Wow, I didn't even know there was one in Orlando, I thought it was in Miami for the region 😅 I didn't have to do an interview. Was the rest of your process the same as mine?
TMax thank you for this very informative video. Your step-by-step description is the best I've seen. I have my CPF which I procured during the pandemic in 2020 it was challenging to get this from the Brazilian consulate in Miami, Florida. Since no one was working at the local office during this period of time. But I have it now and I've been a frequent traveler to Brazil. Let me know if you are traveling to the southern state of Rio Grand do Sul or Santa Catarina, I've been there, and can give some first hand insight with traveling there. I've also been to the North East of Brazil. The State of Paraíba and the State of Pernambuco. Safe travels and be well.
Happy to hear the video was helpful! Health coverage is supposed to last the duration of your visa, so in this case one year. I selected the health insurance to start when I thought I would arrive, which actually worked out to be the exact date. But, I'm sure if it's a few days off it wouldn't be a problem.
Thank you so much for the video! This was the most thorough and easy to understand explanation of the process 🙌🏾 quick question: how far in advance should I start the process from the date I want to move to Brazil?
Glad the video was helpful🤝 I would recommend starting one month before you want to arrive in Brazil. The process may be quicker or slower, but one month seems to be the average, based on what I've heard from others.
Hi @TheTmax its me again 😊 I got my visa approaved and plan to come to brazil in June 🎉. I wanted to thank you and get you a beer when I arrived and you had the time 🍻 Thank you for sharing information, it is so helpful. I just had another question, in the federal polis you mentioned they gave you a "letter of residency" for a year. I always thinking they will give a "residency card". Was it a card or letter ? Actually I want to get my wife to brazil after I arrived with family reunification and i was thinking i should have a residence card for this purpose, i dont know. Maybe police would issue a card later and send to your address.
That's great news! 🥳 Looking forward to our drink 🍻😂 I'm currently working on figuring out the residency card part. I only got a letter. When I check in the system, it's still says pending. Me not being in one location may be contributing to why I haven't finished this yet😅 Once I get to Salvador, I'm going by the Federal Police to see if they can help.
Yes maybe thats the case, the postman chasing you but never find you 🤣 I think without the residency card you cant open bank account and force to use cash or foreign credit card with may charge you more on purchases
Thanks TMax, I m also in the process to get the DN in my country, and I'm looking how to register it once I am in Brasil. The thing is that, my consulate says that I need to show to the federal office the Birth Certificate Apostilled and sworn translated, but your experience is quite different, they didn't ask you that. Any clue why? maybe the USA DN doesn't need it when registering with the Federal Police? Thanks again for thorough information
I'm not sure why the requirements were different for applying from within Brazil (similar to yours: apostille birth certificate and official translation) and applying from the USA (just submitting the documents in English). Surely, it is something political and bureaucratic, and in the end, regular people like us are the ones who suffer 🫤 Hopefully, you're able to successfully get your visa and then you can share with us how it went😉
Awesome video. I'm also trying to get the DNV but I'm having trouble with the health insurance. My local consulate told me I need a "Health insurance policy valid in Brazil *for the duration of your stay* ." This means I need to purchase health insurance for the whole period of stay, i.e. one year. But it seems for you 1 month was enough. How did this happen? I spoke with a lawyer (Oliveira Lawyers) and he told me when applying from outside of Brazil health insurance is a big headache and therefore it's better to apply from inside Brazil since it's not a requirement when you're already there. Could you please advice on how you were able to get the visa with just 1 month of health insurance? And is this what happened with people you know who got the visa or they had to get insurance for 1 full year? Thanks!
Thanks for watching! As for the insurance, I paid for an entire year. I used the same link that I included in the description. I came across Oliveira Lawyers as well, which is why I tried to start my application when I was in Brazil last year, but the US stuff was too much of a headache to do from Brazil (and the agencies and lawyers were charging A LOT to relieve that headache for you). If your country has more accessible background checks, then the health insurance can be skipped by applying from Brazil. And, as for the guy I mentioned in the video, he was able to get his DNV a week after I got mine, but had to deal with the bureaucracy from here in Brazil, which made his process 3 times longer, and he had to use a lawyer. So, it seems you have to pick your poison, haha.
Thanks for watching! As for the insurance, I paid for an entire year. I used the same link that I included in the description. I came across Oliveira Lawyers as well, which is why I tried to start my application when I was in Brazil last year, but the US stuff was too much of a headache to do from Brazil (and the agencies and lawyers were charging A LOT to relieve that headache for you). If your country has more accessible background checks, then the health insurance can be skipped by applying from Brazil. And, as for the guy I mentioned in the video, he was able to get his DNV a week after I got mine, but had to deal with the bureaucracy from here in Brazil, which made his process 3 times longer, and he had to use a lawyer. So, it seems you have to pick your poison, haha.
@@TheTMax Ah so it was travel insurance. I didn't check the link. The problem with travel insurance is Oliveira Lawyers told me it won't be accepted and that only regular health insurance can be used. I also believe my consulate doesn't accept travel insurance, even though they haven't given me a clear answer on this yet. I'll double check with them. I'm curious did the consulate tell you that you can use travel insurance, or you just went ahead and used it anyway when they didn't reply to you?
Very thorough video, thanks for spending time doing this! Subbed! What are your long-term plans for Brazil? I want to gain permanent residency but it seems time spent there on the Digital Nomad visa doesn't count.
Welcome to the community! Glad the video was helpful. For now, I'm going to take this next year to see how much of Brazil I can see and experience. The DNV is renewable for two years, so if I don't quite finish, I can get another year. After that, I don't actually know if if I'll stay long term here. Thanks for pointing out the residency bit, good to know if I do decide to stay longer. If you find out more info about permanent residency definitely share it with us!
You sir. Are a legend. This is US and I’m from Scotland but I’m sure a lot of the information is the same still. Thank you and I hope you’re enjoying Brazil! 🫡
Well, thank you kindly 😁 My time in Brazil has been phenomenal! Please let us know how close the process is for Scotland once you've successfully completed it😉
@@TheTMax Sounds like a plan. I’ll keep you posted. I can’t guarantee it’ll be too soon as it’s a process that takes time but you’ll be the first to know! I may document it myself for others in my country/UK
Olá! QQ: Why did you opt for the cheapest health insurance coverage? Does this logic pertain to offsetting your acquired health insurance with the free healthcare already offered in Brazil or something else? Great video by the way! Thanks for sharing the journey with us. :)
Thanks for watching! I went with the cheapest insurance under the imprudent assumption I would never need to visit a medical professional in Brazil 😅 It just so happens that Brazil has an amazingly accessible healthcare system that is also free of charge. I also did this same thing when I got a visa to live in Spain for 3 years.
@@TheTMax Thank you!! The healthcare options in the U.S. are not great (as I'm sure you're aware), and going the cheapest route is smart knowing that it's a small investment where you can just come out of pocket for Brazilian healthcare without reliable U.S. insurance and satisfy the visa requirement at the same time.
Thankyou TMax for providing such a valuable information :) I have one question regarding my family. I want to apply my wife and son visa as dependent . Do I need to apply it after my VISA approval ? Or Can I apply their VISA simultaneously ?
Hey man! Thanks again for the info! 2 questions 1) the link to the first form for registering in the description no longer works - would you be able to updated that? 2) also, what website do you use to schedule an appointment with the policia federal?
Thank you for pointing out the link! I double checked it and it is also not working via Brazil's website (www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao/registrar-se-como-estrangeiro-no-brasil/registro-de-imigrante-detentor-de-visto) so I just updated the link to the main page. Hopefully, they'll fix it. To schedule an appointment you can use this link (which I also updated the description with thanks to you🤝) servicos.dpf.gov.br/agenda-web/acessar
Thanks so much for this video! So helpful! Do you know how long after you receive your visa that you need to get it registered with the federal police? For example, if i travel to brazil a year after receiving the visa would it still be valid to start the 1 year digital nomad period?
Happy to hear the video was useful! You have 90 days from the date of issue to register your visa in Brazil. If you waited one year, you would lose the visa and have to reapply.
This was an awesome video! My only question is once you have gathered all of the documents. Do you arrange an appointment with the consulate for an interview. Or what do you do when your ready to submit?
Thanks for checking out my video! At the DC consulate, you cannot make appointments and only have the option of mailing the documents, which is what I did.
Hi bro! thanks for the video! About getting the digital nomad visa for Brazil, and I have a quick question. During your application process, were you asked to provide a certificate of domicile/residence? I'm currently in the process and have been asked for this, but it wasn't mentioned in the official requirements. Thanks for your help! Best, Maximo
Hey Maximo, glad you liked the video! I did not have to provide any proof of residence, but I had something mailed to the address I used before I left Brazil and took it with me to the USA just in case I was asked for something like that. Are you applying from Brazil? I've heard the requirements randomly change when applying from within the country🫤
great video, makes me feel more comfortable with navigating this process. one big question: I'm planning on teaching english online but I haven't started yet as I'm still in the grind of my normal 9-5 prepping to move abroad. how do you think I can provide proof that the company pays me at least $1,500 if I haven't even started yet? should I wait to apply instead once I've already gotten to Brazil (being there on a tourist visa)?
Hi there! Glad the video was helpful 😀 If you have a signed contract with your English teaching job, that should be sufficient, whether you've started or not. The date on the contract and the salary are the two things they're looking for. If you are a US citizen, I'd recommend applying from home, as it seems easier for us there. If you're from another country, you may not have any issues applying from Brazil. And, with a tourist visa, you'll have up to six months to get your DNV sorted (here's how to get 6 months: th-cam.com/video/v7WFoRE-naU/w-d-xo.html) Hope that helps and best of luck!
@@TheTMaxthank you for your reply. I think I’m more concerned about the part where you have to prove three months worth of a salary of at least $1,500 /month from the online employer. I’m probably not going to make that much until I actually move and can dedicate enough time to working as an online tutor. Or are you saying your bank statements don’t have to show the income coming from the remote employer persay?
Thank you TMax. This is the most comprehensive and simple explanation of obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa. THANKS! I was about to pay a lawyer when I came across this video. I will be looking at the rest of your videos because I want to move to Brazil in 4-6 months and want to know where to start. I need to (1) get my visa, (2) get my CPF, (3) get an apartment, (4) enroll in a language school/class...I am studying with Duolingo now. My goal is to live there for the full 2 years and see how it goes from there.
So glad you found this video helpful! If you move to São Paulo I recommend the school Aprenda2 (I made a video with them th-cam.com/video/CqndtoYuPcU/w-d-xo.html) as I really liked their teaching methodology and their emphasis on social events outside the classroom. Wish you the best of luck on your journey, and feel free to reach out here or on instagram if you have more questions.
@@jamesparnell1131 thanks for watching! Unfortunately, I know nothing about the retirement visa, except that it is classified in the Brazilian government under the same code as the digital nomad visa.
Hello, I only have a copy of a self-employment agreement a French friend of mine did. It's in Portuguese: [DATE] Ministério da Justiça e Segurança Pública Secretaria Nacional de Justiça Departamento de Migrações Coordenação-Geral de Imigração Laboral
A quem se destina: DECLARACAO SOBRE A CAPACIDADE DE EXECUTAR DAS ATIVIDADES PROFISSIONAIS DE FORMA REMOTA Declaro que todas as minhas atividades profissionais podem ser executadas de forma remota, por meio de tecnologias da informação e de comunicação.
Atenciosamente, [Pic of my signature] Full name CPF
You saved money for some expenses but I bet the cost of doing it all in Brazil, is lower than what you paid. Did you find out the cost, if doing it from the Brazil?
I do not know the exact cost. If you are able to navigate the process in Brazil without a lawyer, it may be cheaper. But, at least for people from the USA that I know who have done this, the time and energy invested going to and from the federal police several times due to in-country bureaucracy, was far greater than my experience in the USA. So, I guess it boils down to which is best for you.
Hi TMax, I think your experiences from the visa process would help me a lot. I have a question regarding the timings, when does your initial first year as a digital nomad officially begins in the Brazil ? is it started from the "registration within the police day" or "your entry day" or "your visa issuance day" ? and how much was your visa validity? a year ? 3 month ?
My visa started the day it was approved by the consulate in the USA. My residence permit however, starts from the day I registered here in Brazil. Both are good one year from the registration date, and I believe renewable for another year. I still have not received an official residence card so I haven't been able to open a bank account yet.
After a month you haven't recwive your card ?! I think it has been lost in the the post delivery proccess. Have you checked with the federal police if they have sent your card yet ?
