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🇧🇷 Brazil

Retirement Visa

Brazil's retirement visa (VITEM XIV) allows retirees and pension recipients to reside in Brazil by proving monthly pension transfers of at least $2,000 USD (~R$6,000). No age limit - based on pension income, not age. Can apply via consulate abroad (requires health insurance) or from within Brazil via MigranteWeb portal (no health insurance required). Valid for 2 years, renewable, with path to permanent residency. Dependents add R$2,000/month requirement each. Registration with Federal Police required within 90 days (from abroad) or 30 days (in-country approval). Popular destinations include beach cities and lower-cost interior regions.

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Processing Time

6-8 weeks typical, up to 3 months during busy periods

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Cost

~$150 USD visa fee

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Duration

2 years, renewable

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 1Proof of pension/retirement income of $2,000+ USD monthly
  • 2Bank letter confirming ability to transfer funds to Brazil
  • 3Valid passport (10-year recommended)
  • 4Criminal background check (apostilled)
  • 5Health insurance (if applying from abroad)
  • 6Birth/marriage certificates as applicable

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