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Simplify Your Path to the Brazil Digital Nomad Visa

Learn about the requirements, process & benefits of the Brazil Digital Nomad Visa. Live your dream in the tropics. Experience Brazil’s vibrant culture, world-class beaches, and growing nomad hubs. StartBrazil makes the application seamless.

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Why Choose Brazil for Your Remote Work Journey?

Brazil offers digital nomads the rare combination of affordable quality living, reliable infrastructure, and year-round tropical weather across cities like São Paulo, Florianópolis, and Rio.

Brazil's Digital Nomad Visa allows you to obtain a one year visa to work remotely the country. This visa can be renewed once, allowing you to live in Brazil for up to a total of two years.

Therefore, this visa is best for someone interested to try out living in Brazil in the short term, rather than planning to build a long-term strategy now.

The Core Requirements

Brazil Digital Nomad Visa Requirements

To qualify for the VITEM XIV (Digital Nomad Visa), you must be a remote worker employed by a company outside of Brazil or a freelancer with international clients.

Key Financial Criteria:

Monthly Income: Prove a minimum monthly income of USD $1,500.

OR Bank Savings: Show a bank balance of at least USD $18,000.

Required Documents:

Valid Passport (with at least two blank pages).

Remote Work Declaration: A signed statement confirming you work via information and communication technologies.

Employment Contract: Proof of relationship with a foreign employer/clients.

Health Insurance: Must be valid in Brazil for the duration of your stay.

Clean Criminal Record: An apostilled background check from your country of residence.

how it works

Two Ways to Apply: From Abroad or Inside Brazil

Many nomads don't realize they have options. At StartBrazil, we specialize in both routes:

At a Brazilian Consulate

Apply in your home country before you travel. Ideal for those who want everything settled before landing.

While in Brazil (Change of Status)

Already here as a tourist? We can help you transition to a Digital Nomad Visa through the MigranteWeb system without you ever having to leave the country.

The Core Requirements

Why Work with StartBrazil?

The Brazilian bureaucracy can be complex. Documents often require sworn translations and Apostille authentication, and the Federal Police registration process has strict 90-day deadlines.

We handle the Bureaucracy for you:

Personalized Checklist: We tell you exactly what you need based on your nationality and help you navigate the process of getting the local documents

Document Review: We pre-screen your documents before submission to ensure approval

CPF Assistance: We help you get your Brazilian Tax ID—essential for renting apartments and opening bank accounts.

Local Registration: We guide you through the mandatory Federal Police registration once you arrive.