Brazil entry requirements for UK travellers
Everything a UK traveller needs to know before visiting Brazil: visa and passport rules, recommended vaccines with lead times, and whether you need an International Driving Permit.
Quick answer for UK travellers
- Visa
- No - visa-free for short tourist stays
- Passport
- valid 6+ months beyond arrival
- Vaccines
- 3 recommended, 6 to consider
- Driving permit
- 1968 Vienna Convention IDP if you plan to drive
Data is automatically refreshed from official UK government sources: gov.uk Foreign Travel Advice for visa and passport rules, NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro for vaccines, and gov.uk driving abroad guidance for International Driving Permits. Not medical advice - always confirm with a travel-health professional and the Brazil embassy before you travel. Read our full methodology →
Entry requirements for Brazil
Passport validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive.
Visas
British passport holders do not normally need a visa for short tourist stays.
Source: UK Foreign Travel Advice - Brazil · checked . Always confirm the latest requirements before you travel.
Vaccines for travel to Brazil
Based on NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro guidance for UK travellers. Lead times assume protection is needed on the day you arrive.
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2 weeks before travelHepatitis A Recommended
Recommended for all previously unvaccinated travellers.
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Tetanus / Diphtheria Recommended
Booster recommended if last dose was more than 10 years ago.
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2 weeks before travelTyphoid Recommended
Recommended for most travellers, especially those visiting friends/relatives or those in areas with poor sanitation.
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2 weeks before travelChikungunya Consider
For ages 12+. Consider for outbreak areas, long-term or frequent travellers.
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Dengue Consider
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3 weeks before travelHepatitis B Consider
For those with sexual risk, healthcare workers, and long-stay travellers.
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4 weeks before travelRabies (Pre-exposure) Consider
Pre-exposure for those with high-risk activities or limited medical access.
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Tuberculosis (BCG) Consider
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10 days before travelYellow Fever Consider
Recommended for travellers aged 9 months+ visiting specific states including Bahia. Not recommended for those visiting only Fortaleza or Recife. No entry certificate required for Brazil.
Source: NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro - Brazil · checked . Cross-check against NHS Fit for Travel and US CDC Traveller's Health.
Driving in Brazil
To drive in Brazil with a UK driving licence, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) under the 1968 Vienna Convention.
IDPs are issued by PayPoint (no longer the Post Office) - find an issuing store.
Brazil travel: frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Brazil from the UK?
No - British passport holders don't normally need a visa for short tourist stays in Brazil. Always confirm with the UK government's foreign travel advice before booking.
How long does my passport need to be valid for Brazil?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive in Brazil. Check your expiry date well in advance - renewing a UK passport currently takes around 3 weeks.
What vaccines do I need for Brazil?
No vaccines are listed as required for Brazil, but Hepatitis A, Tetanus / Diphtheria, Typhoid are recommended for UK travellers based on NaTHNaC guidance. Some vaccines need several weeks for full protection - book a travel clinic appointment well before you fly.
Do I need an International Driving Permit for Brazil?
If you plan to drive in Brazil on a UK licence, you may need an International Driving Permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention. UK IDPs are issued by PayPoint in person and cost £5.50.
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