Brazil admits most European, Mercosur, Japanese, South Korean and Israeli passport holders visa-free for up to 90 days of business or tourism — no advance application is needed, just a passport valid for at least six months, a return ticket and proof of accommodation. Passport holders from the United States, Canada and Australia must apply online for a Brazilian e-visa (VIVIS) before departure; the electronic business visa is valid for multiple entries over up to 10 years with stays of 90 days per visit and takes around 5–10 business days to issue. Visitors whose nationality is not covered by either route, and anyone taking paid employment or installing and manning stands, apply at a Brazilian consulate for a VITEM II business or VITEM V work visa with an invitation letter from the Fenagra organiser. Import demo machinery, samples and stand material under a Carnet ATA, which Brazil accepts for exhibition goods.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Applied for entirely online on the Brazilian government portal before departure; issued for multiple entries valid up to 10 years for US nationals with a maximum 90-day stay per visit. Carry an invitation letter from the organiser or an exhibitor contact plus hotel confirmation for immigration. Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond arrival. Immigration may ask for the return or onw
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