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Information and contacts for Ukrainians seeking asylum in Brazil

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Why Brazil?

  • No visa entry
  • Simplified regime for the legalization of refugees and the possibility of obtaining a residence and work permit, special programs for refugees.
  • Large communities of the Ukrainian diaspora in several states – Paraná (Curitiba, Prudentópolis and in other cities), Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Sul – are ready to provide full support to Ukrainian refugees.
  • São Paulo is a global city that offers competitive jobs for highly skilled professionals and business opportunities for entrepreneurs. Special program for adaptation and integration into Brazilian society in São Paulo (housing, food, languages and vocational courses).

 

Moving to Brazil

Ukrainians are not required to get a visa to enter Brazil since 2011. Entry is allowed for up to 90 days within 180 days of crossing the Brazilian border.

The Ordinance on granting humanitarian visas to Ukrainians came into force on 03/03/2022 and is valid until 08/31/2022. The duration of this visa is from 6 months to 2 years, and can be extended under certain conditions. This visa gives resident status and allows them to work in the country.

Original resolution in Portuguese:

https://www.in.gov.br/web/dou/-/portaria-interministerial-mjsp/mre-n-28-de-3-de-marco-de-2022-383558437 

Ukrainian translation:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/14TPZqlUS52ygLR18_ii6hW5V8v-mfTv764YP9kYDGn8/edit?fbclid=IwAR1qw9xToxM_bNsFIFTOh9x64L35aDUaB4c 

Humanitarian visa application process

Option 1. To obtain a humanitarian visa, you must apply for it at the Brazilian consulate in Warsaw, Budapest, Bucharest, Prague or Bratislava.

Option 2: Ukrainians can also enter the country as tourists and apply for a humanitarian visa/residence permit after arriving to Brazil. To do this, please contact a local Federal Police office.

Documents required for visa application:

  • Travel document (passport)
  • Proof of means of transport entering Brazilian territory (if you present documents to the embassy outside Brazil).
  • Completed humanitarian visa application form
  • Certificate of no criminal record (within the last 5 years) or a your written declaration of no criminal record, if it is impossible to obtain a certificate.
  • Birth certificate (for minors), marriage certificate – will be accepted at embassies regardless of translation and notarization.
  • “I don’t have any of the documents.” In this case, the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs will analyze the situation and “may” issue a humanitarian visa in the absence of one or more required documents.
  • The granting of a visa will be preceded by a face-to-face interview, which may be skipped, at the discretion of the consular authority.

After submitting the documents to the embassy or before arriving in Brazil, please complete the refugee registration form for the Ukrainian Embassy in Brazil:

https://forms.gle/3Rr5D3mM2SBWZoNQ8 

At this stage, you can also contact HUMANITAS BRASIL-UCRÁNIA by phone: +55 41 98740 0508 or through the website http://humanitasbrasilucrania.ong.br . They will be able to provide you with all the support you need and information on next steps.

Crossing the Brazilian border – customs regulations

COVID

Citizens of Ukraine can enter Brazil without COVID vaccination.

Customs rules

According to Brazilian customs regulations, it is not necessary to declare the following elements:

  • Traveller’s clothing and belongings for personal or professional use.
  • Books, postcards and newspapers
  • Goods purchased abroad worth up to US$500 (air or sea travel) or up to US$300 (border crossing by land, river and lake)
  • Goods purchased in duty-free shops on arrival to the country

ELECTRONIC CURRENCY STATEMENT (e-DPV)

E-DPVs must be completed by travelers carrying more than 10,000 Brazilian reals or the equivalent in other currencies, cash, traveler’s checks or checks. It can be completed before sending via the Internet (www.receita.fazenda.gov.br/dpv ) or at the RFB terminals available at airports. The form must be presented to customs officials for inspection.

More information (in English): https://sistemas.mre.gov.br/kitweb/datafiles/Capetown/en-us/file/accompained%20baggage%20info.pdf 

Information on simplifying the import of dogs and cats

As a result of the armed conflict in Ukraine, dogs and cats accompanying repatriated Brazilian citizens and refugee foreign citizens do not need to present an International Veterinary Certificate (CVI) issued or endorsed by the veterinary authorities of the countries of origin of these animals and the presentation of a certificate of vaccination or any other health certification upon entry into the country.

