--- title: Moving to Brazil: Visas, Costs & Immigrant Guide description: Moving to Brazil can be a suitable choice, especially for families looking for work, study, or family reunification opportunities. With its active culture and d image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png --- Skip to content Brazil flag [/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflagcdn.com%2Fw80%2Fbr.png&w=3840&q=75] MOVING TO BRAZIL: VISAS, COST OF LIVING & IMMIGRANT GUIDE Brazil flag [/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflagcdn.com%2Fw320%2Fbr.png&w=3840&q=75] Moving to Brazil: this free immigrant guide covers cost of living, visa options, banking, healthcare, laws, and settlement steps for living in Brazil. Always confirm rules on the official immigration portal. Immigration rules and fees change frequently. Confirm current requirements on official government or embassy websites. Moving to Brazil can be a suitable choice, especially for families looking for work, study, or family reunification opportunities. With its active culture and diverse landscapes, Brazil has a distinct setup for settling in. If you plan to start a new job, enroll in a university, or join family members already living there, understanding local customs and regulations will be important In the first three months. This guide provides essential information to help you with your relocation. Last updated 2026-05-17Official immigration portal ↗ [https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao] Review due soon MigrantIQ research desk [/about/editorial/]3 min readData confidence: 82/100 17 published visa guides · 5 editorially reviewed in Q4 2026 Save to planner Verify before you move MigrantIQ provides general migration information, not legal advice. Always verify critical steps with official government sources or a licensed advisor before paying fees or submitting documents. Terms [/terms/]Privacy [/privacy/]Report an issue [/contact/] AT A GLANCE: LIVING IN BRAZIL Quick signals for cost of living, salary, healthcare, and safety before you dig into visas and settlement. Capital Brasília Region Americas (South America) Currency BRL Cost of Living Index 30.1 Net Monthly Salary 2674 Healthcare Universal/Beveridge Safety Index N/A Rent Index 8.5 Quality Index 6.2 COST OF LIVING IN BRAZIL Brazil's cost of living index is 30.1, making it relatively affordable compared to many countries. The rent index is low at 8.5, indicating manageable housing costs, particularly in less urban areas. The typical net monthly salary is around 2,674 BRL, which can support a decent standard of living, though actual expenses will vary by city and region. Budget according to your specific location and lifestyle needs. BRAZIL COUNTRY PROFILE In-depth facts & data for living in Brazil on this page· Updated 2026-06-02 8 sections Brazil, with a land area of 3.29 million square miles, is slightly larger than the continental U.S. It extends from the Amazonian equatorial plains at latitude 4 degrees N. to cool uplands at 30 degrees S., where frost occurs frequently. Brazil borders all South American countries, except Chile and Ecuador. To the east… Demographics & populationPopulation size, age structure, migration, ethnicity, language, education, and health indicatorsEconomyGDP, employment, industries, public finance, and currencyGovernment & politicsGovernment structure, legal system, citizenship, and international relationsGeography & environmentLocation, land area, terrain, climate, and natural resourcesTradeImports, exports, and trading partnersTravel & safetySafety, crime, medical care, and travel conditions for visitors and newcomersInfrastructureTransport, communications, and energyNational symbolsAnthem and national symbols For planning only. Always verify immigration and legal rules on official government sites. DEMOGRAPHICS & POPULATION IN BRAZIL: PLANNING NOTES 258 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Brazil. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Demographics & population in Brazil for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Brazil-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Brazil sits in South America, Americas, with Brasília as the capital. Common working and school languages in the dataset include Portuguese (official and most widely spoken language), note - less common languages include Spanish (border areas and schools), German, Italian, Japanese, English and and a large number of minor Amerindian languages. English proficiency is listed as medium. Population and age figures on this page are planning signals, not a substitute for census releases or visa eligibility rules. Brazil, with a land area of 3.29 million square miles, is slightly larger than the continental U.S. It extends from the Amazonian equatorial plains at latitude 4 degrees N. to cool uplands at Early practical steps people actually use in Brazil include: Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel; Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required; Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps; Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. Treat the list as a reminder, not a filing checklist. When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao (Polícia Federal, Migração) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Population overview; Age & family; Migration; Ethnicity & language; Education; Health & living conditions. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: DEMOGRAPHICS & POPULATION POPULATION OVERVIEW Show 6 6 facts — expand for details. Population 220,051,512 Population Growth Rate 0.61% Population Distribution the vast majority of people live along, or relatively near, the Atlantic coast in the east the population core is in the southeast, anchored by the cities of São Paolo, Brasília, and Rio de Janeiro Urban Population * population: 87.8% of total population rate of * urbanization: 0.87% annual rate of change Population in Major Urban Areas 22.620 million São Paulo, 13.728 million Rio de Janeiro, 6.248 million Belo Horizonte, 4.873 million BRASÍLIA (capital), 4.264 million Recife, 4.212 million Porto Alegre Population: Male/Female * male: 108,166,491 * female: 111,885,021 AGE & FAMILY Show 10 10 facts — expand for details. Age Structure * years: 19.6% (male 22,025,593/female 21,088,398) 15-64 [tel:3981564] * years: 69.5% (male 75,889,089/female 77,118,722) 65 years and * over: 10.9% (male 10,251,809/female 13,677,901) Median Age * total: 35.1 years * male: 34 years * female: 36.1 years Birth Rate - births/1,000 population 13 Death Rate - deaths/1,000 population 7 Total Fertility Rate - children born/woman 1.74 Gross reproduction rate 1 Contraceptive Prevalance Rate - female 12-49 80.5% Contraceptive Prevalence Rate - female 12-49 80.5% Currently married women (ages 15-49) 55.9% Sex Ratio at Birth - male/female * birth: 1.05 male(s)/female 0-14 * years: 1.04 male(s)/female 15-64 * years: 0.98 male(s)/female 65 years and * over: 0.75 male(s)/female total * population: 0.97 male(s)/female MIGRATION Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Net Migration Rate - migrant(s)/1,000 population -0.2 Demographic profile Brazil's rapid fertility decline since the 1960s is the main factor behind the country's slowing population growth rate, aging population, and fast-paced demographic transition. Brasilia has not taken full advantage of its large working-age population to develop its human capital and strengthen its social and economic institutions but is funding a study abroad program to bring advanced skills back to the country. The current favorable age structure will begin to shift around 2025, with the labor force shrinking and the elderly starting to compose an increasing share of the total population. Well-funded public pensions have nearly wiped out poverty among the elderly, and Bolsa Familia and other social programs have lifted tens of millions out of poverty. More than half of Brazil's population is considered middle class, but poverty and income inequality levels remain high; the Northeast, North, and Center-West, women, and black, mixed race, and indigenous populations are disproportionately affected. Disparities in opportunities foster social exclusion and contribute to Brazil's high crime rate, particularly violent crime in cities and favelas (slums). Brazil has traditionally been a net recipient of immigrants, with its southeast being the prime destination. After the importation of African slaves was outlawed in the mid-19th century, Brazil sought Europeans (Italians, Portuguese, Spaniards, and Germans) and later Asians (Japanese) to work in agriculture, especially coffee cultivation. Recent immigrants come mainly from Argentina, Chile, and Andean countries (many are unskilled illegal migrants) or are returning Brazilian nationals. Since Brazil's economic downturn in the 1980s, emigration to the United States, Europe, and Japan has been rising but is negligible relative to Brazil's total population. The majority of these emigrants are well-educated and middle-class. Fewer Brazilian peasants are emigrating to neighboring countries to take up agricultural work. ETHNICITY & LANGUAGE Hide Ethnic Groups mixed 45.3%, White 43.5%, Black 10.2%, Indigenous 0.6%, Asian 0.4% Language Note Portuguese (official and most widely spoken language); note - less common languages include Spanish (border areas and schools), German, Italian, Japanese, English, and a large number of minor Amerindian languages Nationality Noun * noun: Brazilian(s) * adjective: Brazilian EDUCATION Show 6 6 facts — expand for details. Literacy - total population 94.7% Literacy - male 94.4% Literacy - female 94.9% Literacy Definition age 15 and over can read and write Education Expenditures - percent of GDP 6% Total School Life Expectancy - (primary to tertiary) * total: 16 years * male: 15 years * female: 16 years HEALTH & LIVING CONDITIONS Show 13 13 facts — expand for details. Life Expectancy at Birth * population: 76.3 years * male: 72.6 years * female: 80.1 years Infant Mortality Rate * total: 12.9 deaths/1,000 live births * male: 14.6 deaths/1,000 live births * female: 11.1 deaths/1,000 live births Infant Mortality Rate - total deaths/1,000 live births * total: 12.9 deaths/1,000 live births * male: 14.6 deaths/1,000 live births * female: 11.1 deaths/1,000 live births Maternal Mortality Rate - deaths/100,000 live births 72 Physicians Density - physicians/1,000 population 2.1 Hospital Bed Density - beds/1,000 population 2.3 Health Expenditures - percent of GDP 10.3% Major Infectious Diseases - degree of risk * risk: very high food or waterborne * diseases: bacterial diarrhea and hepatitis A vectorborne * diseases: dengue fever, malaria, sexually transmitted * diseases: hepatitis B (2024) water contact * diseases: schistosomiasis Obesity - adult prevalence rate 22.1% Tobacco Use * total: 12.8% * male: 16.2% * female: 9.4% Alcohol consumption per capita * total: 6.12 liters of pure alcohol * beer: 3.84 liters of pure alcohol * wine: 0.24 liters of pure alcohol * spirits: 2 liters of pure alcohol other * alcohols: 0.04 liters of pure alcohol Drinking Water Source - percent of urban population improved * improved: urban: 99.8% of population * rural: 96.9% of population * total: 99.4% of population * unimproved: urban: 0.2% of population * rural: 3.1% of population * total: 0.6% of population Sanitation Facility Access - percent of urban population improved * improved: urban: 94.1% of population * rural: 63.6% of population * total: 90.2% of population * unimproved: urban: 5.9% of population * rural: 36.4% of population * total: 9.8% of population ECONOMY IN BRAZIL: PLANNING NOTES 222 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Brazil. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Economy in Brazil for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Brazil-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. People comparing Brazil with other destinations usually start with wages, rent, and tax, not headline GDP. GDP per capita in the planning dataset is about 15,200. Recent growth is listed at -3.3 percent. Unemployment is listed at 12.6 percent. A typical net monthly salary signal is 2,674. The cost-of-living index is 30. The rent index is 9. A city-centre 1-bed rent signal is 272. A monthly groceries signal is 150. Purchasing-power index: 46. Quality-of-life index: 6. Local currency code: BRL. City prices vary, and these indexes do not replace a job offer or a proof-of-funds check. Brazil, with a land area of 3.29 million square miles, is slightly larger than the continental U.S. It extends from the Amazonian equatorial plains at latitude 4 degrees N. to cool uplands at When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao (Polícia Federal, Migração) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Economic overview; GDP & growth; Prices & money; Employment & labor; Labor by occupation; Public finance. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: ECONOMY ECONOMIC OVERVIEW Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Economic Overview Brazil is the eighth-largest economy in the world but is recovering from a recession in 2015 and 2016 that ranks as the worst in the country’s history. In 2017, Brazil`s GDP grew 1%, inflation fell to historic lows of 2.9%, and the Central Bank lowered benchmark interest rates from 13.75% in 2016 to 7%. The economy has been negatively affected by multiple corruption scandals involving private companies and government officials, including the impeachment and conviction of Former President Dilma ROUSSEFF in August 2016. Sanctions against the firms involved — some of the largest in Brazil — have limited their business opportunities, producing a ripple effect on associated businesses and contractors but creating opportunities for foreign companies to step into what had been a closed market. The succeeding TEMER administration has implemented a series of fiscal and structural reforms to restore credibility to government finances. Congress approved legislation in December 2016 to cap public spending. Government spending growth had pushed public debt to 73.7% of GDP at the end of 2017, up from over 50% in 2012. The government also boosted infrastructure projects, such as oil and natural gas auctions, in part to raise revenues. Other economic reforms, proposed in 2016, aim to reduce barriers to foreign investment and improve labor conditions. Policies to strengthen Brazil’s workforce and industrial sector, such as local content requirements, have boosted employment, but at the expense of investment. Brazil is a member of the Common Market of the South (Mercosur), a trade bloc that includes Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay - Venezuela’s membership in the organization was suspended In August 2017. After the Asian and Russian financial crises, Mercosur adopted a protectionist stance to guard against exposure to volatile foreign markets and it currently is negotiating Free Trade Agreements with the European Union and Canada. Industries Textiles, shoes, chemicals, cement, lumber, iron ore, tin, steel, aircraft, motor vehicles and parts, other machinery and equipment GDP - per capita (PPP) $15,200.00 (USD) GDP - real growth rate -3.3% GDP & GROWTH Show 9 9 facts — expand for details. GDP - Gross Domestic Product (PPP) $2,989,430,000,000 (USD) GDP Per Capita $15,200.00 (USD) GDP - real growth rate -3.3% GDP - official exchange rate $1,770,000,000,000 (USD) GDP - composition, by end use * Consumption: 62.5% Government * Consumption: 20.6% Investment in Fixed * Capital: 15.8% Investment in * Inventories: -0.1% Exports of Goods and * Services: 13.9% Imports of Goods and * Services: -12.7% GDP by Sector- agriculture 6.3% GDP by Sector- Industry 21.8% GDP by Sector- services 72% Industrial Growth Rate -3% PRICES & MONEY Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Inflation Rate 8.4% Exchange Rate per US Dollar 3.483 Currency Name and Code Brazilian Real (BRL) Fiscal Year Calendar Year Commercial Bank Prime Lending Rate 47.4% EMPLOYMENT & LABOR Show 8 8 facts — expand for details. Labor Force 110,400,000 Unemployment Rate 12.6% Major Industries Textiles, shoes, chemicals, cement, lumber, iron ore, tin, steel, aircraft, motor vehicles and parts, other machinery and equipment Agriculture Products Coffee, soybeans, wheat, rice, corn, sugarcane, cocoa, citrus; beef Population Below Poverty Line 21.4% Child Labor - # of children ages 5-14 959,942 Child Labor - % of children ages 5-14 3% Child Labor - note note: data represents children ages 5-13 LABOR BY OCCUPATION Show 3 3 facts — expand for details. Labor Force By Occupation- agriculture 15.7% Labor Force By Occupation- industry 13.3% Labor Force By Occupation- services 71% PUBLIC FINANCE Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Annual Budget $632,000,000,000 (USD) Public Debt (% of GDP) 75.4% Budget Surplus or Deficit - percent of GDP -2.6% Taxes and other revenues - percent of GDP 35.7% GOVERNMENT & POLITICS IN BRAZIL: PLANNING NOTES 234 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Brazil. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Government & politics in Brazil for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Brazil-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Brazil's government and legal structure matters for visas, ID, tax residence, and later naturalization. The immigration authority in our records is Polícia Federal, Migração. Confirm current forms and fees on https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao. In the planning dataset, permanent residence is listed at 4 years of qualifying stay; citizenship is listed at 41 years; dual citizenship is listed as restricted. Brazil, with a land area of 3.29 million square miles, is slightly larger than the continental U.S. It extends from the Amazonian equatorial plains at latitude 4 degrees N. to cool uplands at Early practical steps people actually use in Brazil include: Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel; Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required; Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps; Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. Treat the list as a reminder, not a filing checklist. When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao (Polícia Federal, Migração) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Identity & names; Political system; Capital & time; International role. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: GOVERNMENT & POLITICS IDENTITY & NAMES Show 7 7 facts — expand for details. Full Country Name Federative Republic of Brazil Country Name Brazil Local - Long República Federativa do Brasil Local - Short Brasil Etymology- history of name the country name derives from the brazilwood tree that used to grow plentifully along the coast of Brazil and that was used to produce a deep red dye Independence 7 September 1822 (from Portugal) National Holiday Independence Day, 7 September (1822) POLITICAL SYSTEM Show 10 10 facts — expand for details. Government Type federal presidential republic Constitution * history: several previous; latest ratified 5 October 1988 * amendments: proposed by at least one third of either house of the National Congress, by the president of the republic, or by simple majority vote by more than half of the state legislative assemblies; passage requires at least three-fifths majority vote by both houses in each of two readings; constitutional provisions affecting the federal form of government, separation of powers, suffrage, or individual rights and guarantees cannot be amended; amended many times, last in 2022 Legal System: civil law; note - a new civil law code was enacted in 2002 replacing the 1916 code Executive Branch: * chief of state: President Luiz Inácio LULA da Silva (since 1 January 2023); Vice President Geraldo José Rodrigues ALCKMIN Filho (since 1 January 2023); note - the president is both chief of state and head of government * head of government: President Luiz Inácio LULA da Silva (since 1 January 2023); Vice President Geraldo José Rodrigues ALCKMIN Filho (since 1 January 2023) * cabinet: Cabinet appointed by the president * elections/appointments: president and vice president directly elected on the same ballot by absolute majority popular vote in 2 rounds if needed for a 4-year term (eligible for a single consecutive term and additional terms after at least one term has elapsed); election last held on 2 October 2022 with runoff on 30 October 2022 (next to be held on 4 October 2026) * election results: 2022: Luiz Inácio LULA da Silva elected president in second round; percent of vote in first round - Luiz Inácio LULA da Silva (PT) 48.4%, Jair BOLSONARO (PSL) 43.2%, Simone Nassar TEBET (MDB) 4.2%, Ciro GOMES (PDT) 3%, other 1.2%; percent of vote in second round - Luiz Inácio LULA da Silva (PT) 50.9%, Jair BOLSONARO (PSL) 49.1% 2018: Jair BOLSONARO elected president in second round; percent of vote in first round - Jair BOLSONARO (PSL) 46%, Fernando HADDAD (PT) 29.3%, Ciro GOMEZ (PDT) 12.5%, Geraldo ALCKMIN (PSDB) 4.8%, other 7.4%; percent of vote in second round - Jair BOLSONARO (PSL) 55.1%, Fernando HADDAD (PT) 44.9% Legislative Branch: * Description: bicameral National Congress or Congresso Nacional consists of: Federal Senate or Senado Federal (81 seats; 3 members each from 26 states and 3 from the federal district directly elected in multi-seat constituencies by simple majority vote to serve 8-year terms, with one-third and two-thirds of the membership elected alternately every 4 years) Chamber of Deputies or Camara dos Deputados (513 seats; members directly elected in multi-seat constituencies by open party-list proportional representation vote to serve 4-year terms) * elections: Federal * Senate - last held on 2 October 2022 for one-third of the Senate (next to be held on 4 October 2026 for two-thirds of the seats) * Chamber of Deputies - last held on 2 October 2022 (next to be held on 4 October 2026) * election results: Federal * Senate - percent of vote by party - NA; seats by party - PL 13, Brazil Union 12, MBD 10, PSD 10, PT 9, Progressistas 7, Podemos 6, PSDB 4, Republicans 3, PDT 2, Cidadania 1, PSB 1, PSC 1, PROS 1, REDE 1; * composition - men 66, women 15, percent of women 18.5% * Chamber of Deputies - percent of vote by party - NA; seats by party - PL 99, PT 67, Brazil Union 59, PP 47, MDB 42, PSD 42, Republicans 41, PDT 17, PSB 14, PSDB 13, Podemos 12, PSOL 12, Avante 7, PCdoB 6, PSC 6, PV 6, Cidadania 5, Patriota 4, PROS 4, SD 4, NOVO 3, REDE 2, PTB 1; * Composition: men 423, women 90, percent of women 17.5%; * Note: total National Congress percent of women 17.7% Judicial Branch: * office: justices appointed by the president and approved by the Federal Senate; justices appointed to serve until mandatory retirement at age 75 * subordinate courts: Tribunal of the Union, Federal Appeals Court, Superior Court of Justice, Superior Electoral Court, regional federal courts; state court system Regions or States: 26 states (estados, singular - estado) and 1 federal district* (distrito federal) Acre, Alagoas, Amapa, Amazonas, Bahia, Ceara, Distrito Federal*, Espirito Santo, Goias, Maranhao, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Para, Paraiba, Parana, Pernambuco, Piaui, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Norte, Rio Grande do Sul, Rondonia, Roraima, Santa Catarina, Sao Paulo, Sergipe, Tocantins Political Parties and Leaders: * Act (Agir) [Daniel TOURINHO] (formerly Christian Labor Party or PTC) * Avante [Luis Henrique de Oliveira RESENDE] (formerly Labor Party of Brazil or PTdoB) Brazil Union (União Brasil) * Note: founded from a merger between the Democrats (DEM) and the Social Liberal Party (PSL) Brazilian Communist Party or PCB [Astrogildo PEREIRA] Brazilian Democratic Movement or MDB [Luiz Felipe Baleia TENUTO Rossi] Brazilian Labor Party or PTB [Kassyo Santos RAMOS] Brazilian Renewal Labor Party or PRTB [Júlio Cezar FIDELIX da Cruz] Brazilian Labor Party or PTB Brazilian Social Democracy Party or PSDB [Bruno Cavalcanti de ARAÚJO] Brazilian Socialist Party or PSB [Carlos Roberto SIQUEIRA de Barros] Christian Democracy or DC [José Maria EYMAEL] (formerly Christian Social Cidadania [Roberto João Pereira FREIRE] (formerly Popular Socialist Party or PPS) Communist Party of Brazil or PCdoB [Luciana SANTOS] Democratic Labor Party or PDT [Ciro FERREIRA Gomes] Democratic Party or PSDC Democrats or DEM [Jose AGRIPINO] (formerly Liberal Front Party or PFL); Suffrage: * voluntary between 16 to 18 years of age, over 70, and if illiterate * compulsory between 18 to 70 years of age * note - military conscripts by law cannot vote Citizenship Criteria: * birth: yes citizenship by descent * only: yes dual citizenship * recognized: yes residency requirement for * naturalization: 4 years CAPITAL & TIME Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Capital Name Brasília Capital - geographic coordinate 15 47 S, 47 55 W Capital Time Difference UTC-3 (2 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time) time zone note: Brazil has four time zones, including one for the Fernando de Noronha Islands Daylight Savings Time +1hr, begins third Sunday in October; ends third Sunday in February INTERNATIONAL ROLE Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. International Organization Participation: * AfDB (nonregional member) * BIS * BRICS * CAN (associate) * CD * CELAC * CPLP * FAO * FATF * G-15 * G-20 * G-24 * G-5 * G-77 * IADB * IAEA * IBRD * ICAO * ICC (national committees) * ICCt * ICRM * IDA * IFAD * IFC * IFRCS * IHO * ILO * IMF * IMO * IMSO * Interpol * IOC * IOM * IPU * ISO * ITSO * ITU * ITUC (NGOs) * LAES * LAIA * LAS (observer) * Mercosur * MIGA * MINURSO * MINUSTAH * MONUSCO * NAM (observer) * NSG * OAS * OECD (enhanced engagement) * OPANAL * OPCW * Paris Club (associate) * PCA * PROSUR * SICA (observer) * UN * UNASUR * UNCTAD * UNESCO * UNFICYP * UNHCR * UNHRC * UNIDO * UNISFA * UNIFIL * Union Latina * UNISFA * UNITAR * UNMIL * UNMISS * UNOCI * UNOOSA * UNRWA * UNWTO * UPU * WCO * WFTU (NGOs) * WHO * WIPO * WMO * WTO International Law Organization Participation: has not submitted an ICJ jurisdiction declaration; accepts ICCt jurisdiction Diplomatic Representation from US: * Chief of Mission: Ambassador Elizabeth Frawley BAGLEY (since 5 February 2023) * Embassy: SES - Avenida das Nações, Quadra 801, Lote 3, 70403-900 [tel:70403900] - Brasília, DF * Mailing Address: 7500 Brasilia Place, Washington DC 20521-7500 [tel:205217500] * Telephone: [55] (61) 3312-7000 [tel:6133127000] * FAX: [55] (61) 3225-9136 [tel:6132259136] * Email: BrasilliaACS@state.gov * Website: https://br.usembassy.gov/ [https://br.usembassy.gov/] * Consulate(s) General: Recife, Porto Alegre, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo branch office(s): Belo Horizonte Diplomatic Representation in the US: * Chief of Mission: Ambassador Maria Luiza Ribeiro VIOTTI (since 30 June 2023) * Chancery: 3006 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 * Telephone: [1] (202) 238-2700 [tel:2022382700] * FAX: [1] (202) 238-2827 [tel:2022382827] * Email: ambassador.dc@itamaraty.gov.br * Website: https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-washington [https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-washington] * Consulate(s) General: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Hartford (CT), Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco, Washington, DC GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENT IN BRAZIL: PLANNING NOTES 156 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Brazil. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Geography & environment in Brazil for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Brazil-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Brazil's capital is Brasília in South America, Americas. Traffic keeps to the right. Geography here is for settlement planning: climate, distance to work, and which city you can actually afford, not a travel brochure. Brazil, with a land area of 3.29 million square miles, is slightly larger than the continental U.S. It extends from the Amazonian equatorial plains at latitude 4 degrees N. to cool uplands at When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao (Polícia Federal, Migração) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Location & size; Physical geography; Climate & time; Climate; Environment. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENT LOCATION & SIZE Show 8 8 facts — expand for details. Geographic Location South America Geographic Coordinates 10 00 S, 55 00 W Total Area 3,287,594 Square Miles 8,514,877 Square Kilometers Land Area 3,266,181 Square Miles 8,459,417 Square Kilometers Water Area 21,413 Square Miles 55,460 Square Kilometers Land Boundaries 10,492 Miles 16,885 Kilometers Border Countries Argentina 1,261 km, Bolivia 3,423 km, Colombia 1,644 km, French Guiana 730 km, Guyana 1,606 km, Paraguay 1,365 km, Peru 2,995 km, Suriname 593 km, Uruguay 1,068 km, Venezuela 2,200 km Coastline 4,655 Miles 7,491 Kilometers PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY Show 6 6 facts — expand for details. Terrain Mostly flat to rolling lowlands in the north; some plains, hills, mountains, and narrow coastal belt Highest Point 2,994 Meters Highest Point Location Pico da Neblina 2,994 m Lowest Point Location Atlantic Ocean 0 m Natural Resources Bauxite, gold, iron ore, manganese, nickel, phosphates, platinum, tin, rare earth elements, uranium, petroleum, hydropower, timber Irrigated Land 20,849 Square Miles 54,000 Square Kilometers CLIMATE & TIME Hide Time Zone UTC-3 (2 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time) time zone note: Brazil has four time zones, including one for the Fernando de Noronha Islands Daylight saving time +1hr, begins third Sunday in October; ends third Sunday in February CLIMATE Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Climate Although Brazil is immense in size and varies in topography from the sweeping sea-level Amazon basin in the north to the mountainous areas of São Paulo and Porto Alegre in the south, the temperature range is slight. Summer runs from December to February. The rainy season runs from October to March but varies greatly by region. Terrain Mostly flat to rolling lowlands in the north; some plains, hills, mountains, and narrow coastal belt Location Eastern South America, bordering the Atlantic Ocean Total Area 3,287,594 Square Miles 8,514,877 Square Kilometers Border Countries Argentina 1,261 km, Bolivia 3,423 km, Colombia 1,644 km, French Guiana 730 km, Guyana 1,606 km, Paraguay 1,365 km, Peru 2,995 km, Suriname 593 km, Uruguay 1,068 km, Venezuela 2,200 km ENVIRONMENT Hide Environment - Current Issues * Deforestation in Amazon Basin destroys the habitat and endangers a multitude of plant and animal species indigenous to the area * there is a lucrative illegal wildlife trade * air and water pollution in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, and several other large cities * land degradation and water pollution caused by improper mining activities * wetland degradation * severe oil spills Environment - International Agreements Party To: Antarctic-Environmental Protocol, Antarctic-Marine Living Resources, Antarctic Seals, Antarctic Treaty, Biodiversity, Climate Change, Climate Change-Kyoto Protocol, Desertification, Endangered Species, Environmental Modification, Hazardous Wastes, Law of the Sea, Marine Dumping, Ozone Layer Protection, Ship Pollution, Tropical Timber 83, Tropical Timber 94, Wetlands, Whaling signed, but not ratified: none of the selected agreements TRADE IN BRAZIL: PLANNING NOTES 159 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Brazil. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Trade in Brazil for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Brazil-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Trade figures for Brazil help explain which industries hire, which ports matter, and how imported goods show up in grocery prices. Settlements and contracts usually run in BRL. They are not a visa pathway. Work permission still depends on the destination's immigration rules. Brazil, with a land area of 3.29 million square miles, is slightly larger than the continental U.S. It extends from the Amazonian equatorial plains at latitude 4 degrees N. to cool uplands at When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao (Polícia Federal, Migração) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Trade overview; Trading partners; Partners (summary). Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: TRADE TRADE OVERVIEW Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Exports $189,700,000,000 (USD) Imports $143,900,000,000 (USD) Major Exports Transport equipment, iron ore, soybeans, footwear, coffee, automobiles Major Imports Machinery, electrical and transport equipment, chemical products, oil, automotive parts, electronics TRADING PARTNERS Hide Top Export Partners China 18.6%, United States 12.7%, Argentina 6.7%, Netherlands 5.3% Top Import Partners China 17.9%, United States 15.6%, Germany 6.1%, Argentina 6% PARTNERS (SUMMARY) Hide Export Partners China 18.6%, United States 12.7%, Argentina 6.7%, Netherlands 5.3% Import Partners China 17.9%, United States 15.6%, Germany 6.1%, Argentina 6% TRAVEL & SAFETY IN BRAZIL: PLANNING NOTES 234 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Brazil. