The visa for this category of workers known as “digital nomads” is regulated by the National Immigration Council (CNIG), a collegiate body of the Ministry of Justice and Public Security of the Federal Government, enabling the granting of a temporary residence visa in Brazil for immigrants who prove that they have income received from a foreign employer due to activities that can be carried out virtually in Brazil.
The immigrant must prove that he/she receives a minimum monthly salary of USD 1.500,00 (one thousand five hundred US dollars) or availability of financial resources of USD 18.000,00 (eighteen thousand US dollars).
This type of visa does not allow the immigrant to be hired by companies based in Brazil while residing in national territory.
It will be valid for 1 (one) year and may be renewed for the same period.
Immigrants who are already in Brazilian territory and wish to apply for a residence permit under this type of visa must access the Ministry of Justice through the “Migranteweb” system. (migranteweb.mte.gov.br/migranteweb/loginCertificadoDigital.seam)
By publishing this resolution, Brazil joins the list of countries such as Portugal, Germany, Mexico, and Iceland that grant temporary residence to “digital nomads,” thus bringing economic boosts, in addition to the creation of new businesses/services and possible tax obligations.
Our team is available to clarify any questions regarding this resolution.
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