United States to Brazil tourist visa
Complete Brazil e-visa guide for Americans: $80.90 fee, 10-day processing, and application steps. Updated December 2025.
- Visa
- Brazil eVisa
- Fee
- $80.90
- Processing time
- 5–10 business days
- Length of stay
- Up to 90 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your US passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Brazil
- Digital Photo — Recent passport-style photograph meeting Brazil’s requirements
- Passport Bio Page Copy — Color copy of your passport’s biographical data page
- Visa Fee Payment — Online payment for the e-visa fee
How to apply
- Valid US passport (signed, with — Valid US passport (signed, with 2 blank pages)
- Recent passport-style photo (3.5 x — Recent passport-style photo (3.5 x 4.5 cm, white background)
- Color scan of passport bio — Color scan of passport bio page
- Credit/debit card for payment — Credit/debit card for payment
- Personal information matching your passport — Personal information matching your passport exactly
- Passport details — Passport details
Common questions
- Do US citizens need a visa for Brazil in 2025?
- Yes, as of April 10, 2025, all US citizens need an e-visa to enter Brazil. This ended the previous visa-free arrangement. Apply online at brazil.vfsevisa.com at least 10 working days before travel.
- How much does a Brazil visa cost for US citizens?
- The Brazil e-visa costs $80.90 total, which includes an $80 consular fee and a $0.90 processing fee. This fee is non-refundable regardless of whether your application is approved.
- How long does Brazil e-visa processing take?
- Processing takes approximately 10 working days. Apply at least 2 weeks before your planned travel date to account for any delays or additional document requests.
- How long can I stay in Brazil with an e-visa?
- The e-visa allows stays up to 90 days per visit. The visa itself is valid for up to 10 years with multiple entries, meaning you can visit Brazil multiple times within the validity period.
- Can I extend my stay in Brazil?
- Yes, you can apply for a 90-day extension at the Federal Police in Brazil before your initial 90 days expires. However, you cannot stay more than 180 days in any 12-month period.
- What documents do I need for Brazil e-visa?
- You need a valid US passport, a recent passport-style photo, a color copy of your passport bio page, and a credit/debit card to pay the $80.90 fee. No invitation letter or proof of accommodation is required.