# How to Apply Brazil Tourist Visa from Nepal 2026

> Complete 2026 guide to the Brazil tourist visa for Nepali passport holders — documents, fees, processing time, embassy contact in Kathmandu.

_Published: 2026-05-17 · Updated: 2026-05-17 · Reading time: 12 min · Words: 2735_

## TL;DR

Nepali passport holders travelling to Brazil on a tourist purpose typically apply for the Visitor Visa — Tourism (VIVIS) (90 days per visit, extendable for an additional 90 days at Polícia Federal — 180 days total within any 12-month period.). Processing runs 5–10 working days (state-department consultation can extend to 45–60 days). Apply online via SCI portal (formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br) → print and sign the receipt → email consular.katmandu@itamaraty.gov.br to book an in-person appointment → submit printed receipt + original documents at the Embassy in Kathmandu (Maharajgunj) Mon–Fri 10:00–13:00. Yatra concierge handles document review, appointment booking, and PNR-backed dummy tickets where needed.

## Key takeaways

- Visa class for Nepali tourist travel to Brazil: Visitor Visa — Tourism (VIVIS) (90 days per visit, extendable for an additional 90 days at Polícia Federal — 180 days total within any 12-month period.).
- Processing time: 5–10 working days (state-department consultation can extend to 45–60 days).. Apply with at least a 1-2 week buffer beyond this window.
- Fee: NPR 12,000.00 (consular fee, paid via bank voucher prepared by the Embassy after document review). Visa fee is non-refundable..
- Embassy contact: Embassy of Brazil — Kathmandu (direct consular jurisdiction over Nepal) — Chundevi Marg, House no. 155, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal · P.O. Box 19299, Kathmandu.
- Yatra concierge: document review + appointment booking + PNR-backed dummy tickets (NPR 999) accepted by most embassies as proof of onward travel.

**For Nepali tourist travel to Brazil, the application flow runs: confirm visa class, gather documents per the embassy checklist, submit (online or at the application centre in Kathmandu), pay the fee, biometrics if required, and collect the passport on issue. The class you apply under is <strong>Visitor Visa — Tourism (VIVIS)</strong> (valid up to <strong>90 days per visit, extendable for an additional 90 days at Polícia Federal — 180 days total within any 12-month period.</strong>). Processing typically takes <strong>5–10 working days (state-department consultation can extend to 45–60 days).</strong>. Submission: Apply online via SCI portal (formulario-mre. Yatra concierge handles end-to-end submission so the document back-and-forth is removed.**

## Article

### Step-by-step Brazil tourist visa application
- Confirm visa class. For Nepali tourist travel to Brazil, the class is the Visitor Visa — Tourism (VIVIS).
- Gather documents per the table below — passport, photos, financial proof, flight + hotel bookings, tourist-purpose letter.
- Submit via the embassy portal or application centre in Kathmandu.
- Pay the fee — embassy/government fee plus the application-centre service charge.
- Biometrics if the class requires them (sticker visas typically do; e-visas typically do not).
- Collect the passport on issue — by courier or in person at the centre.
Each step is a checkpoint. Getting one wrong (wrong fee bracket, photo not to spec, missing letter) restarts the clock — fix the failure at the source rather than in re-submission.

### Quick facts

Visa typeVisitor Visa — Tourism (VIVIS)Stay duration90 days per visit, extendable for an additional 90 days at Polícia Federal — 180 days total within any 12-month period.ValidityUp to 10 years multi-entry for repeat travellers with clean immigration history; first-time applicants typically receive 90 days–3 years.EntriesSingle or Multiple (Consular Section discretion based on profile).Embassy feeNPR 12,000.00 (consular fee, paid via bank voucher prepared by the Embassy after document review). Visa fee is non-refundable.Processing time5–10 working days (state-department consultation can extend to 45–60 days).Financial requirementBank statements for the LAST 6 MONTHS demonstrating sufficient funds for the trip (rule of thumb: NPR-equivalent of USD 100/day of stay, plus return ticket cost). Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.Embassy / centreEmbassy of Brazil — Kathmandu (direct consular jurisdiction over Nepal)Address (Kathmandu)Chundevi Marg, House no. 155, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal · P.O. Box 19299, KathmanduHoursEmbassy: Mon–Thu 09:00–17:00, Fri 09:00–13:00. Consular Section (visa intake): Mon–Fri 10:00–13:00. Closed on Nepali public holidays + 7 September (Brazilian National Day).Online portalhttps://formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br (SCI / Sistema Consular Integrado — mandatory online application portal for ALL Brazilian visa categories) · https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/assuntos/portal-consular/sistema-e-consular (e-Consular system index) · https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-katmandu (Embassy of Brazil in Kathmandu — local instructions in English/Portuguese)Last verified2026-05-05

### Important notes for Nepali applicants

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.

