to Brazil. Rio de Janeiro is also very popular and has a number of oil industry jobs. Brasília has a significant diplomatic community. Many of the coastal cities such as Fortaleza, Recife and Porto Alegre also have expat communities.

What pollution levels will I experience in the cities?

Rapid urbanization in many of Brazil’s major cities has led to an increase in pollution levels. However, local governments in Sao Paolo are intent on putting pollution control measures in place and in some of the larger cities, like São Paulo, there are restrictions on driving.