Brazil visa requirements for Vietnameses

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Vietnameses visiting Brazil

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

  • An international  passport valid for at least 6 months on entry 
  •  The passport must have two blank pages for visa stamp.
  •  A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • A minor’s application form has to be signed by his/her parents. 
  • Three recent  identical  passport-size photographs (5 x 7 cm).
  • The travel document must be completely provided.
  • The traveler has to show proof of sufficient funds to cover their duration of stay.  
  • Proof of accommodation has to be provided even if the applicant is staying with a host or at a hotel. 
  • Travelers are to provide a copy of their onward or return flight. 
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country.
  • A report from the police in the applicant’s home country to show he/she does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical insurance that covers the duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • A copy of the travel itinerary from a travel agency. 
  • Applicants are to provide proof of the paid visa application fee.

    • Brazil Visa for Vietnameses

    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 5 to 8 days 90 days
    Work visa 7 to 15 days more than 90 days
    Student visa 10 to 15 days more than 90 days

    General Requirements for Brazil Visa

  • An international  passport valid for at least 6 months on entry 
  •  The passport must have two blank pages for visa stamp.
  •  A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • A minor’s application form has to be signed by his/her parents. 
  • Three recent  identical  passport-size photographs (5 x 7 cm).
  • The travel document must be completely provided.
  • The traveler has to show proof of sufficient funds to cover their duration of stay.  
  • Proof of accommodation has to be provided even if the applicant is staying with a host or at a hotel. 
  • Travelers are to provide a copy of their onward or return flight. 
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country.
  • A report from the police in the applicant’s home country to show he/she does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical insurance that covers the duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • A copy of the travel itinerary from a travel agency. 
  • Applicants are to provide proof of the paid visa application fee.
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    Brazil Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements


    • The Brazilian tourist visa is valid for  90 days.
    • The Brazilian tourist visa is extendable. The extension has to be made at the federal police on arrival. 
    • You are expected to have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure. 
    • The passport must contain one blank page and must not be torn, separated or altered.
    • The Brazilian application form should be written in Portuguese.
    • The duration and extension of your stay must not exceed 180 days within one year period. 
    •  A copy of your driver's license with address details as it appears on the application form is required. 
    •  A recent notarized copy of a lease or notarized major utility bill (Water, Gas, Electric)  showing the applicants name and current address is to be provided too. 
    • Travel insurance which covers the applicant during the duration of stay is to be provided.  
    • Holders of this visa can participate in conferences, seminars, or meetings, voluntary service or research activities, educational or academic extension.
    • An original invitation letter from the organizing institution in Brazil is required from those intending to attend conferences and events. 
    •  Holders can render professional services during the duration of their stay.
    • Citizens of Vietnam who intend to travel to Brazil for a short period to perform sports/artistic activities can use a tourist visa.
    •  Holders of a tourist visa are allowed to receive prizes in Brazil, including cash prizes.
    • Minors need to provide a copy of their birth certificate.
    •  A copy of round trip tickets or a letter signed by a travel agent is to be submitted. 
    • The flight itinerary should show exit and entry dates into and out of the country. 
    •  A letter addressed to the "Consulate of Brazil, Visa Section" explaining exactly how, when, and where you will be entering and leaving Brazil is also one of the visa application requirements. 
    • Bank statements to prove that the traveler can handle all his expenses.   
    •  Children between the ages of 3 months and 6 years need to provide a certificate of vaccination against Polio. If the child cannot be inoculated, a notarized letter from the child's physician is to be submitted.
    • Travelers with pets are expected to submit an international health certificate issued by their vet doctor back home. Or a completed application form from the Ministry of Agriculture and a rabies vaccination certificate.  
    • Drug trafficking has severe penalties which include long prison sentences in a Brazilian prison. 
    • An international certificate of yellow fever is required. 

    Brazil Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

    • To legally work in Brazil,  citizens of Vietnam need to have both a residence permit (either temporary or permanent) and a work visa (Autorizaçao de Trabalho).
    •  An employment letter is needed before you are granted a Brazilian work visa. 
    • The Brazilian work visa has two categories;  temporary and permanent work visa.
    • A temporary work visa is valid for only two years.
    • Holders of a temporary work visa can stay in Brazil for a maximum of two years in Brazil. For an extension, the request has to be made not later than 30 days before the visa expiration.  
    • Only a two-year extension can be granted on a temporary work visa.  After this four-year period, then the company can apply for a permanent work visa for their employee. 
    • Foreign workers cannot change their employers in Brazil without permission under a temporary work visa. 
    • The permanent work visa is granted to Vietnamese workers who are eligible for permanent residence in Brazil.
    •  Professional researchers or scientists (for activities exceeding a period of two years), investors (provided the investment sum exceeds US$ 50,000 for natural persons or US$ 200,000 for companies) and manager or directors can apply for a permanent work visa.
    • All the documents to be approved by the Brazilian authorities have to be translated into Portuguese and signed before being submitted.   
    • Applicants with job offers from unregistered Brazilian company won't be issued work visas and work permits. 
    • Application has to be approved by the Brazil Ministry of labour. 
    • The employing company is responsible for performing all the formalities at the Ministry of Labour in Brazil for the work visa process after the ministry of labour approves. 
    • Work visas can only be processed at the Consular Section once a visa approval notice is issued by the Brazilian Ministry of Labour.
    • A police certificate issued within the last 3 months, certifying the absence of a criminal record is needed. 
    • Minors have to provide a notarized consent letter signed by both parents

    Brazil Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

    • Foreign students are expected to have a student visa which allows them to attend regular courses or participate in exchange or internship programmes.
    • The Brazilian student visa allows for a multiple entry basis. 
    • Citizens of Vietnam are allowed to take up legal employment in Brazil compatible with their course load.
    • Foreign students are to submit documents that prove that they are financially sufficient.
    • Applicants are to provide proof of payment of tuition fee. 
    • Proof of health insurance which covers the applicant during the duration of stay is to be submitted. 
    • Applicants applying for this visa are required to present a copy of their stay permit.
    • Study programmes less than 90 days need a visitor’s visa instead.
    • A letter of acceptance from the academic institution you have been accepted to is required. The letter should outline the nature of the study being undertaken in Brazil.
    • Your police certificate certifying the absence of criminal record should not be more than three months old. 
    • Minors are required to have their original birth certificate accompanied with a letter of consent signed by both their parents.
    • A receipt that shows the payment of visa application fee has been made.
    • The student visa is extendable within six months if the duration of their study is going to be longer.

    Brazil Visa Fees

    Visa Type

    Sub Types

    Visa Fees

    Tourist visa

    44.50 (USD)

    Work visa

    290.00 (USD)

    Student visa

    180.00 (USD)

    Brazil Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Vietnam

    Location

    Address

    Hanoi

    14, Thuy Khue Street, D/6/7 Tay Ho Hanoi Vietnam

    hanoi.itamaraty.gov.br

    brasemb.hanoi@itamaraty.gov.br

    (+84) 24 3843 2544

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the best time to travel to Brazil?

    The best time to visit Brazil is between September and October. It is the period when Brazil is less busy and prices are cheaper. 

    What language is spoken in Brazil?

    Portuguese is the official language spoken in Brazil. Apart from Portuguese, there are other minority languages spoken by the people. 

    Does Uber operate in Brazil?

    Uber currently operates in four Brazilian cities. And they run 24/7 everyday. 

    Is it safe to travel by bus in Brazil?

    Generally, intercity bus travels are safe in Brazil in the same way other means of transportation are. However, It is always good to be cautious of petty thieves and pickpockets. etc.