Brazil Visa Photo Requirements (2026)
US citizens no longer need a visa — or a visa photo — for Brazil. For those who still need a Brazilian visa, here are the exact photo requirements.
US citizens: no visa photo needed for Brazil.
Brazil and the US restored mutual visa-free travel in October 2023. US citizens can visit Brazil for up to 90 days with just a valid passport — no visa, no visa photo, no pre-travel application required.
No visa needed. No photo needed. Just a valid US passport (6+ months validity remaining). Skip to the FAQ section.
Or you are a Brazilian national renewing your passport in the US. Read on for photo specifications.
Brazil Visa Photo Requirements (for those who need a visa)
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Size | 2×2 inches (51×51mm) — same as US passport |
| Background | Plain white or off-white |
| Color | Full color |
| Expression | Neutral — no smiling |
| Eyes | Open, looking at camera |
| Glasses | Not permitted |
| Head covering | Not permitted (religious exceptions apply) |
| Recency | Within the last 6 months |
| Print quality | Standard matte or semi-matte photo paper |
Brazilian Passport Photo — Different Size (3×4cm)
Brazilian passport photos use 3×4cm — not 2×2 inch and not 35×45mm.
If you are a Brazilian national renewing your passport at a US consulate, you need 3×4cm (30mm wide × 40mm tall) photos. Most US pharmacies do not offer this size — ask specifically for '3 by 4 centimeter' or use an online tool that prints to this format.
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Brazil Visa Photo FAQ
Do US citizens need a visa photo for Brazil?
No — US citizens do not need a visa to visit Brazil for tourism, business, or transit for stays up to 90 days, extendable to 180 days per year. As of October 1, 2023, Brazil and the United States restored mutual visa-free travel. You do not need a visa photo, a visa application, or any pre-travel approval. Just your valid US passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay) is sufficient.
Who still needs a Brazil visa photo?
Citizens of some countries still require a Brazilian visa and a corresponding photo. The visa photo requirements for Brazil are: 2×2 inch (51×51mm) format, white or off-white background, color, recent (within 6 months), neutral expression, no glasses, face centered and clearly visible. Some visa categories (student, work, religious visas) require in-person appointments at Brazilian consulates regardless of nationality.
What are the Brazilian passport photo requirements?
Brazilian passport photos use a 3×4cm (30×40mm) format — different from both US passports (2×2 inch) and EU passports (35×45mm). The background must be plain white. Expression should be neutral with mouth closed and eyes open. No glasses. Both ears should be visible. The photo must have been taken within the last 6 months. Brazilian nationals in the US renew their passport at one of many Brazilian consulates across the US.
Can I use a US passport photo for a Brazilian visa application?
If you still need a Brazilian visa (e.g., you are not a US citizen, or you are applying for a non-tourist visa category), the photo requirements are the same 2×2 inch format as US passport photos. A freshly taken US passport photo with a white background will meet Brazilian visa photo requirements. However, Brazilian passport renewal photos are 3×4cm — a different format not produced at standard US pharmacy photo centers.
Where are Brazilian consulates in the US?
The Brazilian consulate network in the US includes: Washington D.C. (Embassy), New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, San Francisco, Atlanta, and Boston. The Brazilian consulate is the correct location to apply for a Brazilian passport renewal, visa services for non-exempt nationalities, and other consular services. Wait times vary — some consulates offer online appointment booking through the itamaraty.gov.br portal.
What changed with US-Brazil travel in 2023?
In 2019, Brazil unilaterally eliminated visa requirements for US, Canadian, Australian, and Japanese citizens. The US did not immediately reciprocate, which led to friction. In October 2023, both countries formally restored full visa-free travel reciprocally. US citizens can now visit Brazil for up to 90 days per entry (extendable to 180 days per year) without any visa, visa application, or e-Visa. No photo is required for entry.
What photo format does Brazil use for its passports?
Brazilian passports require a 3×4cm photo — that's 30mm wide by 40mm tall. This is different from both US (2×2 inch / 51×51mm) and European (35×45mm) formats. Most US pharmacies do not offer this exact size by default, so Brazilian-Americans often use Brazilian photo studios, an online tool that outputs correctly sized prints, or Brazilian community resources. The background must be plain white.
Is there a Brazilian e-Visa for nationalities that need a visa?
Yes. Brazil has an e-Visa system for eligible nationalities that allows online applications without visiting a consulate. The e-Visa photo upload requirements typically ask for a recent passport-style photo in JPEG format, white or light background, face clearly visible. Check the Brazilian government's official visa portal (visto.itamaraty.gov.br) for exact digital photo specifications for your nationality.