Immigration News - COVID-19, Brazil COVID-19: Immigration deadlines extended Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) September 1, 2021 IMPACT – MEDIUM The Brazilian government extended its immigration deadlines and emergency COVID-19 health measures until March 15, 2022. Key Points: Foreign nationals whose immigration documents expired after March 16, 2020, have until March 15, 2022, to obtain or register permanent residence or a temporary visa. Foreign nationals will not be penalized for an excess of stay or a delay in registration if they complete the registration before March 15, 2022. Passports, identification documents and criminal background certificates issued abroad that expire after March 16, 2020, will be accepted in the immigration process as long as the individual remained a resident of Brazil and seeks to become regularized by March 15, 2022. BAL Analysis: Officials made the decision to extend the immigration deadlines and emergency health measures due to the ongoing global pandemic. The response to COVID-19 continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available. This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com. Copyright © 2021 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries, please contact copyright@bal.com.