Effective September 1, 2026, a new procedure allows foreign nationals from countries exempt from visitor visa requirements for entry into Brazil to apply for temporary visas electronically through Brazilian consulates abroad, without the need for a physical visa stamp in their passports.
The new procedure is intended to streamline the consular stage of the visa process and make it more convenient for eligible applicants.
However, the electronic visa issuance process is not yet available through the designated online portal. Implementation is ongoing.
Key Changes
Under the new procedure:
- Temporary visas will be issued electronically for eligible visa-exempt nationals. Foreign nationals who are exempt from visitor visa requirements for entry into Brazil will be able to apply for temporary visas electronically through Brazilian consulates abroad.
- A physical visa stamp will no longer be required. Eligible applicants will not need to have the temporary visa stamped in their passports.
- The change applies only to the consular stage. Prior authorization from the Brazilian government remains required for immigration processes where such authorization is currently necessary.
Employer Considerations
Employers and foreign nationals should be aware that, while the new procedure takes effect September 1, 2026, electronic visa issuance is not yet available through the designated portal.
Applicants should therefore confirm the applicable process before proceeding with a temporary visa application and should not assume that existing government authorization requirements have changed.
Newland Chase Insights
The new electronic process is expected to simplify the consular stage for eligible foreign nationals by eliminating the need for a physical visa stamp. However, it does not change prior government authorization requirements that apply to certain immigration processes.
Newland Chase continues to monitor implementation of the new procedure and will provide updates as additional information becomes available.
For additional information, see the official announcement from Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs HERE.
For assistance with immigration matters in Brazil or questions about how this change may affect your organization or employees, please contact your Newland Chase Advisor.
This article is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please contact Newland Chase directly for case-specific guidance.
