Visa & Entry Information | ICBTM 2027 Recife, Brazil

Essential Entry Requirement

Passport Validity: 6-Month Rule

All international participants entering Brazil must hold a passport valid for at least six (6) months beyond their planned arrival date. Please verify your passport expiration date well in advance of making flight and hotel reservations.

Conference Dates

March 15 – 18, 2027
Recife, Brazil

Requirements by Country

Visa Regulations by Nationality

Entry regulations for scientific conference attendees categorized by country and citizenship.

Visa-Exempt (Up to 90 Days)

EU, UK, Mercosur, East Asia & More

Citizens of the European Union, United Kingdom, Ireland, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Mercosur member countries are exempt from visitor visa requirements for tourist or conference stays of up to 90 days.

A valid passport, proof of return ticket, and ICBTM conference registration voucher are recommended at immigration.

Online Electronic Visa (e-Visa)

India (Electronic Visa Available)

Indian passport holders can apply conveniently for an electronic visa (e-Visa) 100% online without submitting physical passports to the consulate. Processing is generally rapid and approved visas are issued digitally via email.

Official e-Visa Portal: brazil.vfsevisa.com

Policy Verification Required

United States, Canada & Australia

Citizens of the USA, Canada, and Australia should verify the latest bilateral visa policy. Brazil periodically updates its reciprocal visa requirements. Travelers may utilize the electronic e-Visa platform if required.

Check current updates directly on the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Portal Consular).

Consular Visa Required

African Countries & Other Nations

Participants holding passports from most African nations and several other international jurisdictions must obtain a visitor visa through the nearest Brazilian embassy or consulate prior to travel.

We strongly encourage starting your application at least 6–8 weeks in advance. Contact the committee for a formal Visa Support Letter.

Official Invitation

Request an ICBTM 2027 Visa Support Letter

Registered attendees and authors of accepted abstracts requiring an official consular invitation letter can obtain one from the ICBTM Organizing Secretariat. Please ensure you have completed your registration or abstract submission first.

Please include in your request email: