Can you be forced to leave Brazil?

The 2026 legal rules you must know now.

Deportation isn't random. It's a formal process triggered by specific violations of the Migration Law 13.445/2017.

90 Days

The typical tourist stay. Overstaying this is the #1 cause of irregular status.

Working on a tourist visa or remote work without the right permit can lead to immediate legal trouble.

Fraud alert: Using fake documents or 'marriages of convenience' are high-risk grounds for deportation.

Dica

Always keep your visa updated. An expired visa is an administrative irregularity, not a crime—but it's enough to get you deported.

Is deportation same as expulsion?

No. Deportation is for visa issues; expulsion is for serious crimes.

You have the right to a defense. Brazil's legal framework allows for administrative appeals to protect your stay.

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