Documents commonly apostilled for Brazil
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Diplomas and transcripts
- FBI background checks
- Corporate documents
Destination country
Apostille for Brazil
Brazil joined the Hague Apostille Convention in 2016, eliminating the need for consular legalization of U.S. documents. Apostilled documents are now accepted throughout Brazil for immigration, marriage registration, employment, and education purposes.
Does Brazil accept U.S. apostilles?
Brazil is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention (since 2016), so an apostille is the final certification step: no embassy or consular legalization is needed for the document itself.
Membership status checked 2026-06-30. The document type and the receiving authority determine the exact processing path; we confirm it during review.
Common reasons people need one
- Immigration and residency visas
- Marriage registration
- Employment authorization
- University enrollment
Translation
Portuguese translation is required. Translations must be done by a tradutor juramentado (sworn public translator) registered with a Brazilian Junta Comercial.
Certified translation can be added to any order.
Things to check before you submit
- Certified Portuguese translation by a sworn public translator (tradutor juramentado) is mandatory
- FBI background checks are commonly required for visa applications
- Some cartórios (notary offices) may have specific formatting requirements
Requirements are set by the receiving authority in Brazil and can change. Confirm current expectations with the office that will receive your document.
Common questions about apostilles for Brazil
Does Brazil accept U.S. apostilles?
Yes. Brazil has been a Hague Convention member since August 2016 and accepts apostilled U.S. documents without embassy legalization.
Do I need a Portuguese translation for my apostilled documents?
Yes. Brazilian authorities require a certified translation by a tradutor juramentado (sworn public translator) officially registered with a Brazilian Junta Comercial.
Do I need an apostilled FBI background check for a Brazilian visa?
Yes. Most Brazilian visa categories, including permanent residency, require an apostilled FBI criminal background check, translated into Portuguese by a sworn translator.
Can I use an apostilled U.S. birth certificate in Brazil?
Yes. Apostilled U.S. birth certificates are accepted by Brazilian cartórios and government agencies. You will need a sworn Portuguese translation to accompany the apostilled document.
How do I register my U.S. marriage in Brazil?
Present your apostilled U.S. marriage certificate with a sworn Portuguese translation to a Brazilian cartório de registro civil. They will register the marriage for it to have legal effect in Brazil.
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