Brazil provides a variety of visas to different categories of immigrants. VITEM IV is the visa that is available to students and interns. In this article, we’ve included the most important information you’ll need to apply for this visa from the Brazilian Embassy.
Suppose you have been offered an internship at a Brazilian company but are not already enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student. In that case, you can enroll in a local university or college in Brazil and complete the internship there too.
What is a Brazilian Internship Visa (VITEM IV)?
If you are a foreigner wishing to perform an internship in Brazil, you need to check into the VITEM IV Student Visa; however, there are a few more situations in which you can enter the country with a different visa.
First, we must comprehend the function of the VITEM IV. As you can guess from the name, a student can apply for this visa. This type of visa is issued as a temporary visa, which indicates that the visa holds validity for the duration of the trip. Therefore, the VITEM IV is only valid for a period during which the applicant would be deemed a student.
Anyone who wishes to pursue their educational goals in Brazil is issued a student visa. This implies that you can enter Brazil with this type of visa if you are planning to study at a university or college abroad or if you wish to study Portuguese in Brazil. Furthermore, because an internship is regarded as an extension of the university, where the student may use the information they learn at the university, it should be completed by a student. As a result, this is the best visa for interning in Brazil.
Who is Eligible for a Vitem IV?
Terms of eligibility for a Brazilian internship visa prohibit the students from having any paid job in Brazil for the duration of their internship. The following students are eligible for a Brazilian internship visa:
- Students doing short-term technical studies (for example, Portuguese and Brazilian Culture classes). Students must attend at least 15 hours of coursework every week.
- Undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate students studying academics or theology
- Student interns
What are the Requirements for a Vitem IV?
Brazil follows the principle of reciprocity and has visa waiver agreements with a number of countries, so keep in mind that entrance requirements and documents may differ depending on nationality. Therefore, it is critical to visit the Brazilian embassy from your country’s local jurisdiction.
Standard Requirements for VITEM IV
Here is a list of different standard requirements that students need to gather in order to acquire a Brazilian internship visa:
- Passport. The Consulate maintains the right not to accept passports that are stained, damaged, or disfigured. The pages for Amendments and Endorsements are just for the benefit of issuing nation authorities, and visas will not be put on those pages. Applicant’s passport must be:
- Original
- Valid for at least another 6 months
- Have at least two blank visa pages
- Visa Application Form. A copy of the receipt of the completed visa application form signed by the passport holder (or its parents/legal guardians for an applicant under the age of 18) and with a photograph attached;
- Passport photograph of the applicant. A photo must be:
- 2′′ x 2′′
- Colored
- Recent, front-facing, with a simple white backdrop and a neutral facial expression.
- Photocopies and computer images are not acceptable.
- Itinerary. Applicant’s itinerary must include information like:
- Copy of the outward ticket
- A schedule itinerary (reservation) or a letter from a travel agency in the applicant’s name detailing the applicant’s full itinerary, flight number, arrival, and departure dates, and the reservation code assigned by the airline company.
- Evidence of financial capability. Applicants must present documents demonstrating their capacity to support themselves in Brazil. The financial obligation for the candidate may be assumed by family members such as parents. Applicants must include a notarized affidavit indicating it and provide documentation confirming the parent’s financial competence in this scenario.
- Proof of private health insurance coverage. Applicant must have:
- Insurance card, authentic or certified copy
- Insurance company letter outlining policy specifics such as:
- Full name of the applicant
- Insurance policy number
- End and beginning dates of coverage
- That the applicant’s medical insurance policy covers them in Brazil.
If the applicant is 18 or over
Applicants for a Brazilian investment visa who are 18 or higher must present:
- Police Clearance which must:
- Be an original certificate prepared within the last 60 days on regular letterhead with the authority’s contact details that issued it.
- Have enough information on the candidate to rule out homonyms. Full name, residence address, birth date, identity document (passport, driver’s license, or state ID), and social security number.
- Consider where the applicant has resided in the last 12 months.
- Ensure that the applicant’s evidence of address is correct.
FOR STUDENT INTERNS(Case 1C)
In Brazil, an internship is supervised academic instruction on the job intended to prepare a student (attending regular classes at a college) for productive employment.
- A certified contract (“Termo de Compromisso de Estágio”) is signed by the intern, the Brazilian institution offering the internship, and a college or university. The agreement must include detailed info to be completed, the length of the internship, and the University’s role as a supervisor. The activities that the candidates will perform as students must be compatible with those outlined in the agreement for interns.
- Prior to the completion of the work course, the applicant must provide documentation of current enrolment in a U.S. university (undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate).
For example, a letter from a US university in which the applicant is registered, written by a competent person to respond on behalf of the educational organization, identifying the applicant, announcing the subject of study, the date of enrolment, and US notary public must duly acknowledge the signature of signees must recognize the signee’s signature.
What is the Difference Between Internships and Volunteers Programs?
Volunteer programs overseas, in general, concentrate on humanitarian involvement and project support. Contributing to volunteer programs is popular among those who wish to share their love and enthusiasm with poor children, destitute communities, or environmental projects that require funding.
Internship programs aim to provide interns and students with a real-world learning setting in which they may practice professional growth and gain new skills. Interns, like volunteers, may work on a number of projects (often with volunteers) that help local communities, children, animals, and other related causes. The most common internship initiatives include education programs, medical initiatives, and child care.
How can Students Earn Academic Credit?
Several internship programs in Brazil can be used to gain academic credit. The easiest approach for students to get academic credit is to plan ahead of time with their college or university. IFRE requires undergraduates to contact faculty/academic advisors about college credit for internship work. Students’ college or university may want additional details prior to clearance, as well as pre/post research or other obligations from students.
What Can Students Spend Their Free Time?
Students will enjoy weekends off while working as an intern in Brazil.
Conclusion
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s second-biggest city, is located on the South Atlantic coast. Its spectacular vistas, magnificent beaches, and bustling carnival are world-renowned, making Rio de Janeiro one of the most traveled cities on the planet.
The Brazilian government offers an excellent opportunity for foreign students to participate in internship programs and prepare for the job market.
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