Brazilian citizens can generally visit Schengen Area without a visa

No, Brazilian citizens can visit the Schengen Area (27 European countries) visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. No advance application is currently required. When ETIAS launches (expected late 2026), you will need a simple online authorization costing €20, but this is not a visa.

ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is a new electronic pre-travel authorization — similar to the US ESTA or UK ETA. It is expected to launch in late 2026. Once active, all Brazilian travelers must obtain ETIAS online (€20, valid for 3 years) before flying to any Schengen country. Most applications will be approved within minutes.

You can stay for up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across all Schengen countries combined. This is not 90 days per country — time spent in France, Spain, Germany, etc. all counts toward the same 90-day limit. Use the European Commission's Short Stay Calculator to check your remaining days if you visit Europe frequently.

Brazilians can visit all 27 Schengen Area countries visa-free: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. Note: the UK, Ireland, and Cyprus are NOT part of Schengen and have separate entry requirements.

At minimum: a valid passport (3+ months validity beyond departure, issued within last 10 years). Immigration officers may also ask for: proof of accommodation, return/onward flight, travel insurance, and evidence of financial means. Having these documents readily accessible — even on your phone — prevents delays at the border.

No. The visa-free entry is strictly for tourism, business meetings, visiting family, attending conferences, and other short-term non-employment activities. Any form of paid or unpaid work requires a separate work visa or residence permit from the specific country.

Overstaying is taken seriously and can result in: fines at the border when leaving, an entry ban of up to 5 years for the entire Schengen Area, a record in the Schengen Information System (SIS), and negative impact on future visa applications worldwide (including US and UK visas). Always track your days and leave before the 90-day limit.

Travel insurance is not currently mandatory for visa-free travelers, but it is strongly recommended. Medical costs in Europe can be extremely high without insurance. When ETIAS launches, insurance may become a requirement. Coverage of at least €30,000 for medical emergencies and repatriation — matching Schengen visa standards — is advisable.

No. The UK is not part of the Schengen Area and has completely separate entry requirements. Brazilian citizens need a UK ETA (£16) to visit the United Kingdom. A Schengen authorization or visa does not grant access to the UK, and a UK ETA does not grant access to Schengen countries.

Yes, all travelers — including children — will need ETIAS authorization. However, children under 18 and adults over 70 are exempt from the €20 fee. Parents or guardians can apply on behalf of minors through the same online portal.