Brazil•South AmericaInvestor Visa (VITEM IX)
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-90 days
Application Fee
150 USD
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Temporary residency visa for foreign investors making substantial capital investments in Brazil. Three investment pathways available: business, real estate, or technology/innovation.
VITEM IX allows foreign investors to obtain Brazilian residency by making capital investments. Three pathways: 1) BRL 500,000+ in business equity with approved business plan, 2) BRL 1,000,000+ in real estate (BRL 700,000+ in North/Northeast regions), or 3) BRL 150,000+ in technology/innovation/research startups or businesses creating 10+ Brazilian jobs.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
150,000 EUR
Investment Required
150,000 BRL
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Signed with blank visa pages
Business plan
Detailed plan showing economic benefits and job creation
Proof of funds
Bank statements showing investment capital
Criminal record
From home country
Passport photos
Recent photos
Sponsor Documents
Investment documentation
Proof of investment in Brazilian entity
Company documents
Articles of incorporation, board resolutions
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Advantages
- Path to permanent residency
- Can bring dependents
- Multiple investment options
- Technology pathway lower investment
- Work authorization included
Considerations
- High capital requirement
- Business plan must show economic benefits
- Central Bank verification required
- 2-year wait for permanent residency
- Ongoing business operation required
Application Process
Prepare investment plan
Develop business plan demonstrating viability
Central Bank verification
Investment verified by Brazilian Central Bank
Apply for visa
Submit application at Brazilian consulate
Document review
Consulate reviews investment documentation
Make investment
Transfer capital to Brazil
Receive visa
Temporary residency visa issued
Register with Federal Police
Complete registration in Brazil
Apply for permanent residency
After 2 years, if business plan conditions met
Application Forms
Investor Visa Application
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