One of the mandatory requirements for applying for Brazilian naturalization is proving your ability to communicate in Portuguese. But how do you do that? To avoid mistakes in your application, you must know which documents are accepted according to the Ministry of Justice's regulations. These guidelines establish eight ways to prove your knowledge of the Portuguese language, and we will explain some of the main ones below. Celpe-Bras Proficiency Certificate Celpe-Bras is the

The Brazilian Family Reunification Visa (VITEM XI) is one of the main legal pathways for foreign nationals who wish to live in Brazil with close family members, whether Brazilian citizens or foreign residents with lawful status. Established under Brazilian Migration Law, this visa allows eligible applicants to obtain legal residence and integrate formally into Brazilian society. Benefits of the family reunification visa The family reunification visa in Brazil offers several i

If you were born in the United States and one of your parents is Brazilian, you may apply for Brazilian nationality without renouncing your U.S. citizenship, thereby being entitled to dual citizenship. However, the procedure to exercise this right varies according to specific rules under Brazilian law.   Before the Age of 18 It is necessary to verify whether your birth certificate was registered at a Brazilian consulate before you turned 18. If this registration was completed

Foreign nationals who wish to become Brazilian citizens must be careful about the amount of time they spend outside Brazil, whether for tourism or work-related travel. As a general rule, foreign nationals who apply for ordinary naturalization must prove at least four (4) years of uninterrupted permanent residence in Brazil. Brazil’s Migration Law establishes that, within this four-year period, the foreign national may be absent from Brazil for up to 90 days per year , and the

The best way to avoid having your Brazilian visa application denied is to understand which visa category best fits your objectives during your stay in Brazil.Below, we explain two types of visas that often cause confusion among applicants. Visitor Visa The visitor visa is intended for foreign nationals who wish to enter Brazil without the intention of establishing residence, for short-term stays. This visa category is suitable for those who plan to travel to Brazil for purpos

The “family reunification visa”  or “residence permit for family reunification purposes”  is a visa granted by Brazil to relatives of...