Outline
Looking for Brazil visa Houston help? Sam’s Passport Inc. is a licensed and registered company with the Brazilian Consulate. We prepare tourist, business, and work files in Houston — including consulate sticker visas (VITUR / VITEM) and electronic visas for eligible travelers — then return your passport by FedEx or local delivery when the consulate releases it.
Whether you live in Texas or ship overnight from another state, call (713) 784-5501 with your travel date so we can match the right path: e-Visa by email, or a Tuesday/Thursday consulate submission.
Who this Brazil visa service is for
Use this page if you need a Brazil visa from the United States. Each category has its own documents, fees, and timeline.
- Tourist VITUR — consulate tourist sticker when e-Visa is not the right path for your case.
- Business VITEM II — meetings and short business visits filed at the consulate.
- Work VITEM V — employment / technical work (including RN categories) with MRE-related paperwork.
- Tourist E-Visa — electronic tourist visa for eligible U.S., Canada, and Australia passport holders (email submission).
- Business E-Visa — electronic business visa for eligible U.S., Canada, and Australia passport holders (email submission).
U.S. citizens and legal U.S. residents can work with our Houston office. Non-U.S. citizens typically need proof of legal status in the United States (notarized Green Card copy, or a valid U.S. visa plus I-94).
Important notes
Sam’s Passport Inc. is a Licensed and Registered Company with Brazilian Consulate. Consulate applications can only be submitted on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Effective April 2025, nationals of Australia, Canada, Japan and the United States need a visa to travel to Brazil for tourism or business. Many eligible travelers use the e-Visa path (documents emailed; visa returned by email). Others still need a consulate sticker filing — we will confirm which path fits your passport and trip.
Houston Consulate jurisdiction for many sticker filings includes Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. Out-of-jurisdiction tourist sticker filings may incur additional service fees.
We FedEx or deliver your passport back to your address as soon as the consulate releases it. For e-Visa cases, the approved visa is typically emailed once issued — no passport drop-off is required when the file is fully electronic.
E-Visa vs consulate filing
Visa agencies and travel sites usually split Brazil into two tracks. We use the same practical split so you do not ship a passport when email scans are enough:
- E-Visa (tourist / business) — online application support, JPEG passport bio page and photo, itinerary or hotel proof, and Sam’s request form. Typical processing about 5 business days; expediting is generally not available. Government visa fee and our service fee are listed on the e-Visa tabs.
- Consulate sticker (VITUR / VITEM) — full paper file for Houston Tuesday/Thursday submission, including notarized jurisdiction proof and, for business, a detailed company letter of guarantee.
- Work VITEM V — not the same as a visitor e-Visa; technical categories (for example RN 61, RN 71, RN 99, RN 100) need category-specific extras. Call before you gather papers.
How the process works
- Confirm e-Visa or consulate
Tell us your nationality, trip purpose, and travel date. We confirm whether you need Tourist/Business E-Visa or a VITUR / VITEM consulate file.
- Complete the forms
Follow the online Brazil application steps (choose CIDADAO ESTRANGEIRO when the form shows Portuguese options). Download Sam’s Request Form and any sample letters linked in your tab.
- Email scans or ship to Houston
E-Visa: email the JPEG package. Consulate sticker: FedEx or UPS Priority Overnight to 1811 Bering Drive, Suite #100.
- We review and file
Sam’s Passport checks photos, letters, and jurisdiction notes, then submits on an eligible consulate day — or advances your e-Visa package.
- Passport or e-Visa returned
Consulate cases: we FedEx or deliver the passport when released. E-Visa cases: the visa is emailed once issued.
Call
(713) 784-5501 before you overnight a passport so we can confirm fees, Tuesday/Thursday timing, and whether email submission is enough for your Brazil visa Houston filing.
Tourist VITUR
Apply for a Brazil Tourist VITUR (consulate sticker) through Sam’s Passport in Houston. Use this path when e-Visa is not available for your case, or when a consulate filing is required. Houston accepts consulate submissions on Tuesdays and Thursdays for jurisdiction states listed under Proof of jurisdiction.
Required documents
Use this list for a complete Brazil tourist vitur file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport when the passport section asks for them. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Non-U.S. citizens: the applicant must submit either notarized copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Visa application form
There are two options which are written in Portuguese. Please choose CIDADAO ESTRANGEIRO.
Application link will ask the applicant to download photo and signature. Please submit the same 2×2 photo used for the application to our office.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Proof of jurisdiction
Valid notarized copy of one of the following: driver’s license, utility bills, lease or bank statement.
Houston Jurisdiction – Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. – The Consulate of Brazil in Houston only accepts applications for submission on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s.
Tourist visa applications are now jurisdictional, applications that are sent out of jurisdiction for processing will be subject to additional services fees
Proof of travel
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary.
Business VITEM II
Need a Brazil Business VITEM II consulate visa? Sam’s Passport in Houston prepares the notarized company letter of guarantee and supporting documents for meetings and short business travel. If you only need an electronic business visa, use the Business E-Visa tab instead.
Required documents
Use this list for a complete Brazil business vitem ii file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport when the passport section asks for them. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Non-U.S. citizens: the applicant must submit either notarized copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Visa application form
There are two options which are written in Portuguese. Please choose CIDADAO ESTRANGEIRO.
