✈️ Tourism Visa (B1/B2)
The American tourist visa, also known as B1/B2, is one of the most requested visas by Brazilians.
Whether it's to visit Disney, go shopping in Miami, or attend meetings, business, this visa opens the doors to the United States. But beware: despite being very popular, there are clear rules about what can and cannot be done.
✅ What you can do with a tourist visa- Travel for tourism and leisure
- Visit family and friends
- Go shopping
- Attend business meetings and conferences
- Receive temporary medical treatment
❌ What you CANNOT do- Work in the US
- Study full-time
- Apply for permanent residency
- Receive US government benefits
Documents normally requested:- Valid passport
- Completed DS-160 form
- Proof of interview appointment
- Proof of payment of consular fee (MRV)
- Documents proving ties to Brazil (employment, family, assets)
🎓 Student Visa (F1)
The dream of studying in the United States attracts thousands of Brazilians every year. The F1 student visa is the most common visa for those who wish to study at American schools, colleges, and universities.
✅ What you can do with an F1 visa- Study full-time at an accredited institution
- Work on campus (up to 20 hours per week during the academic term)
- Participate in authorized internship programs (OPT and CPT)
- Remain legally in the U.S. during the course
❌ What you CANNOT do- Work off campus without authorization
- Apply for permanent residence directly
- Take a leave of absence from your course and remain in the US
- Ignore the rules of SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System)
Important documents:- Form I-20 (issued by the institution)
- Proof of payment of the SEVIS fee (I-901)
- Completed DS-160
- Financial proof (demonstration that you can support yourself in the US)
- Valid passport
