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Brazil visa for Kenyan citizens
Entry requirement
Kenyan citizens need a visa for Brazil, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- Brazil visa guide
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at gov.br
Which Brazil visa?
Visit visa (VIVIS) and visa-free visits
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days; extendable to a maximum of 180 days in a year
Apply on Consulado-Geral do Brasil em Istambul – Visto de visita
Brazil’s official site for the tourist visa is gov.br. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Up to 90 days; extendable to a maximum of 180 days in a year.
Brazilian missions in Kenya
Brazil has 1 mission in Kenya, with its embassy in Nairobi.
Brazilian citizens travelling to Kenya
BrazilKenya Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Kenya visa for citizens of Brazil
Travel advice for Brazil
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Kenya to Brazil, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Brazil at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 30 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Brazil (updated 28 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Brazil (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Kenyan citizens can stay in Brazil
How long Kenyan citizens may stay in Brazil is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Kenyan citizens apply
In Kenya, applications go to the Brazilian embassy in Nairobi, or to a visa centre acting for Brazil; fees, documents and processing times are published by Brazil.
Brazil’s neighbours for Kenyan citizens
Peru, Uruguay, Paraguay, Venezuela and Argentina require Kenyan citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Brazilian citizens travelling to Kenya
Before flying to Kenya, Brazilian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.
Frequently asked questions
Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Brazil?
Kenyan citizens need a visa for Brazil, obtained before travel.
Where is the Brazilian embassy in Kenya?
The Brazilian embassy in Kenya is in Nairobi.
Do Brazilian citizens need a visa for Kenya?
Before flying to Kenya, Brazilian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.
Can Kenyan citizens enter Brazil visa-free?
No; Kenyan citizens need a visa for Brazil obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.