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Citizenship by Naturalization Visa

Brazilian citizenship through naturalization typically requires 4 years of legal residence, but reduces to just 1 year for Portuguese speakers (from CPLP countries), those with Brazilian spouse or child, or those who provided relevant service to Brazil. Requirements: Portuguese language proficiency, clean criminal record, and civil capacity. Application filed online through Sistema Naturalizar-se - no application fee. Processing takes 6-18 months. Brazil allows dual citizenship. Brazilian passport provides visa-free access to 171 countries including EU Schengen, UK, and Singapore. After 15 years of residence, no other requirements apply (extraordinary naturalization).

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Processing Time

6-18 months (2 years total from application to completion)

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Cost

No application fee (documents may have costs)

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Duration

Permanent

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 14 years legal residence (1 year for Portuguese speakers/Brazilian family)
  • 2Portuguese language proficiency
  • 3Clean criminal record (Brazil and country of origin)
  • 4CPF registration
  • 5Civil capacity (18+ years, sound mind)
  • 6Permanent residency status

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