- All visa documentation MUST be submitted to the Consular Section in Portuguese, English, or Spanish. Nepali-language documents must be translated and notarised before submission. Bilingual documents (e.g. English/Nepali) may be accepted on case-by-case analysis if the essential information appears in both languages.

- Nepali ordinary passport holders MUST apply for a paper visa to enter Brazil. Brazil does NOT issue eVisas for Nepal — the eVisa pilot announced in April 2025 covers ONLY tourists from AU/CA/US (no Nepal). Visa-waiver agreements with 90+ countries do NOT include Nepal.

- The Embassy of Brazil in Kathmandu (Chundevi Marg, Maharajgunj) is the ONLY Brazilian intake and adjudication post for Nepali residents — there is NO VFS partner, NO honorary consulate, and NO courier-only route. Applicants must appear in person for document submission; appointments are booked via email consular.katmandu@itamaraty.gov.br.

- Documents issued OUTSIDE Nepal must be Hague-apostilled OR notarised by the Brazilian Consular Section in the country of origin (e.g. for a UK-issued document, get it apostilled by the FCDO Legalisation Office or notarised by Embassy of Brazil in London). Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued public documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA on/after that date are accepted by Brazil without further legalisation.

- Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (with International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis — ICVP) is recommended for ALL travellers and may be requested at the Brazilian border, especially after travel through yellow-fever-risk countries. Nepal is not on the risk list, but stopovers in Africa / South America transit countries trigger the ICVP requirement.

### Documents required for the Brazil tourist visa

The embassy reviewer in Kathmandu checks the file in this order. Prepare each item to the specification before booking the appointment — the application is non-refundable on rejection.

DocumentRequiredNotesOriginal Nepali passport (6+ months validity beyond intended stay, 2+ blank pages for stamps and visa)YesSoiled, damaged, or defaced passports may be refused at the Consular Section's discretion.One recent passport-size photo (3×4 or 5×7 cm), colour, front view, full face, white backgroundYesSnapshots and digital prints will not be accepted — use a professional studio photo following ICAO standards (no headgear except for religious reasons, no tinted lenses, neutral expression, eyes open and visible).Online SCI application + signed printed receiptYesGenerated at formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br after captcha + form completion. Glue the same printed photo onto the corresponding field of the receipt.Confirmed return / onward airline e-ticketYesContaining passenger name, flight numbers, and arrival/departure dates.Detailed itinerary + hotel bookings for the full stayYesBooking statement from a recognised travel agency addressed to the Brazilian Embassy is preferred for first-time applicants.Bank statement (last 6 months)YesOriginal, signed and stamped on every page by the bank — covering 6 consecutive months ending within 30 days of submission.Employment certificate from current employerYesOn letterhead, signed and stamped — stating date of hiring, occupation, monthly earnings, and confirming sanctioned leave for the trip dates. If on annual leave: a separate letter from employer / school / university stating reason and length of absence.Sponsorship Letter from Brazilian host (if sponsored)RecommendedORIGINAL only — in Portuguese, signed and stamped with Cartório (Brazilian Notary Public) seal. Must include host's full name, address, CPF, relationship to applicant, purpose + duration of visit, and Declaration of Responsibility for accommodation / food / medical / all expenses. Courier the original to Kathmandu — email scans NOT accepted.Travel insurance covering the full tripRecommendedRecommended; occasionally requested for elderly applicants or long stays.Yellow Fever ICVP (International Certificate of Vaccination)RecommendedRequired only if travelling via a yellow-fever-risk country (most of sub-Saharan Africa + parts of South America). Vaccination available at IOM Kathmandu / Norvic / CIWEC.ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / RentalYesSubmit the bundle that matches your active income source — see per-bundle breakdown below.Income Details &amp; Supporting Documents (For Visa Application)YesImportant Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.1. Business IncomeRecommendedApplicants involved in business must submit the following:PAN CertificateYesPermanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).Business Registration CertificateYesSubmit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable)RecommendedSector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.Latest Audit ReportYesSigned by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.Tax Clearance CertificateYesIssued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.2. Salary-Based IncomeRecommendedApplicants who are employed must provide:Salary Certificate / Salary LetterYesOn employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.Leave Approval LetterYesConfirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employerYesConfirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statementsYesEither personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.3. Pension IncomeRecommendedApplicants receiving pension must submit:Pension Certificate (Pension Patta)YesOriginal Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.Company ID Card (if available)RecommendedPhotocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).Recent Pension Bank StatementYesLast 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from BankYesOn bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.4. Rental IncomeRecommendedApplicants earning rental income must provide:Land Ownership CertificateYesOriginal + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.Building Completion CertificateYesIssued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.Land and Building Tax Payment CertificateYesLatest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

