Leave your daily routine aside, step out of your comfort zone for several months and become a digital nomad. If with your company it is possible for you to telework abroad, Brazil can become your next destination in order to accomplish your professional missions abroad. Brazilian immigration now offers a visa for digital nomadism.
How do I know if I can be a digital nomad in Brazil?
The Digital Nomad visa can be requested if your professional activity allows you to telework remotely. The employee must use the digitalization of work such as information and communication technologies to carry out its work in Brazil. His employment contract must not be linked to a company in Brazil, he must maintain your commitment with his employer in his country of origin. It is possible to stay for a year, with the possibility of renewing this visa. Only digital nomads and their families can benefit from this new program.
Why choose Brazil for my next destination as a Digital Nomad?
Digital nomadism in Brazil has just been implemented and it is a new experience for this country. It is currently the fifth largest country in the world and largely occupies South America. It attracts many travelers for its great diversity. Indeed, this destination is very popular for its urban, historical, cultural and natural tourism. The Brazilian government is aware that the number of digital nomads is expected to increase from now on 2035. This new practice will bring modernity in Brazil while stimulating the local economy and boosting tourism. Coworking structures are being developed and arrangements are planned to improve the Internet network which can be disrupted, particularly due to the large spaces that Brazil offers.
How to complete the process to apply for the visa?
You can go to the official website of Consulate General of Brazil in Paris, all information is indicated, including the supporting documents to be provided. Firstly, the visa application must be made online in the “e-consular” tab. Following this step, you can arrange an appointment and bring all your documents so that your file is complete and processed as quickly as possible. You also have the possibility to contact any other Brazilian embassy or brazilian consulate abroad. You can even apply for this visa from a embassy in Brazil if you are currently on a tourist trip.
What are the best spots for teleworking in Brazil?
GoWork offers to telework in the sun and from a deckchair. It is one of the first coworking companies in Brazil. A sandy beach is set on a terrace overlooking the city of Sao Paulo. According to the founder, Fernando Bottura, this new concept improves the well-being of employees. This coworking space is widely used by Brazilian start-ups and companies but it can also allow digital nomads to find work. ideal place to telework in Brazil.
THE website also offers numerous coworking addresses in Brazil. There you will find cafes, offices, etc. for teleworking in good conditions with various amenities offered such as Internet access.
“Bleisure”, a new form of travel. Between business and leisure, add this new concept to your daily routine to accomplish your professional missions while taking the opportunity to visit the mythical places of Brazil during your days off.
Here are some must-sees not to be missed during your trip to Brazil…
-Rio de Janeiro, a warm city punctuated by traditional dance, salsa. You can discover its many monuments and mythical beaches. If you climb up to Corcovado or from sugar bread, you will have a panorama of Rio de Janeiro and its landscapes.
-Ilha Grande: An island that will allow you to practice nautical sports but also the hiking in a calm and relaxing atmosphere.
-Iguazu Falls: Nearly 275 waterfalls are found in the heart of a protected natural park. You can walk using the various footbridges set up between the cliffs.
-The Amazon: Escape and experience a real adventure for a day, a night or more in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. A guide can accompany you for a cruise on the Amazon River or for a hike in the jungle. For example, Ilha de Marajo offers many opportunities such as camping, trekking or animal watching.
-National natural parks: They offer unique landscapes, between mountains, waterfalls and even wild animals.
-Typical Brazilian towns: Due to its strong Portuguese and African influences, Brazil has preserved the different cultures and today they represent the great diversity from the country. Salvador of Bahia, the ancient capital of Brazil or Ouro Preto, are towns nestled high in the mountains. They are full of alleys and colorful houses and represent the country's colonial past, particularly through the conquest of gold.
So, are you ready to take off and be immersed for several months in Brazil?
If you would like more information on teleworking abroad, you can find several articles on this subject on our website. In particular our article on the journey of Eva, Digital nomad for 3 months in Costa Rica.