@@cusedigiamo2603 I did my best to include everything that I went through in the video. However, individual cases vary. I'd recommend reading through the comments to see what others experienced. And once you've successfully obtained your visa, make sure you share with us any unique things you went through!
You said that you only showed a screenshot of when you're planning to travel to Brasil without actually buying the tickets, so my question is once you got your visa approved did you book a hotel room for a couple days and then moved to an apartment? Or how does that work? Because it's obviously more expensive if you stay at a hotel right? But not sure how difficult it is to rent an apartment if you're not a resident yet, maybe after you got your visa it's easy to rent an apartment?
I did not book a hotel. I have only been moving from hostel to hostel as I travel around the country. I haven't actually rented an apartment, but I know of others who have rented an apartment without a residence card.
Hi👋 To learn Portuguese, I found it best to take classes upon arriving, that way I can use what I learned in class, at the grocery on the way home. Immersion has been my best friend🤓 As for apartments, I'm not sure, as I've never rented one. What some others I know have done is to find an AirBnB they like, stay for a week, and if it suits their needs, negotiate a longer contract with the owner.
I just registered at the federal police and for some reason my protocol that I received says it is only valid for 3 months, is that what it should say? If not do you have any advice on what to do?
Mine also said I had 3 months. But, I was able to collect my RNM with that protocol four months after that date. As long as you finish your registration, I don't think it will be a problem.
Amazing video and super helpful. The biggest question I have is the Taxes situation. because if you stay more then 180 days or so in Brazil you become a tax resident. Do you know how enforced this is or how are you handling it? Just curious as I want to get the nomad visa but that puts me off a bit. Great video though man
Glad the video was helpful! I have yet to find clear information on the tax thing, but my understanding is that individuals are considered tax residents when they have a permanent visa. Since the DNV is a temporary visa, I'm hoping we are exempt from this. Once I figure it out, I'll get back to you via a new video 😉
@@TheTMax This is not accurate. With DNV even if it is a temporary visa after 183 days you are tax resident, Oliveria lawyers said that, and I also found docs from Deloite confirming this. Other story is how will they enforce or check it
Yo! I'm already in Brazil and have an apostilled and translated birth certificate and an apostilled (needs to be translated still) fbi background check! How can I apply for the DN visa within the country?
Honestly, I can only point you to the local website as I was not successful in applying from within Brazil www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-helsinque/consular-services/digital-nomad-visa-vitem-xiv If you do figure it out, please let us know how you did it! Boa sorte, amigo!
Hi Tmax i am about to apply for the visa, But I had a problem in the first form when you want to apply. There wasn't any 'digital nomad' category. I dont know which visa category should i apply for?! Maybe retired visas which share the same numbering (vitem xiv)
I do believe the retirement and digital nomad visa are in the same category according the the Brazilian government (despite having different requirements😵💫). Vitem XIV covers both retirees and digital nomads. Here's to your new visa 🥂😉
Yes, the visa offers a temporary residence status of one year, which allows you to enter and exit Brazil an indefinite number of times during that year.
The visa requirements clearly state that international health insurance is required, but if one were to have an accident in Brazil, SUS would absolutely take care of them, regardless of insurance.
It needs to state your salary, that you are a remote worker, and that your contract is either indefinite or will last until the end of the visa your requesting. My employer was not contacted, though I imagine they reserve the right to contact them.
greeetings bro, this information was very helpful especially on the topic of health insurance, i am in the process of applying for a retirement visa to brazil, how long did you have to wait to apply after your fbi clearance document was issued, because i contact the brasil consulate in usa, and they told me 6 months upon issue of the fbi clearance, is that correct.
I received my FBI background check 10 minutes after doing my fingerprints at the USPS. Then, I sent in all my paperwork and received my visa within 2 weeks. I'm sure it various from person to person, but 6 months seems like a veeeery long time 😳
Yes, but the process is a bit different. You'll need to get all of your documents apostilled and translated to Portuguese. It is also a bit more costly. Plus you need to hand deliver them to the Federal Police.
A quick question about the work contract.. I'm a freelance software developer and my client has recently put our contract on hold, so can I still ask them to write a contract for me even though I'm currently not doing any work? I still have access to their Upwork, GitHub, Discord, etc and the plan is to restart once they secure new funding. Also, if you used any template could you share it please?
As long as the contract has a start date, your duties, the fact that you are remote, and your salary, you should be fine. I used my actual work contact, so I don't have a template. I just made sure to highlight the above requirements. In my contract there's also my signature and the hiring person's signature.
@@truth8422 As long as it would add up to a monthly $1,500, which is the requirement. So, make sure it states the monthly amount in whatever contract you submit.
Thanks for the video, do you happen to know anyone who did the visa as self-employed? My income is inconsistent, feast or famine type ordeal, also do you know if they accept 18k alone still? I have more than enough in my bank. Second do you know how people provide proof of employment as I only have my LLC in my name? Thanks..
Thanks for watching! I have heard of one person who has done it self employed and he said that in lieu of a work contract he had a client write a letter stating they had ongoing business. That worked for him. I do believe having 18k in the bank is sufficient.
I am in brazil right now and really don't want to leave the country - is it possible to get this visa while still in Brazil or do you have to leave the US? Also did your income get taxed with this visa?
@@coachingbyamanda hi there! Unfortunately, I have not met anyone from the USA who has successfully obtained this visa while in Brazil. Other nationalities seem to do it with ease 😅 Hopefully, someone who can help you will chime in, here in the comments!
@@TheTMax Thank you so much! I wonder why this is. Looks like I will have to go back to the US. Also appx how long did it take for this visa to get approved? Btw thank you for such an informtive video
My understanding is that the Brazilian government wants to make sure you have enough money to support yourself while in the country. If you can show proof of funds, I'm sure there's a way to still get the visa. You could probably write yourself a contract with the LLC that outlines your position and your ability to work remotely, and that would suffice. I don't have personal experience with this, but hopefully someone who does have experience chimes in🤩
@@TheTMax yes, I hired a lawyer and they recommended that I do exactly just that. And as far as the background check goes, the FBI sufficed for you? No need for state or local?
Thank you, don’t you have to apply 1 or few months in advance to renew ? If yes we should already hear of people getting denied or approved for a 3rd year
Question? I am a flight attendant and I want to live in Rio. My base is NYC, so I'll be traveling /comuting from Rio to USA to work. Does the Digital Nomad Visa cover me? All of my work is done on an aircraft within the USA and abroad. All of my flights originate and end in the USA. I am a little confused about the "Digital" aspect of the term.
