Required documents

Passport

Must be valid for the entire duration of your stay (recommended: at least 6 months of remaining validity) and have at least one blank page for entry/exit stamps.

Visa for Brazil (e-visa)

Starting April 10, 2025, U.S. citizens must obtain a visa (or e-visa) to enter Brazil, even for tourism. The process is fully online through the official portal: gov.br

Migration form / Entry card

Upon arrival (or beforehand), travelers may be required to complete an entry/exit declaration form.

Proof of accommodation / address in Brazil

Bring your hotel reservation confirmation or invitation letter (if staying at a residence). Immigration officials may ask for it.

Return or onward ticket

Authorities may request proof that you will leave the country within the allowed period (usually 90 days).

Proof of financial means

You may be asked to show evidence that you can support yourself during your stay (bank statements, credit cards, etc.).

Travel insurance

Not mandatory in Brazil but strongly recommended, especially when visiting border areas.

Vaccines / Health

No vaccines are required for U.S. travelers to enter Brazil. Staying up to date with routine vaccinations is recommended. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is not required but may be requested when crossing into Paraguay.

Documents for minors

When traveling with minors, carry the child’s birth certificate and, if applicable, notarized parental authorization for travel.

Crossing into Argentina (Puerto Iguazú)

• Valid passport
• Some nationalities require a visa, but U.S. citizens do not need one for tourism
• If driving: U.S. driver’s license, vehicle registration, and Carta Verde insurance are mandatory

Crossing into Paraguay (Ciudad del Este)

• Valid passport
• U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourism
• Yellow fever vaccination may be requested
• If driving: vehicle registration, international insurance, and written authorization if the car isn’t yours.

Frequent border crossings

Always carry your passport and Brazilian visa. When crossing into Argentina or Paraguay, register your entry and exit at the respective border control points.

Length of stay

Tourists can stay in Brazil for up to 90 days, extendable once for another 90 days (a maximum of 180 days per year). Overstaying may result in fines and future entry restrictions.

Customs rules

When returning from shopping in Paraguay, respect the US$500 duty-free allowance per person when re-entering Brazil. Purchases above this limit must be declared and are subject to taxes.