Rank #27 · Feb 2026
Brazil Digital Nomad Visa
Requires an International Veterinary Certificate (CVI).
Key Requirements
- Visa Fee
- $100
- Processing
- 2-4 weeks
- Validity
- 1 year (renewable)
- Income
- $1,500/mo
- Savings Option
- $18,000 balance
- Pet Friendliness
- 7/10
- Tax trigger
- 183 days
- Insurance required
- Yes
Cost of Living (Nomad Premium 2026)
Based on short-term rentals, coworking, and expat amenities—not local long-term rates.
- Cost Tier
- Medium
- Total (est.)
- ~$2,100/mo
- 1BR Center
- ~$800/mo
- Coffee
- ~$2.2
- Internet
- 100 Mbps
- Coworking
- ~$150/mo
Visa Overview
Brazil is vibrant and the visa is relatively easy to get. You can apply at a consulate or even while in the country as a tourist. Rio and Florianopolis are the top nomad picks for 2026.
Pet Entry & Rules
Requires an International Veterinary Certificate (CVI). Brazil is very dog-friendly; you'll see dogs on the beach at Ipanema and in most outdoor kiosks.
Tax Residency
You become a tax resident after 183 days. Brazil taxes worldwide income, but they have several tax treaties that can mitigate the burden.