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Visa requirements for Brazil

Who can enter Brazil, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 19, 2026.

Passport holders from 136 countries can enter Brazil without a visa in advance. All 136 enter visa-free on a valid passport. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

136 visa-free
0 on arrival
0 eTA
11 e-visa
95 visa required

242 nationalities

Visa-free entry

136 nationalities

Electronic visa

11 nationalities

Visa required in advance

95 nationalities

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Brazil

Brazil has 39 sites on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Amazonia Theaters
Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves
Brasília
Brazilian Atlantic Islands: Fernando de Noronha and Atol das Rocas Reserves
Cavernas do Peruaçu Environmental Protection Area
Cavernas do Peruaçu National Park
Central Amazon Conservation Complex
Cerrado
Cerrado Protected Areas: Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks
Church of Our Lady of the Good Death
Discovery Coast Atlantic Forest Reserves
Historic Centre of Salvador da Bahia
Historic Centre of São Luís
Historic Centre of the Town of Diamantina
Historic Centre of the Town of Goiás
Historic Centre of the Town of Olinda
Historic Town of Ouro Preto
Iguaçu National Park
Jaú National Park
Jesuit missions among the Guaraní
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park
Museu Historico de Sergipe
Museum of Sacred Art
Pampulha Modern Ensemble
Pantanal Conservation Area
Paraty
Paraty and Ilha Grande – Culture and Biodiversity
Pilot Plan of Brasília
Plano Piloto
Q157603
Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes between the Mountain and the Sea
Salvador
Sanctuary of Bom Jesus de Matosinhos
Serra da Capivara National Park
São Francisco Square
Sítio Roberto Burle Marx
Tijuca Forest
Valongo Wharf
neighborhood unit 107/307 and 108/308 South

Source: Wikidata, community-maintained and not the official UNESCO count.

Nearby destinations

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Brazil?

It depends on your passport. 136 nationalities can enter Brazil without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What is the best time to visit Brazil?

April, May, June, July, August, September, October, based on Brasilia's climate normals: mild temperatures and below-average rainfall for the year.

What currency is used in Brazil?

Brazilian real (BRL). 1 USD is approximately 5.08 BRL.

What side of the road does Brazil drive on?

Brazil drives on the right.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Brazil have?

39: Amazonia Theaters, Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves, Brasília, Brazilian Atlantic Islands: Fernando de Noronha and Atol das Rocas Reserves, Cavernas do Peruaçu Environmental Protection Area, Cavernas do Peruaçu National Park, Central Amazon Conservation Complex, Cerrado, and more.

What is the emergency number in Brazil?

188 / 190 / 192 / 193.

What time zone is Brazil in?

Sao Paulo (UTC-3).

What is the nearest airport to Brasilia?

Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek International Airport (BSB), about 10 km away.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Brazil

Brazil, officially the Federative Republic of Brazil, is the largest country in South America. It is also the world's fifth-largest country by area and the seventh-largest by population, with over 214 million people. Brazil is a federation composed of 26 states and a Federal District, which hosts the capital, Brasília. Its most populous city is São Paulo, followed by Rio de Janeiro. Brazil has the largest Lusophone population in the world and is the only Portuguese-speaking country in the Americas, where it is the official language.

CapitalBrasilia

RegionSouth America

Population212.8M

Area8,515,767 km²

CurrencyBrazilian real (1 USD ≈ 5.08 BRL)

LanguagesPortuguese

Calling code+55

Drives on theright

TimezoneSao Paulo (UTC-3)

Nearest airportPresidente Juscelino Kubitschek International Airport (BSB), 10 km

Emergency number188 / 190 / 192 / 193

UNESCO sites39

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$10,713 (2025)

Tourist arrivals6.4M (2019)

Climate in Brasilia

Warmest October, coolest May, driest June, sunniest August. Best time to visit: April, May, June, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Brasilia, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	26.9°C	19.5°C	279mm	338h
February	26.5°C	19.3°C	195mm	279h
March	25.7°C	18.7°C	230mm	293h
April	25.5°C	17.9°C	115mm	302h
May	24.5°C	15.2°C	21mm	329h
June	25.2°C	14.8°C	0mm	317h
July	25.4°C	14.4°C	0mm	335h
August	26.8°C	14.9°C	0mm	348h
September	29.6°C	17.8°C	11mm	341h
October	29.2°C	19.7°C	118mm	310h
November	26.2°C	18.4°C	150mm	303h
December	27.3°C	19.2°C	162mm	327h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Brazil is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest in the world. Brazil is an incredibly diverse country, in people, culture, and landscapes, from the famous summer carnaval in Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Olinda, and Recife to the wild power of nature in the Amazon and Iguaçu Falls. You'll find bustling cities, laid-back beaches, and traditional lifestyles, often right next to each other. Brazilian culture, which varies substantially across the country, comes from an international mix of European colonizers, African and Asian communities, and indigenous influence throughout the country.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Amazonia Theaters
Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves
Brasília
Brazilian Atlantic Islands: Fernando de Noronha and Atol das Rocas Reserves
Cavernas do Peruaçu Environmental Protection Area
Cavernas do Peruaçu National Park
Central Amazon Conservation Complex
Cerrado
Cerrado Protected Areas: Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks
Church of Our Lady of the Good Death

Upcoming public holidays

November 2, 2026Dia de Finados

November 15, 2026Proclamação da República

November 20, 2026Dia da Consciência Negra

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