Legal Residency in Brazil Through Real Estate Investment
We manage the complete legal process — from selecting your investment to receiving your residency card. Citizens from any country welcome.
Book a Free ConsultationMinimum Investment
R$700,000 (~USD 130,000) in the Northeast, or R$1,000,000 (~USD 190,000) in other regions. Residential, commercial, or land. Multiple properties may be combined.
| Region | BRL | USD (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
Northeast Region Bahia, Ceará, Pernambuco… | R$ 700,000 | ~USD 130,000 |
Other Regions São Paulo, Rio, Santa Catarina… | R$ 1,000,000 | ~USD 190,000 |
What we handle for you
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Obtain Your CPF
Obtenção do CPF (Cadastro de Pessoa Física)
The CPF is Brazil's individual taxpayer number — required for every step that follows. Apply at a Brazilian consulate abroad, at the Receita Federal office in Brazil, or online.
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Open a Brazilian Bank Account
Abertura de conta bancária
Open a non-resident account (conta de não residente) at a major Brazilian bank to receive your international wire transfer and complete the property purchase.
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Transfer Funds & Central Bank Registration
Transferência e registro no Banco Central (SISBACEN)
Transfer your investment funds from abroad through an authorized exchange institution with a formal exchange contract (contrato de câmbio), registered in the SISBACEN system. Proof of lawful origin of funds is required.
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Property Selection & Legal Due Diligence
Escolha do imóvel e análise jurídica
Your attorney verifies the property deed (escritura), checks for liens (negativa de ônus), confirms the updated registration (matrícula atualizada), reviews IPTU records, and investigates the seller's legal and financial history.
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Property Purchase & Registration
Compra e registro do imóvel
Sign the purchase contract, pay the transfer tax (ITBI), and register the property at the Real Estate Registry Office (Cartório de Registro de Imóveis) under your CPF.
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Prepare Required Documents
Preparação dos documentos
Gather all required documents. Foreign documents must be apostilled (Hague Apostille) and translated into Portuguese by a sworn translator (tradutor juramentado).
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Submit Application via MigranteWeb
Cadastramento no MigranteWeb
The application is submitted electronically through MigranteWeb, the official Ministry of Justice platform. Includes document upload and GRU (government payment slip) generation.
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GRU Payment & Federal Police Scheduling
Pagamento da GRU e agendamento na Polícia Federal
Pay the GRU fee at any authorized bank branch, then schedule your appointment at the nearest Federal Police unit. Book early — appointments fill quickly.
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Review by Migration Authority
Análise pela autoridade migratória
The migration authority reviews your application (30–90 days). If approved, the authorization is published in the Diário Oficial da União (Official Federal Gazette).
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Federal Police Registration & RNE
Registro na Polícia Federal e emissão do RNE
After approval, visit the Federal Police for biometric registration (fingerprints and photograph). Receive your RNE (Registro Nacional de Estrangeiro) — your official residence ID.
Required Documents
All foreign documents must be apostilled (Hague Convention) and translated by a Brazilian sworn translator (tradutor juramentado).
- Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)
- CPF number (Cadastro de Pessoa Física)
- Birth certificate (apostilled and translated)
- Marriage certificate, if applicable (apostilled and translated)
- Criminal background check from country of origin (apostilled and translated)
- Updated property registration (matrícula atualizada)
- Property deed (escritura pública de compra e venda)
- Exchange contract — international fund transfer (contrato de câmbio)
- Central Bank registration (SISBACEN) of the foreign investment
- Proof of lawful origin of funds
- Proof of address in Brazil
- GRU payment receipt
- Passport-size photographs (3×4 cm, white background)
How Brazil Compares
Brazil stands out for its lower minimum investment, faster processing, and longer initial residency period compared to other programs.
| Country | Min. Investment | Processing | Duration | Path to Permanent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BrazilBest | R$700K–1M (~USD 130K–190K) | 30–90 days | Up to 4 years | Yes, after 4 years |
| Portugal | €500K+ (restructured) | 6–18 months | 2 years | Yes, after 5 years |
| USA (EB-5) | USD 800K–1.05M | 12–36+ months | 2 years (conditional) | Yes, complex |
| Panama | USD 300K+ | 3–6 months | 2 years | Yes, after 5 years |
USD equivalents are approximate. For general reference only.
Processing Timeline
The migration authority review typically takes 30 to 90 days after submission. Full process from start to RNE card is typically 6–12 months.