If you’re considering birth abroad, you’ve likely done your research and understand the life-changing benefits it can bring to your child. Choosing Brazil for this journey is one of the best decisions you could make. With its birthright citizenship policy (jus soli), a passport that opens doors worldwide, and a warm, welcoming culture, Brazil is an ideal place for your child to begin their journey in life.
Brazil follows the jus soli principle, meaning any child born on Brazilian soil is automatically a Brazilian citizen. This is a permanent, unconditional right—your child will never lose this citizenship, even if they leave Brazil and live elsewhere for their entire life.
Beyond that, as parents of a Brazilian child, you can immediately apply for a permanent residency permit, which can eventually lead to Brazilian citizenship for you as well. This opens the door to an ideal Plan-B, allowing you to secure legal residency in a tax-friendly and resource-rich country.
A Brazilian passport is one of the strongest in Latin America. It allows visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 170 countries, including the entire European Union, the UK, and most of Asia. Unlike some other passports in the region, Brazilians can even travel visa-free to Canada, Japan, and Russia.
Brazil is also part of MERCOSUR, giving your child the right to live, work, and study in Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and other associated countries without needing special applications.
Brazil has an excellent private healthcare system, with internationally accredited hospitals and top-tier maternity care. Many private hospitals, particularly in cities like São Paulo, Florianópolis, and Curitiba, cater to international patients, offering high-end birthing packages with English-speaking staff.
Brazil is famous for its warm and family-oriented culture. As a foreigner, you will find locals to be extremely welcoming, and expat communities thrive in major cities. Whether you’re coming from North America, Europe, or elsewhere, you’ll feel right at home during your stay.
