Visas

It totally depends on the country, each one is different.

Maybe your travel agent could help with this?

i found this hope it helps

http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1072.html

ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS: A passport and visa are required for U.S. citizens traveling to Brazil for any purpose. Brazilian visas must be obtained in advance from the Brazilian Embassy or consulate nearest to the traveler's place of residence. There are no 'airport visas' and immigration authorities will refuse entry to Brazil to anyone not possessing a valid visa. All Brazilian visas, regardless of the length of validity, must initially be used within 90 days of the issuance date or will no longer be valid. Immigration authorities will not allow entry into Brazil without a valid visa. The U.S. Government cannot assist travelers who arrive in Brazil without proper documentation.

Thank you for the info!!!

I know FH's mom has had to get these before cus she goes to brazil- so Im sure she will know what we have to do and all that! Also, her friend from high School is a TA I guess and she said he can help us with this stuff.

HI Gina,
the NYC Brazilian consulate is pretty fast for US Citizens (2-3 days); my bosses go to Brazil frequently so i do this a few times a year.

Brazilian Consulate NYC

DONT FORGET - they only take money orders so you'll have to bring that with you; the rates for tourists are different than business visitors, so verify you get one in the right amount.

THere are numerous services that will handle your visa for you (for a FEE of course!) - I use CIBT (www.cibt.com) if you're nervous or on a tight deadline!!!

And their operating hours:
Servicing of Non-Brazilian Citizens:
10:00h to 12:00h
Service requests and submission of documents including Visa Applications.

14:30h to 16:00h
Pick-up of passports/visas and other requested documents received in the previous business day.