How long will you actually be in Rio? Because if it's less than 180 days in a year, you can just get a 90-day tourist visa and then extend for an additional 90-days. It would be faster, easier, and cheaper. My understanding of what makes it a digital nomad visa is the fact that you do not earn money from the host nation's economy, but you spend your foreign money there. So, I think you're good.
My goal is to work for two weeks in the USA and live in Brazil for two weeks. That amounts to 180 days in a year. Each month, I will be in Brazil for two weeks straight. I am guessing that the 90-day visa is not for a consecutive 90 days. That changes everything. I will watch your video on the tourist visa application process. Also, would you happen to know how to secure an apartment in Brazil? Do you know of a trusted rental agency? I have been scouring the internet with no real luck.@@TheTMax
I need to add to my last reply. If I apply for the 90-day visa, is that the same as the eVisa / tourist visa? I didn't see any videos on obtaining the original 90-day visa on your sight...only how to renew it. No problem, I did find a site for the eVisa for tourists. I'll check it out later. Thanks for the initial reply.@@TheTMax
I found this link on Brazil's website, maybe it will be helpful, as it separates requirements based on country, as I'm sure different countries in Africa have different rules for entry into Brazil drive.google.com/file/d/1nPzGsCecZnQnckafCOCj4pxSDEL3X2RT/view
I just got my visa approved and plane ticket booked, did you have to present a return flight and did you have to have any documents ready at the airport other than passport stamp/visa application stapled to present to Brazilian immigration once you arrived at the airport?
Congratulations on your visa approval Can you kindly share information did you submitted bank balance 18k or Bank statement? How was the contract for you as self employed ( details) Thanks you
@@monibpactpal7702 I wrote a contract that I was employed by own company with the typical details that a work contract has including how payments are made, vacation, etc. They did indeed ask me if it was correct to verify I meant to sign my own work contract, I explained to them that yes I am the owner and included my company filing with the work contract. All of this was signed and taken to secretary of state in the U.S. to be apostilled. Secondly, the clause about 18k balance only applies to those are employed by a business, not self employed. And it's not 18k balance alone, you still have to show some income, they admitted to writing this incorrectly on their own website. The 18k balance is both if you have 18k and make less than 1,500 a month. I provided bank statements showing a minimum of $1,500 in income with the invoices that I issued to my clients to collect those payments (I am a service based business). I made sure to highlight the transactions on the statements as I was using a personal account for my banking at the time so it includes some personal expenses/revenues that confuse them. A business account with business transactions only would be easy but I made a schedule for them. That was pretty much it.
@@joeyassyrian Thank you for responding and taking the time. For someone who runs a media news website, creates daily content, and generates around $2,000 monthly from ads, what would you recommend as the best way to present proof of remote work?
If you have that kind of cash, you could probably just apply for the retirement visa, which only requires you show proof of funds and to affirm that you won't work in Brazil. www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-manila/embassy-of-brazil-in-manila/consular-services/retirement-visa-2013-vitem-xiv
I paid for health insurance through SafetyWing during my entire stay, the consulate only asks for printed the paper (date of arrival > date of return). After getting my visa approved, what I did is just cancelled when I passed immigration in Brazil. SafetyWing will give you a refund for the remaining days the moment you cancel the membership, so I basically paid $0. Brazil is a country that has universal healthcare (SUS) either way, which applies to all foreigners as well.
I checked and that insurance is 1100 USD for 1 year. AFAIK, applying in Brazil doesn't require the Health Insurance, so this is one advantage. Let me know if you find something cheaper
To the other digital nomads in Brazil, was your process similar or different? Share with us!
I just did my digital nomad visa and I had to personally travel to the Brazilian embassy in Orlando to do the interview.
Wow, I didn't even know there was one in Orlando, I thought it was in Miami for the region 😅 I didn't have to do an interview. Was the rest of your process the same as mine?
TMax thank you for this very informative video. Your step-by-step description is the best I've seen. I have my CPF which I procured during the pandemic in 2020 it was challenging to get this from the Brazilian consulate in Miami, Florida. Since no one was working at the local office during this period of time. But I have it now and I've been a frequent traveler to Brazil. Let me know if you are traveling to the southern state of Rio Grand do Sul or Santa Catarina, I've been there, and can give some first hand insight with traveling there. I've also been to the North East of Brazil. The State of Paraíba and the State of Pernambuco. Safe travels and be well.
@@Gio1Rio4-o4y thank you for your kind words! I'm currently visiting Rio Grande do Norte, so if you have tips, I'm all ears😁
Amazing and clear video. For the health insurance how long did you need coverage for and did it need to start before you entered brazil?
Happy to hear the video was helpful! Health coverage is supposed to last the duration of your visa, so in this case one year. I selected the health insurance to start when I thought I would arrive, which actually worked out to be the exact date. But, I'm sure if it's a few days off it wouldn't be a problem.
Great video! Thank You - certainly subbed now!
Thanks for subbing 🤩
Thank you so much for the video! This was the most thorough and easy to understand explanation of the process 🙌🏾 quick question: how far in advance should I start the process from the date I want to move to Brazil?
Glad the video was helpful🤝 I would recommend starting one month before you want to arrive in Brazil. The process may be quicker or slower, but one month seems to be the average, based on what I've heard from others.
Thank you!
Hi @TheTmax its me again 😊
I got my visa approaved and plan to come to brazil in June 🎉.
I wanted to thank you and get you a beer when I arrived and you had the time 🍻
Thank you for sharing information, it is so helpful.
I just had another question, in the federal polis you mentioned they gave you a "letter of residency" for a year.
I always thinking they will give a "residency card". Was it a card or letter ?
Actually I want to get my wife to brazil after I arrived with family reunification and i was thinking i should have a residence card for this purpose, i dont know.
Maybe police would issue a card later and send to your address.
That's great news! 🥳 Looking forward to our drink 🍻😂
I'm currently working on figuring out the residency card part. I only got a letter. When I check in the system, it's still says pending. Me not being in one location may be contributing to why I haven't finished this yet😅 Once I get to Salvador, I'm going by the Federal Police to see if they can help.
Yes maybe thats the case, the postman chasing you but never find you 🤣
I think without the residency card you cant open bank account and force to use cash or foreign credit card with may charge you more on purchases
Thanks TMax, I m also in the process to get the DN in my country, and I'm looking how to register it once I am in Brasil.
