The Visa & Entry Tracker.
Entry rules for 30 destinations, checked against official government sources and stamped with the date we verified them. Built to be cited.
Last verification pass: 28 July 2026
Americas.
Brazil's visa policy is based on reciprocity. Effective 10 April 2025, citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, and Japan now require an e-Visa (replacing prior visa-free access). Mexico and France citizens required e-Visas since January 2026. Citizens of other countries enjoy visa-free or MERCOSUR exemptions. E-Visa applicants must provide passport (valid 6+ months), biometric photo, proof of funds, and onward ticket. Processing via the official e-Visa portal at brazil.vfsevisa.com typically takes 5–7 business days. Yellow fever vaccination required if arriving from endemic regions.
The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) remains required for Visa Waiver Program citizens. The ESTA fee increased from $14 to $21 effective 1 January 2026. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) proposed significant changes in early 2026—including mobile-only application, social media history (5 years), biometric uploads, and enhanced family background checks—but these changes remain in public comment phase and are not yet implemented as of July 2026. ESTA validity: two years. Current status is stable for most travellers; proposed changes have not taken effect.
Citizens of visa-exempt countries must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before flying to Canada. The eTA is a digital travel permit linked to the passport, valid for up to five years or until passport expiry (whichever comes first), permitting multiple short stays of up to six months each. U.S. citizens and permanent residents of the United States are exempt and do not require an eTA or visa. Failure to hold a valid eTA results in denial of boarding. The system has been in place since 2015 with no major changes in 2025–2026; status remains stable.