Global Mindset. Brazilian Soul. Freedom, Simplified.

For more than 25 years, Migravisa has helped foreign nationals, families and companies build a life in Brazil on the right legal footing: visas and residency, CPF and banking, documents and translations, real estate and business. Based in Fortaleza, we serve clients across Brazil and around the world in English, Portuguese and Spanish.

Fortaleza seafront skyline in Ceará, Brazil, on a sunny day
Fortaleza, Ceará. Photo: Isaac Mesquita / Pexels

Your Legal Partner for Life in Brazil

Whether you are investing in Brazil, relocating a team or planning a move with your family, the legal side should not be what slows you down. We look at your case as a whole, from the visa category to the CPF, the bank account and the documents behind them, and we explain each step in plain language before it happens.

Our Solutions

Immigration & Residency

Visas, residence permits, tourist visa extensions and renewals, prepared with care from the first filing.

CPF

Brazilian taxpayer number (CPF) for foreigners, requested from abroad or from inside Brazil.

Legal Advisory

Support for the legal matters that come with living or investing in Brazil: contracts, property, companies and compliance.

Documents & Apostille

Hague apostille, legalization and authentication of documents issued in Brazil or abroad.

Driver's Licenses

Conversion of foreign driver's licenses into a Brazilian license (CNH).

Bank Accounts

Guidance on opening Brazilian bank accounts, including for non-residents, plus international transfers and Central Bank (BACEN) reporting.

Translations

Sworn and simple translations and interpreting, coordinated with the documents your case requires.

Marriage & Family

Marriage, divorce and birth registrations involving foreign nationals before Brazilian authorities.

What Makes Us Different?

25+ Years of Experience

More than 25 years handling immigration and legal matters for international clients, with an experienced team of lawyers.

Multilingual Team

We work in English, Portuguese and Spanish, so nothing important gets lost in translation.

International Network

Trusted partners abroad help us gather documents and coordinate your case wherever you are.

Fully Online

Consultations, document review and follow-up can all happen online, from wherever you live.

What Our Clients Say

Rated 5 out of 5
“I have been working with the Migravisa team for more than 15 years, across many immigration and real estate projects. Whether the situation was highly complex or something quite simple, the support has always been impeccable: clear guidance, quick answers and real attention to detail. After all these years, they are still the first people I call.”
Walter L. - Netherlands
Rated 5 out of 5
“I hired Migravisa to help me obtain my retirementvisa and make the move to Brazil. I cannot thank them enough for their professionalism, expertise, and dedication throughout the entire process. From the beginning, the team at Migravisa was extremely attentive and responsive to my needs. They took the time to carefully explain the process and what I needed to do in order to successfully obtain my permit. They also provided me with valuable advice and guidance to ensure that I had all the necessary documents and information. Throughout the process, they kept me informed and updated on the status of my application. They were always available to answer any questions or concerns that I had, and they made sure that I was prepared for every step of the process."
barbara M. - austria
Rated 5 out of 5
“We worked with Migravisa to prepare everything we needed to have our family reunion visa approved. We were still in Canada at the time, so we were worried about how everything would work out from a distance. The team at Migravisa was incredibly helpful and efficient. They were able to guide us through the entire process, answering any questions we had and making sure that everything was done correctly. Even during the pandemic, the team was able to keep us updated on the status of our application and provide us with the necessary documents and information we needed. They were always available to answer our questions and provide support whenever we needed it. We are incredibly grateful for the professionalism and expertise of the team at Migravisa. They made what could have been a stressful process much easier and smoother for us, and we would definitely recommend their services to anyone looking for help with their immigration needs in Brazil.”
steven D. - canada

Planning Your Move to Brazil?

Every case starts with a conversation. Tell us where you are today and where you want to be, and we will map the legal route, the documents and the timeline with you.