Retirement Visa (VITEM XIV)
We prepare your VITEM XIV retiree residency application so you can settle in Paraná on your pension with your dependents.
Who this is for
- Retirees drawing a stable monthly pension who want to make Brazil their long-term home
- Couples relocating together, where a spouse or partner joins as a dependent
- Retirees bringing dependent children or other qualifying family members
- Applicants who prefer Curitiba's mild climate, safety and healthcare over busier Brazilian cities
What's included
- Eligibility assessment against the current VITEM XIV pension-income thresholds
- Document checklist tailored to your pension source, nationality and family situation
- Guidance on proving stable, transferable retirement income to Brazilian authorities
- Preparation and review of the residency application alongside licensed Brazilian attorneys (OAB)
- Inclusion of qualifying dependents (spouse or partner and children) in the same application
- Coordination of your CPF, apostille and sworn translations needed to file
- Support with your Federal Police appointment and CRNM residence-card registration in Paraná
How it works
- Consultation & eligibilityWe review your pension income, family and goals to confirm the VITEM XIV route fits before you spend on documents.
- Document preparationWe build your file — pension proof, background check, apostille and sworn translations — and validate it with our attorneys.
- Application filingYour residency application is submitted through the correct channel, whether at a consulate abroad or in Brazil.
- Arrival & registrationOn approval we handle your Federal Police appointment, CPF and CRNM registration in Curitiba.
- Settling supportWe connect you to banking, housing and healthcare so daily life in Paraná is ready from week one.
Documents you need
- Valid passport with sufficient remaining validity
- Official proof of a stable monthly retirement pension (award letter or statements)
- Bank statements evidencing the transfer of pension funds
- Criminal background certificate from your country of residence, apostilled
- Birth and marriage certificates for any dependents, apostilled and sworn-translated
- Passport photos and completed application forms per consular requirements
Why Brazil4Connect
- Trilingual team in Paraná working in Arabic, English and Portuguese, close to the offices that decide your case
- Applications prepared alongside licensed Brazilian attorneys (OAB), not guesswork
- One partner handles the whole chain — visa file, CPF, bank account and your first home in Curitiba
- Honest guidance: we tell you upfront if your income or documents fall short before you commit
Frequently asked questions
How much pension income do I need for the retirement visa?
Brazil sets a minimum stable monthly pension threshold for VITEM XIV, with an additional amount typically required per dependent. We check your figures against the current rule during the consultation and confirm whether you qualify.
Can my spouse and children come with me?
Yes. Qualifying dependents such as a spouse or partner and dependent children can be included, provided your pension income covers the additional per-dependent requirement.
Can you guarantee my residency will be approved?
No one can. Residency is decided by Brazilian authorities. We prepare a complete, well-documented application with licensed attorneys to give you the strongest possible pathway.
Does the retirement visa let me work in Brazil?
The VITEM XIV is a retiree residency based on pension income, not an employment route. If you plan to work or run a business, we can advise on a different visa alongside our attorneys.
Can I start the process before moving to Brazil?
Yes. Eligibility review, document apostille and much of the file are prepared remotely, so most of the work is done before you travel to Paraná.