Updated: Apr 11
Brazil has officially reinstated visa requirements for travelers from Australia, Canada, and the United States, ending a six-year visa-free policy. The new rule, effective today, April 10, 2025, aligns with Brazil’s reciprocity principle, as these nations currently require visas from Brazilian citizens.
Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the country "does not offer unilateral visa exemptions." The decision follows ongoing negotiations to establish mutual visa-free travel agreements with these nations.
"We’re still in talks to have the United States lift its visa requirement for Brazilians, which would allow us to reciprocate," said Brazil’s Minister of Tourism, Celso Sabino.
Despite the change, the U.S. Embassy in Brasilia confirmed that Americans can still apply for e-visas when visiting Brazil.
In 2024, Brazil welcomed:
728,537 visitors from the United States
96,540 from Canada
52,888 from Australia
Now, travelers from these countries must obtain an e-visa before arrival, whether entering by air, land, or sea.
Cost: $80.90
Validity: 90 days per visit
Application: Through Brazil’s official eVisa portal
Besides the tourist e-visa, Brazil offers several visa types, including:
✅ Tourist Visa – For leisure travel
✅ Business Visa – For work-related visits
✅ Transit Visa – For short stopovers
✅ Work Visa – For employment
✅ Student Visa – For education purposes
✅ Remote Work Visa – Designed for location-independent professionals.
Brazil's lead, Namibia has also introduced visa requirements for travelers from Australia, Canada, and the United States, effective April 1, 2025. The Namibian government justified this move by pointing to the absence of reciprocal visa-free arrangements with these nations.
Brazil’s visa policy change reflects its stance on equal treatment in international travel. Travelers from affected nations should apply for their e-visas in advance to avoid delays.
🔗 Stay updated on visa policies at visasupdate.com.
Similar to Brazil's visa changes, other countries like Thailand reduces tourist visa stays from 60 to 30 days in 2025 and the UAE introduces 90-day visit visa without sponsor requirements are implementing significant travel policy updates this year.
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