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Brazil visa requirements for Colombian citizens

Colombian citizens can visit, live and work in Brazil without a visa.

Passport

COL

Colombia

Going to

BRA

Brazil

Free to visit, live and work

People with listed passports can visit without a visa, with different stay limits.

Visa
Not required
Max stay
90 days (3 months)
Fee
Free
Last updated
11 November 2026

Special rules for Colombian citizens in Brazil

  • Entry is allowed with a valid Colombian identity card.
  • Colombians can live and work legally in Brazil under the Mercosur (and Associated Members) immigration agreement with no requirement other than being a citizen at birth or a naturalized citizen for over 5 years, and passing a background check.

What to do

  1. Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it.

  2. Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.

  3. Note the maximum stay and count your days in Brazil.

Ways into Brazil

Your passport decides whether you need a visa for short visits.

  • Visa not required For your passportVisa-free passport listPeople with listed passports can visit without a visa, with different stay limits.
    Fee
    Free

    How to apply

    1. Ask the Brazilian consulate about your passport's rules.
    2. Check your stay limit and allowed activities.
    3. Show your passport at the border.

    Documents required

    • Valid passport
    • Stay limits and repeat-visit rules depend on your passport.
    • Permission for tourism does not automatically cover study, religious work or paid work.
    Official page
  • Visa requiredEmbassy visitor visaApply through a Brazilian consulate if you need a visa and cannot apply online.
    Stay
    90 days
    Valid for
    365 days
    Fee
    Fee depends on nationality and consulate
    Entries
    Multiple

    How to apply

    1. Check the consulate that serves where you live.
    2. Fill in the online form and upload documents.
    3. Print and sign the application receipt.
    4. Pay and submit your passport and original documents.

    Documents required

    • Valid passport
    • Signed application receipt
    • Passport photo
    • Travel plan or return booking
    • Other documents your consulate requests
    • Your visa may last longer, depending on your nationality.
    • You cannot take paid work; follow the stay allowed at entry.
    Official page
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Embassies for this trip

For lost passports and emergencies.

All embassies

  • Embassy

    Embassy of Colombia, Brasília

    Brasília

    SES Avenida das Nações, Quadra 803, Lote 10

Coming from Colombia

  • Plugs C NAdapter needed
  • MoneyBRL R$
  • TimeSame timeSame as home
  • DrivingOn the rightSame as home
  • LanguagePortuguese
  • Emergency190 police192 ambulance

Planning your Brazil trip

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About Brazil

Brazil is a federal republic covering nearly half of South America and most of the Amazon basin.

Capital
Brasília
Money
Brazilian real (R$)
Languages
Portuguese
Time zone
4 time zones
Cars drive on the
right side
Calling code
+55
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Other Americas passports

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Easier trips nearby

Places close to Brazil with simpler entry for you.

ChileVisa not required90 days
GuyanaVisa not required90 days
SurinameVisa not required90 days
VenezuelaVisa not required90 days
ArgentinaFreedom of movement90 days
BoliviaFreedom of movement90 days
EcuadorFreedom of movement90 days
ParaguayFreedom of movement90 days

Questions

Are there special rules for Colombian citizens visiting Brazil?

Do colombian citizens need a visa for Brazil?

Colombian citizens can visit, live and work in Brazil without a visa.

How long can colombian citizens stay in Brazil?

Up to 90 days each visit with the free to visit, live and work rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.

Do brazilian citizens need a visa for Colombia?

Brazilian citizens can visit, live and work in Colombia without a visa.

Do other Americas passports get easier entry to Brazil?

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize Chile, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.

Which countries near Brazil are easier for colombian citizens?

Chile, Guyana, Suriname, Venezuela Argentina, and 3 more let colombian citizens in without applying before travel.

What should I carry to Brazil?

Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it. Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.

What money is used in Brazil?

Brazilian real (R$). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.

What language do people speak in Brazil?

Portuguese.

How strong is the Colombia passport?

It ranks #39 and reaches 113 destinations without applying ahead.

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