Do China Citizens Need a Visa for Brazil in 2026?
Chinese citizens need to apply for a visitor visa (VIVIS) for short stays in Brazil for tourism or business. A valid multi-entry US visa will significantly streamline the application process.

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Step-by-Step Application Process
Complete the Online Form
Fill out the visa application form on the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website, upload your digital photo and documents, and print the application receipt.
Pay the Consular Fee
Pay the required visa fee. Payment methods vary depending on the specific Brazilian consulate or embassy in China where you apply.
Submit Your Documents
Bring the printed receipt, your passport, and all original supporting documents to the Brazilian consulate or visa center for processing.
Required Documents
- —Valid Chinese passport (minimum 6 months validity, with at least two blank pages)
- —Printed visa application receipt (RER) signed by the applicant
- —Recent passport-sized photo
- —Flight itinerary (round-trip ticket)
- —Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation)
- —Proof of financial means (bank statements from the last 3 months)
Important Tips
- •A valid multi-entry US visa does not exempt you from needing a Brazilian visa, but often simplifies the required documentation.
- •Visa processing typically takes 10 to 15 working days; apply well in advance of your trip.
- •Make sure the signature on your application form matches the signature in your passport.
- •A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is highly recommended if you plan to visit rural or jungle areas in Brazil.
Easiest Way to Get It
Use a reputable visa agency in China. They handle the submission logistics to the consulate, saving you travel time and ensuring your dossier is flawless.
Latest Visa News: China ↔ Brazil
Great news for China passport holders! Brazil has upgraded visa access from visa required to visa-free.
Great news for China passport holders! Brazil has upgraded visa access from visa required to visa-free.
Brazil has changed visa requirements for China citizens from visa-free to visa required.
Brazil has changed visa requirements for China citizens from visa-free to visa required.
Great news for China passport holders! Brazil has upgraded visa access from visa required to visa-free.
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