Brazil

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.

Published requirement

$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.