title: Brazilian Visa Requirements for France (2026) slug: brazilian-citizen-visa-requirements-for-france description: Brazilians get 90 days visa-free in France for tourism. Work and long-term study need a national visa first.

Brazilian Visa Requirements for France (2026)

Direct answer: No visa needed for tourism — Brazilian citizens can enter France visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Work or study beyond a short course requires a French national long-stay visa.

Visa Requirements At a Glance

Visa Type	Typical Validity	Typical Processing Time	e-Visa / VOA	Fee Range
Visa-free Schengen tourism	90 days per 180-day period	Instant at border	Not needed	Free
National work visa (VLS-TS)	1 year, renewable	A few weeks to a couple months	No VOA; apply at consulate	varies — check official source
Student long-stay visa	Course length	A few weeks to a couple months	No VOA; apply at consulate	varies — check official source

FAQs

Do Brazilians need a visa to visit France? No, for tourism up to 90 days within a 180-day window, entry is visa-free.

Do Brazilians need a visa to work in France? Yes, a long-stay work visa (VLS-TS) tied to a job offer or, for some professions, a talent passport is required before travel.

Can a Brazilian study a short course in France without a visa? Yes, courses under 90 days generally fall under the tourist exemption, but anything longer needs a student long-stay visa.

How long does a French student visa take for a Brazilian applicant? Typically a few weeks to a couple of months — apply as soon as the acceptance letter is issued.

Do Brazilians need ETIAS to enter France once it's active? Yes, ETIAS will be a low-cost pre-travel authorization on top of the existing 90-day visa-free allowance, not a replacement for a visa.

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