For transitory travel to the United States, including tourism, temporary employment, study, and exchange, nonimmigrant visas are necessary. A visa is required for all Brazilian nationals to enter the United States, including transit passengers who are making an international connection. However, tourists who are eligible for dual nationality may be able to enter without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program by using their non-Brazilian passport. Please visit our official Visa Appointment Service website to obtain additional information regarding the various categories of nonimmigrant visas and the process of initiating the visa application. The appropriate visa category must be applied for in accordance with the objective of your travel to the United States. Fulbright Scholars or Participants in Other U.S. Government-sponsored Programs If participants are enrolled in a U.S. Department of State, a U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), or a U.S. Government-funded educational and cultural exchange program with a program serial number beginning with G-1, G-2, G-3, or G-7, they are not obligated to pay the visa application processing fees. This exemption applies to Fulbright Scholars and other U.S. Government-sponsored Exchange Visitor (J) Visa applicants, as well as their dependents.
SUBMIT A VISA APPLICATION
It is the responsibility of each applicant to ascertain whether or not a visa charge is necessary. The applicant should contact the visa section to request specific information on how to initiate the visa application process if they believe they may be eligible to do so without paying the MRV (application) fee. To reach the visa section, navigate to our Visa Navigator and select the "Other Issues (Nonimmigrant Visa)" option. How to Begin the DS-160 Application Form – The barcode on your confirmation page should be printed. Separate DS-160s must be completed by each family member. Tip: Remember to retain the application ID and the response to your security question. You will require them in order to access your DS-160 at a later time. You are accountable for ensuring that all information is accurate and genuine. Website for the Visa Appointment Service - Schedule your appointments and pay the fee. You will also be able to choose a return option for your passport after it has been processed.
Visa Appointments Some visa applicants are required to schedule
an appointment at our Applicant Service Center (ASC) for a digital photo and biometrics. At the U.S. Consulate General in Porto Alegre and Recife, applicants will be able to complete both the biometrics procedure and the visa interview during a single appointment. First-time visa applicants between the ages of 14 and 79 are required to schedule two appointments: the first appointment is at the Applicant Service Center (ASC), and the second appointment is at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Applicants are required to gather the necessary documentation for their intended purpose of travel prior to their appointments. Kindly consult the page containing the necessary documents. Interview Waiver You may be eligible to renew your visa without an in-person interview if you currently possess a valid U.S. visa or if your visa expired within the past 48 months. Applicants who are under the age of 14 or over the age of 79 may also be eligible to apply for a visa without performing an in-person interview.
The ASC application process includes questions that will determine your eligibility for the interview waiver application procedure. General Requirements for Eligibility Be a Brazilian citizen or a permanent resident who is currently in Brazil. Be between the ages of 15 and 80 and possess a legitimate U.S. visa, or a visa that has expired within the past 48 months, or be under the age of 14 or over the age of 79. Your previous visa was not lost, stolen, cancelled, or revoked. Your most recent application for a visa to the United States was not rejected. You have never been denied entry to the United States, deported from, or arrested for an offense. Please be advised that the consular officer will ascertain your eligibility for a visa. You may be requested to participate in an interview if additional information is necessary. Begin the visa application process as soon as possible to prevent travel delays. Do not finalize your travel arrangements until the visa has been approved and transmitted. Appointment for an Express Interview When you request an expedited appointment, you will be presented with a list of acceptable circumstances, including the demise of an immediate relative, a severe illness, or urgent medical treatment in the United States.
To request an expedited appointment
first schedule a regular appointment on the nearest available date. Next, log in to your account, click "Continue," select "Request Expedite," and adhere to the prompts. At their discretion, the consular section provides expedited consultations. Important Notice: Visa applicants and U.S. citizens are prohibited from entering the Embassy or Consulates with cell phones and other electronic devices, including but not limited to smartwatches, activity monitoring devices (such as Fitbits), tablets, laptops, and other recording devices, for security reasons. Additionally, liquids and beverages are prohibited (with the exception of applicants with infants who require a bottle). Additionally, bags are prohibited, with the exception of a single compact purse or equivalent. A comprehensive inquiry is conducted on all visitors and items that are brought into the Embassy or Consulates. The Embassy and the Consulates do not possess storage facilities for these items. We strongly advise our clients to refrain from bringing these devices when they visit the Embassy or Consulates to conduct business. If you are compelled to transport these devices, there are private companies that offer storage facilities for a fee. The U.S. government does not sanction or otherwise affiliate with these entities, and the U.S. government assumes no responsibility for devices that are left in their care.
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