Brazil Travel Advice

Entry requirements differ by country. The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) issues country specific travel advice including Health, Visa and Vaccination requirements.

You can access the FCDO advice for Brazil at https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/brazil

Entry Requirements

For all travellers
You can travel to Brazil as a tourist for up to 90 days without a visa. All passengers arriving in Brazil do not need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination, a negative COVID-19 test, or a certificate of recovery from COVID-19. For more details, you can visit the Consulate General of Brazil in London – Visiting Brazil website. If you wish to extend your tourist visa, contact the Policia Federal.

Passport Validity
Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from your date of entry into Brazil.

Dual Nationality
Dual British/Brazilian nationals visiting Brazil are often required to travel on Brazilian rather than British passports.

Entry Requirements for Children

Children holding Dual British-Brazilian Citizenship
Dual British-Brazilian nationals under 18 require authorisation from both parents/guardians for travel within Brazil or to leave the country. This is needed unless the minor is travelling with both parents. The authorisation has to be provided through a formal process - Travel Authorization for Brazilian Minors. The procedure can also be carried out online through e-Notariado.

Children who are not Dual British-Brazilian nationals
For non-Brazilian minors, it's recommended that they carry the original or notarised copy of the minor's birth certificate, especially if traveling without one or both parents. Consult the Brazilian Consulate in London for more strategies and consults.

Health Requirements

Yellow Fever Certificate
You might need a yellow fever certificate. Check if you need one by visiting the TravelHealthPro website.

Legal Implications and Penalties

Be sure to comply with Brazilian immigration laws upon arrival. You must demonstrate that you possess enough funds for your stay, provide accommodation details, and evidence of return/onward travel. Ensure that your passport gets stamped else you may be fined on leaving. Overstaying can lead to fines, deportation, and notice to leave the country at your own expense.

Check if you need a yellow fever certificate on the TravelHealthPro website.

Irish Passport Holders

Please note that this information is for British Passport holders only. If you hold an Irish passport then please visit the Department of Foreign Affairs for travel advice