It is to be noted that the Embassy of Brazil does not give any information on visa status. However, the same can be checked online by visiting the following link: http://www.ebi.modulusweb.com/
The Tourist Visa is given for the following categories:

• For Tourism purpose (sightseeing, vacations, etc.)
• For Seminars / Conferences (if participating without pay).
• For any Sports Competitions (if the applicant is participating without pay / prize money and no entry tickets are sold).
• For Art Contests (if the applicant is participating without pay / prize money and no entry tickets are sold).
• For families of seafarers joining ship.
• For short term Rotary exchange (not above 2 to 3 months).

For Cruise Travelers.
The Applicant's passport should have a validity of six months from the intended arrival date in Brazil. The passport should also have one blank page available along with the photocopies of the first two pages and last page of the passport.
It is to be noted that the Embassy no longer accept the physically filled visa application forms. Thus, the Applicant is required to complete the "Online Visa Application Form" by visiting the following link: scedv.serpro.gov.br
Post filling the online form one should take its printout (back to back). The duly filled printout of the application form should be signed by the Applicant only. The photo should also be pasted in the specified space. (Parents must sign for minors under 18 years old).
One latest photograph (5cm x 4cm) with good quality, front view, white background and all facial features should be clearly visible, needs to be submitted. (Snapshots, computer pictures and touched up photographs will not be accepted.)
The applicant should submit a covering letter addressing to the Embassy mentioning details of the proposed trip.
A letter from the organization who will be sponsoring the trip is to be attached along with the application (if any).
Applicant should submit the proof of financial capability to pay for his / her stay in Brazil such as copy of international credit card with proof of credit limit / foreign exchange endorsed on the passport etc.
Income Tax returns statements of past three years.
Bank statements of past six months.
Applicant should attach a copy of the round-trip ticket or a pre-booked itinerary mentioning travel to and from Brazil, confirming purchase of the ticket and passenger's name, itinerary, flight number and arrival / departure dates along with PNR number.
It should be noted that all letters obtained to the Embassy from India and / or Brazil ought to have the name, designation, department and contact number below the signature of the Authorized signatory.
All documents / documentary communications from India addressed to the Embassy should be submitted in original only.
Applicants are advised to get the international vaccination certificates that are required when returning to their country of origin, such as "yellow fever".
Applicant need to attach photocopies of any previous Brazilian Visas (if any) with the application form.
The Embassy does not process same day visas. The visa processing time can take up to 3 to 4 working days.
Once issued, Visas must be used within 90 days from the date of issuance or they become void and else, the applicant should apply for multiple entry visa that will enable multiple entries during the period.
Issued visas are officially valid from the date of first entry in Brazil.
The Embassy can ask for any request additional information / documentation, if it seems necessary.
If the visa application is submitted through a Travel Agent or an Authorized Representative, then the additional consular fee is charged.
The visa processing time can take up to 7 to 9 days.
Minors (under 18 years of age) are required to submit the following documents, apart from the General Requirements.
Original birth certificate and its copy. The Copies submitted without the original birth certificate must be attested by any authorized signatory.
A notarized letter of consent, duly signed by the parent, or by both parents if the minor is traveling alone. However, if the minor is traveling with both parents this letter is not necessary but both of them need to sign the visa application form and all names appear on the itinerary and both parents are applying for the visa at the same time.
The documentary proof of immunization record for polio for children between ages of three months and six years needs to be attached. If the child cannot be immunized one should bring a notarized letter from the child's physician.
For Non Indian Citizens the following documents are required to be submitted besides the General Requirements.
Non Indian Citizens' presence is mandatory and they should also submit a copy of the Indian Residential Permit for foreign residents and / or a valid document to return from Brazil to India or to any another country.
For Academic Seminars / Conferences / Congress the following documents are required to be submitted besides the General Requirements:
The applicant should submit a letter from the organization who will be sponsoring his / her trip.
The applicant should submit the signed invitation letter from the organizers mentioning the following: a) Details of the proposed visit of the applicant, b) Details if the applicant wills receive any monetary benefits. For Amateur Athletes / Participants of Art Contests the following documents are required to be submitted besides the General Requirements:
The applicant need to submit the signed invitation letter from the organizers of the competition / contests, mentioning exact information on:a) The activity to be performed; b) Location and duration of the activity / event; c) If he prize money (if any) is from Brazilian sources or not; d) If there will be sale of entry tickets / passes for the event; e) Any monetary benefits that the applicant may receive; f) Responsibility to see that the applicant returns back to India.
For Sea Farers Families / Supernumeraries the following documents are required to be submitted besides the General Requirements:
Applicant should submit a letter from the shipping company (as per format).
If the wife is travelling, then she should submit the copy of husband's passport.
A copy of husband's CDC with the relevant validity page.
A copy of husband's contract / assignment letter.
A copy of the Marriage certificate.
For Short Term Rotary Exchange Programme, the following documents are required to be submitted, besides the General Requirements:
The Letter from the Indian rotary mentioning details of the selection process and the confirmation of selection.
The Letter from Rotary in Brazil providing the details of Host family mentioning clearly that they would be responsible for the applicant while he / she is in Brazil and would ensure the applicant returns back to India after the programme.
For Cruise Travelers the following documents are required to be submitted, besides the General Requirements.
The applicant should attach the cruise ship's itinerary with his / her name clearly indicated and documented proof of payment.
The round-trip ticket to and from the cruise's port of the departure and arrival.
One should note that the Embassy of Brazil only accepts Visa Fees and other Consular / Legalization Fees in the form of Bank Draft, to be drawn in favour of: "Embassy of Brazil - Consular", payable in New Delhi
For Mumbai Consulate, the visa fee is to be paid in form of a Bank Draft in favour of "Consulate General of Brazil", payable in Mumbai. The bank drafts should be submitted as per the following manner:

a) A singular Bank Draft equivalent to the Visa Fee, if the Application is submitted by an applicant personally at the Embassy;
b) Two (2) separate Bank Drafts, one for the Visa Fee and the other towards the Processing Fee, if the Visa Application is applied through a third party.
Note:
One should bring the Bank Drafts for the processing, or handling fees, as applicable, along with the application form.
Please note that Embassy do not accept visa requests by mail. The application needs to be submitted in person / friend / relative or through an agency.

It is to be noted that the Embassy of Brazil does not give any information on visa status. However, the same can be checked online by visiting the following link: //ebi.modulusweb.com/
The Visa is issued for the following categories:

• For Travelers on business trips (prospective meetings, sales promotion, signing contracts, etc.)
• For Participating in Trade Fairs.
• For Media coverage or filming.
• For Flight / ship crewmembers not holding an international crew card
• For Adoption of a Brazilian child.

People related to the installation, service and / or repair of equipment or provision of any kind of technical assistance in Brazil don't qualify for a business visa. Instead, they need to get a Temporary Visa V (Work Permit).
The Applicant's passport should have a validity of six months from the intended arrival date in Brazil. The passport should also have one blank page available along with the photocopies of the first two pages and last page of the passport.
It is to be noted that the Embassy no longer accept the physically filled visa application forms. Thus, the Applicant is required to complete the "Online Visa Application Form" by visiting the following link: scedv.serpro.gov.br
Post filling the online form one should take its printout (back to back). The duly filled printout of the application form should be signed by the Applicant only. The photo should also be pasted in the specified space. (Parents must sign for minors under 18 years old).
One latest photograph (5cm x 4cm) with good quality, front view, white background and all facial features should be clearly visible, needs to be submitted. (Snapshots, computer pictures and touched up photographs will not be accepted.)
A letter from the Indian company (on its letter head) where the applicant is employed, mentioning his / her name and title, how long the employee has been working for the company, the purpose of visit with complete details of the proposed trip (with complete elaboration on business discussions) and that it presumes full responsibility regarding the applicants business pursuits and his / her expenses connected with the visit.
The Invitation letter from Brazil on the company letter head clearly mentioning:- a) Its registration number (CNPJ), b) The contact details of the company, and c) All the details of the proposed visit to Brazil, including the period of stay. The invitation letter should preferably be written in Portuguese.
A Letter of recommendation from the Chambers of Commerce / Export Promotion Council/Manufacturers Associations in India.
It should be noted that all letters obtained to the Embassy from India and / or Brazil ought to have the name, designation, department and contact number below the signature of the Authorized signatory.
A Xerox copy of the highest educational qualification of the passenger (applicant) / degree certificate.
Income Tax returns statements of past three years.
Bank statements for past six months.
Applicant should attach a copy of the round-trip ticket or a pre-booked itinerary mentioning travel to and from Brazil, confirming purchase of the ticket and passenger's name, itinerary, flight number and arrival / departure dates along with PNR number.
Applicants must obtain the international vaccination certificates which are required when returning to their country of origin, like the yellow fever.
One must note that the Business visa holders are not permitted to engage in any remunerative activity, provision of services, technical assistance either with or without a contract.
All Business visa holders can only stay in Brazil for up to 90 days, despite of nationality or duration of visa was issued. The Federal Police in Brazil can extend this 90-day period, but the stays in Brazil may not exceed 180 days per year from the date of first entry, under any circumstances.
Once issued, the Business Visas should be used in the period of 90 days from the date they were issued or they will become annulled.
All Visas are officially valid from the date of first entry in Brazil.
Applicant must attach photocopies of any previous Brazilian Visas (if any).
The requisite documents should not be considered all-inclusive for issuance of Business Visa. The Brazilian Visa Section reserves the right to apply additional requirements when they are deemed necessary.
All documents / documentary communications from India addressed to the Embassy should be submitted in original only.
All document photocopies presented must be clear, legible and valid.
If the visa application is submitted through a Travel Agent or an Authorized Representative, then the additional consular fee is charged.
The visa processing time can take up to 7 to 9 days.
The Embassy can ask for any request additional information / documentation, if it seems necessary.
For Non Indian Citizens the following documents are required to be submitted besides the General Requirements.
Non Indian Citizens' presence is mandatory and they should also submit a copy of the Indian Residential Permit for foreign residents and / or a valid document to return from Brazil to India or to any another country.
For Minors (under 18 years of age) the following documents are required to be submitted besides the General Requirements.
Original birth certificate and its copy. The Copies submitted without the original birth certificate must be attested by any authorized signatory.
A notarized letter of consent, duly signed by the parent, or by both parents if the minor is traveling alone. However, if the minor is traveling with both parents this letter is not necessary but both of them need to sign the visa application form and all names appear on the itinerary and both parents are applying for the visa at the same time.
The documentary proof of immunization record for polio for children between ages of three months and six years needs to be attached. If the child cannot be immunized one should bring a notarized letter from the child's physician.
For Filming of documentaries / Commercial / Publicity:

People applying for visa for filming of documentaries / commercial / publicity to Brazil should request the Brazilian partner to apply for a special authorization from the "Secretaria para o Desenvolvimento Audiovisual" of ANCINE (National Agency of Cinema), to be obtained directly by the Brazilian partner.
For Joining ship / flights in Brazil:

• Applicant should submit a letter from the shipping company (as per format given in the website)
• A copy of applicant's passport.
• A copy of CDC with the relevant validity page along with the original.
• A copy of contract / assignment letter.

For Participating in Trade Fairs:

The applicant needs to submit the proof of payment for participation
One should note that the Embassy of Brazil only accepts Visa Fees and other Consular / Legalization Fees in the form of Bank Draft, to be drawn in favour of: "Embassy of Brazil - Consular", payable in New Delhi
For Mumbai Consulate, the visa fee is to be paid in form of a Bank Draft in favour of "Consulate General of Brazil", payable in Mumbai.
The bank drafts should be submitted as per the following manner:
a) A singular Bank Draft equivalent to the Visa Fee, if the Application is submitted by an applicant personally at the Embassy;
b) Two (2) separate Bank Drafts, one for the Visa Fee and the other towards the Processing Fee, if the Visa Application is applied through a third party.

Note:

One should bring the Bank Drafts for the processing, or handling fees, as applicable, along with the application form.
Please note that Embassy do not accept visa requests by mail. The application needs to be submitted in person / friend / relative or through an agency.

