Brazil: Reside in the Largest and Most Dynamic South American Economy
Brazil is South America’s largest and most economically influential country, offering diverse residency options linked to investment, business, and employment. With a population exceeding 215 million, Brazil provides access to one of the world’s largest consumer markets and a wide range of economic sectors.
From global cities such as São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro to emerging regional hubs, Brazil attracts investors and entrepreneurs seeking long-term opportunities and residency security.
Why Choose Brazil?
Brazil offers a structured residency-by-investment framework through the Brazil Investor Visa, allowing foreign nationals to obtain residency through qualifying business or real estate investments.
As a Mercosur member, Brazil provides regional mobility rights, access to public healthcare, and a clear pathway to permanent residency and citizenship after approximately four years.
Brazil Investor Visa
The Brazil Investor Visa grants residency to individuals who make a qualifying investment in Brazil, designed for investors, entrepreneurs, and business owners seeking long-term settlement.
Brazil Investor Options
Brazil’s Investor Visa provides a straightforward, property-led path to residency in Latin America’s largest economy. It offers much lower thresholds than European Golden Visas. Additional complementary routes of this visa include business and startup investment for those who want to pursue entrepreneurial ventures.
Applicants can qualify by purchasing residential or commercial property in approved regions for BRL 700,000 (region dependent). The investment must be maintained for the duration of the residency period and may be renewed, with the option to transition to permanent residency.
This route is designed for entrepreneurs and investors establishing or investing in an existing Brazilian company. This BRL 500,000 investment must contribute to economic activity, job creation, or business development in Brazil.
At a reduced investment threshold of BRL 150,000 you can invest in government-approved startups or innovation projects. This option is aimed at founders and early-stage investors supporting technology, research, or innovation-driven businesses.
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You can move to Brazil through the Brazil Investment Visa (VIPER Visa) or the Brazil Golden Visa, which grants residency via either real estate purchase or business investment. Both routes provide full residency rights, allow family inclusion, and offer a path to permanent residency and citizenship after meeting the legal residence period.
To qualify, you must:
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Be at least 18 years old.
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Have a clean criminal record from all countries you’ve lived in over the last five years.
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Make a qualifying investment: either real estate or a business capital injection.
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Ensure funds are legal, traceable, and registered with Brazil’s Central Bank.
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Hold a CPF (Brazilian tax ID) and complete biometric registration upon arrival.
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Eligible family members can be included: spouse, children under 18 (or up to 24 if financially dependent), and dependent parents in certain cases.
To qualify for the Brazil Investment Visa, you need:
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Real estate route:
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Urban centers: BRL 1,000,000 (~USD $200,000)
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North/Northeast regions: BRL 700,000 (~USD $150,000)
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Business investment route:
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Standard business: BRL 500,000 (~USD $98,000)
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Innovation/startup: BRL 150,000 (~USD $29,500)
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Note that funds must be transferred from abroad through authorized channels, and property or business must be properly registered.
You may apply for Brazilian citizenship after four years of permanent residency. Fast-track options allow eligibility after one year if married to a Brazilian citizen or having a Brazilian-born child. Citizenship grants full rights, including dual nationality and Mercosur travel privileges.
Yes. Brazil generally permits dual citizenship, so you do not have to renounce your original nationality when becoming a Brazilian citizen. Investors can maintain multiple passports and enjoy full rights as Brazilian citizens.
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