Brazil forms
Immigration forms come from multiple agencies. The right form depends on whether your process is consular or handled in-country. VisaMind provides guides, checklists, and common pitfalls based on official sources — not legal advice or eligibility decisions.
8 forms from 2 agencies
Official immigration forms can be complex and error-prone. These guides break down each form's purpose, required documents, and common mistakes — verified against official government sources. Whether you're filing for the first time or renewing, use these references to avoid delays and rejections.
Most common forms
Employment
Work Authorization is an official PF form titled "this form Form this form Application".
- VITEM-WORK: Temporary Visa - Work (VITEM V)
- Incomplete form submission.
- Missing signatures or incorrect fields filled.
The CTPS, or "Work Card Application (Carteira de Trabalho e Previdência Social)", is an official form provided by PF, as detailed in the [National Migration Registry Card Application](/en/brazil/forms/crnm-registration) guide.
- VITEM-WORK: Temporary Visa - Work (VITEM V)
- Incomplete form submission.
- Missing receipt protocol number (protocolo).
- Incorrect or inconsistent personal information.
Citizenship
Naturalization is an official PF form titled "Naturalization Application".
- BRAZILIAN-CITIZENSHIP: Brazilian Citizenship (Naturalization)
- When applying for Brazilian-citizenship — Naturalization is typically required as part of the application
- After filing Naturalization — CRNM-REGISTRATION may be the next step (Must be registered resident first)
- When filing Naturalization alongside CPF-APPLICATION (CPF is required for naturalization application)
- Ensure all residence documents are complete and accurate.
- Verify character references are included as required.
- Confirm all sections are filled and signed to avoid delays.
- Review instructions to ensure all character requirements are met.
General
RER-Visa is an official PF form titled "Visa Application Form (Requerimento)", as described in the [Electronic Visa Application](/en/brazil/forms/evisa-application) guide.
- VIVIS-TOURIST: Visit Visa - Tourism (VIVIS)
- VITEM-WORK: Temporary Visa - Work (VITEM V)
- When applying for Vivis-tourist — RER-Visa is typically required as part of the application
- After filing RER-Visa — CRNM-REGISTRATION may be the next step (Register with Federal Police after arrival)
- When filing RER-Visa alongside WORK-AUTHORIZATION (Employer authorization needed for work visa)
- As an alternative to EVISA-APPLICATION — use RER-Visa when e-Visa for eligible nationalities instead of consular
- Incomplete form sections
- Missing or illegible signatures
- Outdated form editions
Citizens of Australia, Canada, and the United States can apply for the Brazilian e-Visa, as outlined in the [Visa Application Form (Requerimento)](/en/brazil/forms/rervisa-application) guide.
- E-VISA-TOURIST: e-Visa (Tourism)
- Foreign nationals visiting Brazil for tourism, leisure, or visiting family and f.
- Foreign nationals visiting Brazil for business meetings, conferences, or short-t.
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- Foreign nationals visiting Brazil for business meetings, conferences, or short-t…
- Incomplete submission due to missing fields
- Incorrect passport information
Residency
The CRNM, known as the "National Migration Registry Card Application," is an official form provided by PF, as detailed in the [Visa Application Form (Requerimento)](/en/brazil/forms/rervisa-application) guide.
- VITEM-WORK: Temporary Visa - Work (VITEM V)
- RESIDENCE-PERMANENT: Permanent Residence Authorization
- Incomplete form sections
- Missing or illegible signatures
- Outdated form editions
The Residence Renewal form, officially known as the "Residence Permit Renewal Application," is issued by PF.
- When you need to extend your current nonimmigrant status before it expires
- When you want to change from one nonimmigrant classification to another eligible status
- If your current status allows extension or change under the official instructions
- Vitem-work — Renew temporary residence
- Residence-permanent — Renew permanent residence card
- After filing Residence Renewal — CRNM-REGISTRATION may be the next step (Renewal updates existing CRNM registration)
- Ensure all documents are current to avoid expiry issues.
- Verify all sections are complete and include your signature.
- Submit all required documents with the application.
- Confirm passport and CRNM card details are not expired.
Registration
The CPF, or Individual Taxpayer Registry Application (Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas), is an official form provided by PF, as outlined in the [National Migration Registry Card Application](/en/brazil/forms/crnm-registration) guide.
- VITEM-WORK: Temporary Visa - Work (VITEM V)
- RESIDENCE-PERMANENT: Permanent Residence Authorization
- When applying for Vitem-work — CPF is typically required as part of the application
- After filing CPF — CRNM-REGISTRATION may be the next step (CPF needed for residents; obtain after CRNM)
- When filing CPF alongside CTPS-APPLICATION (CPF required for CTPS work card)
- Ensure all documents are complete and signed before submission.
- Verify contact information is current and accurate.
- Review eligibility instructions specific to your category.
- Confirm processing times with the issuing authority before filing.
Common pitfalls across forms
- Inconsistent answers across applications (names, dates, work history).
- Mixing consular processing steps with in-country filing steps.
- Missing signatures or using the wrong filing method.
- Uploading unclear scans or omitting supporting documents.
- Using outdated instructions instead of the latest official guidance.
Looking beyond Brazil? Form requirements can vary by country and case type.