Tourist Visa

Tourist Visa

Tourist Visa

how to get visa

tourism to the USA;


Do you have questions about how to get a tourist visa for the United States? We prepared a step by step, based on information from the American Embassy in Brazil.


A visa is an authorization that a country grants to a foreigner for him to stay in the place for a certain period, whether as a tourist, to work, study, among others. To obtain a visa, you must have a passport, which is the identification of the traveler abroad and records entries, exits and visas to enter the chosen place.


In addition to instructions on how to obtain a visa, the American Embassy provides on its website the rules for entering the country amid the coronavirus pandemic.

how to get visa

tourism to the USA;


Do you have questions about how to get a tourist visa for the United States? We prepared a step by step, based on information from the American Embassy in Brazil.


A visa is an authorization that a country grants to a foreigner for him to stay in the place for a certain period, whether as a tourist, to work, study, among others. To obtain a visa, you must have a passport, which is the identification of the traveler abroad and records entries, exits and visas to enter the chosen place.


In addition to instructions on how to obtain a visa, the American Embassy provides on its website the rules for entering the country amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Common questions

Doubt, we are here to help.

  • Do foreign visitors still need approved national interest exceptions to travel to the United States?

    Effective December 6, all travelers to the United States must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test taken the day before boarding a flight, regardless of vaccination or citizenship status.

  • I am unable to schedule a visa interview before my proposed travel date or at my preferred location. How do I schedule or reschedule my previously scheduled interview? Is my visa fee still valid?

    As of November 8, the Embassy and Consulates General will resume processing visa applications of all categories. Please go to the Visa Scheduling Service to schedule your interview. Due to health and safety protocols, appointments may be limited. However, we are regularly adding new slots for appointments. Be sure to check back often. Please continue to monitor this site and https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-br/niv for updates.

  • What are the US entry requirements due to COVID-19?

    All travelers entering the United States who are not U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or U.S. immigrants and are 18 years of age or older must present proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Effective December 6, all airline passengers to the United States aged two years and older, regardless of citizenship status, must show a negative COVID-19 viral test within one day of travel.

  • What vaccines will qualify under this requirement?

    Vaccines that are fully approved and for emergency use by the Food and Drug Administration or the World Health Organization will be accepted. This includes all vaccines currently approved for use in Brazil (as of October 26, 2021). The final dose must have been administered two weeks before the start of the trip.

  • What should passengers provide airlines to show they are fully vaccinated?

    Airlines will verify vaccination status via a paper voucher, a photo of the paper voucher, or a digital app. Please contact your airline before going to the airport with any questions about verifying your vaccination status.

  • I need to make an appointment in an earlier one than available, what should I do?

    You can request an expedited interview. To request an expedited interview, first schedule a regular interview on the earliest available date. Then login to your account, click “Continue”, select “Request Expedite” and follow the instructions. Accelerated appointments will only be granted at the discretion of the Consular Section. Circumstances that may be considered for expedited appointments include:

  • Do foreign visitors still need approved national interest exceptions to travel to the United States?

    Effective December 6, all travelers to the United States must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test taken the day before boarding a flight, regardless of vaccination or citizenship status.

  • I am unable to schedule a visa interview before my proposed travel date or at my preferred location. How do I schedule or reschedule my previously scheduled interview? Is my visa fee still valid?

    As of November 8, the Embassy and Consulates General will resume processing visa applications of all categories. Please go to the Visa Scheduling Service to schedule your interview. Due to health and safety protocols, appointments may be limited. However, we are regularly adding new slots for appointments. Be sure to check back often. Please continue to monitor this site and https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-br/niv for updates.

  • What are the US entry requirements due to COVID-19?

    All travelers entering the United States who are not U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or U.S. immigrants and are 18 years of age or older must present proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Effective December 6, all airline passengers to the United States aged two years and older, regardless of citizenship status, must show a negative COVID-19 viral test within one day of travel.

  • What vaccines will qualify under this requirement?

    Vaccines that are fully approved and for emergency use by the Food and Drug Administration or the World Health Organization will be accepted. This includes all vaccines currently approved for use in Brazil (as of October 26, 2021). The final dose must have been administered two weeks before the start of the trip.

  • What should passengers provide airlines to show they are fully vaccinated?

    Airlines will verify vaccination status via a paper voucher, a photo of the paper voucher, or a digital app. Please contact your airline before going to the airport with any questions about verifying your vaccination status.

  • I need to make an appointment in an earlier one than available, what should I do?

    You can request an expedited interview. To request an expedited interview, first schedule a regular interview on the earliest available date. Then login to your account, click “Continue”, select “Request Expedite” and follow the instructions. Accelerated appointments will only be granted at the discretion of the Consular Section. Circumstances that may be considered for expedited appointments include:

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