The thing is that, my consulate says that I need to show to the federal office the Birth Certificate Apostilled and sworn translated, but your experience is quite different, they didn't ask you that. Any clue why? maybe the USA DN doesn't need it when registering with the Federal Police?
Thanks again for thorough information
I'm not sure why the requirements were different for applying from within Brazil (similar to yours: apostille birth certificate and official translation) and applying from the USA (just submitting the documents in English). Surely, it is something political and bureaucratic, and in the end, regular people like us are the ones who suffer 🫤
Hopefully, you're able to successfully get your visa and then you can share with us how it went😉
Awesome video. I'm also trying to get the DNV but I'm having trouble with the health insurance. My local consulate told me I need a "Health insurance policy valid in Brazil *for the duration of your stay* ." This means I need to purchase health insurance for the whole period of stay, i.e. one year. But it seems for you 1 month was enough. How did this happen? I spoke with a lawyer (Oliveira Lawyers) and he told me when applying from outside of Brazil health insurance is a big headache and therefore it's better to apply from inside Brazil since it's not a requirement when you're already there. Could you please advice on how you were able to get the visa with just 1 month of health insurance? And is this what happened with people you know who got the visa or they had to get insurance for 1 full year? Thanks!
Thanks for watching! As for the insurance, I paid for an entire year. I used the same link that I included in the description.
I came across Oliveira Lawyers as well, which is why I tried to start my application when I was in Brazil last year, but the US stuff was too much of a headache to do from Brazil (and the agencies and lawyers were charging A LOT to relieve that headache for you). If your country has more accessible background checks, then the health insurance can be skipped by applying from Brazil.
And, as for the guy I mentioned in the video, he was able to get his DNV a week after I got mine, but had to deal with the bureaucracy from here in Brazil, which made his process 3 times longer, and he had to use a lawyer. So, it seems you have to pick your poison, haha.
Thanks for watching! As for the insurance, I paid for an entire year. I used the same link that I included in the description.
I came across Oliveira Lawyers as well, which is why I tried to start my application when I was in Brazil last year, but the US stuff was too much of a headache to do from Brazil (and the agencies and lawyers were charging A LOT to relieve that headache for you). If your country has more accessible background checks, then the health insurance can be skipped by applying from Brazil.
And, as for the guy I mentioned in the video, he was able to get his DNV a week after I got mine, but had to deal with the bureaucracy from here in Brazil, which made his process 3 times longer, and he had to use a lawyer. So, it seems you have to pick your poison, haha.
@@TheTMax Ah so it was travel insurance. I didn't check the link. The problem with travel insurance is Oliveira Lawyers told me it won't be accepted and that only regular health insurance can be used. I also believe my consulate doesn't accept travel insurance, even though they haven't given me a clear answer on this yet. I'll double check with them. I'm curious did the consulate tell you that you can use travel insurance, or you just went ahead and used it anyway when they didn't reply to you?
@@TheTMaxso the insurance for the entire was $275 as you mentioned in the vid?
@@TheTMaxso if you apply in brazil you don't have to have insurance?
Very thorough video, thanks for spending time doing this! Subbed!
What are your long-term plans for Brazil? I want to gain permanent residency but it seems time spent there on the Digital Nomad visa doesn't count.
Welcome to the community! Glad the video was helpful. For now, I'm going to take this next year to see how much of Brazil I can see and experience. The DNV is renewable for two years, so if I don't quite finish, I can get another year. After that, I don't actually know if if I'll stay long term here.
Thanks for pointing out the residency bit, good to know if I do decide to stay longer. If you find out more info about permanent residency definitely share it with us!
You sir. Are a legend. This is US and I’m from Scotland but I’m sure a lot of the information is the same still. Thank you and I hope you’re enjoying Brazil! 🫡
Well, thank you kindly 😁 My time in Brazil has been phenomenal! Please let us know how close the process is for Scotland once you've successfully completed it😉
@@TheTMax Sounds like a plan. I’ll keep you posted. I can’t guarantee it’ll be too soon as it’s a process that takes time but you’ll be the first to know! I may document it myself for others in my country/UK
Olá! QQ: Why did you opt for the cheapest health insurance coverage? Does this logic pertain to offsetting your acquired health insurance with the free healthcare already offered in Brazil or something else? Great video by the way! Thanks for sharing the journey with us. :)
Thanks for watching! I went with the cheapest insurance under the imprudent assumption I would never need to visit a medical professional in Brazil 😅 It just so happens that Brazil has an amazingly accessible healthcare system that is also free of charge. I also did this same thing when I got a visa to live in Spain for 3 years.
@@TheTMax Thank you!! The healthcare options in the U.S. are not great (as I'm sure you're aware), and going the cheapest route is smart knowing that it's a small investment where you can just come out of pocket for Brazilian healthcare without reliable U.S. insurance and satisfy the visa requirement at the same time.
Thankyou TMax for providing such a valuable information :)
I have one question regarding my family. I want to apply my wife and son visa as dependent . Do I need to apply it after my VISA approval ? Or Can I apply their VISA simultaneously ?
I'm glad the video was helpful! I'm not sure about that specific question. I'll ask a lawyer friend and see if he'll respond here on TH-cam😉
Hey man! Thanks again for the info! 2 questions
1) the link to the first form for registering in the description no longer works - would you be able to updated that?
2) also, what website do you use to schedule an appointment with the policia federal?
Thank you for pointing out the link! I double checked it and it is also not working via Brazil's website (www.gov.br/pf/pt-br/assuntos/imigracao/registrar-se-como-estrangeiro-no-brasil/registro-de-imigrante-detentor-de-visto) so I just updated the link to the main page. Hopefully, they'll fix it.
To schedule an appointment you can use this link (which I also updated the description with thanks to you🤝) servicos.dpf.gov.br/agenda-web/acessar
@@TheTMaxit doesn’t work either
Thanks so much for this video! So helpful! Do you know how long after you receive your visa that you need to get it registered with the federal police? For example, if i travel to brazil a year after receiving the visa would it still be valid to start the 1 year digital nomad period?
Happy to hear the video was useful! You have 90 days from the date of issue to register your visa in Brazil. If you waited one year, you would lose the visa and have to reapply.