It is to be noted that the Embassy of Brazil does not give any information on visa status. However, the same can be checked online by visiting the following link: //ebi.modulusweb.com/
In transit to another Country (passing via Brazil on the way to another country), an applicant needs a transit visa. However, a transit visa is not needed if the foreigner doesn't leave the international transit area of the Brazilian international airport and possess a confirmed onward ticket to a final destination in the third country.
The Applicant's passport should have a validity of six months from the intended arrival date in Brazil. The passport should also have one blank page available, along with the photocopies of the first two pages and last page of the passport.
It is to be noted that the Embassy no longer accept the physically filled-up visa application forms. Therefore, the Applicant need to fill the "Online Visa Application Form" by visiting the following link: //scedv.serpro.gov.br
After completely filling the online application form, one should take its printout (back to back). The duly filled printout of the application form should be signed by the Applicant only. The photo should be also be pasted in the specified space only. (Parents must sign for minors under 18 years old). One latest photograph (5cm x 4cm) in good quality, front view, with white background and all facial features should be clearly visible, needs to be submitted. (Snapshots, computer pictures and touched up photographs will not be accepted.)
The applicant should submit a covering letter addressing to the Embassy mentioning details of the proposed trip.
It should be noted that all letters obtained to the Embassy from India and / or Brazil ought to have the name, designation, department and contact number below the signature of the Authorized signatory.
The applicant should need to present valid visa for onward travel to the destination country.
Applicant should submit the proof of financial capability to pay for his / her stay in Brazil such as bank statements of past six months etc.
Applicant should attach a copy of the round-trip ticket or a pre-booked itinerary mentioning travel to and from Brazil, confirming purchase of the ticket and passenger's name, itinerary, flight number and arrival / departure dates along with PNR number.
Applicant need to attach photocopies of any previous Brazilian Visas (if any) with the application form.
Applicants are advised to get the international vaccination certificates that are required when returning to their country of origin, such as "yellow fever".
Visas are officially valid from the date of first entry in Brazil.
Once issued, the Visas should be used within 90 days from the date of issue otherwise, they will become invalid. The visas are good for single entry for the duration of the visa;.
The Embassy can ask for any request additional information / documentation, if it seems necessary.
The visa processing time can take up to 7 to 9 days.
For Non Indian Citizens the following documents are required to be submitted besides the General Requirements.
Non Indian Citizens' presence is mandatory and they should also submit a copy of the Indian Residential Permit for foreign residents and / or a valid document to return from Brazil to India or to any another country.
For Minors (under 18 years of age) the following documents are required to be submitted besides the General Requirements.
Original birth certificate and its copy. The Copies submitted without the original birth certificate must be attested by any authorized signatory.
A notarized letter of consent, duly signed by the parent, or by both parents if the minor is traveling alone. However, if the minor is traveling with both parents this letter is not necessary but both of them need to sign the visa application form and all names appear on the itinerary and both parents are applying for the visa at the same time.
The documentary proof of immunization record for polio for children between ages of three months and six years needs to be attached. If the child cannot be immunized one should bring a notarized letter from the child's physician.
One should note that the Embassy of Brazil only accepts Visa Fees and other Consular / Legalization Fees in the form of Bank Draft, to be drawn in favour of: "Embassy of Brazil - Consular", payable in New Delhi
For Mumbai Consulate, the visa fee is to be paid in form of a Bank Draft in favour of "Consulate General of Brazil", payable in Mumbai.
The bank drafts should be submitted as per the following manner:
a) A singular Bank Draft equivalent to the Visa Fee, if the Application is submitted by an applicant personally at the Embassy;
b) Two (2) separate Bank Drafts, one for the Visa Fee and the other towards the Processing Fee, if the Visa Application is applied through a third party.
Note:

One should bring the Bank Drafts for the processing, or handling fees, as applicable, along with the application form.
Please note that Embassy do not accept visa requests by mail. The application needs to be submitted in person / friend / relative or through an agency.