### How to apply for the Brazil tourist visa from Nepal

Apply online via SCI portal (formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br) → print and sign the receipt → email consular.katmandu@itamaraty.gov.br to book an in-person appointment → submit printed receipt + original documents at the Embassy in Kathmandu (Maharajgunj) Mon–Fri 10:00–13:00.

- Check eligibility against the criteria above and confirm the visa class is correct for your travel purpose.

- Prepare the document file per the table above. Use a Nepal Bar Council-registered translator + notary for any Nepali-language original (employer letter, property docs, citizenship copy back-translation).

- Book the appointment at https://formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br (SCI / Sistema Consular Integrado — mandatory online application portal for ALL Brazilian visa categories) · https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/assuntos/portal-consular/sistema-e-consular (e-Consular system index) · https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-katmandu (Embassy of Brazil in Kathmandu — local instructions in English/Portuguese) — slots fill quickly during peak windows.

- Submit in person at Embassy of Brazil — Kathmandu (direct consular jurisdiction over Nepal) (Chundevi Marg, House no. 155, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal · P.O. Box 19299, Kathmandu). Arrive 15 minutes early.

- Pay the fee (Visa fee paid via bank voucher prepared by the Consular Section AFTER document review (not at the time of online form submission). Tourist / Business visa fee: NPR 12,000.00. Bank voucher must be deposited at the bank branch indicated by the Embassy and the original receipt returned with the printed application. Visa fees are NOT refundable, regardless of approval / refusal.).

- Provide biometrics if requested (mandatory for sticker classes; e-visa classes typically do not require them).

- Track and collect — most embassies provide a tracking reference. E-visas arrive by email; sticker visas return by courier or in-person collection.

### What Yatra handles for Brazil tourist visa applications

- Document checklist tailored to the tourist purpose — exactly what the Brazil embassy requires for Nepali files in this class.

- Pre-submission review — we catch the documentation-gap rejections (wrong photo spec, missing translation, weak cover letter) before the file enters the queue.

- Appointment booking at Embassy of Brazil — Kathmandu (direct consular jurisdiction over Nepal) in Kathmandu.

- PNR-backed dummy tickets at NPR 999 — accepted by most embassies as proof of onward travel so you can apply before paying for non-refundable flights. Available at yatraforfun.com/dummy-ticket.

- Re-application support — if rejected, the Yatra service fee is waived on the second submission (you re-pay the embassy fee, which is non-refundable on either attempt).

### Common mistakes Nepali applicants make on the Brazil tourist visa

The five mistakes below account for the majority of preventable rejections we see on Nepal-BR files. None of them are about the embassy being difficult — every one is fixable with a 30-minute pre-submission review.

- Photograph not to the embassy specification. Most Brazil missions reject photos that fall outside the exact dimensions (typically 35x45mm or 51x51mm), have a non-white background, show ears partially covered, or were taken more than 6 months ago. Use a photo studio in Kathmandu (Bagbazar / Putalisadak / Naxal) that knows the Brazil embassy spec — pay the extra NPR 200 for a fresh, compliant set rather than reusing an old printout.

- Bank balance pumped up the week before submission. Embassy reviewers read the 6-month statement, not the closing balance. A sudden NPR 5,00,000 deposit two weeks before submission with no salary or business inflow history flags as manufactured. Maintain a steady balance in line with declared income; if the funds are genuinely sponsored, attach the sponsor's 6-month statement and an undertaking letter rather than depositing into your own account.

- Untranslated Nepali documents. Every Nepali-language document submitted to a Brazil mission must be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — citizenship card, employer letter on Nepali letterhead, lalpurja (land deed), municipality registration, audit reports. Use a Nepal Bar Council-registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public; embassies routinely return files with raw Nepali originals.

- Cover letter that contradicts the booking dates. If the cover letter says you are travelling 12-25 Oct but the flight booking shows 14-22 Oct, the file gets returned for clarification. Re-read the cover letter against every attached booking before submission — dates, accommodation address, sponsor name, and total stay must match across all documents.

