Brazil visa from Algeria
Last verified: July 2026 (gov.br source)
Do you need a visa for Brazil from Algeria?
Yes. Algerian nationals need a visa for Brazil — the Brazilian e-Visa is not open to Algeria (only US/Canada/Australia/Japan). For a stay of ≤ 90 days (tourism, business, visit, medical), it is the visit visa (VIVIS), applied for at the Brazilian consulate/embassy (possibly via VFS). Fee ≈ $80 + an Algeria-specific communication charge ≈ $25. For long studies, it is a VITEM IV visa.
Official source: gov.br
At a glance
- Main type
- Visit visa (VIVIS)
- e-Visa
- Not open to Algeria
- System
- Brazilian consular visa
- Length (visit)
- ≤ 90 days (extendable to 180/year)
- Fees
- ≈ $80 + ≈ $25 communication (Algeria)
- Submission in Algeria
- Brazilian consulate/embassy (or VFS)
- Decision
- Brazilian consular authority
- Long studies
- VITEM IV visa
Choose your purpose of travel
Required documents (visit visa)
- Passport (valid 6 months, 2 blank pages)
- Completed online visa application (gov.br) + receipt page
- Recent standard photo (white background)
- Round-trip flight booking (proof of onward travel)
- Proof of accommodation (hotel or invitation)
- Proof of funds for the stay
- Proof of employment or business registration
- Proof of consular fee payment (+ communication charge)
How to apply, step by step
- 1Complete the application online
On the official gov.br portal; print the receipt page.
- 2Gather the documents
Passport, photo, round-trip flight, accommodation, funds.
- 3Pay the consular fee (+ communication charge)
≈ $80 (visit) + ≈ $25 communication charge (Algeria).
- 4Submit at the Brazilian consulate (or VFS)
File + passport submission; biometrics if requested.
- 5Collect your passport with the visa
Processing up to ~10 business days.
By purpose of travel
Brazil tourist visa (VIVIS) from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit Brazil as a tourist from Algeria?
For tourism in Brazil, Algerians apply for a visit visa (VIVIS) — no e-Visa for Algeria. Submission at the Brazilian consulate/embassy (possibly via VFS). Stay ≤ 90 days (extendable to 180/year). Proof of onward travel + funds required. Fee ≈ $80 + ≈ $25 communication.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Hotel reservation / itinerary (Rio, São Paulo…)
- Round-trip flight (proof of onward travel)
Questions about this purpose
Is Brazil visa-free for Algerians?
No: a consular visa is required (unlike some exempt nationalities).
Brazil business visa (VIVIS) from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a business trip to Brazil from Algeria?
For meetings, trade shows or negotiations in Brazil, Algerians apply for a visit visa (VIVIS) for business — no paid work. Submission at the Brazilian consulate/embassy. A letter from the Brazilian host company strengthens the file. Fee ≈ $80 + ≈ $25 communication.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Letter from the Brazilian host company
- Letter from your employer / company
- Round-trip flight (proof of onward travel)
Questions about this purpose
Can I work on the VIVIS?
No. It covers meetings, trade shows and negotiations, not paid work (which needs a work visa — outside OuiVisa's scope).
Brazil family visit visa (VIVIS) from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit a relative in Brazil from Algeria?
To visit family or friends in Brazil, Algerians apply for a visit visa (VIVIS) — ≤ 90 days. The host can provide an invitation letter with proof of their status in Brazil. Submission at the Brazilian consulate/embassy. Round-trip flight + funds required. Fee ≈ $80 + ≈ $25 communication.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Host invitation letter (status + address)
- Proof of the family relationship
- Round-trip flight (proof of onward travel)
Questions about this purpose
What invitation does Brazil need?
A letter from the Brazilian host stating their status and address; attached to your proof of funds and onward travel.
Brazil medical treatment visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for medical treatment in Brazil from Algeria?
For treatment in Brazil, Algerians apply for a visit visa (VIVIS) for a medical purpose (or a temporary visa for prolonged treatment). You need a letter from the Brazilian health facility (appointment + estimate) and proof of funds. Submission at the Brazilian consulate/embassy. Fee ≈ $80 + ≈ $25 communication.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Letter from the Brazilian health facility (appointment + estimate)
- Medical records + letter from your doctor in Algeria
- Proof of funds covering care and stay
- Round-trip flight (proof of onward travel)
Questions about this purpose
What medical documents are required?
A letter from the Brazilian hospital or clinic (appointment + estimate) and your medical records with your Algerian doctor's recommendation.
Prolonged treatment?
Beyond a visit stay, a temporary (VITEM) visa for health treatment may apply (different rules).
Short study in Brazil (VIVIS) from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a short course in Brazil from Algeria?
For a short course (short Portuguese course, exchange), a visit visa (VIVIS) may suffice (≤ 90 days). Note: a formal full-time program needs a VITEM IV visa (study) — see the long-stay study page. Submission at the Brazilian consulate/embassy. Fee ≈ $80 + ≈ $25 communication.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Enrolment / program letter (< 90 days)
- Round-trip flight (proof of onward travel)
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a VITEM IV visa?
No for a short course < 90 days (visit visa). A formal full-time program needs a VITEM IV — see the dedicated page.
Transit in Brazil from Algeria
Do you need a transit visa for Brazil?
An airside transit (without clearing Brazilian immigration, staying in the international zone) generally needs no visa. However, to leave the airport or enter Brazil, you need a visit visa (VIVIS) — the e-Visa is not open to Algeria. Check per your connection.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Valid passport
- Onward ticket (connecting flight)
- Visa of the final destination (if required)
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a visa to transit through Brazil?
Not for an airside transit (international zone). As soon as you enter Brazil, a visit visa (VIVIS) is required.
Fees (visit visa)
| Visit visa (VIVIS) | ≈ $80 — to confirm |
| Communication charge (Algeria) | ≈ $25 (if no US green card) |
| Consular service fee | to confirm |
Indicative figures: visit visa (VIVIS) ≈ $80 + ⚠️ an Algeria-specific communication charge ≈ $25 (transmitting the file to Brazil, unless you hold a US green card), to confirm (sources vary $80–$160). Brazil does not open the e-Visa to Algeria: you apply via the Brazilian consulate/embassy (possibly via VFS). Passport valid 6 months + proof of onward travel required. Confirm on gov.br before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a Brazilian e-Visa for Algeria?
No. The Brazilian e-Visa covers only a few nationalities (US, Canada, Australia, Japan). Algerians apply for a consular visa (sticker) at the Brazilian consulate/embassy.
Where do I submit a Brazil visa from Algeria?
At the Brazilian consulate/embassy (possibly via VFS); there is no e-Visa for Algeria.
How much is the visit visa?
≈ $80 + an Algeria-specific communication charge ≈ $25 (to confirm).
Is proof of onward travel required?
Yes, a round-trip (or onward) flight booking is required, in addition to accommodation and proof of funds.
How long can I stay?
The visit visa allows up to 90 days, extendable to 180 days per year with the Federal Police.
What timeline should I expect?
Processing up to ~10 business days after submission; book the consular appointment early.
Is visa approval guaranteed?
No. Issuance is at the Brazilian consular authority's discretion; a OuiVisa partner agency prepares and tracks the file, but approval is not guaranteed.
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