According to Normativa 60, a law that passed in October 2004, any foreigner can get a permanent Brazilian visa by investing at least US$ 50,000 in a new or already formed company.
Unlike a lot of people think, you don't need to have brazilian employees hired in a determined amout of time. That rule only applies if you invest less than US$ 50,000.
After 4 years, in some cases even faster, of residency in Brazil you and your family can apply for citizenship and passports. In addition you do NOT have to remain in Brazil during your residency. You can visit for as little as a few days every two years.
If you are single, a Brazilian Citizenship and Passport is possible after only one year of marriage to a Brazilian citizen.
Requirements to become a citizen are time in country as stated above and must be able to speak a reasonable amount of Portuguese. There are no further requirements.
No personal appearance in Brazil is required for visa processing. All your documents can be sent to our offices and the process can be completed in 45 days. You will pick up the visa at the Brazilian embassy or consulate in your home country and then you will enter Ceará Brazil with the "Foreign Investor Status".
A retired foreigner, over 50, who will transfer to Brazil the monthly equivalent of at least US$ 2,000. There is no limit to the number of dependents who may also receive permanent residence visas, but the main applicant must provide proof that they are genuine dependent relatives, as defined in Brazilian law - see Res. 4 of the CNI (National Immigration Council).
The main applicant must prove he has a pension of at least US$ 2,000 a month. This will entitle him to visas for himself and two dependents. The applicant must demonstrate an additional US$ 1,000/month for each additional dependent, over and above the two already mentioned, and must supply, amongst other things:
A statement from the foreign agency responsible for paying his retirement pension, informing the total monthly sum of the benefit; A bank declaration authorizing monthly transfer of at least US$ 2,000.
Marriage to a Brazilian citizen, this case is covered by a resolution of the National Immigration Council. A permanent residence visa is granted to foreigners married to Brazilian citizens. Application is made to the Ministry of Justice (normally via regional Federal Police offices, which represent the ministry at a State level) or to a Brazilian consulate abroad. Evidence (e.g. marriage certificate, statement from witnesses) should be presented of the matrimonial union. Immigration officials will effect a surprise visit to the couple's home to make sure that the relationship is not a "marriage of convenience" that has the principal purpose of fraudulently obtaining a residence visa.
Also with all other legal aspects we can help you.
Immigration to Brazil could be tough and lengthy process if you are not familiar with the laws and regulations. It is further complicated by the fact that the immigration authorities in Brazil barely speak English and all instructions are in Portuguese.
If you plan to immigrate to Brazil you may wish to contact us for consultation where
we be able to provide with professional advice on your chances and opportunities and explain in great details the necessary steps to be taken.
Our international team give the personalized service that our clients deserve when there is a emergency. Our bi-lingual staff will be pleased to help with all your enquiries in English, Dutch, German and Portuguese.
