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What is the change? Today, the Ministry of Justice published three regulations (Portarias nº 7, 8 e 9) establishing procedures for students (including interns), those seeking medical treatment in Brazil, and neighboring nationals of non-Mercosur countries.
What does the change mean? Effective immediately, these regulations list specific requirements for the above categories of individuals to apply for temporary visas or residence authorization.
Background: These additional Regulations (Portarias) clarify certain important scenarios and list the documentary requirements for each category.
BAL Analysis: These new regulations provide flexibility to certain immigrants by allowing them to choose between applying for a temporary visa processed at the Brazilian Consulate prior to entry, or to seek residence authorization while in Brazil if they are in-country under another status, as long as they have the required documents. The residence authorization application will be submitted to the Federal Police and the authorization is valid for one to two years (depending on the case). Applicants should note that a proof of immunization from the National Health Institute (ANVISA) of Brazil is required for residence authorization.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group in Brazil. For additional information, please contact brazil@bal.com.
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