🇧🇷 Brazil · Humanitarian
Autorização de residência do imigrante reconhecido como beneficiário de proteção ao apátrida — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €35 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.gov.br/mj/pt-br/assuntos/seus-direitos/migracoes/autorizacao-de-residencia.
Frequently asked
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“"Comprovação de meios suficientes para custear o tratamento, por: a) recurso próprio; b) seguro de saúde válido no território nacional, que ofereça cobertura para o atendimento específico;"”
“"Certidões de antecedentes criminais ou documento equivalente emitido pela autoridade judicial competente de onde tenha residido nos últimos cinco anos;"”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-21.