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Brazil to El Salvador visa requirements

No visa needed. Brazilian ordinary passport holders enter El Salvador visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. You only buy a USD 12 tourist card on arrival. Brazil ordinary passport holders do not need a visa to visit El Salvador for tourism. El Salvador grants visa-free entry to Brazilians and issues a tourist card on arrival (USD 12, payable in cash) at the airport, land borders, or seaports. The standard permitted stay is up to 90 days. El Salvador is part of the Central America-4 (CA-4) free-movement zone together with Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, so the 90-day allowance is shared across all four countries on a single entry stamp; leaving and re-entering the CA-4 region does not reset the counter. Extensions of up to a further 90 days can be requested from Salvadoran immigration. Passports should be valid for the duration of the stay (six months' validity is the safe standard most carriers and officers expect) with at least one blank page. Travelers may be asked to show proof of onward/return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. There is no eVisa, ETA, or pre-arrival approval required. El Salvador is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen/ETIAS rules do not apply.
VISA-FREETOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free (tourist card on arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (CA-4 region combined)
per entry
Entries
Multiple within CA-4 zone on a single permit
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 12 tourist card on arrival
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival (immediate)
standard track
Validity
90 days from entry, extendable up to 90 more
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Brazilian ordinary passport is valid for your whole stay; carriers and officers commonly expect at least 6 months' validity and one blank page.
· Passport· 6 months recommended
/02
Book onward/return travel and accommodation
Have a confirmed return or onward ticket and a hotel booking or host address. These can be checked at check-in or on arrival.
· Return ticket· Lodging proof
/03
Prepare proof of funds
Carry evidence you can support yourself during the visit (cards, bank statement, or cash). Immigration may request this.
· Proof of funds
/04
Bring cash for the tourist card
On arrival you pay a USD 12 tourist card fee, usually in cash. Have small US dollar notes ready.
· USD 12· Cash
/05
Clear immigration and receive entry stamp
Present your passport, pay the tourist card fee, and receive a CA-4 entry stamp granting up to 90 days.
· CA-4 stamp· 90 days
/06
Track your CA-4 days and extend if needed
The 90 days are shared across El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. To stay longer, request an extension from Salvadoran immigration before the limit.
· Extension possible
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RecommendedBrazilian ordinary passport valid for the stay (6 months recommended)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredUSD 12 cash for the tourist card on arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel or host address)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
OptionalTravel/health insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
RecommendedAwareness that the 90-day limit is shared across all CA-4 countries
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Visa policy of El Salvador - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist card on arrivalUSD 12Payable in cash at airport, land border, or seaport
Tourist visa (Brazilian passport)USD 0Not required; Brazil is visa-exempt
Stay extension (optional)VariesRequested from Salvadoran immigration for stays beyond 90 days
Total estimateUSD 12USD 12incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism / short visit
Visa-free entry covers leisure, sightseeing, and short personal visits up to 90 days.
High
/02
Visiting friends or relatives
Short family or social visits within the 90-day allowance need no visa.
Medium
/03
Regional CA-4 travel
Combining El Salvador with Guatemala, Honduras, or Nicaragua on one trip under the shared 90-day permit.
Medium
/04
Business meetings (short)
Brief, non-remunerated business visits are generally accepted; confirm with the consulate for work activities.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Brazil to El Salvador route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for Brazilian ordinary passport holders with a USD 12 tourist card on arrival and a 90-day CA-4 shared stay, against El Salvador visa policy and US State Department sources.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Brazilians need a visa for El Salvador?
No. Brazilian ordinary passport holders enter visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. You only buy a USD 12 tourist card on arrival.
How long can I stay?+
What is the tourist card and how much is it?+
Does leaving and re-entering reset my 90 days?+
How long must my passport be valid?+
Is there an eVisa or ETA to apply for in advance?+
/11 — Passport tools

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