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Travel & safety in Brazil for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Brazil-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Safety in Brazil is local. Neighbourhood, night transport, and documentation checks matter more than a single country score. Tap water is listed as generally safe in the planning dataset. Healthcare system type: Universal/Beveridge. Immigrant health access note: Partial. Health coverage waiting period in the dataset: 0 days. Read current travel advice from your origin government before you book. Brazil, with a land area of 3.29 million square miles, is slightly larger than the continental U.S. It extends from the Amazonian equatorial plains at latitude 4 degrees N. to cool uplands at Early practical steps people actually use in Brazil include: Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel; Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required; Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps; Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. Treat the list as a reminder, not a filing checklist. When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao (Polícia Federal, Migração) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Before you travel; Crime & law; Health & roads. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: TRAVEL & SAFETY BEFORE YOU TRAVEL Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Country Description The fifth largest country in the world, Brazil is a Portuguese-speaking country with a robust economy. It consists of 26 states and a Federal District. Tourist facilities are excellent in major cities but vary in quality in remote areas. Safety & Security Demonstrations and political/labor strikes are common in urban areas and may cause temporary disruption to public and private transportation. While the protests have not been directed at U.S. citizens, there have been incidents of vandalism which have affected U.S. government facilities. In some cases, Brazilian police have used tear gas, riot control, and mounted units to disperse protestors. If you become aware of protests in your vicinity, you should remain indoors and close doors and windows. U.S. citizens in Brazil are urged to monitor local news reports and to plan their activities accordingly. Protests anywhere in the world have the potential to become violent. Even demonstrations or events intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence. U.S. citizens traveling or residing in Brazil are advised to take common-sense precautions, avoid large gatherings or other events where crowds have congregated to demonstrate or protest, and comply with the instructions of local authorities. Check the website of the Embassy or consulate nearest you for current information on demonstrations. CRIME & LAW Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Crime Brazilian police and media report that the crime rate remains high in most urban centers, including the cities of Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, and is also growing in rural areas within those states. Brazil's murder rate is more than four times higher than that of the United States, and rates for other crimes are similarly high. Street crime remains a problem for visitors and local residents alike. Foreign tourists, including U.S. citizens, are often targets, especially in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, and Recife. While the risk is greater during the evening and at night, street crime also occurs during the day, and safer areas of cities are not immune. Incidents of theft on city buses are frequent. You should keep a copy of your passport with you while in public and keep your passport in a hotel safe or other secure place. You should also carry proof of your health insurance with you. The incidence of crime against tourists is greater in areas surrounding beaches, hotels, discotheques, bars, nightclubs, and other tourist destinations. It is especially prevalent prior to and during Carnival (Brazilian Mardi Gras), but also occurs throughout the year. Several Brazilian cities have established specialized tourist police units to patrol areas frequented by tourists. Use caution when traveling through rural areas and satellite cities due to reported incidents of roadside robberies that randomly target passing vehicles. Robberies and "quicknappings" outside of banks and ATMs occur regularly. In a "quicknapping," criminals abduct victims for a short time in order to receive a quick payoff from the family, business, or the victim's ATM card. Some victims have been beaten and/or raped. You should also take precautions to avoid being carjacked, especially in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Recife, and other cities. In airports, hotel lobbies, bus stations, and other public places, pick pocketing and the theft of hand-carried luggage and laptop computers is common. You should "dress down" when in public and avoid carrying valuables or wearing jewelry or expensive watches. "Good Samaritan" scams are common. If a tourist looks lost or seems to be having trouble communicating, a seemingly innocent bystander offering help may actually be a participant in a scam. Take care at and around banks and ATMs which accept U.S. credit or debit cards. Travelers using personal ATM or credit cards sometimes receive billing statements with unauthorized charges after returning from a visit to Brazil, or discover that their cards were cloned or duplicated without their knowledge. If you use such payment methods, carefully monitor your bank records for the duration of your visit. While the ability of Brazilian police to help recover stolen property is limited, we strongly advise you to obtain a "boletim de ocorrencia" (police report) at a "delegacia" (police station) if any of your possessions are lost or stolen. This will facilitate your exit from Brazil and assist with insurance claims. Be aware, however, that the police in tourist areas are on the lookout for false reports of theft for purposes of insurance fraud. Do not buy counterfeit and pirated goods, even if they are widely available. These goods are illegal in the United States, and if you purchase them you may also be breaking local law. Brasilia: Brasilia has significant crime problems. Reports of residential burglaries continue to occur in the generally affluent residential sections of the city. Public transportation, hotel sectors, and tourist areas report the highest crime rates, but statistics show that these incidents can happen anywhere and at anytime. The "satellite cities" that surround Brasilia have per-capita crime rates comparable to much larger cities. Police reports indicate that rates of all types of crime, including "quicknappings," have risen dramatically in Brasilia in the last two years. Brasilia's Central Bus Station or "Rodoviaria" is a particularly dangerous area, especiall Criminal Penalties U.S. citizens are subject to the laws and regulations of any foreign country they are visiting or residing in. Foreign laws and legal systems can be vastly different from our own. Penalties for breaking the law can be more severe than in the United States for similar offenses. Persons violating Brazilian laws, even unknowingly, may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking of illegal drugs in Brazil are especially severe, and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines. The Brazilian judicial process can be slow and cumbersome. There are also some things that might be legal in Brazil, but illegal in the United States. For instance, you can be prosecuted under U.S. law if you buy pirated goods in Brazil. In addition, engaging in sexual conduct with children or using or disseminating child pornography in a foreign country is a crime, prosecutable in the United States. In November 2008, Brazil passed a series of laws designed to strengthen protection of children against sexual exploitation. Brazilian police in tourist areas such as Rio de Janeiro are on the lookout for foreigners inappropriately touching or photographing minors. If you break local laws in Brazil, your U.S. passport will not help you avoid arrest or prosecution. According to the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, and customary international law, if you are arrested in Brazil, you have the option to request that the authorities alert the nearest U.S. HEALTH & ROADS Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Medical Facilities * Paulo: Expatriates regularly use the Albert Einstein Hospital in Sao Paulo. It is inspected and certified by the Joint Commission International and offers international service assistance. The hospital phone number is 011-55-11-3747-1233 [tel:011551137471233]. Rio de * Janeiro: In Rio, many expatriates go to Hospital Samaritano (Rua Bambina 98, Botafogo; tel. 2537-9722 [tel:25379722]; ambulance tel. 2535 4000 [tel:25354000]); or Pro-Cardi­aco, which specializes in cardiac care but also offers other specialty services (Rua Dona Mariana 219, Botafogo; tel. 2131-1400 [tel:21311400] or 2528-1442 [tel:25281442], ambulance tel. 2527-6060 [tel:25276060]). Information on vaccinations and other health issues in Brazil, such as safe food and water precautions and insect bite protection, may be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) hotline for international travelers at 1-877-FYI-TRIP (1-877-394-8747 [tel:18773948747]) and their " Yellow Book ". For information about outbreaks of infectious diseases abroad and for general and country specific health information for travelers, consult the World Health Organization (WHO). General * Vaccinations: All travelers should visit either their personal physician or a travel health clinic 4-8 weeks before departure, as some vaccines and malaria prophylaxis must be given a few weeks before travel. All travelers to Brazil, and those transiting the country, should have prior vaccinations for Hepatitis A, typhoid, and Hepatitis B. Routine immunizations including MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), and varicella should be up to date. Neither cholera nor polio vaccines are recommended except under specific circumstances. Consult the Yellow Book for more information. Insect-borne * Illnesses: Insect-borne illnesses are common in Brazil, principally yellow fever, malaria, leishmaniasis, and dengue. Vaccination is available to prevent yellow fever, and prophylactic medication can be used to lower the risk of malaria. Chagas disease (a/k/a American trypanosomiasis ) transmission has been eliminated in every state except Bahia and Tocantins through an aggressive program of insecticide spraying. The first-line of protection against all insect bites is the use of insect repellents (less than or equal to 30% DEET content for children above two months of age), but mosquito nets, mosquito coils, aerosol sprays, protective clothing, use of screens, or staying in air-conditioned environment when available are also alternatives. * Dengue: There is no vaccine for dengue. Dengue usually presents fever, rash, and body aches, or there are no symptoms and clears relatively quickly; however, it can be rapidly fatal in a minority of severe cases. Consult CDC Yellow Book for the signs and symptoms of severe dengue. * Malaria: Malaria is present throughout the year in forested areas of the Amazon region, but it tends to be seasonal (southern summer) elsewhere in the country; mostly on the periphery of cities and towns in the Amazon region. There is little to no risk of malaria in other areas of Brazil. Yellow * Fever: The yellow fever vaccine is recommended for travelers over nine months of age to the states of Acre, Amapá, Amazones, Distrito Federal (including the capital city of Brasília), Goiás, Maranhão, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Pará, Rondônia, Roraima, Tocantins, and designated areas of the following * states: Piauí, Bahia, São Paulo, Paraná, Santa Catarina, and Rio Grande do Sul. The vaccine is also recommended for Traffic Safety * Laws: There are severe penalties for a number of traffic offenses. If you are involved in an accident that results in injuries or death, you may be fined for compensatory and punitive damages, as well as charged with criminal penalties. Enforcement of traffic laws ranges from sporadic to non-existent, so motorists should not assume that others will necessarily follow even the most fundamental and widely-accepted rules of the road. Some important local rules and customs include the * following: Seatbelts / Child Car * Seats: Brazil requires the use of seatbelts for everyone in the car. Brazilian federal law requires car seats for all children under the age of 7 ½. From age 7 ½ years to 10, children cannot ride in the front seat of the car, and must be in the back seat wearing a seatbelt. Speed * Limits: The maximum speed limit on major, divided highways is 120 kmph (74 mph). Lower limits (usually 60 kmph or 40 mph) are often posted in urban areas depending on the road and the nature of the neighborhood. Speed limits are widely ignored and rarely enforced. However, an increasing number of towns and cities have electronic/photographic devices (marked "Fiscalizacao Eletronica") which verify speed and take photos of violators' cars and license plates as a basis for issuing speeding tickets. Brazilian drivers tend to brake suddenly when encountering these devices. Many cities and towns have erected speed bumps, which are sometimes severe and may be unpainted and unmarked. Yielding the Right of * Way: Drivers must yield the right of way to cars on their right. Compliance with stop signs is rarely enforced, so many motorists treat them as yield signs. Driving Under the * Influence: Drivers with any measurable content of alcohol in their blood are in violation of the law. Checkpoints are often set up in urban areas where randomly chosen drivers are required to exit their vehicles and perform a breathalyzer test. Local Driving * Customs: Drivers often use flashes or wave a hand out of the window to signal other drivers to slow down. In addition, pedestrian "zebra" crossings are strictly observed in some place INFRASTRUCTURE IN BRAZIL: PLANNING NOTES 160 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Brazil. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Infrastructure in Brazil for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Brazil-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Infrastructure in Brazil affects commute time, remote work, and whether a city is livable in the first 90 days. Typical internet speed in the dataset is 55 Mbps. Airports, rail, and roads on this page are inventory, not a promise that your neighbourhood is well served. Brazil, with a land area of 3.29 million square miles, is slightly larger than the continental U.S. It extends from the Amazonian equatorial plains at latitude 4 degrees N. to cool uplands at When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao (Polícia Federal, Migração) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Transportation; Pipelines; Communications; Energy. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: INFRASTRUCTURE TRANSPORTATION Show 8 8 facts — expand for details. Airports - total 4,093 Airports with Paved Runways 698 Heliports 13 Railways 17,733 Miles 28,538 Kilometers Roadways- total 982,365 Miles 1,580,964 Kilometers Roadways- paved 132,227 Miles 212,798 Kilometers Waterways 31,069 Miles 50,000 Kilometers Ports and Terminals * Ports: Ilha Grande (Gebig), Paranagua, Rio Grande, Santos, Sao Sebastiao, Tubarao Container Ports (TEUs): Santos (2,677,839), Itajai (693,580) Oil * Terminals: DTSE/Gegua oil terminal, Guaiba Island terminal, Guamare oil terminal PIPELINES Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Pipelines: Condensate 156 Miles 251 Kilometers Pipelines: Gas 10,757 Miles 17,312 Kilometers Pipelines: Liquid Petroleum Gas 219 Miles 352 Kilometers Pipelines: Oil 3,002 Miles 4,831 Kilometers Pipelines: Refined Products 2,934 Miles 4,722 Kilometers COMMUNICATIONS Show 7 7 facts — expand for details. Telephones 43,026,000 Cell Phones 244,358,000 Internet Users 75,982,000 Internet Country Code .br Internet Hosts 26,577,000 Broadcast Media * State-run Radiobras operates a radio and a TV network * more than 1,000 radio stations and more than 100 TV channels operating - mostly privately owned * private media ownership is highly concentrated Telephone System * Assessment: good working system including an extensive microwave radio relay system and a domestic satellite system with 64 earth stations * Domestic: fixed-line connections have remained relatively stable in recent years and stand at about 20 per 100 persons; less expensive mobile-cellular technology has been a major driver in expanding telephone service to the lower-income segments of the population with mobile-cellular teledensity roughly 120 per 100 persons * International: country code - 55; landing point for a number of submarine cables, including Americas-1, Americas-2, Atlantis-2, GlobeNet, South America-1, South American Crossing/Latin American Nautilus, and UNISUR that provide direct connectivity to South and Central America, the Caribbean, the US, Africa, and Europe; satellite earth stations - 3 Intelsat (Atlantic Ocean), 1 Inmarsat (Atlantic Ocean region east), connected by microwave relay system to Mercosur Brazilsat B3 satellite earth station ENERGY Show 14 14 facts — expand for details. Electricity Consumption- Kilowatt Hours (kWh) 438,300,000,000 Electricity Exports- Kilowatt Hours (kWh) 1,257,000,000 Electricity Imports- Kilowatt Hours (kWh) 36,630,000,000 Electricity Production- Kilowatt Hours (kWh) 489,500,000,000 Natural Gas Consumption - Kilowatt Hours (kWh) 25,200,000,000 Natural Gas Exports- Cubic Meters (cu m) 400,000,000 Natural Gas Imports- Cubic Meters (cu m) 13,300,000,000 Natural Gas Production- Cubic Meters (cu m) 17,030,000,000 Natural Gas Reserves- Cubic Meters (cu m) 395,500,000,000 Oil Consumption- Barrels Per Day (bbl/day) 2,594,000 Oil Exports- Barrels Per Day (bbl/day) 619,100 Oil Imports- Barrels Per Day (bbl/day) 343,600 Oil Production- Barrels Per Day (bbl/day) 2,633,000 Oil Reserves- Barrels Per Day (bbl/day) 13,150,000,000 NATIONAL SYMBOLS IN BRAZIL: PLANNING NOTES 142 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Brazil. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. National symbols in Brazil for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Brazil-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. National symbols for Brazil are background for civic life and ceremonies. They do not change visa rules. Use the government and visa pages for status, work, and stay conditions. Brazil, with a land area of 3.29 million square miles, is slightly larger than the continental U.S. It extends from the Amazonian equatorial plains at latitude 4 degrees N. to cool uplands at When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao (Polícia Federal, Migração) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: National anthem. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: NATIONAL SYMBOLS NATIONAL ANTHEM Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Anthem Lyrics * Music: Francisco Manuel da Silva (1795-1865 [tel:17951865]) * Verses: Joaquim Osório Duque Estrada (1870-1927 [tel:18701927]) Ouviram do Ipiranga às margens plácidas De um povo heróico o brado retumbante, E o sol da liberdade, em raios fú lgidos, Brilhou no céu da Pátria nesse instante. Se o penhor dessa igualdade Conseguimos conquistar com braço forte, Em teu seio ó liberdade, Desafia o nosso peito a própria morte! Ó Pátria amada Idolatrada Salve! Salve! Brasil de um sonho intenso, um raio vívido, De amor e de esperança à terra desce Se em teu formoso céu risonho e límpido A imagem do Cruzeiro resplandece Gigante pela própria natureza És belo, és forte, impávido colosso, E o teu futuro espelha essa grandeza, Terra adorada! Entre outras mil És tu, Brasil, Ó Pátria amada Dos filhos deste solo és mãe gentil, Pátria amada Brasil! II Deitado eternamente em berço esplêndido, ao som do mar e à luz do céu profundo, Fulguras, ó Brasil, florão da América, Iluminado ao sol do Novo Mundo! Do que a terra mais garrida Teus risonhos lindos campos tem mais flores, "Nossos bosques tem mais vida" "Nossa vida" no teu seio "mais amores" Ó Pátria amada Idolatrada Salve! Salve! Brasil, de amor eterno seja símbolo O lábaro que ostentas estrelado, E diga o verde-louro dessa flâmula - paz no futuro e glória no passado - Mas se ergues da justiça a clava forte, Verás que um filho teu não foge à luta, Nem teme, quem te adora, a própria morte, Terra adorada! Entre outras mil És tu, Brasil, Ó Pátria amada Dos filhos deste solo és mãe gentil Pátria amada Brasil! Anthem Lyrics English The peaceful banks of the Ipiranga Heard the resounding cry of an heroic people, And the dazzling rays of the sun of Liberty Bathed our country in their brilliant light. If with strong arm we have succeeded In winning a pledge of equality, In thy bosom, O Liberty, Our hearts will defy death itself! O adored Fatherland, Cherished and revered, All hail! All Hail! Brazil, a dream sublime, vivid ray of love and hope to earth descends, Where in your clear, pure, beauteous skies The image of the Southern Cross shines forth. O country vast by nature, Fair and strong, brave and colossus, Thy future mirrors this thy greatness. O land adored Above all others, 'Tis thee Brazil, Beloved Fatherland! Thou art the gentle mother of the children of this soil, Beloved land, Brazil! II Laid out eternally in the splendor of nature, In the sound of the sea and the light of heaven, may thou shine, O Brazil, flower of America, Illumined by the sun of the New World! More flowers put forth in thy fair, smiling fields Than the in the most gorgeously reputed lands; "More life is to be found in the groves", "More love in our lives" in thy embrace. O adored Fatherland, Cherished and revered, All Hail! All Hail! May the star-scattered banner flown by thee, Brazil, become the symbol of eternal love, And may the green-gold flag proclaim always - Peace in the future and glory in the past - But if the mighty sword of justice drawn forth, You will perceive your children, who adore you, neither fear to fight, nor flee from death itself. O land adored Above all others, 'Tis thee Brazil, Beloved Fatherland! Thou art the gentle mother of the children of this soil, Beloved land, Brazil! Verified immigration updates for Brazil → [/countries/brazil/immigration-updates/] GOVERNMENT JOBS IN BRAZIL * Brazil Government Jobs [/government-jobs/government-careers-br/] · Governo Federal — Servidor (Brazil) All government jobs for Brazil → [/government-jobs/?country=brazil] OFFICIAL LANGUAGES IN BRAZIL Portuguese (official and most widely spoken language)note - less common languages include Spanish (border areas and schools)GermanItalianJapaneseEnglishand a large number of minor Amerindian languages OFFICIAL LINKS FOR BRAZIL * Polícia Federal — Migração [https://www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao] Official immigration portal for visas, entry rules, and residency steps. The official portal of the Polícia Federal is important for accurate information on immigration processes and requirements. Be cautious of similar sites that may charge for forms available for free. NEWCOMER CHECKLIST FOR BRAZIL * •Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required. * •Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps. * •Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. * •Learn about local customs and basic language skills. * •Register with local authorities if required upon arrival. * •Open a local bank account to manage your finances effectively. * •Explore local healthcare options and understand your coverage. LOCAL SERVICES & SETUP IN BRAZIL Healthcare access: Partial Health waiting period: 0 day(s) SETTLEMENT FUNDS & FINANCIAL NOTES FOR BRAZIL Settlement funds: Digital Nomad Visa alternative: USD 18,000 in savings if monthly income proof unavailable. Investor Visa requires BRL 500,000 (~EUR 92,000) or BRL 150,000 for tech/innovation. No formal savings for other visa types. Brazil's key financial considerations: CPF (tax number) is essential for everything — apply at a Receita Federal office upon arrival. Banking requires CPF plus residency documentation. Major banks (Itau, Bradesco, Banco do Brasil) serve foreigners. Digital banks (Nubank, Inter) are easier to open but may require more established residency. Money transfers: use Wise or Remessa Online for better exchange rates. Budget EUR 2,000-4,000 for visa, legal, and setup costs. When settling in Brazil, you should have proof of funds to support yourself initially. Setting up a local bank account will help with transactions and payments for rent, utilities, and other living expenses. Understanding the local tax system and health coverage options is vital for compliance and access to necessary services. COST OF LIVING BY CITY IN BRAZIL Monthly living-cost signals in BRL. Figures are planning estimates — rent and lifestyle vary by neighbourhood. CitySingle monthly (BRL)Family monthly (BRL)1BR center (BRL)FlorianopolisR$6,878R$14,380R$3,001Rio de JaneiroR$8,753R$17,506R$3,751Sao PauloR$9,378R$18,757R$4,064 TAKE-HOME PAY IN BRAZIL (2026) Educational wage-tax examples from the MigrantIQ tax calculator in BRL. Not filing software — confirm with official rules and a licensed adviser. Entry / mid offer Gross R$50,000 R$39,384net / year ~R$3,282 / month · effective 21.2% Solid mid career Gross R$80,000 R$57,232net / year ~R$4,769 / month · effective 28.5% High earner Gross R$180,000 R$115,732net / year ~R$9,644 / month · effective 35.7% Open Brazil tax calculator → [/tools/tax-calculator/brazil/] · compare take-home vs other destinations [/tools/tax-compare/] Country hub: /countries/brazil/ · Tax year 2026. State or provincial tax may apply on top of federal models. WHO QUALIFIES BEST FOR BRAZIL * Healthcare WorkersDifficult Best visa: Work Visa with employer sponsorship * InvestorsEasy Best visa: Permanent Investor Visa (VIPER) * Remote WorkersEasy Best visa: Digital Nomad Visa * RetireesEasy Best