- Brazil's Digital Nomad visa (Temporary Visa XIV) lets remote workers live in Brazil for 12 months, renewable once for another year, launched in 2022.
- You must work remotely for a foreign employer (no Brazilian employment) and show at least USD 1,500/month income or USD 18,000 in savings.
- Valid travel/health insurance covering Brazil is mandatory for the stay.
- UK applicants should budget about £193.50 for the visa fee; each dependent files separately and pays their own fee.
Brazil's Digital Nomad visa offers UK citizens a legal, flexible way to base themselves in Latin America's largest economy while keeping a foreign job. This guide explains the Brazil digital nomad visa requirements, required documents, fees, and family options—so you can plan with confidence.
Table of Contents
- Overview: Brazil's Digital-Nomad (Temporary Visa XIV) — who it is for and when it launched
- Eligibility requirements: remote-work rule
- Required documents: passport
Overview: Brazil's Digital-Nomad (Temporary Visa XIV) — who it is for and when it launched
Brazil's Digital Nomad visa—formally Temporary Visa XIV—was introduced in 2022 to let foreign remote workers live in Brazil while working for clients or employers abroad. The program grants an initial 12-month stay and can typically be renewed once for another year, subject to meeting eligibility conditions. UK citizens are eligible under the same criteria as other nationalities.
| Visa type | Temporary Visa XIV (Digital Nomad) |
|---|---|
| Who it's for | Remote workers and service providers for non-Brazilian employers/clients |
| Initial validity | 12 months; typically renewable for another 12 months |
| UK consular fee (guide) | Approx. £193.50 per applicant |
| Family members | Spouse/children may apply as dependents; each files a separate application and pays the fee |
| Insurance | Valid health insurance covering Brazil is required |
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Eligibility requirements: remote-work rule
Remote work only; no Brazilian employment
To qualify, you must perform work remotely for an employer or clients located outside Brazil and not hold an employment relationship with a Brazilian entity. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs specifies that Digital Nomad applicants must be engaged in activities for foreign employers/clients without an employment tie in Brazil.
Financial threshold: income or savings
- Show at least USD 1,500 per month in income; or
- Provide evidence of at least USD 18,000 in savings.
These financial thresholds are listed by Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the Digital Nomad category.
Mandatory health insurance
Applicants must hold valid travel/health insurance covering medical care in Brazil for the intended period of stay, as outlined by Brazilian consular guidance.
Family inclusion
Spouses and dependent children can accompany a Digital Nomad as dependents. Each dependent typically files a separate application and pays a separate fee. Check your specific consulate's documentation list for relationship proof (e.g., marriage or birth certificates).
Required documents: passport
Checklist: what to prepare
- Passport valid for international travel.
- Evidence of remote work for a foreign employer/client (e.g., employment contract or service agreement) demonstrating you will work remotely while in Brazil.
- Financial proof:
- Bank statements or payslips showing at least USD 1,500/month; or
- Statements proving USD 18,000+ in savings.
- Health insurance policy valid in Brazil for the stay.
- Consular application and fee (UK guide price ~£193.50 per applicant).
How to apply (UK citizens)
- Confirm eligibility: Ensure you meet the remote-work rule and the income or savings threshold.
- Gather documents: Passport, proof of employment/contract with a foreign entity, financial proof, and health insurance.
- Submit your application to a Brazilian consulate with jurisdiction for your residence (e.g., London) per consulate instructions, and pay the fee. Documentation requirements and procedures are set by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and processed via consulates.
- Travel to Brazil once your visa is issued and maintain the insurance and income conditions during your stay.
Fees and validity at a glance
| Initial validity | 12 months |
|---|---|
| Renewal | Typically extendable for an additional 12 months |
| Financial threshold | USD 1,500/month income or USD 18,000 savings |
| UK visa fee (guide) | ~£193.50 per applicant |
| Family inclusion | Spouses/children may apply as dependents; separate applications/fees |
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Conclusion
The Brazil digital nomad visa is a straightforward pathway for UK remote workers who can document foreign employment, meet the USD 1,500/month or USD 18,000 savings rule, and maintain health insurance. With a 12-month initial term and family options, it's a practical base for work and travel in South America. For case-by-case guidance and document preparation support, contact our team.
