Brazil
Brazil Investor Residency
Residency · Active – Established statutory investor residence pathways.
Minimum
$30k
Timeline
Investor residence applications are subject to immigration review, investment verification and document assessment. An indicative planning period of 2–6 months may be used for advisory purposes, but official processing periods and appointment availability can vary significantly. Approval times are not guaranteed.
Stay
Real estate investors must spend at least 14 days in Brazil, consecutive or cumulative, every two years. Presence rules for other investor categories may differ.
Passport
N/A
Brazil offers several pathways to residency through real estate investment, business activities, qualifying innovation projects and remote work. Real estate residency starts from BRL 700,000 in the North and Northeast, while business investment starts from BRL 150,000 for eligible innovation projects. Digital nomads can also apply without making a local investment, provided they demonstrate foreign-source income of at least USD 1,500 per month or USD 18,000 in available funds. Residence validity, renewal conditions and physical presence requirements vary by route. Brazil offers opportunities for investors, entrepreneurs, remote professionals and families seeking a residence option in Latin America's largest economy.
- Real estate investment from BRL 700,000 (approx. USD 139,500) in North and Northeast Brazil
- Real estate investment from BRL 1,000,000 (approx. USD 199,300) nationwide
- Minimum physical presence of just 14 days every two years for property investors