US Visa Solutions for Brazilian Nationals

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Brazilian Citizens have complex and specialized immigration needs that demand the attention of experienced and talented immigration counsel.

Our Brazil Practice Group

Our market leading Brazil Practice Group is comprised of some of the world’s most experienced immigration and foreign investment lawyers. Our goal is to create value for our Brazilian clients by providing the most creative and efficient immigration solutions available.

Permanent Residency in the United States

There are a number of ways our firm assists Brazilian nationals to obtain Permanent Residency, otherwise known as a “Green Card”, in the United States. These include the use of:

EB5 Investment-Based Visas:

The Eb5 visa program allows a Brazilian national to obtain Permanent Residency in the United States by investing either USD 800,000.00 or USD 1,050,000.00 in either a qualified U.S. business or project.

EB1(c) Multinational Manager/Executive Visas:

EB1(c) provides a way for a Multinational Managers and Executives who have been employed in a business outside the United States to obtain a “green card” through a US affiliate or subsidiary of the foreign entity. Click here to learn more about EB1(c) visas.

The EB1(c) visa is commonly used by L1-A visa holder to adjust to “Green Card” status.

Opening and Expanding your Business in the United States

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The L-1A visa allows managers and executives to transfer to a related business in the United States. Using the L1-A or other applicable visas.

Our lawyers commonly assist non-U.S. business owners establish a U.S. business and relocate to the United States using the L1-A visa. Our firm is able to assist clients with all aspects of opening or expanding a business in the United States.

Transferring Brazilian Employees to the United States

The L1-B visa enables U.S. firms to move specialist workers from Brazil to the United States.

The E-2 Visa

For a fraction of the investment required for an EB5 petition an E-2 visa allows an investor establish or operate a business in the United States. Unlike the L1 visa thee is no requirement that E-2 visa holders transfer from a related non-US business.

While E-2 visas are not generally available to Brazilian Nationals Davies & Associates have assisted Brazilian clients to obtain an E-2 by:

  • Obtaining Italian Nationality
  • Acquiring other passports by investment.
  • For as little as USD 200,000.00 and a process just taking months it is possible to obtain a second passport from a country whose Nationals can obtain US E-2 treaty trader visas. This process is often still cheaper than acquiring a US EB-5 investment visa and usually results in attaining visa-free access to Europe.

  • Marriage to a National of an E-2 Treaty Trader Country

Acquiring other passports by investment.

For as little as USD 200,000.00 and a process just taking months, it is possible to obtain a second passport from a country whose Nationals can obtain US E-2 treaty trader visas. This process is often still cheaper than acquiring a US EB-5 investment visa and usually results in attaining visa-free access to Europe.

Popular options include: Grenada Turkey Israel

List of United States Embassies, Consulates and USCIS in Brazil

U.S. consulates are located in the following cities in Brazil:
US Consulate in Rio de Janeiro
Address
Av. Presidente Wilson, 147 - Castelo 20030-020, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
Phone
Tel: +55 (21) 3823-2000
Fax
Fax: +55 (21) 3823-2003
US Consulate in São Paulo
Address
Rua Henri Dunant, 500, Chácara Santo Antônio, São Paulo, SP, 04709-110, Brazil
Phone
Tel: +55 (11) 3250-5000
Fax
Fax: +55 (11) 3250-5199
US Consulate in Recife
Address
Rua Gonçalves Maia, 163 - Boa Vista, 50070-060, Recife, PE, Brazil
Phone
Tel: +55 (81)3416-3050
Fax
Fax: +55 (81) 3231-1906
US Consulate in Belo Horizonte (U.S. Citizen Services only)
Address
Av. Contorno 4520, 8th floor, 30110-028, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
Phone
Tel: +55 (31)3213-1571
Fax
Fax: +55 (31) 3213-1575
US Consulate in Fortaleza (U.S. Citizen Services only)
Address
Torre Santos Dumont, Avenida Santos Dumont, 2828, Suite 708 - Aldeota, 60150-161 - Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
Phone
Tel: +55 (85) 3486-1306 or 3486-1307
Fax
Fax: +55 (85) 3486-1308
US Consulate in Manaus (U.S. Citizen Services only)
Address
Edificio Atrium Sala 306, Rua Franco de Sá, 310, 69079-210, Manaus, AM, Brazil
Phone
Tel: +55 (92)3611-3333
US Consulate in Porto Alegre (U.S. Citizen Services only)
Address
Avenida Assis Brasil 4320, Parque São Sebastião 91110-000, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
Phone
Tel: +55 (51) 3226-3344
US Consulate in Salvador (U.S. Citizen Services only)
Address
Av. Tancredo Neves, 1632, Sala 1401 - Salvador Trade Center - Torre Sul, Caminho das Árvores, 41820-020, Salvador, BA, Brazil
Phone
Tel: +55 (71) 3113-2090
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Jeremy Abernathy
Jeremy Abernathy
2 months ago

I had the pleasure of working with Verdie and Nessa to obtain my E2 Visa. Their in-depth knowledge and experience allowed me to be fully prepared in my application and they were able to answer all questions leading up to the Visa interview.

Saeed Muhammad
Saeed Muhammad
3 months ago

Verdie was an amazing attorney, providing exceptional client care throughout the process. He had a great depth of knowledge in all areas on business visas in the US.

Satyabrat Chowdhury
Satyabrat Chowdhury
6 months ago

I had a great experience with Davies & Associates. They are very thorough in the approach and their have experts in this field who know the domain very well.I would certainly be leaning onto them for any future needs as well.

hoshino ryuichi
hoshino ryuichi
6 months ago

Thanks to them for handling my E2 visa very professionally. I had a study visa from F1 and changed it to E2. I encountered many problems during the application process. Verdie and Etta were very patient in helping me and it took a long time. I highly recommend this place.

Tanuj Dewan
Tanuj Dewan
9 months ago

Outstanding Immigration Attorney: Highly Recommended! Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5) I had the pleasure of working with Verdie Atienza and his team at Davies & Associates , a top-notch immigration attorney in the United States. Their professionalism, expertise, and dedication throughout the process were exceptional. With in-depth knowledge of immigration law, they provided accurate advice and addressed all my concerns, instilling confidence. Verdie Atienza and his team meticulously reviewed my documentation and maintained excellent communication, keeping me updated regularly. What sets Davies & Associates apart is their unparalleled attention to detail. Communication with Verdie Atienza and his team in USA and Sukanya Raman in India was always prompt and efficient. They promptly returned my calls and emails, providing regular updates on the progress of my case. This level of responsiveness and transparency significantly reduced my stress levels, as I knew I could rely on their support and guidance throughout the entire process. Their personalized approach, ethical conduct, and genuine care for my success made them an outstanding attorney. I highly recommend Davies & Associates for all your immigration needs.

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