Ordinary
4 yearswith a permanent RNM
- Full legal capacity (18 or older)
- Able to communicate in Portuguese
- No criminal conviction, or legally rehabilitated
Why hire a lawyer
Doing it alone vs. with Borderless
The application is filed online, but choosing the wrong type, a document without an apostille or an unanswered request can delay everything.
On your own
With Borderless
Choosing the type
You interpret the law yourself
A lawyer confirms your eligibility before filing
Documents
The government’s generic list
A personalized checklist, with every certificate, translation and apostille reviewed
Government requests
You answer without guidance
We answer for you, on time
Application denied
10 days to appeal, on your own
Administrative appeal and, if needed, a lawsuit
Delays over 180 days
Keep waiting
We assess the right legal action
Languages
Portuguese only
English, Portuguese, Spanish and Italian
What changes
As a Brazilian citizen, you get
- A Brazilian passportVisa-free entry to more than 160 countries and territories, including the Schengen Area.
- No more renewalsNo residence expiry dates and no dependence on your immigration status.
- The right to voteYour own voter ID and full participation in political life.
- Public service examsAccess to public positions, except those reserved for native-born Brazilians.
- Dual citizenshipBrazil does not require you to give up your original nationality.
- Equal rightsThe same rights as other Brazilians, except for the exceptions in the Constitution.
Fully digital service
We serve clients all over Brazil.
Video meetings, documents sent from your phone and updates on WhatsApp. Modern, streamlined legal service with no travel and no queues, wherever you are.
Chat on WhatsAppManausBoa VistaBelémFortalezaRecifeSalvadorBrasíliaGoiâniaCuiabáCampo GrandeBelo HorizonteRio de JaneiroSão PauloCuritibaFoz do IguaçuFlorianópolisPorto Alegreand any other city
30-second check
Can you apply for naturalization yet?
Answer the questions and get your boarding pass to citizenship.
Boarding pass
FromRNM
ToCitizen
Type
Minimum time
Status
Portuguese
Confirm with a lawyer →General indication, not a legal review.
Brazil
Who is eligible
Types of naturalization
Extraordinary
15 yearsof uninterrupted residence
- Fixed residence in Brazil for more than 15 consecutive years
- No criminal conviction
- No Portuguese test required
Provisional
under 10years old when settling in Brazil
- Child or teenager who settled in Brazil before age 10
- Filed by a parent or legal guardian
- Can become permanent after turning 18
The ordinary period drops to 1 year if you:
- Have a Brazilian child
- Have a Brazilian spouse or partner
- Have provided, or can provide, relevant service to Brazil
- Are recommended for professional, scientific or artistic ability
Step by step
From first contact to passport
- Borderless
Case review
We confirm the right type, your residence period and any obstacles.
- You and Borderless
Documents
A personalized checklist, with every certificate, translation and apostille reviewed.
- Ministry of Justice
Filing and biometrics
We file the application; you visit the Federal Police once for biometrics.
- Department of Migration
Review and approval
We handle requests until publication in the Official Gazette.
Legal deadline: 180 days - You, Brazilian
Brazilian documents
We guide you through your new ID, voter ID and passport.
What’s included
Everything we do in your case
One service, from the first assessment to the final decision, with no stages billed separately.
Tailored proposalwith fees and terms presented after we review your case.
- Legal analysis and classification of your case
- A strategy suited to your immigration profile
- Guidance to organize and prepare your documents
- Technical review of all documents
- Filing with the Ministry of Justice
- Administrative follow-up of the process
- Responses to requests from the authorities
- Administrative appeals, when needed
- Support until the final decision is published
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“Excellent service! I’m Cuban and now Brazilian. Thank you, Borderless. I’ll have my Brazilian ID soon!”
YudelCuba“I’m Bolivian and now Brazilian! Thank you to Ms. Eunice and the team for their dedicated help with my naturalization. Highly recommended!”
DenisseBolivia“Excellent service! They helped my employee get naturalized quickly, all online. Highly recommended! A top-notch team!”
João PedroEmployer“Great team, committed and serious. I strongly recommend their services! You are amazing!”
“Transparency and trust with the team! I thank Ms. Eunice for her kindness and support.”
“My experience has been great! It will be amazing if we reach our goal. Let's do it together!”
Who handles your case
Isadora Rizzi
Every naturalization case is personally coordinated by the founder of Borderless.
A lawyer with a master’s degree in transnational migration law, Isadora oversees each case from the first review to the final approval.
- Master’s degree, Università degli Studi di Perugia
- Member of the International Law Committee of OAB/PR (Paraná Bar)
- Partner at TNP Advogados for more than 10 years
- Works in English, Portuguese and Italian
Bar registrations (OAB):PR 75.878RS 128.838ASC 76.297-AVerify on the CNA ↗
FAQ
Questions about naturalization
Can’t find your question? Message us on WhatsApp.
How long does naturalization take?
The law sets 180 days for the review, but in practice the time depends on the authorities’ workload. If 180 days pass, a lawsuit can be filed to require a decision.
How much does it cost?
There is no government fee for the application. The costs are the required certificates and translations, plus our legal fees, which are set out in a tailored proposal after we review your case.
I don’t live near Curitiba. Can you help me?
Yes. We work with clients in any city in Brazil, 100% online: video meetings, documents sent from your phone and updates on WhatsApp.
How do I prove I speak Portuguese?
With the Celpe-Bras exam or other accepted proof, such as a high school, bachelor’s or graduate diploma earned in Brazil, or a Portuguese course from a university recognized by the Ministry of Education.
Do I need to be in Brazil during the process?
Yes, at least for the first stage, because you must attend the Federal Police in person for biometrics and document checks. There is also a limit on time spent abroad during the required residence period, which we check in the first review.
My application was denied. What now?
You can file an administrative appeal within 10 days. If the appeal is also denied, the decision can be challenged in court. We review the reason for denial and what can be added.
Can refugees apply?
Yes. People with refugee status recognized by Conare can apply and are exempt from presenting a passport and a criminal record certificate from their home country.
Will I lose my original nationality?
Brazil does not require you to renounce it. Whether you keep it depends on your home country’s law, and we check this with you.