Digital Nomad Visa · British applicants
Brazil digital nomad visa for British applicants (2026)
For British applicants, the Digital Nomad Visa works on the same terms as everyone else: a €1,380/month income bar (Approximately €1,380/month (US$1,500) from foreign sources.), up to 2 years, renewable. Post-Brexit, British applicants are third-country nationals here, so the full non-EU application process applies.
Key facts for British applicants
- Minimum income
- €1,380/month — Approximately €1,380/month (US$1,500) from foreign sources.
- Maximum stay
- Up to 2 years, renewable
- Processing time
- 2–6 weeks at the consulate depending on workload.
- Fees
- Varies by nationality — roughly US$100–300. Confirm with the consulate where you apply.
- Family
- Spouse or partner and dependent children may accompany the visa holder.
- Health insurance
- Required — must be valid for the full stay
How to apply from the UK
1Confirm you clear the bar
Brazil requires Approximately €1,380/month (US$1,500) from foreign sources., plus €16,560 in savings. Run your numbers through our income checker first — it is the fastest way to rule countries in or out.
2Apply from the UK
British applicants typically file at the Brazil consulate with jurisdiction over their place of residence. Apply at the Brazilian consulate serving your place of residence.
3Prepare for the permit stage
After the consulate issues your visa, complete the local registration and residence-permit steps on arrival — timelines for this stage are in the full Brazil guide linked below.
4Sort tax before you fly
Tax residency usually follows 183+ days of presence, and your home country may still want a return. Read the tax notes below, then confirm your position with a qualified advisor.
Tax notes
183 days of presence in any 12-month period makes you a Brazilian tax resident, taxable on worldwide income. Plan the length of your stay accordingly.
Tax rules are simplified here and change often. Confirm your position with a qualified tax advisor before making decisions.
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Not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently and consulates interpret them differently. Always verify current requirements with the official consulate or immigration authority before applying. Official source: Ministério das Relações Exteriores — Itamaraty (official portal).