Brazilian citizenship by birth
- Citizenship for the child
- Citizenship for the parents
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Brazil follows the principle of jus soli (right of the soil), under which any child born on the country’s territory automatically acquires citizenship regardless of the parents’ nationality. The mother and father gain the right to a simplified naturalization process — they can apply for citizenship after just one year of permanent residence. This makes childbirth in Brazil an attractive option for family immigration with fast access to a second citizenship.
Visa-free access to more than 160 jurisdictions, including all Schengen area countries, the United Kingdom, Japan and Hong Kong. Simplified visa procedures for the United States, Canada and Australia.
Unlimited right to live, work and run a business in Mercosur member states, including Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay and Bolivia, giving Brazilian citizens freedom to choose their place of residence and work.
Free medical care through the unified public healthcare system (SUS) allows Brazilian citizens to avoid extra expenses when receiving treatment in modern clinics.
Brazilian passport holders can apply for Portuguese citizenship through a simplified procedure — in some cases after just two years of residence in Portugal, compared to the standard five years.
Brazilian citizens can obtain a B1/B2 tourist visa to the United States for up to 10 years through a streamlined procedure.
All expectant mothers in Brazil receive a detailed birth plan agreed with their attending physician and the heads of the maternity and neonatology departments.
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Brazilian citizenship significantly expands opportunities for international mobility. With a Brazilian passport, you can visit 165 countries and territories visa-free, including all Schengen area countries, the United Kingdom, Russia, China, Japan, Hong Kong, and jurisdictions in South America and the Caribbean. Brazilian citizens also benefit from simplified visa procedures for the United States, Canada, and Australia.
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Provide your family with new opportunities through Brazilian citizenship
Automatically acquires citizenship by birthright on Brazilian territory
Can apply for citizenship after 1 year of permanent residence in Brazil
During the preparation for your flight, upon arrival in Brazil, and after you give birth, a team of experienced specialists will provide necessary assistance and offer the following services:
To make your stay in Brazil interesting and fulfilling, we offer a variety of activities led by our specialists.
iWorld lawyers provide personalized consultation with a migration expert who explains in detail all aspects of the Brazilian citizenship program for children born in Brazil. Our specialists will help you choose the most suitable service package based on your goals and capabilities. The company's team will draw up an individual travel preparation plan, taking into account all your wishes and circumstances.
iWorld's certified lawyers will provide professional assistance in collecting and preparing all the documents necessary to participate in the program. The company's specialists will select the best clinic in Brazil that meets your requirements and quality standards. The team will develop a personalized pregnancy management program to ensure comfort and confidence at every stage.
The program coordinator representing the iWorld team will take care of all flight arrangements, including selecting the optimal route and booking airline tickets. The company's specialists will select comfortable accommodation in Brazil that meets your preferences and budget. You will be provided with a detailed plan for your stay in the country to ensure that your trip goes smoothly and without unnecessary worries.
iWorld specialist will meet you at the airport in Brazil and arrange a convenient transfer to your accommodation. The coordinator will help you check into your apartment and resolve any initial issues. The company's specialists will provide support in adapting to the new environment so that you can feel comfortable from the very first days.
The curator will organize a tour of the selected clinic so that you can personally see the high level of service. iWorld specialists will accompany you at all stages of concluding a medical service contract and ensure the transparency of the process. Company representatives will be present during your visits to doctors and necessary medical examinations so that you can be confident in the quality of the services provided.
On the day of childbirth, a supervisor will be at the clinic to promptly resolve any issues and provide the necessary assistance. After the birth of the child, iWorld lawyers will provide full support in registering all Brazilian documents for the child. The company's specialists will help parents obtain Brazilian citizenship, providing professional support at every stage.
Our specialists have personally gone through the process of obtaining Brazilian citizenship through the birth program and are happy to share their experience with you. They know all the nuances and will help organize everything so that you feel confident, comfortable, and at ease in Brazil.
According to Article 12 of the Brazilian Constitution with amendments No. 54/2007 and the provisions of the "Citizenship" law, persons born in Brazil are immediately granted Brazilian citizenship by jus soli (right of the soil). The parents of a newborn Brazilian can obtain citizenship through an expedited procedure: they must obtain permanent residence based on family reunification and live in the country for one year, without leaving it for more than one month.
To obtain Brazilian citizenship, parents need to prepare the following documents:
Siblings of the newborn can apply for temporary citizenship, which can be converted into permanent citizenship if the application is submitted within 2 years after they reach adulthood. Other family members, including grandparents, may also obtain second citizenship.
Foreigners in Brazil can use free public hospitals if they have a local medical insurance policy or choose paid childbirth in private clinics. The best hospitals are located in Florianopolis — Ilha Hospital and Santa Helena.
The Brazilian passport provides visa-free access to 18 South American countries, including all MERCOSUR member states (Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Uruguay).
With a Brazilian passport, one can quickly legalize residence in Portugal based on membership in the Community of Portuguese Language Countries. Brazilian citizens can obtain Portuguese citizenship through a simplified scheme, with the required residence period as a permanent resident reduced to 3 years.
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