Brazil
MERCOSUR Hub — Investment & Long-Term Residency
Brazil is South America's largest and most dynamic economy — home to the Amazon, Carnival, world-class beaches, and a rapidly growing technology sector in São Paulo. Brazil offers accessible residency pathways for investors, retirees, remote workers, and professionals, with permanent residency possible in as little as 2 years.
Capital
Brasília
Currency
BRL (Brazilian Real)
Language
Portuguese
Population
215 Million+
Brazil Immigration Programs
Investment Visa (VITEM XIV)
R$500,000+ investment for temporary then PR
Retirement Visa
$2,000+/month retirement income for residency
Digital Nomad Visa
Remote work for $1,500+/month income earners
Work Permit
Employer-sponsored work authorization
Permanent Residency
Via investment, family, or qualifying employment
Student Visa
Study at Brazilian universities — USP, UNICAMP
Why Choose Brazil?
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get permanent residency in Brazil?
Brazil permanent residency can be obtained through investment (R$500K+), retirement pension ($2K+/month), family ties (married to Brazilian), or employment. After 4 years of continuous residency, naturalization is possible. Quitno handles all Brazil residency pathways.
Key Requirements
- Investment Visa: R$500,000+ capital investment
- Retirement Visa: minimum $2,000/month pension
- Digital Nomad: minimum $1,500/month income
- Valid passport
- Criminal background check
- Health insurance
Immigration Benefits
- Tropical lifestyle and world-famous beaches
- MERCOSUR regional market access
- Growing technology and startup ecosystem
- Brazilian citizenship in 4 years (married to Brazilian)
- Affordable cost of living in most regions
- Rich cultural and natural environment