It is to be noted that the Embassy of Brazil does not give any information on visa status. However, the same can be checked online by visiting the following link: //ebi.modulusweb.com/
Who is eligible for this Visa:
For Scientists, Professors, Technicians, Teachers or professionals of other categories holding an employment contract with a Brazilian organization or corporation.
For Professionals traveling to provide service to the Brazilian Government.
For Business travelers if trip involves technical assistance of any nature in Brazil. The general activities include jobs contracted with a Brazilian company or individual, technical jobs and / or training performed at an associate company in Brazil, franchise operation activities, evaluation and/or repair of any equipment installed in Brazil or sold to a Brazilian client, technology transfer, etc.
For professional training immediately after finishing of a technical school or university course, without a work contract.
For an employee of a foreign company being posted as a trainee in the subsidiary or branch in Brazil of the company, whose remuneration will be paid exclusively abroad by the foreign company.
For Professor travelling to Brazil for training in an institute of foreign languages.
For Ship crew member of foreign vessels operating in Brazilian territorial waters by a contract signed with the Brazilian company to provide services or risk.
For Ship crew members of foreign fishing vessels borrowed by Brazilian companies.
For Ship crew members and other professionals who practice paid activities on board cruise ships working along the Brazilian coast, Amazon basin or any inland waters.
How to Apply:-
Visa applications should be submitted to the Ministry of Labour in Brazil by the sponsoring institution or company in Brazil at the following address:-
Ministério do Trabalho e Emprego
Coordenação-Geral de Imigração
Esplanada dos Ministérios, Bloco F, Ed. Anexo, 2° andar
Brasília, DF 70.059 900 – BRAZIL
Telephone (011-55-61) 325-5722, Fax (0115561) 325-5725.
It should be noted that only after the consent by the Ministry of Labor in Brazil will the Ministry of Foreign Relations approve processing of the Visa. At this stage, the applicant is required to follow the steps to apply and submit the following documents to the Embassy, additionally:
The Applicant's passport with validity of six months from the intended arrival date in Brazil. The passport should also have one blank page available, along with the photocopies of the first two pages and last page of the passport.
It is to be noted that the Embassy no longer accept the physically filled-up visa application forms. Therefore, the Applicant need to fill the "Online Visa Application Form" by visiting the following link: //scedv.serpro.gov.br
After completely filling the online application form, one should take its printout (back to back). The duly filled printout of the application form should be signed by the Applicant only. The photo should be also be pasted in the specified space only. (Parents must sign for minors under 18 years old).
One latest photograph (5cm x 4cm) in good quality, front view, with white background and all facial features should be clearly visible, needs to be submitted. (Snapshots, computer pictures and touched up photographs will not be accepted.)
The applicant should submit a covering letter addressing to the Embassy mentioning details of the proposed trip.
A Letter from the Indian company addressed to the Embassy requesting the visa should be attached.
Applicant should submit Police clearance (PCC) duly attested by the Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi.
Applicant should submit Health certificate duly attested by the Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi.
Immunization record for polio for children between ages of three months and six years should be submitted. If the child cannot be inoculated, applicant should obtain a notarized letter from the child's physician. Polio certificate/letter should be duly attested by the Ministry of External Affairs, Patiala House, New Delhi.
Once issues, Visas must be used within 90 days from the date of issue or else, they will become negated and apply for multiple entries for the duration of the visa.
Visas will officially be valid from the date of first entry in Brazil.
Applicant need to attach photocopies of any previous Brazilian Visas (if any) with the application form.
After submitting the application, the applicant must wait for the mandatory period of 24 hours, before making any enquiry.
All documentary communication from India, addressed to the Embassy must be in original only.
Photocopies of all documents should be clear, valid and legible.
All applicants should obtain the international vaccination certificates that are required when returning to their country of origin, like yellow fever.
All of the letters submitted to the Embassy from India and/or Brazil must have the name, designation, department and contact number below the signature of the Authorized signatory.
All documents from Brazil should be notarized in Brazil and submitted with the original notaries seal visible.
Applicants need to be present along with the visa application form given to them by the Embassy for registration with the Federal Police in Brazil within 30 days of arrival.
The Visa processing time will take about seven to ten days.
Embassy might ask for the personal presence of the Applicant.
The Embassy may also request additional information / documentation as deemed necessary.
For Non Indian Citizens the following documents are required to be submitted besides the General Requirements.
Non Indian Citizens' presence is mandatory and they should also submit a copy of the Indian Residential Permit for foreign residents and / or a valid document to return from Brazil to India or to any another country.
For Minors (under 18 years of age) the following documents are required to be submitted besides the General Requirements.
Original birth certificate and its copy. The Copies submitted without the original birth certificate must be attested by any authorized signatory. A notarized letter of consent, duly signed by the parent, or by both parents if the minor is traveling alone. However, if the minor is traveling with both parents this letter is not necessary but both of them need to sign the visa application form and all names appear on the itinerary and both parents are applying for the visa at the same time.
The documentary proof of immunization record for polio for children between ages of three months and six years needs to be attached. If the child cannot be immunized one should bring a notarized letter from the child's physician.
One should bring the Bank Drafts for the processing, or handling fees, as applicable, along with the application form.
It should note that the Embassy of Brazil only accepts Visa Fees and other Consular / Legalization Fees in the form of Bank Draft, to be drawn in favour of: "Embassy of Brazil - Consular", payable in New Delhi
The bank drafts should be submitted as per the following manner:

a) A singular Bank Draft equivalent to the Visa Fee, if the Application is submitted by an applicant personally at the Embassy;
b) Two (2) separate Bank Drafts, one for the Visa Fee and the other towards the Processing Fee, if the Visa Application is applied through a third party.
For Mumbai Consulate, the visa fee is to be paid in form of a Bank Draft in favour of "Consulate General of Brazil", payable in Mumbai.