This was an awesome video! My only question is once you have gathered all of the documents. Do you arrange an appointment with the consulate for an interview. Or what do you do when your ready to submit?
Thanks for checking out my video! At the DC consulate, you cannot make appointments and only have the option of mailing the documents, which is what I did.
@@TheTMax One more question my friend! Does the Digital Nomad Visa go into effect once you receive it? Or does it begin once you enter the country?
Hi bro! thanks for the video!
About getting the digital nomad visa for Brazil, and I have a quick question. During your application process, were you asked to provide a certificate of domicile/residence? I'm currently in the process and have been asked for this, but it wasn't mentioned in the official requirements.
Thanks for your help!
Best,
Maximo
Hey Maximo, glad you liked the video! I did not have to provide any proof of residence, but I had something mailed to the address I used before I left Brazil and took it with me to the USA just in case I was asked for something like that. Are you applying from Brazil? I've heard the requirements randomly change when applying from within the country🫤
How long can you stay in brazil with a nomad visa????great video
Thanks 😁 the visa is good for one year, and can be renewed for another year.
great video, makes me feel more comfortable with navigating this process. one big question: I'm planning on teaching english online but I haven't started yet as I'm still in the grind of my normal 9-5 prepping to move abroad. how do you think I can provide proof that the company pays me at least $1,500 if I haven't even started yet? should I wait to apply instead once I've already gotten to Brazil (being there on a tourist visa)?
Hi there! Glad the video was helpful 😀 If you have a signed contract with your English teaching job, that should be sufficient, whether you've started or not. The date on the contract and the salary are the two things they're looking for. If you are a US citizen, I'd recommend applying from home, as it seems easier for us there. If you're from another country, you may not have any issues applying from Brazil. And, with a tourist visa, you'll have up to six months to get your DNV sorted (here's how to get 6 months: th-cam.com/video/v7WFoRE-naU/w-d-xo.html) Hope that helps and best of luck!
@@TheTMaxthank you for your reply. I think I’m more concerned about the part where you have to prove three months worth of a salary of at least $1,500 /month from the online employer. I’m probably not going to make that much until I actually move and can dedicate enough time to working as an online tutor. Or are you saying your bank statements don’t have to show the income coming from the remote employer persay?
Thank you TMax. This is the most comprehensive and simple explanation of obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa. THANKS! I was about to pay a lawyer when I came across this video. I will be looking at the rest of your videos because I want to move to Brazil in 4-6 months and want to know where to start. I need to (1) get my visa, (2) get my CPF, (3) get an apartment, (4) enroll in a language school/class...I am studying with Duolingo now. My goal is to live there for the full 2 years and see how it goes from there.
So glad you found this video helpful! If you move to São Paulo I recommend the school Aprenda2 (I made a video with them th-cam.com/video/CqndtoYuPcU/w-d-xo.html) as I really liked their teaching methodology and their emphasis on social events outside the classroom.
Wish you the best of luck on your journey, and feel free to reach out here or on instagram if you have more questions.
Yes, I saved that video to review later. @@TheTMax
Hey TMax, thnx for the video.
Do you have any info regarding Retiree visa in Brasil ?
Would appreciate your feedback.
thnx
@@jamesparnell1131 thanks for watching! Unfortunately, I know nothing about the retirement visa, except that it is classified in the Brazilian government under the same code as the digital nomad visa.
Thank you for the video. Every document has to be translated into portugees right?
ONLY if you do the process in Brazil. If you do it in your home country, you can use that language (English for me).
Could you please share a sample of a self-employed agreement, or the one you provided to them? I searched extensively online but couldn't find it
Hello, I only have a copy of a self-employment agreement a French friend of mine did. It's in Portuguese:
[DATE]
Ministério da Justiça e Segurança Pública
Secretaria Nacional de Justiça
Departamento de Migrações
Coordenação-Geral de Imigração Laboral
A quem se destina:
DECLARACAO SOBRE A CAPACIDADE DE EXECUTAR DAS ATIVIDADES PROFISSIONAIS DE FORMA REMOTA
Declaro que todas as minhas atividades profissionais podem ser executadas de forma remota, por meio de tecnologias da informação e de comunicação.
Atenciosamente,
[Pic of my signature]
Full name
CPF
@@TheTMax Thank you for your help and friendly heart. I really appreciate it
You saved money for some expenses but I bet the cost of doing it all in Brazil, is lower than what you paid. Did you find out the cost, if doing it from the Brazil?
I do not know the exact cost. If you are able to navigate the process in Brazil without a lawyer, it may be cheaper. But, at least for people from the USA that I know who have done this, the time and energy invested going to and from the federal police several times due to in-country bureaucracy, was far greater than my experience in the USA. So, I guess it boils down to which is best for you.
Hi TMax, I think your experiences from the visa process would help me a lot.
I have a question regarding the timings,
when does your initial first year as a digital nomad officially begins in the Brazil ? is it started from the "registration within the police day" or "your entry day" or "your visa issuance day" ?
and how much was your visa validity? a year ? 3 month ?
My visa started the day it was approved by the consulate in the USA. My residence permit however, starts from the day I registered here in Brazil. Both are good one year from the registration date, and I believe renewable for another year. I still have not received an official residence card so I haven't been able to open a bank account yet.
After a month you haven't recwive your card ?!
I think it has been lost in the the post delivery proccess.
Have you checked with the federal police if they have sent your card yet ?
I’m starting my nomad residency visa process.. are there any tips or tricks outside of the video that I should be aware of or can take advantage of?
@@cusedigiamo2603 I did my best to include everything that I went through in the video. However, individual cases vary. I'd recommend reading through the comments to see what others experienced. And once you've successfully obtained your visa, make sure you share with us any unique things you went through!
Thanks! What's the duration of this VISA?
Last I checked, it is a one-year visa, extendable to two years.
You said that you only showed a screenshot of when you're planning to travel to Brasil without actually buying the tickets, so my question is once you got your visa approved did you book a hotel room for a couple days and then moved to an apartment? Or how does that work? Because it's obviously more expensive if you stay at a hotel right? But not sure how difficult it is to rent an apartment if you're not a resident yet, maybe after you got your visa it's easy to rent an apartment?
I did not book a hotel. I have only been moving from hostel to hostel as I travel around the country. I haven't actually rented an apartment, but I know of others who have rented an apartment without a residence card.
Hey - what is the best place to get an apartment in Brazil?- also what’s the best way to learn the language?
