Brazil

Visitor visa (B1/B2) appointment wait times by consulate. Updated June 23, 2026.

Sao Paulo

Moderate

Visitor (B1/B2)

131 days

Student (F/M/J)

46 days

Other

72 days

Sao Paulo — 12-month trend

Rio de Janeiro

Moderate

Visitor (B1/B2)

172 days

Student (F/M/J)

60 days

Other

95 days

Rio de Janeiro — 12-month trend

Brasilia

Moderate

Visitor (B1/B2)

132 days

Student (F/M/J)

46 days

Other

73 days

Brasilia — 12-month trend

Brazil Visa Appointment FAQs

How accurate are these wait times for Brazil?

Wait times reflect a snapshot of the next available standard visitor visa appointment slot at each post. They can shift by days or weeks based on staffing changes, local holidays, and demand spikes, so always confirm the live figure on the embassy or consulate booking site before finalizing travel plans.

What is an emergency or expedited appointment?

Most posts offer an expedite request process for urgent travel needs (medical emergencies, funeral travel, business-critical trips). Approval criteria and availability vary by post and are decided case by case.

Does a long wait time affect my visa approval chances?

No — wait time only reflects appointment scheduling availability at that post, not the likelihood of visa approval. Approval depends on your individual application and consular interview.