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Brazil to United States visa requirements

B1/B2 visa required (USD 185). Brazil is not on the Visa Waiver Program — no ESTA option. Brazilian ordinary passport holders need a non-immigrant B1/B2 visa to enter the United States — Brazil is not currently a participant in the Visa Waiver Program, so ESTA is not an option. The application requires a DS-160 form, a USD 185 visa application fee (MRV fee, paid in BRL), an in-person interview unless an interview waiver applies, and biometric collection. Brazilian applicants typically receive 10-year multiple-entry B1/B2 visas with no reciprocity issuance fee. State Department wait times checked on 2026-06-19 show Brazil B1/B2 next appointments ranging from under 0.5 month in Recife to 2.5 months in Brasília, with São Paulo at about 2 months; these wait times change frequently. Once the visa is issued, the actual admission and length of stay are decided by Customs and Border Protection officers on arrival and recorded in I-94, often up to 6 months per entry.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-19
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 2026-06-19
Visa type
B1/B2 Visitor Visa (sticker)
Maximum stay
Up to 6 months per entry (CBP decision)
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 185 (MRV)
consular fee only
Processing time
Post-dependent; current B1/B2 next appointments under 0.5-2.5 months in Brazil
standard track
Validity
Usually 10 years
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Complete DS-160 online
Fill the DS-160 non-immigrant visa application at ceac.state.gov. Upload a compliant photo. Print the confirmation page with the barcode.
· DS-160 required
/02
Pay the USD 185 MRV fee
Pay through the official Brazil visa scheduling/payment flow in BRL. Keep the payment receipt.
· fee receipt
/03
Schedule appointments
Standard applicants schedule biometrics at the CASV (Applicant Service Center) and the interview at the U.S. consulate. Pick a post (São Paulo, Rio, Recife, Porto Alegre, Brasília).
· appointments
/04
Attend biometrics + interview
Provide fingerprints and a photo at CASV. Interview the consular officer; bring DS-160 confirmation, passport, fee receipt, photo, supporting documents.
· in-person interview
/05
Collect visa + travel
Passport with visa is returned through the pickup or delivery option selected in the scheduling flow. On arrival, CBP decides admission and the actual length of stay, often up to 6 months.
· CBP at port of entry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Brazil -> United States · B1/B2 Visitor Visa (sticker)
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RequiredBrazilian passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid for intended U.S. stay; Brazil is exempt from the CBP six-month passport rule
RequiredDS-160 confirmation page
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
With barcode
RequiredMRV fee receipt
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
USD 185 paid in BRL
RequiredVisa photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
5x5 cm, white background, recent
RequiredInterview appointment letter
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Print or save digitally
RequiredProof of ties to Brazil
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Employment letter, property, family, school enrolment
RequiredFinancial evidence
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Bank statements (3-6 months), tax declaration, pay slips
ConditionalTrip plan
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Itinerary, hotel bookings, invitation letter if visiting family
ConditionalPrevious US visas / I-94
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
If applicable, for renewal context
ConditionalTranslator (if needed)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Interviews are in Portuguese or English at applicant's choice
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
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.
Official sourcesU.S. Embassy & Consulates in Brazil — Nonimmigrant Visas Overview (last modified 2026-03-17)U.S. Department of State — Visitor Visa (last modified 2026-06-18)U.S. Department of State — Fees for Visa Services (last modified 2026-06-18)
Application link included: U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Brazil — Nonimmigrant Visas Overview (last modified 2026-03-17)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
B1/B2 MRV feeUSD 185Non-refundable, paid in BRL via official channels
Visa issuance feeUSD 0Brazil reciprocity table lists no B1/B2 issuance fee
Passport returnVariesChoose pickup or delivery in the official scheduling flow
Interview Waiver (renewals)USD 185Possible for full-validity B1/B2 renewals within 12 months of prior visa expiry if all criteria are met
Overstay penalties3 or 10-year barStrict — overstays carry automatic bars
Total estimateUSD 185 — USD 185incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Interview Waiver (renewal)
Scheduling-dependent
For eligible full-validity B1/B2 renewals within 12 months of prior visa expiry; consular officers may still require an interview.
Standard interview
<0.5-2.5 months for current Brazil B1/B2 next appointments
State Department table checked on 2026-06-19: Recife <0.5 month, Porto Alegre/Rio 1 month, São Paulo 2 months, Brasília 2.5 months.
Expedited / emergency
Case-by-case
Available only for qualifying urgent travel with supporting documents and consular approval.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Weak ties to Brazil
Section 214(b) refusals are common when officers aren't convinced applicants will return home. Stable job, family, property, and assets help.
Medium
/02
Inconsistent DS-160 answers
Discrepancies between DS-160 and interview answers (especially employment, family, travel history) lead to refusals.
Low
/03
Past US immigration issues
Prior overstays, denied entries, or visa refusals significantly complicate future applications.
Medium
/04
Suspected work intent
B1/B2 covers business meetings and tourism only — not paid employment in the US.
Low
/05
Criminal record
Certain convictions (drug, violent crime, moral turpitude) trigger ineligibility under INA §212(a).
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
CBP inspection
A visa lets you request admission. CBP decides the actual period of stay and records it in your I-94.
/02
Customs
Declare food, agricultural items, and cash over USD 10,000. Missing declarations can cause fines or seizure.
/03
Connectivity
Airport SIMs are expensive; eSIMs or prepaid plans bought online often work better for short trips.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-19
Codex re-verified B1/B2 route
Codex checked/re-verified on 2026-06-19 against State visitor visa, fee, Brazil reciprocity, VWP, wait-time, interview-waiver, and CBP passport-validity sources; updated the passport-validity and renewal-waiver guidance.
2026-05-27
Brazil to US route verified
Confirmed B1/B2 USD 185, 10-year typical validity, Brazil not on VWP.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Brazilian citizens need a visa for the US?—
Yes — Brazil is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so all Brazilian travellers need a B1/B2 visitor visa or another non-immigrant category. There is no ESTA option for Brazilian passport holders.
How much does the B1/B2 visa cost?+
How long is the B1/B2 valid?+
Where do I apply?+
Can I renew without an interview?+
Is the interview in Portuguese?+
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