Work residence in Brazil

Work residence · Brazil visa route

skilled · last reviewed 2026-07-16 · all Brazil routes

Requires employer and labour approval; best with a local job offer.

Important notes

• Brazil's VITEM V may be issued to foreign professionals whose qualifications/experience are compatible with the work activities; requires prior residence authorisation/work approval in Brazil for most employment cases, then consular visa application.
• No universal salary threshold in consular source.
• Employer sponsorship/work authorisation is required for employment cases.

Official source

Official source: Brazil official source

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Visa rules change frequently. This page is a research guide, not legal advice. Confirm current requirements with the official source before applying.