Hi👋
To learn Portuguese, I found it best to take classes upon arriving, that way I can use what I learned in class, at the grocery on the way home. Immersion has been my best friend🤓
As for apartments, I'm not sure, as I've never rented one. What some others I know have done is to find an AirBnB they like, stay for a week, and if it suits their needs, negotiate a longer contract with the owner.
Hey! I have one more question - how long did it take for your visa to be approved when you did it from the US?
It took 8 days 😎 5:59
I just registered at the federal police and for some reason my protocol that I received says it is only valid for 3 months, is that what it should say? If not do you have any advice on what to do?
Mine also said I had 3 months. But, I was able to collect my RNM with that protocol four months after that date. As long as you finish your registration, I don't think it will be a problem.
When you bought you health insurance did you purchase it for the whole year at once or a monthly basis?
@@paulfonseca1389 I paid for one year
Amazing video and super helpful. The biggest question I have is the Taxes situation. because if you stay more then 180 days or so in Brazil you become a tax resident. Do you know how enforced this is or how are you handling it? Just curious as I want to get the nomad visa but that puts me off a bit. Great video though man
Glad the video was helpful! I have yet to find clear information on the tax thing, but my understanding is that individuals are considered tax residents when they have a permanent visa. Since the DNV is a temporary visa, I'm hoping we are exempt from this. Once I figure it out, I'll get back to you via a new video 😉
@@TheTMax amazing thank you for the reply! I wish you the best in Brazil bro. Definitely check out Floripa in January. There’s nothing like it
@@TheTMax Yes please. It seems like it is a temp visa because it literally expires.
@@TheTMax This is not accurate. With DNV even if it is a temporary visa after 183 days you are tax resident, Oliveria lawyers said that, and I also found docs from Deloite confirming this. Other story is how will they enforce or check it
@@aljjxw
thanks for sharing that info with us! I need to talk to a lawyer to figure out how to handle this.
Yo! I'm already in Brazil and have an apostilled and translated birth certificate and an apostilled (needs to be translated still) fbi background check! How can I apply for the DN visa within the country?
Honestly, I can only point you to the local website as I was not successful in applying from within Brazil www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-helsinque/consular-services/digital-nomad-visa-vitem-xiv
If you do figure it out, please let us know how you did it! Boa sorte, amigo!
Hi Tmax i am about to apply for the visa,
But I had a problem in the first form when you want to apply.
There wasn't any 'digital nomad' category.
I dont know which visa category should i apply for?! Maybe retired visas which share the same numbering (vitem xiv)
I do believe the retirement and digital nomad visa are in the same category according the the Brazilian government (despite having different requirements😵💫). Vitem XIV covers both retirees and digital nomads.
Here's to your new visa 🥂😉
@@TheTMax thanks Tmax 😀
Can you leave, let’s say 6 times during your visa ? Like if I have to go to events or family functions?
Yes, the visa offers a temporary residence status of one year, which allows you to enter and exit Brazil an indefinite number of times during that year.
it looks like you paid for one month of health insurance. Did you and that was it or did you pay that monthly?
I bought the cheapest, most basic one-year health insurance.
For your health insurance, did you just pay for the first month and then cancel it?
I paid for one year up front. The monthly insurance was quite expensive, so I just got the annual.
will the SUS be enough for the health insurance requirement?
The visa requirements clearly state that international health insurance is required, but if one were to have an accident in Brazil, SUS would absolutely take care of them, regardless of insurance.
What does your contract need to include? Also does the consulate contact my employer?
It needs to state your salary, that you are a remote worker, and that your contract is either indefinite or will last until the end of the visa your requesting. My employer was not contacted, though I imagine they reserve the right to contact them.
Did you purchase the health insurance in brazil or in the states
I bought the insurance online while I was in the USA.
greeetings bro, this information was very helpful especially on the topic of health insurance, i am in the process of applying for a retirement visa to brazil, how long did you have to wait to apply after your fbi clearance document was issued, because i contact the brasil consulate in usa, and they told me 6 months upon issue of the fbi clearance, is that correct.
I received my FBI background check 10 minutes after doing my fingerprints at the USPS. Then, I sent in all my paperwork and received my visa within 2 weeks. I'm sure it various from person to person, but 6 months seems like a veeeery long time 😳
Can I apply for a nomad visa when I am already in Brazil as a tourist?
Yes, but the process is a bit different. You'll need to get all of your documents apostilled and translated to Portuguese. It is also a bit more costly. Plus you need to hand deliver them to the Federal Police.
A quick question about the work contract.. I'm a freelance software developer and my client has recently put our contract on hold, so can I still ask them to write a contract for me even though I'm currently not doing any work? I still have access to their Upwork, GitHub, Discord, etc and the plan is to restart once they secure new funding. Also, if you used any template could you share it please?
As long as the contract has a start date, your duties, the fact that you are remote, and your salary, you should be fine. I used my actual work contact, so I don't have a template. I just made sure to highlight the above requirements. In my contract there's also my signature and the hiring person's signature.
@x Thanks for the reply. I'm a freelancer so I don't receive a salary. Do you think I can use my hourly rate and number of hours (20/week)?
@@truth8422 As long as it would add up to a monthly $1,500, which is the requirement. So, make sure it states the monthly amount in whatever contract you submit.
@@TheTMax Thanks man. I'm planning to prove the income part by showing that I have $18,000, so I hope this will also help.
Thanks for the video, do you happen to know anyone who did the visa as self-employed? My income is inconsistent, feast or famine type ordeal, also do you know if they accept 18k alone still? I have more than enough in my bank. Second do you know how people provide proof of employment as I only have my LLC in my name? Thanks..
Thanks for watching! I have heard of one person who has done it self employed and he said that in lieu of a work contract he had a client write a letter stating they had ongoing business. That worked for him. I do believe having 18k in the bank is sufficient.
I am in brazil right now and really don't want to leave the country - is it possible to get this visa while still in Brazil or do you have to leave the US? Also did your income get taxed with this visa?
@@coachingbyamanda hi there! Unfortunately, I have not met anyone from the USA who has successfully obtained this visa while in Brazil. Other nationalities seem to do it with ease 😅 Hopefully, someone who can help you will chime in, here in the comments!
@@TheTMax Thank you so much! I wonder why this is. Looks like I will have to go back to the US. Also appx how long did it take for this visa to get approved? Btw thank you for such an informtive video
I am self-employed. I do online contracted work for online businesses in marketing. However, I pay myself through my own LLC. Would I still qualify?
