Brazil · Digital Nomad Visa

Digital Nomad Visa

Official name Visto Temporário para Nômade Digital (Digital Nomad Visa)

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-21 · Our methodology
4/10 diff
Moderate

Digital nomad / remote worker visa created by CNIg Resolução Normativa 45/2021 (modified by RN 47/2022). Foreign remote …

Min income
€1,308/mo
Processing
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Not required
Direct answer

Digital nomad / remote worker visa created by CNIg Resolução Normativa 45/2021 (modified by RN 47/2022). Foreign remote worker employed by NON-Brazilian company OR self-employed providing services to NON-Brazilian clients. Requirements: (a) employment/service contract with foreign entity, (b) minimum monthly income US$ 1.500 OR bank balance US$ 18.000, (c) health insurance valid in Brazil, (d) clean criminal record. 1-year initial visa, renewable 1× to total 2 years. Does NOT lead to PR directly.

At a Glance

Visa Duration
12 months
Processing Time
Min Income
€1,308/mo
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
4/10 — Moderate

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18–65
Job Offer RequiredNo
Sponsorship RequiredNo
Health Insurance RequiredYes

Financial Requirements

ItemAmount
Minimum Income€1,308/mo
Minimum Savings€15,696

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

São Paulo
Single (monthly)€950
Family (monthly)€2,000
Rent 1BR (center)€500
Groceries€238
Transport pass€57
Rio de Janeiro
Single (monthly)€870
Family (monthly)€1,800
Rent 1BR (center)€450
Groceries€218
Transport pass€52
City1
Single (monthly)€774
Family (monthly)€1,616
Rent 1BR (center)€294
Groceries€194
Transport pass€46
City2
Single (monthly)€774
Family (monthly)€1,616
Rent 1BR (center)€294
Groceries€194
Transport pass€46
City3
Single (monthly)€774
Family (monthly)€1,616
Rent 1BR (center)€294
Groceries€194
Transport pass€46
Sao Paulo
Single (monthly)€774
Family (monthly)€1,616
Rent 1BR (center)€294
Groceries€194
Transport pass€46
Florianopolis
Single (monthly)€774
Family (monthly)€1,616
Rent 1BR (center)€294
Groceries€194
Transport pass€46

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Visto Temporário para Nômade Digital (Digital Nomad Visa)?

Digital nomad / remote worker visa created by CNIg Resolução Normativa 45/2021 (modified by RN 47/2022). Foreign remote worker employed by NON-Brazilian company OR self-employed providing services to NON-Brazilian clients. Requirements: (a) employment/service contract with foreign entity, (b) minimum monthly income US$ 1.500 OR bank balance US$ 18.000, (c) health insurance valid in Brazil, (d) clean criminal record. 1-year initial visa, renewable 1× to total 2 years. Does NOT lead to PR directly.

What are the financial requirements for the Visto Temporário para Nômade Digital (Digital Nomad Visa)?

Applicants need minimum income of €1,308/mo, minimum savings of €15,696. Additional costs may include relocation expenses, insurance, and document attestation.

Can the Visto Temporário para Nômade Digital (Digital Nomad Visa) lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Brazil?

Yes. Brazil offers 14 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Brazil country page.

What is the cost of living in Brazil?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: São Paulo: €950/mo; Rio de Janeiro: €870/mo; City1: €774/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-21 · See our methodology

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