🇬🇧UNITED KINGDOM

🇧🇷BRAZILGB-BR

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa to visit Brazil?

Q: Does the new Brazil eVisa apply to UK travellers?

No. The eVisa reinstated on 10 April 2025 applies only to US, Canadian and Australian citizens. British nationals are exempt.

Q: How long can I stay in Brazil?

Up to 90 days per entry, with multiple entries allowed, up to a maximum of 180 days within any 12-month period.

Q: Can I extend my stay?

Yes. Contact the Federal Police (Polícia Federal) before your initial 90 days expire to request an extension of up to a further 90 days.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of arrival in Brazil.

Q: What happens if I overstay?

Overstaying incurs daily fines payable on departure. Always ensure your passport is stamped on entry to avoid penalties when leaving.

No visa needed. British citizens with an ordinary passport can enter Brazil visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. UK ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for short tourist visits to Brazil. They may enter visa-free and stay up to 90 days, which can be extended once by the Federal Police for a further 90 days, up to a maximum of 180 days within any 12-month period. Importantly, the United Kingdom is NOT affected by the eVisa that Brazil reinstated on 10 April 2025 for US, Canadian and Australian citizens — that requirement does not apply to British nationals. To enter, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months, and immigration may ask for proof of onward/return travel, accommodation and sufficient funds. Always ensure you receive an entry stamp, as missing stamps can lead to fines on departure.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE 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 (no visa / no eVisa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted

from issue date

Visa fee

£0

consular fee only

Processing time

None — entry granted at the border

standard track

Validity

90 days, extendable to a max of 180 days per 12-month period

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Check passport validity

Ensure your British passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of arrival in Brazil and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.

· 6 months validity· 1 blank page

/02

Prepare supporting documents

Carry proof of onward or return travel, confirmation of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds, as immigration officers may request them.

· Return ticket· Proof of funds

/03

Travel to Brazil

No visa or eVisa application is required before departure. British citizens are exempt from the eVisa reinstated in April 2025 for US/Canada/Australia.

· No pre-approval· UK exempt

/04

Clear immigration on arrival

Present your passport at the border. The officer grants visa-free entry of up to 90 days. Confirm you receive a dated entry stamp.

· 90-day entry· Get stamped

/05

Track your stay

Count your days carefully — the 90-day allowance is within a 12-month period. Overstaying triggers daily fines payable on departure.

· 90/365 rule· Avoid overstay

/06

Extend if needed

To stay longer, contact the Federal Police (Polícia Federal) before your initial 90 days expire to request an extension of up to a further 90 days.

· Federal Police· Max 180 days

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items

Personalized checklist

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British passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival

required

At least one blank passport page

required

Return or onward travel ticket

recommended

Proof of accommodation (hotel booking / invitation)

recommended

Proof of sufficient funds (approx R$248/day)

recommended

Travel/medical insurance

recommended

Dated entry stamp obtained at the border

required

Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if visiting risk areas)

optional

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa fee£0No visa required for British citizens

eVisa fee£0Not applicable — UK exempt from Brazil eVisa

Stay extension (Federal Police)Variable (small GRU fee in BRL)Only if extending beyond initial 90 days

Total estimate£0 — £0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at border

Immediate on arrival

Entry granted at immigration; no application or fee required.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Visiting Rio de Janeiro, the Amazon, Iguazu Falls and beaches for leisure.

High

/02

Visiting friends and family

Short social visits to relatives or friends living in Brazil.

Medium

/03

Business meetings and events

Attending short business meetings, conferences or trade fairs (no paid local work).

Medium

/04

Transit

Passing through Brazil en route to another destination.

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

United Kingdom to Brazil route verified

Confirmed via GOV.UK and Brazil visa policy sources that British ordinary passport holders remain visa-free for up to 90 days. Verified the United Kingdom is NOT subject to the eVisa Brazil reinstated on 10 April 2025 for US, Canadian and Australian citizens.

/09 — The questions