Brazil Visa RequirementsFor Slovenia passport holders
Slovenian citizens can visit Brazil visa-free for up to 90 days per 180-day period under a bilateral visa-waiver agreement.
Great news! Slovenia passport holders can enter Brazil without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa required for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. A valid Slovenian passport with at least 6 months' validity is required. Yellow fever vaccination is strongly recommended and required if arriving from or transiting through a yellow fever-endemic country. Register your travel plans with the Slovenian Embassy in Brasilia.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid Passport
A valid Slovenian passport with at least 6 months validity beyond your stay.
Valid Slovak Passport
Valid Slovak passport with at least 6 months validity beyond your intended stay.
Return or Onward Ticket
Proof of onward or return travel. Brazilian immigration may request this.
Proof of Sufficient Funds Recommended
Bank statement or credit card to demonstrate financial means for your stay.
Travel Insurance Recommended
Strongly recommended though not mandatory.
Current Travel Situation
Slovenia to Brazil: What You Need to Know
Brazil is South America's most vast and biodiverse nation and a compelling long-haul destination for Slovenian adventurers. The Amazon rainforest, the Pantanal wetlands, Iguazu Falls (shared with Argentina), Rio de Janeiro's iconic landscapes, and the colonial heritage of Salvador and Paraty draw European visitors. Slovenian travellers tend toward the nature-focused itineraries: the Pantanal jaguar circuit, Chapada Diamantina trekking in Bahia, or the Atlantic Forest reserves of the south.
How to Get There
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer (take the cog railway from Cosme Velho), Sugarloaf Mountain cable car, Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, the Santa Teresa tram neighbourhood, and a community tour of a favela such as Vidigal. Iguazu Falls: Brazilian panoramic viewpoint on one side, Argentine catwalks on the other; 2 days minimum. Amazon: Manaus gateway with 3-5 day river lodge eco-tours. Pantanal: May-October dry season for jaguar sightings (South Pantanal from Campo Grande, North from Cuiaba).
Money & Banking
Brazil uses the real (BRL). As of 2025, EUR 1 is approximately BRL 5.5. A mid-range Rio restaurant meal costs BRL 60-120 (EUR 11-22). Carry some BRL cash for markets and rural areas; ATMs at Banco do Brasil and Itau accept foreign cards best.
Practical Tips
No direct flights from Ljubljana. Common connections via Lisbon (TAP Air Portugal), Madrid (Iberia), or Amsterdam (KLM) to Sao Paulo (GRU) or Rio de Janeiro (GIG). Journey time is 14-17 hours. Gol, Latam, and Azul cover the extensive domestic network; internal distances require flying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Slovenian citizens need a visa for Brazil?
No. Slovenian citizens can visit Brazil visa-free for up to 90 days per 180-day period. A valid Slovenian passport with at least 6 months' validity is required.
Is Brazil safe for tourists?
Brazil has serious crime in some urban areas, but major tourist zones are manageable with standard precautions. Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo require vigilance: use Uber rather than street taxis, avoid displaying expensive devices in public, and research your neighbourhood before arriving. The Amazon, Pantanal, and Iguazu Falls areas are generally safe.
What vaccinations are needed for Brazil?
Yellow fever vaccination is strongly recommended and required as a condition of entry from yellow fever-endemic countries. Hepatitis A, typhoid, and tetanus are also recommended. Consult a travel health clinic at least 4-6 weeks before departure.
What currency does Brazil use?
Brazil uses the real (BRL). As of 2025, EUR 1 is approximately BRL 5.5. Brazil offers excellent value for Europeans at local restaurants and in transport.
What is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
April to June and August to October are driest with pleasant temperatures. December to March is the rainy season with the highest temperatures. Carnival (February-March, dates vary) draws enormous crowds; book accommodation 6+ months in advance.
How do I get to Iguazu Falls from Brazil?
Fly from Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo (Guarulhos) to Foz do Iguacu Airport (approximately 2 hours). The Brazilian side of the falls is in Parque Nacional do Iguacu; the Argentine side (with the closest catwalks) is across the border by taxi or bus. Allow at least 2 days to see both sides.
What is the Pantanal and why is it special for wildlife?
The Pantanal is the world's largest tropical wetland, straddling Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay. It is the best place in the world to see jaguars in the wild (particularly on the Cuiaba River in the north Pantanal from May to October dry season). Other wildlife: giant anteater, capybara, giant otter, tapir, and 650+ bird species. Eco-lodges along the Transpantaneira road (North Pantanal) are the prime base.