Brazil•South AmericaVIDIP — Diplomatic Visa (Visto Diplomático - VIDIP)
At a Glance
Varies
Free
Up to 3 years (or duration of mission)
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Official visa for diplomats, heads of state, and international organization representatives on government-sponsored missions, free of charge and valid up to 3 years.
The Diplomatic Visa (VIDIP) is a specialized visa for foreign government representatives and international organization officials on official missions in Brazil. Established under international diplomatic norms, it provides legal status and privileges for those representing recognized foreign states. The visa is issued free of charge and exempts applicants from standard immigration requirements.
The visa is valid for up to three years or the mission duration and is renewable. Issued at no cost based on a formal diplomatic note from the sending government or organization, it allows dependents to accompany if named in the note. Spouses have no work authorization. Processing varies by consulate but is handled through Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
This visa is ideal for diplomats, heads of state, government officials, and representatives of international organizations assigned to official missions in Brazil.
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be a foreign authority or official traveling on an official mission.
Must represent a foreign State recognized by the Brazilian Government.
Dependents of such officials are also qualifying.
Must hold a diplomatic passport.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Diplomatic Note (Note Verbale) from the sending government/institution.
Valid diplomatic passport with at least 2 blank pages.
Printed and signed RER receipt with a glued passport-style photo.
Details of the mission, including duration, location, and contacts in Brazil.
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Completely free of charge — no visa application fees
- Extended stay up to 3 years or for mission duration with government sponsorship
- Work authorization granted for official mission duties without restriction
- Dependents can accompany on visa if named in the Diplomatic Note
- Potential diplomatic privileges and immunities during official assignment
- Renewable visa status without standard renewal challenges
- Direct government-to-government facilitation expedites processing
Worth Knowing
- Requires official Diplomatic Note from sending government — cannot apply individually
- Must hold a valid diplomatic passport (not standard tourist/regular passport)
- Government-sponsored status limits personal travel flexibility outside official mission
- Spouse cannot work independently; only diplomats on official mission have work auth
Application Process
Complete the online visa application form (RER) at the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal.
Upload required documents, including the Diplomatic Note (Note Verbale).
Submit the application and print the receipt (RER).
Coordinate with the relevant Brazilian diplomatic mission (Embassy/Consulate) for submission of original documents.
Await official communication and processing by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Application Forms
| Diplomatic Visa Application | — |
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