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France embassy & consulates in Brazil

Visa-free · 90 days$2,100/moSOS 188Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

France has 5 diplomatic mission(s) in Brazil: Embassy (Brasília), Consulate General (Rio de Janeiro), Consulate General (São Paulo), Consulate General (Recife), Consulate (Macapá).

Entry rules for France passport holders → Brazil:Visa-free· 90 days
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France missions in Brazil

EmbassyBrasília

Embassy of France, Brasília

Data completeness90%
Address
SES Avenida das Nações, Quadra 801, Lote 4, Brasília
Phone
+55 61 32223999
Website
br.diplomatie.gouv.fr
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
28
Visas issued
26
Refused
2
Refusal rate
7.1%
Multiple-entry share: 19%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
DirectionsCallOfficial site
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Source: Wikidata Q2841625 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Jun 25, 2026
Consulate GeneralRio de Janeiro

Consulate General of France, Rio de Janeiro

Data completeness80%
Address
Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos 58, 20020-010, Rio de Janeiro
Phone
+55 21 3974 6699
Website
riodejaneiro.ambafrance-br.org
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
69
Visas issued
50
Refused
9
Refusal rate
15.3%
Multiple-entry share: 18%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
DirectionsCallOfficial site
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Source: Wikidata Q16507589 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Apr 3, 2024
Consulate GeneralSão Paulo

Consulate General of France, in São Paulo

Data completeness75%
Address
Av. Paulista, 1842 - 14º andar, Torre Norte 01310-923, São Paulo-SP
Website
saopaulo.consulfrance.org
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
382
Visas issued
318
Refused
61
Refusal rate
16.1%
Multiple-entry share: 7%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
DirectionsOfficial site
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Source: Wikidata Q16507590Record updated: Sep 17, 2025
Consulate GeneralRecife

Consulate General of France in Recife

Data completeness45%
Website
recife.ambafrance-br.org
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
29
Visas issued
20
Refused
9
Refusal rate
31%
Multiple-entry share: 75%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
DirectionsOfficial site
Suggest a correction
Source: Wikidata Q16507588Record updated: Apr 3, 2024

Entry rules for France passport holders

BrazilVisa-free· 90 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: France → Brazil

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
France → Brazil
Driving licence abroad
Carry an IDP (1968 Vienna format) with your national licence.
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Applying for a visa? Brazil missions in France

  • Embassy of Brazil, ParisEmbassy · Paris · +33 1 45 61 63 00See all
  • Consulate-General of Brazil, CayenneConsulate General · Cayenne · +594 594 29 60 10See all
  • Consulate-General of Brazil, ParisConsulate GeneralSee all
  • Consulate of BrazilConsulate · LilleSee all
  • Honorary consulate of BrazilHonorary Consulate · NantesSee all
  • Consulat du BrésilHonorary Consulate · 6th arrondissement of Lyon · +33 4 78 39 43 29See all
  • Consulat honoraire du BrésilHonorary ConsulateSee all

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of France in Brazil?

Yes. France has 5 diplomatic mission(s) in Brazil: Embassy (Brasília), Consulate General (Rio de Janeiro), Consulate General (São Paulo), Consulate General (Recife), Consulate (Macapá).

Where is the France embassy in Brazil?

The France embassy in Brazil is located at SES Avenida das Nações, Quadra 801, Lote 4, Brasília.

Do citizens of France need a visa for Brazil?

Visa-free (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How do I contact the France embassy in Brazil?

Phone: +55 61 32223999. Email: —. Website: https://br.diplomatie.gouv.fr/.

Does France have consulates in Brazil?

Yes: Consulate General (Rio de Janeiro), Consulate General (São Paulo), Consulate General (Recife), Consulate (Macapá).

What should I do if I lose my passport in Brazil?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 188), then contact the France embassy or consulate in Brazil for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.

What are the opening hours?

Hours vary and are not yet verified for this mission. Call ahead or check the official website.