visa: Retirement Visa * Skilled TradesModerate Best visa: Work Visa with employer sponsorship * Tech WorkersModerate Best visa: Digital Nomad Visa for remote workers; Work Visa for local employment; Investor Visa (tech threshold) for entrepreneurs * work Professionals seeking job opportunities in a diverse economy. * study Students looking for a unique educational experience. * family Families aiming to reunite with relatives already in Brazil. OFFICIAL VS REALITY WHEN MOVING TO BRAZIL BUREAUCRACY Official: Immigration processes are managed through CGIG and Federal Police Reality: Brazilian bureaucracy is extensive. Every process requires multiple documents, notarizations, apostilles, and translations. The Federal Police (Policia Federal) handles most immigration matters — appointments are scheduled online but can be weeks out. Opening bank accounts, getting a CPF, registering with the tax authority, and obtaining a driver's license all involve significant paperwork. Many expats hire despachantes (administrative agents) to navigate bureaucracy — costs BRL 500-2,000 per service. COST OF LIVING Official: Brazil is affordable for foreigners Reality: Partially true. Food, dining, and transport are genuinely affordable. A restaurant meal costs EUR 5-10, groceries are cheap, and public transport is inexpensive. However, rent in desirable neighborhoods of Sao Paulo and Rio can be EUR 600-1,200/month for a 1-bedroom. Imported goods are expensive due to high import duties. Cars and electronics cost significantly more than in Europe or the US. Overall, a comfortable lifestyle in Sao Paulo costs EUR 1,400-1,800/month — cheaper than Western Europe but not the ultra-low-cost destination some expect. LANGUAGE BARRIER Official: Brazil is welcoming to foreigners Reality: Brazilians are genuinely warm and welcoming — but speak Portuguese. English proficiency is low (EF score: 40, ranked 'low'). Even in Sao Paulo's business districts, English is not reliable. All bureaucracy is in Portuguese. Hospital visits, police reports, and official interactions require Portuguese or an interpreter. This is the single biggest challenge for most expats. Invest seriously in Portuguese language learning — it makes a transformative difference in quality of life. SAFETY Official: Brazil has improved security in major cities Reality: Safety varies enormously by city and neighborhood. Sao Paulo's premium neighborhoods (Jardins, Itaim Bibi, Pinheiros) are relatively safe with private security. Rio requires more caution — even in Ipanema and Copacabana. Florianopolis is significantly safer and increasingly popular with expats. Outside major cities, safety is generally better. The key is neighborhood selection and common-sense precautions. Never display expensive electronics on the street. Use ride-hailing apps (99, Uber) rather than flagging taxis. NEGLECTING VISA REQUIREMENTS A common mistake is underestimating visa requirements. Ensure you have the correct visa type for your situation to avoid complications upon arrival. IGNORING CULTURAL DIFFERENCES Another mistake is not preparing for cultural differences. Brazil has a unique social fabric, and understanding local customs can help you integrate more smoothly. OVERLOOKING LOCAL LANGUAGE Many newcomers overlook the importance of learning Portuguese. While English is spoken in some areas, knowing the local language can greatly enhance your experience. SOURCES & REFERENCES FOR BRAZIL Country data is a planning aid. Official government sources override MigrantIQ summaries for immigration, legal, tax, health, and emergency rules. * MigrantIQ country profile Summary profile maintained for planning. Last updated 2026-05-07. * World Bank and public data sources Used for economic and country-level indicators where available. * Numbeo and public cost datasets Used for cost-of-living signals for Brazil where available. FOREIGN EMBASSIES IN BRAZIL 542 active diplomatic missions in our directory. Sample listings below. * Consulate of Germany in Anapolis, Brazil [/embassies/mission/germany-in-brazil-anapolis-consulate/] — 🇩🇪 Germany, Anapolis * Consulate of Romania in Aracaju, Brazil [/embassies/mission/romania-in-brazil-aracaju-consulate/] — 🇷🇴 Romania, Aracaju * Consulate General of Japan in Belem, Brazil [/embassies/mission/japan-in-brazil-belem-consulate-general/] — 🇯🇵 Japan, Belem * Consulate General of Venezuela in Belem, Brazil [/embassies/mission/venezuela-rb-in-brazil-belem-consulate-general/] — 🇻🇪 Venezuela, Belem * Consulate of Finland in Belem, Brazil [/embassies/mission/finland-in-brazil-belem-consulate/] — 🇫🇮 Finland, Belem Browse all embassies in Brazil → [/embassies/in/brazil/] Important — not legal or government advice MigrantIQ lists diplomatic missions for planning reference only. We are not a government service. Contact details may be incomplete or outdated — always confirm appointments, fees, and requirements on the official mission website or your destination government portal before you travel or apply. Terms [/terms/]Privacy [/privacy/]Report inaccurate data [/contact/] Feedback Was this guide helpful? Your answer helps us improve guides and update priority. YesNo Summarize this page with AI Opens your assistant with a pre-filled prompt (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude). Gemini uses Google AI Mode. Ask AI ↗ Not affiliated with any AI platform. Always verify immigration rules on official government sites. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT MOVING TO BRAZIL WHAT ARE THE MAIN VISA OPTIONS FOR MOVING TO BRAZIL? Brazil offers various visa options, including Business/Investor Visas, Digital Nomad Visas, and Family Reunification Visas. It's important to choose the one that best fits your situation. HOW CAN I FIND TEMPORARY HOUSING IN BRAZIL? You can find temporary housing through online platforms, local real estate agents, or expat groups. It's advisable to secure a place before arriving to ease your transition. WHAT SHOULD I KNOW ABOUT HEALTHCARE IN BRAZIL? Brazil has a universal healthcare system, but access for immigrants can be limited. It's important to understand your coverage and consider private health insurance for better access. RELATED BRAZIL GUIDES Visa Brazil Visa Hub Read guide → [/visas/brazil/]Legal Brazil Laws Read guide → [/laws/brazil/]Safety Brazil Scam Alerts Read guide → [/scam-alerts/brazil/]Checklist Brazil Arrival Checklist Read guide → [/checklist/brazil/]Blog Migration blog Read guide → [/blog/] VISA OPTIONS 17 published * Business / Investor Visa [/visas/brazil/business-investor/]business * Family / Spouse Visa [/visas/brazil/family-spouse/]family * VITEM-XI Family Reunion [/visas/brazil/vitem-xi-family/]family * Digital Nomad Visa (Nomade Digital) [/visas/brazil/digital-nomad-visa-nomade-digital/]migration * Family Reunification Visa [/visas/brazil/family-reunification-visa/]migration * Mercosur Temporary Residency [/visas/brazil/mercosur-temporary-residency/]migration * Permanent Investor Visa (VIPER) [/visas/brazil/permanent-investor-visa-viper/]migration * Retirement Visa [/visas/brazil/retirement-visa/]migration * Work Visa (VITEM V - Employment) [/visas/brazil/work-visa-vitem-v-employment/]migration * Permanent Residency / Settlement [/visas/brazil/permanent-residency/]residency * Permanent Resident [/visas/brazil/permanent-resident/]residency * Student Visa [/visas/brazil/student/]student * VITEM-IV Student Visa [/visas/brazil/vitem-iv-student/]student * Tourist / Visitor Visa [/visas/brazil/tourist-visitor/]tourist * VIVIS Tourist Visa [/visas/brazil/vivis-tourist/]tourist View all 17 visa options → [/visas/brazil/] KEY LAWS * Work Authorisation Rules [/laws/brazil/work-authorisation-rules/]critical * Tax Residency and Income Reporting [/laws/brazil/tax-residency-and-income-reporting/]high * Immigration Status and Overstay Rules [/laws/brazil/immigration-status-and-overstay-rules/]critical * Address Registration and Identity Duties [/laws/brazil/address-registration-and-id-duties/]medium ACTIVE SCAM ALERTS * Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge [/scam-alerts/brazil/document-translation-notary-overcharge/]medium * Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee [/scam-alerts/brazil/fake-border-airport-assistance-fee/]medium * Fake University or Scholarship Letter [/scam-alerts/brazil/fake-university-or-scholarship-letter/]medium Plan smarter Save countries, compare destinations, track visa checklists, and sync your migration plan across devices. 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