- Hotel booking that allows free cancellation but no payment proof. Brazil embassies increasingly recognise the "book a refundable hotel just for the visa, cancel after approval" pattern. A confirmation showing prepayment (or at minimum a non-zero deposit) carries far more weight than a free-cancellation booking. If you genuinely need flexibility, attach the booking plus a covering note explaining your itinerary contingencies — silence reads as deception.

### After approval — the pre-departure checklist for Brazil

Visa in passport is not the end of the work. Carry the following on the day of travel — Nepali passport holders are routinely secondary-screened at the entry port for Brazil, and producing the right paperwork at immigration shortens the inspection from 30 minutes to 3.

- Printed visa or e-visa PDF — never rely solely on the digital copy on your phone. Carry one printed copy in your hand baggage and a backup in checked baggage.

- Confirmed return ticket in your name — Brazil immigration may ask to see the onward flight at arrival, especially for tourist and visit classes.

- Hotel confirmation for the first 3 nights minimum, with the address printed in the local language where applicable. Immigration officers ask "where are you staying" and a vague answer triggers secondary screening.

- Travel insurance certificate — increasingly mandatory at the entry port even when the visa was approved without it.

- Cash in destination currency equivalent to at least USD 100/day for the first 3 days — immigration occasionally asks "show me funds" and a card or e-wallet does not always satisfy.

- Yatra concierge contact — if you booked through Yatra, save our 24/7 number (+977 970-9066517) for any visa or entry-port issue. We have helped Nepali travellers re-enter Brazil after secondary-screening flags more than 200 times in the last two years.

### Brazil embassy and visa centre contact in Kathmandu

Embassy of Brazil — Kathmandu (direct consular jurisdiction over Nepal)Chundevi Marg, House no. 155, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal · P.O. Box 19299, Kathmandu
Phone+977 1 4721462, +977 1 4721463
Emailconsular.katmandu@itamaraty.gov.br, brasemb.katmandu@itamaraty.gov.br
HoursEmbassy: Mon–Thu 09:00–17:00, Fri 09:00–13:00. Consular Section (visa intake): Mon–Fri 10:00–13:00. Closed on Nepali public holidays + 7 September (Brazilian National Day).
Websitehttps://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-katmandu

### Related Yatra resources

- Brazil visa overview for Nepali citizens — embassy contact + concierge page.

- Visa eligibility checker — answer 4 questions; we tell you which class fits.

- PNR-backed dummy tickets (NPR 999) — accepted by most embassies as proof of onward travel.

- PNR-backed hotel bookings — refundable confirmations for visa submission.

- Yatra visa concierge — all 60+ destinations for Nepali citizens.

- All Yatra visa &amp; travel guides — country, type, and process-specific articles.

- Same Brazil visa, different angle: requirements &amp; fee

- New Zealand tourist visa — sibling country guide for comparison.

- Mexico tourist visa — another sibling Nepali-passport guide.

- Flight bookings to Brazil — once your visa lands, book direct.

- Hotel deals in Brazil — Yatra-verified rates with free cancellation.

- About Yatra For Fun — Founder Sandeep Kumar Chaudhary Chaudhary, 10+ years processing Nepali visas.

### Sources and freshness

This guide is curated from the official Embassy of Brazil — Kathmandu (direct consular jurisdiction over Nepal) portal and the application centre. Embassy data was last verified on 2026-05-05 and this post was last refreshed on 2026-05-12. Visa fees and processing times shift one to two times a year — re-check the embassy portal four weeks before travel.

## FAQ

### Do Nepali citizens need a visa for tourist travel to Brazil?

Yes. Nepali passport holders travelling to Brazil on a tourist purpose apply for the <strong>Visitor Visa — Tourism (VIVIS)</strong>, valid for 90 days per visit, extendable for an additional 90 days at Polícia Federal — 180 days total within any 12-month period.. Submit through Embassy of Brazil — Kathmandu (direct consular jurisdiction over Nepal) in Kathmandu.

### How long does the Brazil Visitor Visa — Tourism (VIVIS) take to process for Nepali applicants?

Processing typically runs <strong>5–10 working days (state-department consultation can extend to 45–60 days).</strong> after biometric submission. Apply 4-6 weeks before travel for sticker visas and 1 week for e-visas to absorb embassy backlog.

