Brazil•South AmericaStudent Visa (VITEM IV)
At a Glance
Processing Time
15-30 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Temporary visa for foreign nationals participating in regular academic courses or internships for stays exceeding 90 days. Minimum 15 hours per week of study/internship required.
VITEM IV is for foreign nationals enrolling in regular academic courses or internships at recognized Brazilian educational institutions for periods exceeding 90 days. Minimum 15 hours per week of study/internship required.
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
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Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Signed, valid through end of stay, with blank visa pages
Acceptance letter
From Brazilian educational institution specifying course name, duration, and weekly workload (minimum 15 hours)
Passport photos
Recent photos in required format
Proof of financial capability
Bank statements, pay stubs, or sponsor documentation showing ability to support stay
Criminal record certificate
Apostilled certificate from issuing country, translated to Portuguese by sworn translator
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Advantages
- Allows legitimate study
- No employment restrictions for studies
- Institutional support provided
- Can extend for additional academic programs
Considerations
- Requires enrollment in approved program
- Must maintain 15 hours weekly minimum
- No paid work allowed
- No pathway to permanent residency
- Criminal record required
Application Process
Obtain acceptance letter
From Brazilian educational institution
Prepare documents
Gather all required documents
Complete visa application
Fill out visa application form
Submit to consulate
Apply at Brazilian embassy or consulate
Pay visa fee
Pay application fee
Receive visa
Visa valid for study duration
Register with Federal Police
Complete registration within 30 days if staying over 30 days
Application Forms
Student Visa Application Form
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