Brazil•South AmericaVITEM II — Medical Treatment Visa (VITEM II - Tratamento de Saúde)
At a Glance
Varies
USD $100
1 year
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Temporary visa for foreign nationals requiring medical treatment in Brazil, renewable for up to 1 year while healthcare continues.
The Medical Treatment Visa (VITEM II) is a temporary visa for foreign nationals seeking specialized medical care in Brazil beyond 90 days. It fills the gap for individuals requiring complex surgeries or specialized procedures unavailable in their home countries. The visa provides a legal framework for patients and companions to access Brazil's medical infrastructure.
This visa permits up to 1 year per grant, successively renewable while treatment continues. Applicants must present medical necessity from a Brazilian physician, proof of financial resources for treatment and living costs, and a cost estimate. Dependents are allowed. The visa fee is USD 100. Registration with Federal Police is required within 90 days of arrival. Work is not permitted.
This visa is ideal for patients requiring extended medical treatment in Brazil who can demonstrate medical necessity and financial capacity to cover treatment and living expenses.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 1 year |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Foreign nationals traveling to Brazil for medical treatment for a period exceeding 90 days.
Accompanying persons may also apply for this visa.
Must provide proof of medical necessity and the ability to cover treatment costs.
If the stay is 90 days or less, a VIVIS (Visitor Visa) is generally sufficient.
Not applicable for organ transplant surgeries (subject to specific health ministry regulations).
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Visa Application Form (RER) receipt.
Valid passport (at least two blank pages).
Recent passport-style photo.
Medical report/declaration from a doctor in the country of origin.
Acceptance declaration from the hospital or clinic in Brazil.
Cost estimate for the treatment.
Proof of financial means to cover the treatment and stay.
Criminal background check.
Birth certificate (apostilled/legalized).
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Up to 1 year per grant with successive renewals tied to treatment continuation
- Permits accompanying persons to support the patient during medical care
- Clear official pathway with dedicated consular portal and documentation
- Dependents allowed to accompany applicant for entire duration of treatment
- Legal framework for accessing Brazil's high-quality medical infrastructure
- Registration requirement within 90 days provides documented legal status
- Renewable while treatment continues — no arbitrary expiration date imposed
- Structured application process with transparent requirements and fee structure
Worth Knowing
- Work is strictly not permitted — no paid employment allowed during the stay
- Must register with Federal Police within 90 days of arrival to maintain status
- Requires extensive documentation: medical reports, hospital acceptance, cost estimates
- Renewals contingent on demonstrating continued medical treatment necessity
- Fees are non-refundable even if visa application is subsequently denied
- Not available for organ transplant surgeries — excluded by health ministry regulations
- Work authorization explicitly prohibited throughout entire stay in Brazil
Application Process
Obtain acceptance letter
From Brazilian educational institution
Prepare documents
Gather all required documents
Complete visa application
Fill out visa application form
Submit to consulate
Apply at Brazilian embassy or consulate
Pay visa fee
Pay application fee
Receive visa
Visa valid for study duration
Register with Federal Police
Complete registration within 30 days if staying over 30 days
Application Forms
| Student Visa Application Form | — |
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