Can I re-enter Brazil on a tourist visa after student visa expires?
I am a student from the UK, and I will be finishing my semester here in Rio de Janeiro in mid June. My student visa expires on 3rd August, however I intend to leave the country on 17th July in order to go travelling around South America for a month.
My problem is that I want to re-enter the country on 18th August in order to collect some luggage which I don't want to take with me on my travels. My return flight to London is 20th August. I am just wondering if I will be able to re-enter the country on a tourist visa, just for a night or two, considering my student visa will have expired by this point?
Any help would be much appreciated! Thanks!
Best Answer
You should get confirmation from immigration, but I'm quite sure that whether you had a student visa for Brazil does not affect your obtaining a tourist visa afterwards.
As a British citizen you can obtain a visa/stamp at the border. Upon entry, you might be asked to show proof of future departure.
My point above is related to the fact that on a tourist visa, you're only allowed to stay in Brazil for a total of 180 days within a 12 month period. But, as said, I don't think that having stayed in Brazil on a student visa adds up to that.
Here's a host of info on visas for Brazil:
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What happens if you overstay your tourist visa in Brazil?
If you overstay your visa in Brazil, you will be fined at least 120 Brazilian reals per day and given a 6-month ban once you leave. If the authorities in Brazil catch you overstaying your visa, you will be fined at least 120 Brazilian reals per day by the Pol\xedcia Federal.Can I renew my tourist visa in Brazil?
You may be able to extend your tourist visa in Brazil from 90 days to 180 continuous days if you follow the rules. Your passport must also be from a country that Brazil allows to extend.Can you reapply for a tourist visa?
To reapply, you must complete a new application form, pay the application fee, and schedule an appointment for a new interview. Review the website of the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where you plan to reapply to learn about any reapplication procedures.How long can you stay in Brazil on a student visa?
They are valid for only 90 days and cannot be extended. You must obtain the visa from the Brazilian consulate in your area of jurisdiction and in some cases; a personal visit to the consulate may be required. You should apply for a visa from the consulate whose area of jurisdiction includes your permanent home.How to get a long term visa in Brazil the easy way!
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