Category: Religious / Missionary Visa
Overview: The Brazil Religious / Missionary Visa allows foreign individuals to enter Brazil for religious, spiritual, or missionary work under the sponsorship of a recognized Brazilian religious institution. It's for non-profit humanitarian and spiritual activities.
Eligibility: Applicants must be ministers, missionaries, or members of religious institutes, sponsored by a Brazilian religious organization, possess sufficient funds or institutional support, and have a clear criminal record.
Processing Time: ~45 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/assuntos/vistos
Summary: The Brazil Religious/Missionary Visa is for individuals undertaking spiritual or humanitarian work sponsored by a Brazilian religious institution. It requires institutional sponsorship and a clear record, enabling temporary stay for religious duties.