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Current DossierSubject · United States passportFile · BRAZIL

Does Brazil require a visa for US citizens?

Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.

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Last checked 28 Jun 2026Source · Brazil eVisa — official application portalHow we source this →
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eVisa requiredMedium paperwork

Do US citizens need a visa for Brazil?

Yes, U.S. citizens need an eVisa for tourism or business trips to Brazil (required since 10 April 2025). Apply online before travel.

Apply on the official siteBrazil eVisa — official application portal — last checked 28 June 2026
Always confirm with the official source before you travel.
Health FileSubject · BrazilChecked · 22 Jul 2026

Vaccinations for Brazil

Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.

Conditional

Only if arriving from a risk area

Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.

  • Yellow Fever

    Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.

Recommended on health grounds

Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.

  • Hepatitis A

    Recommended — food & water borne.

  • Typhoid

    Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.

  • Yellow Fever

    Recommended on health grounds for most regions including Rio, Iguaçu, and the Amazon.

  • Malaria prevention

    No vaccine — antimalarials + bite avoidance recommended for risk regions.

Official health sources
NHS Fit for Travel · Brazil ↗CDC Travelers' Health · Brazil ↗
→ Read the Yellow Fever briefing

Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.

Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.

Colour KeyCalm— no visaMedium— ETA / eVisaPanic— full visa

Deep breath. Here's the answer.

Since 10 April 2025, U.S. citizens travelling to Brazil for tourism or business must request an eVisa online before travel through the official portal (brazil.vfsevisa.com). Brazil's consulate says your signed passport must be valid throughout your trip, with 2 free visa pages. The U.S. State Department currently mentions one month's validity at entry — the sources differ, so this point is under review.

Key facts

For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

PassportRegular US passport
PurposeTourism / business
Visa requiredYes — eVisa
Maximum stayNot specified in markdown, verify on the official source. Typically up to 90 days for tourism.
Passport validitySigned passport valid throughout your trip, with 2 free visa pages (Brazilian consulate). The U.S. State Department mentions one month at entry — sources differ; under review.
Return/onward ticketNot specified in markdown, Recommended (verify on official source)
Arrival formNone mentioned
Last checked28 June 2026

You may need a visa if…

  • The eVisa has been required for U.S. citizens since 10 April 2025 — apply online at brazil.vfsevisa.com before travel.
  • Passport validity: Brazil's consulate says valid throughout your trip with 2 free visa pages; the U.S. State Department mentions one month at entry. Sources differ — check both before travel.
  • The Travel Advisory for Brazil is 'Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution' due to crime and kidnapping.
  • The State Department lists international land borders and informal housing developments as Do Not Travel areas. Its summary also lists Brasília's satellite cities, while the detailed section says increased caution there; confirm that regional conflict.
  • Violent crime is common in urban areas, and tourists are advised to be vigilant.
  • Do not accept food or drinks from strangers, as drugging for robbery is common.
  • U.S. government employees are advised not to use municipal buses due to high risk of robbery and assault.
  • The State Department's 160-km land-border zone, national-park exceptions and overnight Brasília administrative-region restrictions describe government-employee travel rules, not a blanket tourist entry ban.

Before you travel

  • Apply for your Brazil eVisa online at brazil.vfsevisa.com before your trip.
  • Check your signed passport is valid for the whole trip with 2 free visa pages.
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and for easier location in emergencies.
  • Review the Country Security Report for Brazil.
  • Develop a communication plan with family/friends for safety monitoring.
  • Purchase travel insurance with evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.
  • Check the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information for Brazil.

Common questions

Yes. Since 10 April 2025, U.S. citizens need an eVisa for tourism or business, requested online before travel.
Further ReadingFile · BRAZIL

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