My understanding is that the Brazilian government wants to make sure you have enough money to support yourself while in the country.
If you can show proof of funds, I'm sure there's a way to still get the visa. You could probably write yourself a contract with the LLC that outlines your position and your ability to work remotely, and that would suffice.
I don't have personal experience with this, but hopefully someone who does have experience chimes in🤩
@@TheTMax yes, I hired a lawyer and they recommended that I do exactly just that.
And as far as the background check goes, the FBI sufficed for you?
No need for state or local?
@@MalikCasonadio Only needed the FBI background check 😀
Hi, has anyone tried to renew this visa for a 3rd year ? How did it went ?
In October the visa will be two years old, so we'll see if anyone is granted a 3rd year on the visa.
Thank you, don’t you have to apply 1 or few months in advance to renew ? If yes we should already hear of people getting denied or approved for a 3rd year
Was there anyone at the Brazilian police station that spoke English or was all this down in Portuguese
There was an English speaking staff there helping a couple when I arrived. However, I did the process in Portuguese.
Question? I am a flight attendant and I want to live in Rio. My base is NYC, so I'll be traveling /comuting from Rio to USA to work. Does the Digital Nomad Visa cover me? All of my work is done on an aircraft within the USA and abroad. All of my flights originate and end in the USA. I am a little confused about the "Digital" aspect of the term.
How long will you actually be in Rio? Because if it's less than 180 days in a year, you can just get a 90-day tourist visa and then extend for an additional 90-days. It would be faster, easier, and cheaper. My understanding of what makes it a digital nomad visa is the fact that you do not earn money from the host nation's economy, but you spend your foreign money there. So, I think you're good.
My goal is to work for two weeks in the USA and live in Brazil for two weeks. That amounts to 180 days in a year. Each month, I will be in Brazil for two weeks straight. I am guessing that the 90-day visa is not for a consecutive 90 days. That changes everything. I will watch your video on the tourist visa application process.
Also, would you happen to know how to secure an apartment in Brazil? Do you know of a trusted rental agency? I have been scouring the internet with no real luck.@@TheTMax
I need to add to my last reply. If I apply for the 90-day visa, is that the same as the eVisa / tourist visa? I didn't see any videos on obtaining the original 90-day visa on your sight...only how to renew it. No problem, I did find a site for the eVisa for tourists. I'll check it out later. Thanks for the initial reply.@@TheTMax
Mds quanta coisa precisa pagar 😮
"The weather is phenomenal"? Fala sério que vc prefere suar hahahaha
Sim, mas acho que é pior para os brasileiros que querem ir aos Estados Unidos🫤
Amo esta clima😍 Prefiro suar que congelar🫠
@@TheTMax ah com certeza! Os Estados Unidos sempre dificulta tudo pros estrangeiros. E eu prefiro congelar hahahaha
Kkkk 🥵=☺️ E ouvi que é difícil entrar o meu país 🫤 Se você quer visitar vou com você para ajudar😉
Hi can someone in Africa, working remotely get this digital nomad visa?
I found this link on Brazil's website, maybe it will be helpful, as it separates requirements based on country, as I'm sure different countries in Africa have different rules for entry into Brazil drive.google.com/file/d/1nPzGsCecZnQnckafCOCj4pxSDEL3X2RT/view
They allow you to open a bank account
I have a residence number now, so that's my next goal. When I get to Belo Horizonte I plan to try. If I'm successful, I'll definitely make a video😉
I just got my visa approved and plane ticket booked, did you have to present a return flight and did you have to have any documents ready at the airport other than passport stamp/visa application stapled to present to Brazilian immigration once you arrived at the airport?
Congrats! I only had to show my passport with the visa application stapled inside. Nothing else😁
@@TheTMax Thanks !
Congratulations on your visa approval
Can you kindly share information did you submitted bank balance 18k or Bank statement? How was the contract for you as self employed ( details)
Thanks you
@@monibpactpal7702 I wrote a contract that I was employed by own company with the typical details that a work contract has including how payments are made, vacation, etc. They did indeed ask me if it was correct to verify I meant to sign my own work contract, I explained to them that yes I am the owner and included my company filing with the work contract. All of this was signed and taken to secretary of state in the U.S. to be apostilled. Secondly, the clause about 18k balance only applies to those are employed by a business, not self employed. And it's not 18k balance alone, you still have to show some income, they admitted to writing this incorrectly on their own website. The 18k balance is both if you have 18k and make less than 1,500 a month. I provided bank statements showing a minimum of $1,500 in income with the invoices that I issued to my clients to collect those payments (I am a service based business). I made sure to highlight the transactions on the statements as I was using a personal account for my banking at the time so it includes some personal expenses/revenues that confuse them. A business account with business transactions only would be easy but I made a schedule for them. That was pretty much it.
@@joeyassyrian
Thank you for responding and taking the time. For someone who runs a media news website, creates daily content, and generates around $2,000 monthly from ads, what would you recommend as the best way to present proof of remote work?
Max your birth certificate and fbi form need Apostile
If you apply from Brazil, yes. Applying from the USA, I did not need to do it.
Pure benefit of brazil,
You just live there pull money from outside to Brazil
I am thoroughly enjoying my time here, so the benefit is mutual 😃
For this nomad visa even if i had 400000 in the bank but no remote job i am still not a candidate for a nomad visa???
If you have that kind of cash, you could probably just apply for the retirement visa, which only requires you show proof of funds and to affirm that you won't work in Brazil. www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-manila/embassy-of-brazil-in-manila/consular-services/retirement-visa-2013-vitem-xiv
Was your health insurance paid per month, or did you have to pay it all up front?
I paid the annual premium up front. They do have a monthly option, but it ends up being more expensive in the end.
I paid for health insurance through SafetyWing during my entire stay, the consulate only asks for printed the paper (date of arrival > date of return). After getting my visa approved, what I did is just cancelled when I passed immigration in Brazil. SafetyWing will give you a refund for the remaining days the moment you cancel the membership, so I basically paid $0.
Brazil is a country that has universal healthcare (SUS) either way, which applies to all foreigners as well.
I checked and that insurance is 1100 USD for 1 year.
AFAIK, applying in Brazil doesn't require the Health Insurance, so this is one advantage.
Let me know if you find something cheaper