Brazil•South AmericaVaries
$80 USD
Varies by filing options
1 year
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
Yes
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Facilitated residence permit for nationals of Portuguese-speaking countries (Portugal, Angola, Mozambique, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, São Tomé and Príncipe, East Timor) under bilateral agreements.
The CPLP Residence permit is a facilitated immigration pathway established for nationals of the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP), following the mobility agreement signed in Luanda in 2021. This framework was created to strengthen the historical, linguistic, and cultural bonds between member states by simplifying the administrative requirements for moving between these nations. It fills a gap by offering a more accessible, fast-track residence option for lusophone citizens, acknowledging the unique relationship Brazil shares with its fellow Portuguese-speaking partners.
This permit is intended for citizens from any of the CPLP member nations, regardless of their professional background or specific purpose of stay. It is ideal for those looking to live, work, or conduct business in Brazil, as it provides a straightforward route to legal residency without the need for traditional employer sponsorship. The permit is distinctive for its inclusivity and ease of access, allowing applicants to obtain full work rights and a simplified path to long-term stability, making it one of the most efficient ways for Portuguese speakers to establish a life in the country.
Angola
Cape Verde
Equatorial Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Mozambique
Portugal
São Tomé & Príncipe
Timor-LesteMust be a national of a CPLP member state (Angola, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Equatorial Guinea, Mozambique, Portugal, São Tomé & Príncipe, Timor-Leste).
Must have a valid passport.
Clean criminal record certificate.
If applying from within Brazil, must not have any entry bans or deportation orders.
Valid passport.
Criminal record certificate from the country of nationality and Brazil.
Two passport-sized photographs.
Proof of basic financial means (often simplified for CPLP nationals).
Completed application forms.
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