Brazil: Reside in the Largest and Most Dynamic South American Economy
Brazil is South America’s most economically influential nation, offering strategic residency opportunities. It has strong investment potential due to a massive consumer market, abundant natural resources, and proactive efforts to attract foreign direct investment.
Through the Brazil Investor Visa (also known as Brazil Residency by Investment), foreign nationals can obtain residency by investing in Brazilian business or real estate, a benefit for their portfolio.
With a population of over 215 million, Brazil presents fresh opportunities in agriculture, renewable energy, and infrastructure – an attractive option for entrepreneurs and investors alike.
Why Choose Brazil?
Brazil combines economic scale, residency accessibility, and long-term settlement rights. Through the Brazil Investor Visa, applicants can obtain residency via business investment or real estate acquisition, with the option to include dependents.
Brazil also offers a pathway to permanent residency for business investors from the outset and, eventually, citizenship after four years of legal residency (if eligibility has been achieved).
Residents benefit offers publicly funded healthcare systems, cultural diversity, large expat communities, and excellent property opportunities alongside regional mobility as part of the Mercosur agreement.
Brazil Investor Visa
The Brazil Investor Visa grants residency to foreign nationals who make a qualifying investment in Brazil. It is designed for investors, entrepreneurs, and globally mobile individuals seeking long-term residency, business opportunities, and eventual eligibility for Brazilian citizenship.
Approved applicants can obtain a Brazilian ID, open bank accounts, access healthcare, include family members under one application, and build a pathway toward citizenship after fulfilling the legal residency period.
Brazil Investor Visa Routes
Brazil offers two investment routes to obtain residency:
1. Real estate investment route
- Purchase qualifying property starting from BRL 700,000 (approx. USD $135,000), depending on the region.
- Grants a renewable two-year temporary residency.
- Can be converted to permanent residency upon renewal and proof of maintained investment.
- Ideal for passive investors or those seeking a lifestyle property or rental returns.
2. Business investment route
- Invest BRL 500,000 (approx. USD $95,000) into a Brazilian company, or BRL 150,000 for government-approved innovation or startup projects.
- Grants immediate residency.
- Suited for entrepreneurs, business owners, and direct investors looking to operate or capitalize a company in Brazil.
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Yes, Brazil allows dual citizenship, subject to the laws of your country of origin.
Yes, spouses, dependent children, and parents can be included.
Physical residence is recommended to maintain ties, particularly for citizenship eligibility, but Brazil offers flexible stay rules.
Citizenship eligibility typically begins after 4 years of permanent residency, subject to language, legal, and residency compliance.
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