The Embassy of Portugal in Brasília announced that, from April 17, visa applications in Brazil must be submitted in person at VFS offices and postal applications sent after April 16 will be returned. The government says the move aims to “ensure greater efficiency and proximity to users,” but it will make applying harder for Brazilians who live far from VFS centres. Those planning travel to Portugal from Brazil should schedule appointments early and check the Embassy and VFS websites for procedures and required documents.
Brazilians lose postal visa option from April
Monday, 2 March 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
The Embassy of Portugal in Brasília is Portugal's main diplomatic mission in Brazil, responsible for political relations and overseeing consular services. It handles visas, passports and consular help for Portuguese citizens, and Brazilians or residents should check the embassy or nearby consulates for updated visa procedures mentioned in the recent news.
