Brazil•South AmericaWork Visa (VITEM V)
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
120 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
Renewable
Yes
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 work visa for foreign employees in Brazil requiring employer sponsorship. Valid up to 2 years with renewal option. Requires eligible education and experience.
VITEM V is Brazil's primary work visa for foreign professionals employed by Brazilian companies. Requires either a university degree plus 1 year experience, 2 years experience plus 9 years formal education, or a postgraduate degree. Employer must ensure at least 2/3 of workforce is Brazilian nationals.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Education
Bachelor or higher
Professional
Experience
2+ years
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Signed with blank visa pages
Employment contract
Signed employment contract with Brazilian employer
Educational credentials
Degree certificates or diplomas
Work experience documentation
CV, employment references, or work history
Criminal record certificate
From home country, apostilled
Medical examination
If required by immigration authorities
OptionalSponsor Documents
Work permit application
Filed by employer with Ministry of Justice
Company registration documents
Proof of employer status
Job description
Detailed position description
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Advantages
- Path to permanent residency
- Can bring dependents
- Renewable
- Widely available for skilled workers
Considerations
- Requires employer sponsorship
- Education/experience requirements
- Employer restrictions on foreign workforce
- Employer-dependent status
- Criminal record check required
Application Process
Employer files work permit
Employer applies for residence authorization with Ministry of Justice
Receive work permit approval
Ministry approves work authorization
Apply for visa
Employee applies at Brazilian consulate
Complete visa application
Submit required documents
Await visa decision
Consulate processes visa
Receive visa
Visa valid for employment term
Register with Federal Police
Complete registration within 90 days
Application Forms
Visa Application Form
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