Brazil passport: visa-free countries & ranking (2026)
Visa-free or on-arrival access to about ~170 destinations in 2026 — the ranking, the gaps, and how to upgrade.
Brazil's passport gives visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to ~170 destinations as of 2026. A strong passport — among the best in Latin America and the wider Global South. Schengen: Yes (ETIAS from 2025); UK: Yes; US: No — visa required. Passport rankings shift as agreements change — verify before you travel.
How strong is the Brazilian passport?
The Brazilian passport reaches roughly ~170 destinations visa-free or visa-on-arrival as of 2026. A strong passport — among the best in Latin America and the wider Global South. Counts move as visa agreements change, so verify the current figure before you travel.
Where you can travel visa-free
Brazilian citizens move freely across the Schengen Area, the UK, Japan, South Korea, and virtually all of South America under Mercosur and regional agreements. Russia, Turkey, and much of the Middle East and Southeast Asia are also open.
The gaps
The United States remains the standout exception, requiring a B-visa, as do Australia, Canada, and China.
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Visa-free / on-arrival | ~170 |
| Global tier | A strong passport — among the best in Latin America and the wider Global South |
| Schengen (EU) | Yes (ETIAS from 2025) |
| United Kingdom | Yes |
| United States | No — visa required |
| Strengthen via | A US-eligible or additional EU passport would close the main remaining gap — ESTA access to the United States |
How to upgrade your mobility
A US-eligible or additional EU passport would close the main remaining gap — ESTA access to the United States. The cheapest route is citizenship by descent if you qualify; the fastest is citizenship by investment. Brazil allows dual citizenship, so you can add a second passport without giving this one up.
Where it fits in a borderless plan
Passport power is one dimension of a borderless life. Pair a stronger passport with a low-tax tax residency and a self-custody plan for your Bitcoin. Compare every passport in the 2026 ranking, or claim a second one by ancestry or investment.
Frequently asked questions
How many countries can Brazil passport holders visit visa-free?
As of 2026, Brazil's passport offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to ~170 destinations. Rankings change as agreements are signed or suspended, so verify the current count before travelling.
Can Brazil passport holders enter the Schengen area, UK and US without a visa?
Schengen: Yes (ETIAS from 2025). United Kingdom: Yes. United States: No — visa required. These are the access points that most affect a passport's practical strength.
How can I get a more powerful passport?
Three routes: citizenship by descent if you have qualifying ancestry, naturalisation after years of residence, or citizenship by investment. See our passport ranking and the citizenship-by-investment guide.
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