Upon arrival, passengers will be instructed by the International Agricultural Surveillance Agency (Vigiagro) regarding the internal sanitary procedures to be adopted in relation to animals. 

IV. How to choose the place to settle down – life in different Brazilian states and cities 

  • Different cities abs lifestyles throughout Brazil:
    https://    www.supportadventure.com/best-places-to-live-in-brazil-for-expats-in-2021

 

 Life in different cities in Brazil:

 São Paulo:

 

Paraná:

 

Rio Grande do Sul:

 

Santa Catarina

 

Minas Gerais

 

Rio de Janeiro

 

Helpful Organizations in Sao Paulo  

 Casa de Migrantes (Migrant Home) 

https://missaonspaz.org/casa-do-migrante/

This organization offers temporary homes for refugees, but must check availability in advance.

The facility can be used by foreigners, migrantes, refugees, and those still in the process of obtaining refugee status. It accommodates 110 people. Dorms are divided into female and male rooms with integrated living rooms, TV, library, conference room, game room and laundry facility, and a 3 moths max stay. It provides meals, Portuguese lessons, mental health and social support. All residents receive a personal hygiene kit and clothing and address can be used to receive mail.

e-mail: contato@missaonspaz.org
Phone: +55 (11) 3340-6950
Address: Rua Glicério, 225 – Liberdade – São Paulo/SP

Immigration Information Center – O Centro de Referência e Atendimento para Imigrantes – CRAI (Centro de Atendimento ao Migrante)

Provides social support to all immigrants

Address: Rua Major Diogo, 834, Bela Vista, SP
Phone: +55 (11) 2361-3780 / +55 (11) 2361-5069
E-mail: crai@sefras.org.br

Adus Institute (Instituto de Integração de Refugiados), São Paulo 

 Provides Portuguese classes, legal assistance, assistance with I.D.s and other documents, employment and assistance in finding temporary housing.

Contacts:

E-mail: http://www.adus.org.br/fale-conosco/

Phone: +55 (11) 3225-0439 / +55 (11) 94744-2879
Site: http://www.adus.org.br/

 Caritas Archdiocese of São Paulo 

Provides legal, social and psico-social assistance, network with partners and governmental services, employment and entrepreneurial assistance, Portuguese courses, vocational courses, financial assistance to the vulnerable population. 

 WhatsApp: +55 11 97630-8023
E-mail: caritassp@caritassp.org.br
Phones: +55 11 4873-6363
Site: http://www.caritassp.org.br

 PARR – Refugee Employment Programs – Programa de Emprego de Refugiados 

Employment platform for refugees  Schedule interview: https://bit.ly/31ZLPTl

WhatsApp: 96641-3156 (Valéria)
Site: http://www.refugiadosnobrasil.org/

Helpful Organizations in other Brazilian cities 

Brasil:

Human Rights and Immigration Institute –  Instituto de Migração e Direitos Humanos
Phone: +55 (61) 3340 2689

Foz do Iguaçu:

Refugee Information Center – Centro de atendimento a refugiados 
Contact: Irmã Terezinha (portuguesa). Phone: +55 (45) 91389372

 

Ukrainian Organizations assisting Ukrainian Refugees in Brasil

Ukrainian Embassy  

Phone + 55 61 3365 1457
WhatsApp for life threatening emergencies: +55 61 982685291
E-mail: consul.ucr.emb@gmail.com

 

Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Departamento de Consulados do Ministério das Relações Exteriores do Brasil

Phone: +55 61 98260-0610

Ukrainian-Brazilian Center (Representação Ucraniano-Brasileira)

Site: http://www.rcub.com.br/rcub/

E-mail: rcubras@gmail.com
Phone: +55 (41) 99981 5402

Humanitas Brasil Ucrania

Non profit focused on supporting Ukrainian refugees in Brazil 

E-mail: humanitasbrasilucrania@gmail.com
Whatsapp: +5541 9 9981 5402

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