Invest Once.
Stay Connected for Life.
Begin with a residency visa through investment and gain full access to Brazil — no full-time stay required.
With the VITEM IX visa, you receive a CRNM (Brazil’s foreign resident ID), allowing you to:
Open local bank accounts
Use PIX, Brazil’s instant payment system
Register companies and sign contracts — like any resident
After 3 Years:
Earn Permanent Residency
Keep your capital invested for 3 years, then withdraw it and convert your visa to permanent residency, per RN 13/2017 – Art. 10º.
There’s no need to live in Brazil year-round — just enter once every 2 years to retain your status. Residência Cancelada por Ausência
Citizenship Possible in Just 4 Years
Hold permanent residency for 1 year, and you can apply for Brazilian citizenship — faster than almost any other path.
With the right timing, you could become a dual citizen in just 4 years.
Investment Requirement
R$150,000
Brazilian Reais
Required minimum investment
$27,300
US Dollars
Approximate exchange rate
Streamlined Process
Our accelerated pathway responds to increased demand for international residency options. From application to approval in optimized timeframes.
Why Brazil Now?
As global dynamics shift, Brazil emerges as a strategic choice. BRICS economy, political neutrality, and geographic advantages position it uniquely for the future.
Permanent Residency from Day 1
Under VITEM IX law: R$150,000 investment + job creation = path to permanent residency.
Live or Nomad—Your Choice
Travel flexibly between countries. No day-count tracking required. Maintain US residence while having Brazilian options. Perfect for lifestyle design.
High Growth Investment Opportunity
Brazil's tech scene is booming. Your investment goes into vetted startups with job creation commitments. Potential for significant returns plus residency.
Affordable High-Quality Life
Cost of living 60-70% lower than major US cities. World-class healthcare, vibrant culture, tropical climate. Build the lifestyle you want.
About the Founder
Daniel Atz is the visionary behind StartBrazil.co and a dual U.S.–Luxembourg citizen with over a decade in global mobility and entrepreneurship. He’s helped countless professionals navigate complex residency and investment pathways.
With deep roots in Brazil’s innovation scene. Daniel has spoken alongside top officials—governors, mayors, and senators—at different events.
Daniel combines strategic negotiation skills with hands-on execution, managing everything from R$150 000 startup investments to VITEM IX visa filings with full legal compliance.
Through startbrazil.com, Daniel leverages his network of public-sector partners and private-sector innovators to deliver a concierge service that makes Brazilian residency straightforward and reliable.
Flexible Plans Tailored For Your Needs
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Empowering Entrepreneurs Across Brazil’s Innovation Hubs
From Florianópolis to São Paulo, startbrazil.com connects you to vetted startups, expert legal support, and public-sector partners—so you can invest confidently and unlock permanent residency.
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Join the growing movement of people securing Brazilian residency. Limited capacity in our inaugural program means early access is essential for priority consideration.
