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Residency · AmericasBrazil Residency through Real Estate Investment
Residence in Brazil for foreigners who buy urban property worth at least BRL 1 million, or BRL 700,000 in the North and Northeast, with funds from abroad.
- Investment from
- BRL 700,000
- Processing
- To confirm
- Family
- See the family rules
- Stay required
- See the stay rules
Decision summary
- What do you obtain?
- Four-year residence through urban property bought with funds from abroad, then an indefinite term. Naturalisation is separate, after at least four years of residence.
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Brazil Residency through Real Estate InvestmentRoute to citizenshipOrdinary naturalisation can be applied for after at least four years of residence in Brazil, with Portuguese and the other legal conditions.Full details below - What does your family invest?
- BRL 1,000,000 in urban property, or BRL 700,000 in the North and Northeast regions.
- What is additional?
- Information pending verification
- How long does it take?
- Information pending verification
- Must you travel or live there?
- At least 14 days in Brazil, continuously or in separate stays, in each two-year period from Federal Police registration.
- What is the main drawback?
- The property must be urban and paid for with funds from abroad.
- Family inclusion
- Information pending verification
- Program status
- Operational
Overview
Brazil grants residence to foreigners who invest in urban real estate, under National Immigration Council Normative Resolution No. 36 of 2018.
The property must cost at least BRL 1,000,000, or BRL 700,000 in the North and Northeast regions, and be paid for with the applicant's own funds brought in from abroad.
The first residence authorisation lasts four years. After that it can be changed to an indefinite term if the investment is still held and the other documents are provided.
The investor must spend at least 14 days in Brazil, continuously or in separate stays, in each two-year period counted from registration with the Federal Police. If this is missed, a new four-year authorisation can be requested while the investment is kept.
Naturalisation is a separate process: under the 2017 Migration Law, ordinary naturalisation requires at least four years of residence in Brazil.
Path to citizenship
4 yearsof residence before you can apply for citizenship
Ordinary naturalisation can be applied for after at least four years of residence in Brazil, with Portuguese and the other legal conditions.
See every residency route to citizenship →Who this program may not suit
Taken from the facts recorded on this page. It may not suit you if:
- Your budget is below BRL 700,000, the minimum recorded investment, before fees and costs.
- You cannot meet the stay rule: At least 14 days in Brazil, continuously or in separate stays, in each two-year period from Federal Police registration.
Investment pathways
- Investment pathway
- Purchase of urban real estate with the applicant's own funds of foreign origin.
- Minimum investment
- BRL 1,000,000 in urban property, or BRL 700,000 in the North and Northeast regions.
Checked against official programme sources
Application process
The government has not yet published an application process for this programme.
Investment and fees
Qualifying investment amounts and government fees are always shown separately. We do not publish single "total price" figures, as the total depends on family composition and circumstances.
Estimate for your family
- Investment for your family
- BRL 700,000
- Urban real estate, North and Northeast (minimum)
- Known total so far
- BRL 700,000
- 6 cost items not yet included
Children are counted as 10 and parents as 60 unless you enter ages in the calculator. Full breakdown and ages
Qualifying investment
- Urban real estate (minimum)
- BRL 1,000,000
- Urban real estate, North and Northeast (minimum)
- BRL 700,000
- To be confirmed
- Government fees · Due diligence fees · Estimated additional costs · Investment holding period
Checked against official programme sources
Residence requirements
- Residence requirements
- At least 14 days in Brazil, continuously or in separate stays, in each two-year period from Federal Police registration.
- Renewal requirements
- The first authorisation lasts four years; it can then be changed to an indefinite term while the investment is held.
- Potential route to citizenship
- Ordinary naturalisation can be applied for after at least four years of residence in Brazil, with Portuguese and the other legal conditions.
Checked against official programme sources
Due diligence and documentation
Applicants and included dependants undergo background and source-of-funds checks by the relevant authority. Documentation requirements are confirmed during preparation — no documents are needed for an initial consultation.
Considerations, limitations and risks
Important restrictions
The property must be urban and paid for with funds from abroad.
- Published thresholds are not comprehensive costs; taxes, professional fees and dependant charges may apply.
- Immigration law, visa access and naturalisation rules can change without notice.
- Individual eligibility depends on nationality, financial background, due diligence and program-specific criteria.
Status and authority
- Operational status
- Operational
- Official government authority
- Ministry of Justice and Public Security, Brazil (residence authorisation)
- Legal basis
- National Immigration Council (CNIg) Normative Resolution No. 36 of 2018; Migration Law No. 13,445 of 2017, Article 65 (naturalisation).
- To be confirmed
- Nationality restrictions
Programme rules change; your advisor confirms every figure before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
How much property do I need to buy for residence in Brazil?
At least BRL 1 million in urban property, or BRL 700,000 in the North and Northeast, paid with your own funds from abroad.
How long is the Brazil investor residence valid?
The first authorisation lasts four years. It can then be changed to an indefinite term while the investment is still held.
How long must I spend in Brazil?
At least 14 days, continuously or in separate stays, in each two-year period counted from your registration with the Federal Police.
Can it lead to Brazilian citizenship?
Ordinary naturalisation can be applied for after at least four years of residence, with Portuguese and the other legal conditions.
What is the minimum investment for Brazil Residency through Real Estate Investment?
BRL 1,000,000 in urban property, or BRL 700,000 in the North and Northeast regions.
Can my family be included?
Family inclusion rules vary and will be confirmed for your circumstances.
Is there a minimum stay requirement for Brazil Residency through Real Estate Investment?
At least 14 days in Brazil, continuously or in separate stays, in each two-year period from Federal Police registration.
How long does the process take?
Timeframes depend on the authority and the completeness of your application. An advisor can provide current guidance.
Does the Brazil Residency through Real Estate Investment lead to citizenship?
Ordinary naturalisation can be applied for after at least four years of residence in Brazil, with Portuguese and the other legal conditions.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Every application is decided by the government concerned after due diligence, and requirements can change.
Discuss Brazil with an advisor.
Share your objectives in confidence. An advisor will outline the options that may be relevant to your family and circumstances.