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China to Brazil visa requirements

Temporary visa-free from 11 May to 31 Dec 2026 for eligible short visits up to 30 days; longer or non-covered trips need a Brazilian visa. From 11 May 2026 through 31 December 2026, Chinese ordinary passport holders may enter Brazil without a visitor visa for eligible short stays of up to 30 days. Official Brazil pages and the Chinese State Council article checked on 2026-06-19 describe the waiver as temporary, reciprocal, non-extendable, and limited to purposes such as tourism, business, transit, artistic or sports activities, and certain short-term technical activities. Brazil consular notices state multiple entries are possible, but the permitted visa-free stay is capped at 30 days in the relevant migratory year. Travellers who need more than 30 days, remunerated work, residence, long-term study, or another non-covered purpose should obtain the correct Brazilian visa before travel. Recheck official Brazilian consular pages shortly before booking because the waiver is time-limited.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE 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
Temporary visitor-visa waiver
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days, non-extendable
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries possible within the temporary waiver, subject to the 30-day cap
from issue date
Visa fee
Free under the waiver; visa fees vary if a visa is required
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival during the waiver; visa route before travel if not covered
standard track
Validity
Waiver valid from 2026-05-11 through 2026-12-31
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm current policy
Check Brazilian consular pages close to travel. The visa waiver is published as temporary and currently runs only through 31 December 2026.
· temporary· 2026-12-31
/02
Confirm purpose and stay length
Use the waiver only for eligible short visits such as tourism, business, transit, artistic/sports activities, or short technical activities, and keep the stay within 30 days.
· eligible purpose· 30 days
/03
Prepare arrival docs
Carry a valid ordinary Chinese passport, return or onward ticket, accommodation evidence, trip plan, and funds evidence in case airline or border officers ask.
· ordinary passport· return ticket
/04
Enter and check the stamp
Brazilian border authorities decide admission on arrival. Check the entry record and leave before the 30-day non-extendable limit.
· border decision· non-extendable
/05
Use a visa for longer or non-covered trips
If staying longer than the waiver allows or doing work, residence, long-term study, or other non-covered activities, apply for the correct Brazilian visa before travel.
· visa before travel
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredChinese passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid at least 6 months from entry, with blank pages
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Confirmed booking
RequiredAccommodation evidence
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel bookings or host invitation for the full stay
RequiredFunds evidence
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Bank statements covering trip costs
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended
RecommendedYellow fever vaccination
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended for many Brazil itineraries; may be required by onward destinations after Brazil
RequiredDay-by-day plan
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Itinerary, flights, and key reservations
RequiredRecent digital photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
Per eVisa requirements (when applying)
RequiredEmployment or business proof
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Strengthens both visa-free entry and eVisa cases
RequiredPrior visa history
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Old passports help build credibility
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.
Official sourcesBrazil MRE — Reciprocal visa exemption press release (published May 2026)Brazil Consulate Tokyo — New visa rules for Chinese citizens (published May 2026)Brazil Consulate Guangzhou — Applying for a visa in Guangzhou
Application link included: Brazil MRE — Reciprocal visa exemption press release (published May 2026)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entry (temporary waiver)Free11 May to 31 Dec 2026, up to 30 days, non-extendable
Brazilian visaVariesRequired for longer stays or non-covered purposes
Yellow fever vaccineVariesIf visiting risk zones
Total estimateFree — Varies if a visa is requiredincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
On arrival
Standard border examination; no advance visa application is required during the waiver for covered trips.
Brazilian visa
Apply before travel
Use the current Brazilian consular or electronic visa route when the waiver does not cover the trip.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Insufficient passport validity
Less than 6 months validity will trigger refusal at check-in or arrival.
Medium
/02
No return or onward ticket
Airlines may deny boarding if you cannot show planned departure.
Medium
/03
Unclear purpose or itinerary
Tourists with vague plans may face additional questioning at Brazilian immigration.
Medium
/04
Purpose not covered
Employment, paid activities, residence, long-term study, or other non-covered activities require the correct visa.
Medium
/05
Adverse immigration history
Past overstays, deportations, or bans weigh against approval.
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
2026-06-19
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
China to Brazil route checked by Codex
Rechecked official Brazil and China sources; confirmed temporary 30-day non-extendable visa waiver through 2026-12-31, added checked-date, and removed unsupported fixed-fee eVisa fallback wording.
2026-05-26
China to Brazil route verified
Confirmed temporary visa-free pilot from 11 May to 31 Dec 2026 for eligible short visits up to 30 days.
2026-05-11 · major
Visa-free pilot launched
Brazil temporarily exempted Chinese nationals from visa requirements through 31 December 2026 to boost tourism and exchange.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do I need an eVisa during the visa-free pilot?—
No, if your trip qualifies (tourism, business, sports, artistic, transit, short technical) and is within 30 days per year, you may enter visa-free until 31 December 2026.
What happens after 31 December 2026?+
Can I stay longer than 30 days under the visa-free arrangement?+
Can I enter more than once?+
Do I need yellow fever vaccination?+
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