Parents' Residency via Brazilian Child

👶 Who's eligible to apply?

The foreign father or mother of a Brazilian child (by birth) has a strong legal right to residency — protected even in case of irregular entry into Brazil, based on the principle of protecting family unity.

Foreign father of a Brazilian child
Foreign mother of a Brazilian child
Whether married to the other parent or separated — what matters is proving a real relationship with the child

💡 For the full legal details (legal basis, accepted evidence, duration of residency), see the Residency via Brazilian Child — Full Details page.