How to Apply for a Brazil Visa in Miami : visasupply.com

The Greater Miami Area is the seventh-largest metropolitan area in the United States and has a population of 6.2 million people. The metropolitan area is composed of Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and Palm Beach County. Its main cities include Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Hialeah, Coral Gables, Miramar, Davie, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, and Boca Raton. This is a diverse community where 40% of the population was born in another country, and it is one of America’s most important cities for international trade. Miami is a business hub for the Latin American region and is often thought of as the unofficial “Capital of Latin America”. While Spanish is often heard on the streets of Miami, Portuguese is another powerful language in this city. With a similar climate and lifestyle as Brazilian cities like Rio de Janeiro, Miami is an attractive destination for Brazilian tourists and investors seeking a second home in the United States. Miami has several Brazil-based banks and asset management firms providing financial services to wealthy Brazilians and the many businesspeople involved in commercial trade between our two countries. Miami is a true gateway to Brazil, having direct flight to several cities including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasilia, Fortaleza, and Campinas.

Brazil is a massive country of 215 million people and a land area of 3,287,956 square miles, making it the largest country in South America. Brazil is one of the largest economies in the world and is the largest democracy in the Western Hemisphere, after the United States. The country has an abundance of natural resources and a robust manufacturer sector that has produced over 200,000 millionaires. Although their tourism sector is still developing, Brazil has seen an increase in visitors from the United States ever since relaxing their visa policy in 2017. American tourists love Brazilian culture and are attracted to this country’s energy and its free-spirited people. Brazil has many cultural events such as Festa Junina, Bauernfest, Boi-Bumba, Festival de Cachaça, and the world-famous Carnival, which is known for its elaborate parades in cities like Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, and Recife. Visitors from Miami will feel right at home at Rio beaches like Ipanema and Copacabana, but there are also several other beaches to explore near the city such as Barra da Tijuca, Grumari, and Sao Conrado. Others may want to bypass the beach scene entirely and opt for an adventure in the Amazon rainforest by flying into the city of Manaus and hiring a guide to explore this unique part of the world.

Obtaining a Brazil Visa from Miami

Visas for Brazil are issued by the Brazilian government in the United States. The government of Brazil is represented by their embassy located in Washington, D.C. along with nine consulates located in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Houston, Chicago, Boston, Hartford, New York, Atlanta, and Miami. To apply for a Brazil visa from Miami, you will fill out the visa application and bring your original passport and supporting documents (by appointment only) to the Brazilian consulate in Coral Gables (their office is located in the Miami Green Building off US Hwy 1). Here is their address:

Consulate General of Brazil
3150 SW 38th Avenue, Suite 100
Miami, FL 33146

It is important to review the requirements for visas on the Brazil consulate website and ensure your application and all supporting documents are accurate. Here is the link to the consulate website with detailed information: Consulate General of Brazil in Miami (itamaraty.gov.br)

You should include a self-addressed USPS (US Postal Service Express Mail or Priority Mail), FedEx, or UPS prepaid envelope (please make note of the tracking number) so the consulate can return your passport and visa to your home or office.

The government fee for the visa varies depending on the applicant’s country of origin and type of visa required. Please review the visa fees using this link and scrolling down to the section titled “Money Order From The United States Postal Service”: VIVIS.pdf (mre.gov.br). The consulate only accepts payment by money order from the United States Postal Service and does not accept cash, cards and non-USPS money orders (it is not possible to buy money orders at the consulate—they must be purchased from the post office).

If you cannot appear in person at the consulate to submit your visa application, please contact our company and we can submit your documents to the consulate as a third-party agency.

Other things to consider:

Citizens of the United States no longer require a visa if traveling to Brazil for tourism or business purposes and can stay in the country for 90 days. The stay in Brazil can be extended for an additional 90 days at any federal police station.
If you are a U.S. citizen and are traveling to Brazil for work (i.e., you will be getting paid in Brazil or providing technical assistance) or for any purpose other than tourism or business, you must obtain the appropriate visa before starting your journey.
When completing the visa application form online, please make sure to upload all the necessary supporting documents and write your signature inside the rectangular box after printing out the application receipt.
Applicants under the age of 18 must provide a consent form that will be signed by both parents and notarized. They will also provide a copy of both parents’ IDs, their birth certificate, and the affidavit of support form. Here is the link to the consent form: AUTORIZAÇÃO PARA CONCESSÃO DE PASSAPORTE PARA MENORES.doc (mre.gov.br). And here is the link to the affidavit of support form: AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT.pdf (mre.gov.br)
If you are not a U.S. citizen, Canadian, Australian, or Japanese, you must provide proof of your immigration status in the United States, such as a green card or valid visa.
It is recommended to purchase travel insurance before any international trip in case of medical emergencies. We advise getting the Geo Blue Voyager Single Trip Plan.

Emergency Assistance for Brazil Citizens in Miami

If you are a citizen of Brazil living in South Florida with an emergency or require urgent assistance, you can reach the consulate in Miami by calling 305-285-6200. If you need to renew your Brazil passport, you can appear in person at their office (by appointment only) or renew by mail following the instructions on this link: Consulado-Geral do Brasil em Miami (itamaraty.gov.br). Here is the link for the full list of contact information, including various email addresses: Consulate General of Brazil in Miami (itamaraty.gov.br)

We Can Help if You Need Assistance

If you live in the Miami area or anywhere in the state of Florida and have difficulty applying for a Brazil visa, or require assistance with any part of the visa process, please give our office a call at 404-682-5445 or schedule an appointment with our company. We are a private agency in Atlanta providing Brazil visa services for Americans and other U.S.-based residents. Our number one goal is to ensure your application documents for a visa are submitted accurately to the Brazilian government. Our services eliminate delays and give you the peace of mind to focus on your travel plans.

We provide the following Brazil visa services for our customers:

Brazil Tourist Visa (VIVIS)
Brazil Business Visa (VIVIS)
Brazil Temporary Work Visa (VITEM V)
Brazil Permanent (Retirement) Visa (VIPER)
Brazil Diplomatic and Official Visa
Brazil Study (Student) Visa
Brazil Religious Activity Visa
Brazil Volunteering Visa
Brazil Family Reunification Visa
Brazil Artistic or Sports Activities Visa
Brazil Hotel Accommodations