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Canada Visa Requirements for Brazil Citizens

Visa Required

Entry Requirements Summary

Brazil citizens must obtain a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), also called a visitor visa, before travelling to Canada. Apply through IRCC.

Brazilian citizens require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) to visit Canada.
Under the partial waiver (eTA-X), eligible travellers who have held a Canadian visa in the last 10 years or hold a valid US nonimmigrant visa may be able to fly to Canada on an eTA instead of a visa.
Biometrics required.

Requirements summarized from IRCC's official lists. Data last reviewed: . Criminal admissibility is governed by IRPA s.36.

Documents Required

  • Valid Brazilian passport
  • Completed online visa application
  • Digital photo
  • Biometrics
  • Proof of financial support
  • Ties to home country

Processing Time & Application

Estimated processing time: 2–8 weeks

Apply at IRCC

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Processing times from Brazil

IRCC publishes processing times by the country you apply from. These are its published figures for applications made from Brazil.

Visitor visa (outside Canada)28 days
Study permit4 weeks
Work permit5 weeks

IRCC bases these figures on how long most complete applications recently took. Your own application can take longer.

IRCC figures last updated June 10, 2026. Check the official IRCC tool

Connecting through a Canadian airport? Travellers from visa-required countries normally need a transit visa, which is free, for airport connections of 48 hours or less. IRCC transit rules

Pathways from Brazil

A visitor visa or eTA covers a short trip. If you are thinking about studying, working, or staying permanently, the route depends on your own age, education, language scores and work history rather than on your nationality. Start with the tools below to see which programs fit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Brazil citizens need a visa to visit Canada?
Yes. Brazil citizens require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) to visit Canada. Apply through IRCC before travel.
How long can Brazil citizens stay in Canada as visitors?
Visitors are typically allowed to stay up to 6 months. The exact length is determined by a CBSA officer when you arrive.
What documents do Brazil citizens need to enter Canada?
Valid Brazilian passport, Completed online visa application, Digital photo, Biometrics, Proof of financial support, Ties to home country
How long does a visitor visa from Brazil take?
IRCC's published processing time for a visitor visa application made from Brazil is 28 days, as of June 10, 2026. It applies to complete applications, and your own case can take longer. Check IRCC's processing-times tool for the current figure before you apply.