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Do Vietnam passport holders need a visa to visit Brazil?

Yes, a visa is required. Vietnamese ordinary passport holders must obtain a Brazilian VIVIS visit (tourist) visa from the Brazilian Embassy in Hanoi before traveling. Brazil's new 2026 e-Visa system does NOT cover Vietnam. A Vietnamese ordinary passport holder needs a visa to enter Brazil for tourism. The correct pathway is the Brazilian VIVIS (Visto de Visita / Visit Visa), applied for in advance at the Brazilian Embassy in Hanoi — there is no Brazilian consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, so all applications route through Hanoi. Brazil reintroduced an electronic visa (e-Visa) effective 10 January 2026, but it applies ONLY to a defined list of nationalities (United States, Canada, Australia, Mexico and a handful of others); Vietnam is NOT on that list, so Vietnamese travelers cannot use the VFS e-Visa portal and must use the traditional consular process. The application is largely online (document upload), with the passport submitted only for the visa sticker. The visit visa generally permits stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period and is commonly issued with multi-year validity. Fees are set in USD on a reciprocity basis (roughly USD 80-100 for the VIVIS, plus possible service charges). Always confirm exact current requirements and fees with the Brazilian Embassy in Hanoi before traveling.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE 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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Consular visit visa (VIVIS) — apply at Brazilian Embassy in Hanoi
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry, extendable; max 90 days per 180-day period
per entry
Entries
Multiple entry (typical)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 80-100 (reciprocity-based) + service fees
consular fee only
Processing time
About 5-15 business days
standard track
Validity
Commonly 1-5 years (issued at consular discretion)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need the consular VIVIS visa
Vietnamese ordinary passport holders are not eligible for visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival, or Brazil's 2026 e-Visa (which covers only US, Canada, Australia, Mexico and a few others). You must apply for a Visit Visa (VIVIS) at the Brazilian Embassy in Hanoi.
· Visa required· No e-Visa for VN
/02
Gather required documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months with blank pages, a recent passport photo, completed visa application form, proof of accommodation and return/onward flight booking, proof of funds, and travel itinerary.
· Passport 6+ months· Photo + funds proof
/03
Complete the online visa application
Fill out the Brazilian e-consular (RDE) visa application form online, upload the required documents, and print the application receipt/confirmation.
· Online form· Print receipt
/04
Pay the visa fee and book an appointment
Pay the reciprocity-based visa fee in USD and schedule an appointment with the Brazilian Embassy in Hanoi (the only Brazilian mission in Vietnam).
· Pay in USD· Hanoi only
/05
Submit passport and biometrics
Attend the embassy appointment (or submit by the accepted channel) to provide your passport for the visa sticker; provide biometrics if requested.
· Submit passport· Biometrics if asked
/06
Collect visa and travel
Collect your passport with the visa sticker, verify the validity and permitted stay, and travel to Brazil within the visa's validity window.
· Verify dates· Carry documents
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Passport valid 6+ months with at least 2 blank pages
required
Completed Brazilian visa application (RDE) form and receipt
required
Recent passport-size photo meeting Brazilian specs
required
Confirmed round-trip / onward flight booking
required
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
required
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements)
required
Visa fee paid in USD
required
Travel itinerary / purpose of trip
recommended
Travel/health insurance
recommended
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if visiting risk areas)
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
VIVIS visit (tourist) visa feeUSD 80-100Reciprocity-based; set in USD and may vary
Service / processing feeUSD 10-30If applicable, varies by channel
Photo and document preparationUSD 5-15Approximate local cost
Total estimateUSD 80 — USD 145incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard consular processing
5-15 business days
Apply online, submit passport at the Brazilian Embassy in Hanoi, and collect the visa.
Peak-season processing
Up to 3-4 weeks
Allow extra time during high-demand periods or around Brazilian holidays.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free agreement
Vietnam and Brazil have no tourist visa-waiver agreement for ordinary passports, so a visa must be obtained in advance.
High
/02
Not covered by Brazil's 2026 e-Visa
Brazil's electronic visa relaunched in January 2026 applies only to specific nationalities (US, Canada, Australia, Mexico and a few others); Vietnam is excluded.
High
/03
No visa-on-arrival
Brazil does not offer visa-on-arrival for Vietnamese tourists; entry without a pre-issued visa will be refused.
Medium
/04
Single embassy in Vietnam
All applications must go through the Brazilian Embassy in Hanoi as there is no consulate in Ho Chi Minh City.
Medium
/05
Reciprocity-based fees
Visa fees are set in USD on a reciprocity basis and can change, so the exact amount should be confirmed.
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
Vietnam to Brazil route verified
Confirmed via Itamaraty consular portal, Sherpa, and 2026 e-Visa news that Vietnamese ordinary passport holders still require a consular VIVIS visit visa for Brazil; verified that Brazil's January 2026 e-Visa relaunch does not include Vietnam.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Vietnamese citizen get a Brazil visa on arrival or an e-Visa?—
No. There is no visa-on-arrival, and Brazil's 2026 e-Visa covers only a defined list of nationalities (US, Canada, Australia, Mexico and a few others), which does not include Vietnam. A consular VIVIS visit visa must be obtained in advance.
Where do Vietnamese applicants apply?+
How long can I stay in Brazil on a tourist visa?+
How much does the Brazil visit visa cost?+
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