Brazilian investor residency
Brazilian investor residency through qualifying investment, with a potential pathway to citizenship subject to legal eligibility.
Brazil allows foreign nationals to apply for temporary or permanent residency on the basis of a qualifying investment, most commonly in real estate. Residency is granted under Brazilian immigration law (administered by the Ministry of Justice and the Federal Police), and every application is assessed individually. This page explains the general stages involved — it is not legal advice, and timelines are estimates only.
Initial consultation & eligibility review
We discuss your goals, nationality, family situation and budget, and outline the general residency eligibility criteria that may apply. This is a preliminary review, not a legal opinion.
Property selection
We share properties that match your criteria and residency-relevant thresholds, with dated pricing and verified listing details.
Legal & property due diligence
Independent legal counsel reviews the property title, registration and developer standing before any commitment is made.
Qualifying investment & regulated fund transfer
Funds are transferred through regulated banking channels in line with Brazilian foreign-investment and exchange-control rules.
Property registration
The transaction is formally registered with the relevant Brazilian property registry (Cartório de Registro de Imóveis).
Residency application
Your residency application is prepared and submitted to the Brazilian immigration authority (Polícia Federal), based on the qualifying investment.
Family considerations
Where applicable, dependants may be included in the residency application, subject to the applicable legal requirements.
Continuing compliance
Residency conditions, tax registration and reporting obligations are reviewed on an ongoing basis to keep your status in good standing.
Potential future citizenship eligibility
Investor residency is not citizenship, and does not guarantee it. After meeting Brazil's naturalisation requirements — including a minimum period of legal residence, Portuguese language ability and other conditions — a resident may become eligible to apply for citizenship separately. See our citizenship pathway explanation for detail.
Timelines, thresholds and eligibility outlined here are general estimates and can change with Brazilian immigration policy. They are not a substitute for professional legal assessment of your specific circumstances.