Move From Brazil to Canada With Licensed Immigration Consultants
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Choosing to immigrate to Canada is an important and personal decision. RightWay Canada Immigration Services supports individuals and families in Brazil who are pursuing permanent residence, study or work opportunities, family reunification or another Canadian immigration pathway. Our role is to make the process clearer, more manageable and carefully prepared from the beginning.
Our team of licensed Canadian immigration consultants is regulated by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) and works in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements. Since 2016, RightWay Canada has assisted 177 clients from Brazil and earned multiple industry recognitions, along with a strong reputation reflected in positive client reviews.
Every immigration case is different. We take the time to understand each applicant’s circumstances and goals, assess the available options and provide clear guidance on eligibility, required documents and the steps ahead. Our support goes beyond completing forms, helping applicants approach the process with greater clarity and confidence. Book a consultation with a licensed immigration consultant to discuss your individual situation. Information about our services and pricing is available on our fees page.
Brazil to Canada Spousal Sponsorship
Applicants applying for spousal sponsorship from Brazil must follow the country-specific IRCC instructions alongside the standard sponsorship application checklist. These instructions clarify whether additional local forms or identity documents are required for an application involving people living in Brazil.
For Brazil applicants, no extra country-specific forms are required. However, a foreign national living in Brazil must include a copy of their Registro Nacional de Estrangeiros (RNE) with the sponsorship application.
Country-Specific Documents
Applicants from Brazil must follow the IRCC country-specific spousal sponsorship instructions for Brazil.
The Brazil instructions confirm that there are no extra country-specific forms for residents of Brazil.
Identity Documents
If the principal applicant is a foreign national living in Brazil, they must include a copy of their Registro Nacional de Estrangeiros (RNE).
Brazil to Canada Express Entry
Brazil is a strong source country for permanent residence through Canada’s Express Entry system. From 2021 to the first quarter of 2026, IRCC data shows 14,435 admissions of permanent residents under Express Entry for Brazil, showing the pathway’s continued importance for Brazilian skilled workers pursuing long-term settlement in Canada.
For applicants from Brazil, Express Entry planning often starts with the right combination of education, skilled work experience, and language results. English or French test scores, an Educational Credential Assessment for foreign education, accurate employment records, and proof of funds where required can all influence profile strength and application readiness.
A Brazil-focused Express Entry approach should consider how the applicant’s occupation, CRS score, language potential, education background, and possible provincial nomination options work together. Strong preparation can help Brazilian applicants understand their competitiveness, improve weaker areas where possible, and prepare a clearer permanent residence application.
Brazil to Canada PNP
For skilled applicants from Brazil, the Provincial Nominee Program can open a practical route to Canadian permanent residence when their occupation and experience align with a province’s labour market needs. Provincial streams can be especially useful for candidates who have a strong professional background but need a more targeted pathway than federal selection alone.
A Brazil-focused PNP strategy should consider where the applicant’s education, work history, language results, job offer, Canadian experience, or settlement connections create the strongest fit. English or French ability can also influence the strategy, especially where provinces prioritize specific occupations, regional labour shortages, or language-related selection factors.
PNP applications may be connected to Express Entry or may follow a separate non-Express Entry process. IRCC confirms that an Express Entry provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points, which can significantly improve a candidate’s chance of receiving an invitation to apply. For applicants from Brazil, comparing suitable provincial streams early can help identify the right province, prepare stronger documents, and build a clearer permanent residence plan.
Brazil to Canada Study Permit
Applicants applying for a Canada study permit from Brazil must follow the São Paulo visa office instructions for local document requirements. These instructions are listed in the São Paulo Visa Office Additional Document Checklist — IMM 5849, which is used together with the standard Canada study permit checklist.
For Brazil applicants, IMM 5849 focuses on a one-page study plan, proof of funds for at least one year in Canada, recent tax and bank documents, sponsor documents where applicable, and proof of status in Brazil for non-Brazilian applicants.
Required Forms
Brazil study permit applicants must follow the São Paulo Visa Office Additional Document Checklist for study permits.
Country-specific checklist:
IMM 5849 is used alongside the standard study permit checklist. It does not replace the general study permit requirements.
If the applicant is not Brazilian, IMM 5849 asks for proof of status in Brazil, such as a permanent resident card, visitor visa, or another document showing their status in Brazil.
Study Plan
IMM 5849 asks Brazil applicants to submit a study plan of about one page, written by the applicant.
The study plan should explain:
- why the applicant wants to go to Canada;
- why the applicant chose the school and program of study;
- the applicant’s overall educational goals;
- how the Canadian diploma or degree may increase the applicant’s employment chances.
The study plan should be specific to the applicant’s education and career direction, rather than a general statement about studying in Canada.
Financial Evidence
IMM 5849 asks Brazil applicants to provide proof of enough funds to cover tuition and living expenses for at least one year in Canada.
Applicants should include:
- the most recent complete tax return;
- bank statements covering the last three months;
- proof of tuition payment, if tuition has already been paid;
- scholarship or bursary evidence, if applicable.
If a third party, including a parent, is providing the funds, the application should include:
- a signed letter of undertaking from that person or sponsor;
- financial documents from the sponsor covering the last three months, such as a tax return, bank statements, savings documents, scholarship letter, or financial award letter.
Brazil to Canada Visitor Visa
Applicants applying for a Canada visitor visa from Brazil must follow the São Paulo Visa Office Instructions, IMM 5889, alongside the standard temporary resident visa requirements. These instructions apply to Brazil applicants and set out local document, translation, identity, and financial-evidence requirements.
For Brazil applicants, documents not in English or French require certified translations, and official documents should be submitted as photocopies because they will not be returned. Non-Brazilian residents must provide their national foreigner registration. The checklist also outlines financial evidence for self-funded and sponsored trips, plus documents for students, family visits, business travel, transit, short-term studies, and unaccompanied minors studying in Canada.
Visa Office
IRCC does not publish a separate Brazil-only checklist under a different country name.
For visitor visa applications from Brazil, the official visa-office document available through IRCC is the São Paulo Visa Office Instructions, IMM 5889 E.
These are São Paulo visa-office instructions for Brazil applicants.
Document Rules
The São Paulo checklist says that documents not in English or French must include a certified translation.
It also asks applicants to submit photocopies of official documents, since documents will not be returned after processing.
For non-Brazilian residents applying from Brazil, the checklist asks for a copy of the applicant’s national foreigner registration.
Financial Documents
The São Paulo checklist gives specific financial-document examples.
For applicants paying for their own trip, the checklist lists:
- bank statements or bank book covering the past three months
- employment letter
- pay slips
- proof of pension
- business registration
- investments
If another person is paying for the trip, the checklist asks for:
- signed letter from the person paying
- copy of that person’s passport or other official identification
- bank certificate showing sufficient funds
- explanation of the relationship
- documents dated within three months of the application date
Specific Situations
The São Paulo checklist includes some situation-specific document items.
For applicants who are currently studying, the checklist lists:
- proof of current studies
- school declaration
- most recent transcript
For applicants visiting a friend or relative, the checklist lists an invitation letter.
For business travel, the checklist lists an employer letter that includes:
- period of stay
- name and address of the company the applicant will visit
- type of business the applicant will conduct
For transit through Canada for less than 48 hours, the checklist lists:
- copy of the airline ticket or travel-agent itinerary
- visa for the destination country, if applicable
For study in Canada for six months or less, the checklist lists:
- copy of the acceptance letter from the Canadian school
For minors studying unaccompanied in Canada, the checklist lists:
- authorization letter signed by both parents or the legal guardian
- parents’ or guardian’s address and phone number
- name, address, and phone number of the adult responsible for the minor in Canada
- Custodian Declaration Form IMM 5646