### What is the fee for the Brazil Visitor Visa — Tourism (VIVIS)?

Embassy/government fee: <strong>NPR 12,000.00 (consular fee, paid via bank voucher prepared by the Embassy after document review). Visa fee is non-refundable.</strong>. Application centres add a service charge on top, paid in NPR at the centre. Fees are non-refundable on rejection.

### What documents are required for a Brazil tourist visa from Nepal?

Core documents: Original Nepali passport (6+ months validity beyond intended stay, 2+ blank pages for stamps and visa), One recent passport-size photo (3×4 or 5×7 cm), colour, front view, full face, white background, Online SCI application + signed printed receipt, Confirmed return / onward airline e-ticket, Detailed itinerary + hotel bookings for the full stay. Specifics vary by visa subtype — see the full checklist on this page.

### Can Yatra help with my Brazil tourist visa application?

Yes. Yatra's visa concierge handles the document checklist, appointment booking at the Brazil embassy or visa centre in Kathmandu, pre-submission review (catches the documentation-gap rejections), and PNR-backed dummy tickets at NPR 999 where embassies require proof of onward travel before flight purchase. Service fee is disclosed up front; the second-attempt service fee is waived on rejection.

### Where is the Brazil embassy or visa application centre in Nepal?

Embassy of Brazil — Kathmandu (direct consular jurisdiction over Nepal) at Chundevi Marg, House no. 155, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal · P.O. Box 19299, Kathmandu. Hours: Embassy: Mon–Thu 09:00–17:00, Fri 09:00–13:00. Consular Section (visa intake): Mon–Fri 10:00–13:00. Closed on Nepali public holidays + 7 September (Brazilian National Day).. Phone: +977 1 4721462.

### Is the Brazil tourist visa easy to get for Nepali applicants?

Approval rates depend on the visa class and your documentation. Visitor Visa — Tourism (VIVIS) for Nepali applicants is approved consistently when the file shows clean financials, ties to Nepal, and a purpose-specific cover letter. The 30%-or-so rejection rate clusters around documentation gaps that a pre-submission review fixes — Yatra's visa concierge runs that review as part of the standard service.

### When is the best time to apply for a Brazil tourist visa from Nepal?

Apply 4-6 weeks before travel for sticker visas and at least 1 week for e-visas. Avoid the embassy peak windows: May-August for Schengen-class missions, December for Saudi/UAE, and the destination's own school-holiday peaks. Yatra concierge tracks Kathmandu appointment availability across Embassy of Brazil — Kathmandu (direct consular jurisdiction over Nepal) daily.

### What bank balance is required for the Brazil tourist visa for Nepali citizens?

Embassy reviewers look for a visible balance of at least <strong>trip cost × 1.5</strong> across the last 3-6 months of statements — not a lump-sum deposit a week before submission. For a 10-day European trip costing roughly NPR 3,00,000, that's NPR 4,50,000+ available consistently. Sponsor-supported applicants should attach the sponsor's 6-month statement plus an undertaking letter rather than depositing into their own account.

### What happens after the Brazil tourist visa is approved?

Carry a printed visa or e-visa PDF, confirmed return ticket, hotel confirmation for the first 3 nights, travel insurance certificate, and USD 100/day cash equivalent in destination currency. Brazil immigration commonly secondary-screens Nepali passport holders at arrival; producing the right paperwork shortens inspection from 30 minutes to 3. Save Yatra's 24/7 concierge number (+977 970-9066517) for entry-port issues.

## Sources

1. [Yatra — Brazil visa for Nepali citizens](https://yatraforfun.com/visa/brazil)
2. [Embassy of Brazil — Kathmandu (direct consular jurisdiction over Nepal) — official site](https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-katmandu)
3. [Brazil visa application portal](https://formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br (SCI / Sistema Consular Integrado — mandatory online application portal for ALL Brazilian visa categories) · https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/assuntos/portal-consular/sistema-e-consular (e-Consular system index) · https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-katmandu (Embassy of Brazil in Kathmandu — local instructions in English/Portuguese))
4. [Embassy reference: www.gov.br](https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-katmandu — Embassy of Brazil in Kathmandu (official MRE / Itamaraty page; visa-fee, document list, processing time, sponsorship-letter requirements scraped 2026-05-04))
5. [Embassy reference: formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br — SCI ](https://formulario-mre.serpro.gov.br — SCI / Sistema Consular Integrado (universal online application portal for all Brazilian visa categories))
6. [Embassy reference: www.gov.br](https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/assuntos/portal-consular/sistema-e-consular — e-Consular system index)