Travel visa · Americas · 2026

Brazil visa for UAE residents (2026)

UAE citizens and Russian citizens visit Brazil without a visa for up to 90 days per entry. US, Canadian and Australian passport holders need the Brazil visitor e-visa (VIVIS), applied for online since its 2025 reintroduction. Other nationalities should check the status of their passport before booking.

UAE passports: Visa-free, 90 days per visit The stay can be extended once with the federal police, up to 180 days per year in total.
Russian passports: Visa-free, 90 days per 180 The same extension rules apply through the Polícia Federal.
US/Canada/Australia passports: E-visa (VIVIS) required Reintroduced in 2025 for these nationalities; the visa is linked to the passport and applied for online.
Entry documents: Passport plus proof of the trip Officers may ask for the return ticket, accommodation and evidence of funds at immigration.

Visas

Who needs this visa

UAE citizens — visa-free entry, 90 days per visit, extendable.
Russian citizens — also visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day window.
US, Canadian and Australian passports — the visitor e-visa (VIVIS) is required, applied for online; a few other nationalities still need a consulate visa.
Where to apply — visa-free travellers file nothing; e-visa applicants use the official gov.br portal.

Document checklist

Passport valid for the entire stay
Confirmed return or onward flight booking
Hotel reservation or address of stay
Proof of sufficient funds — a bank statement or card
E-visa approval printout for US, Canadian and Australian passports
Digital photo for the e-visa application
Copy of the UAE residence visa (supporting document)
For minors: birth certificate and, where applicable, consent from the non-travelling parent

Process

How it works

Check the passport rule
Same day

UAE and Russian passports travel visa-free; US, Canadian and Australian passports apply for the online VIVIS e-visa; others verify their status on official sources.
Visa-free route
1-2 days

Book flights and accommodation and carry the return ticket, booking and proof of funds for border control.
E-visa route
Usually a few business days

Complete the VIVIS form on the official gov.br portal, upload the photo and passport scan and pay the fee online.
Prepare for arrival
1 day

The e-visa is linked to the passport, so travel with the same document; keep bookings and funds evidence accessible.
Enter Brazil
Travel day

Immigration stamps the entry and sets the stay — 90 days for visa-free nationals, extendable up to 180 per year.

Fees and rules checked September 2026 — confirm with the application center before booking.

Visa fees

Fee item	Amount
Visa-free entry (UAE, Russian passports)	Not applicable
Visitor e-visa (VIVIS)	Paid online during the application; the amount is shown on the official portal
Stay extension at the Polícia Federal	Handled in Brazil; fees and slots are set by the federal police
Consulate visa (nationalities without the e-visa)	Set by the consulate; confirm before booking

Government fees are set in local currency; service fees are set by the application center. Checked Sep 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Do UAE citizens need a visa for Brazil?

No, Emiratis travel visa-free for up to 90 days, and the stay can be extended with the federal police up to a total of 180 days per year. Carry the return ticket and proof of funds, which officers may request.

I am a US citizen living in Dubai. What do I need for Brazil?

US passports need the Brazil visitor e-visa (VIVIS), which was reintroduced in 2025. The application is completed online on the official gov.br portal and the approval is linked to your passport.

Can Russian passport holders enter Brazil visa-free?

Yes, Russian citizens stay up to 90 days within any 180-day window without a visa. The same on-arrival document checks apply: return ticket, accommodation and evidence of funds.

How long does the Brazil e-visa take?

Most applications are processed within a few business days, but timelines can stretch in peak season. Apply at least two to three weeks before departure and check the status on the portal.

Do children need extra documents for Brazil?

Minors travel on their own passports under the same visa rules. Brazilian immigration is known for strict checks on travelling minors, so carry the birth certificate and consent from a non-travelling parent.