Application link will ask the applicant to download photo and signature. Please submit the same 2×2 photo used for the application to our office.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of guarantee
Original Notarized Letter from the Company in the United States on letterhead stationary signed by a Senior Manager with the original acknowledgment notary stamp and signature with the following criteria listed in the letter:
Nature of business of the U.S. Company with contact details (address/ phone number), Title and phone number of Senior manager that is signing the letter, Applicants Job title, Detailed information of the business and activities matter to be conducted in Brazil,
The clause “The applicant(name) will not be pursuing any activities that are incompatible with a business visa (such as paid work, technical assistance or technical training) during his/her stay in Brazil”, name and contact information for the contact Company and person in Brazil, Expected Travel dates to Brazil, and state the USA Company’s responsibility for the applicant’s maintenance and welfare during their stay in Brazil.
Proof of jurisdiction
Valid notarized copy of one of the following: driver’s license, utility bills, lease or bank statement.
Houston Jurisdiction – Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. – The Consulate of Brazil in Houston only accepts applications for submission on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s.
Proof of travel
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary.
Work VITEM V
A Brazil Work VITEM V is for employment or technical work — not visitor tourism/business e-Visa. Requirements vary by RN category (for example RN 61, RN 71, RN 99, RN 100). Call (713) 784-5501 before you gather papers so we can confirm MRE and Houston submission steps.
Required documents
Use this list for a complete Brazil work vitem v file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport when the passport section asks for them. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Non-U.S. citizens: the applicant must submit either notarized copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Visa application form
There are two options which are written in Portuguese. Please choose CIDADAO ESTRANGEIRO.
Application link will ask the applicant to download photo and signature. Please submit the same 2×2 photo used for the application to our office.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Proof of jurisdiction
Valid notarized copy of one of the following: driver’s license, utility bills, lease or bank statement.
Houston Jurisdiction – Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. – The Consulate of Brazil in Houston only accepts applications for submission on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s.
work visas are not jurisdictional, as long as the MRE approval has been sent to the Houston Consulate prior to submission of visa paperwork for U.S. Citizens.
For Non-U.S. citizens, the applicant will need to provide a proof of U.S. status that he or she is indeed in the United States at the time of the applications submission.
Additional information
For the Technical work visas please contact our office for the specific requirements for each one.
Depending on RN 61, RN71, RN 99 or RN 100 (these are the most common) the additional requirements to the ones listed above are different.
Tourist E-Visa
Apply for a Brazil Tourist E-Visa with Sam’s Passport in Houston. For eligible USA, Canada, and Australia passport holders, the tourist e-Visa is handled by email — you usually do not need to ship the original passport.
Required documents
Requirements for Brazil tourist e-Visa (USA, Canada, Australia passport holders only). All items can be emailed; original documentation is not required for this path.
- Completed Brazil e-Visa application
- Copy of passport information page (JPEG)
- Photo size 2×2, white background, no glasses (JPEG)
- Travel itinerary or hotel reservations
- Sam’s visa request form
Process takes about 5 business days. Expediting is generally not available for this e-Visa path.
Government visa fee: USD 85.90. Our service fee: USD 300. The approved visa is emailed once it is issued.
Required Application Form
Download and complete the Brazil e-Visa application packet, then send it with your JPEG supporting files.
Call
(713) 784-5501 if you are unsure whether tourist e-Visa or Tourist VITUR (consulate sticker) applies to your trip.
Business E-Visa
Need a Brazil Business E-Visa? For eligible USA, Canada, and Australia passport holders, Sam’s Passport in Houston prepares an email-only file — no original passport shipping when the electronic path applies.
Required documents
Requirements for Brazil business e-Visa (USA, Canada, Australia passport holders only). All items can be emailed; original documentation is not required for this path.
- Completed Brazil e-Visa application
- Copy of passport information page (JPEG)
- Photo size 2×2, white background, no glasses (JPG) — make sure both shoulders are visible
- Travel itinerary or hotel reservations
- Letter from either the U.S. or Brazilian company
- Sam’s visa request form
Process takes about 5 business days and is done by email. Government visa fee: USD 85.90. Our service fee: USD 300. The approved visa is emailed once it is issued.
Company letter requirements
The letter should be on company stationery and signed by a manager, director, or supervisor, and must include the points below.
- Nature of the company’s / organization’s business or activities in Brazil
- Applicant’s title, job description, and monthly salary
- Nature of business and activities to be conducted by the applicant in Brazil
- Name(s) and address(es) of Brazilian company(ies) with which the applicant will conduct business
- Contact(s) in Brazil: name(s), phone number(s), and corresponding position(s)
- Expected travel dates
- Affirmation of the company’s financial support of the applicant while in Brazil
- Affirmation that the applicant will not provide any technical assistance or perform any salaried work while in Brazil (such activities require a VITEM V temporary work visa)
Required Application Form
Download and complete the Brazil e-Visa application packet, then email it with your supporting files.
If your trip involves paid work or technical assistance, use the
Work VITEM V tab instead of Business E-Visa. Call
(713) 784-5501 to confirm.
Ship your documents
Ship your Brazil visa documents to Sam’s Passport in Houston with FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Priority Overnight, unless the visa type asks you to email scans. Call (713) 784-5501 before you overnight the package.
Houston office
Sam’s Passport Inc.1811 Bering Drive, Suite #100
Houston, TX 77057
Tel:
(713) 784-5501 What to include in your package
PassportOriginal signed passport plus the applications, photos, and supporting letters listed for your visa type.
Completed applicationsPrinted visa applications plus every supporting document from the visa-type tab.
Call before you shipConfirm your visa type, travel date, and fees at (713) 784-5501. Walk-in drop-off is available at Suite 100. Clients nationwide can ship to the Houston office for Brazil visa Houston filings. We return the passport by FedEx or local delivery as soon as the consulate releases it.
