Embassy of Brazil Abuja

The Embassy of Brazil in Abuja serves as the primary diplomatic mission of Brazil in Nigeria, fostering diplomatic relations, and promoting Brazilian interests. It provides a range of consular and administrative services for both Brazilian citizens in Nigeria and Nigerian citizens seeking to travel to Brazil.

Key Information:

• Location: The embassy is located at 324, Diplomatic Drive, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria.
• Ambassador: The current Ambassador of Brazil to Nigeria is Ambassador Carlos José Areias Moreno Garcete.
• Hours of Operation: The embassy generally operates from Monday to Friday, with specific hours that may vary. It is advisable to contact the embassy directly or check its official website for the most current information.
• Contact:
  • Phone: (+234) 803 535 0118 and (+234) 9 461 8688
  • Email: brasemb.abuja@itamaraty.gov.br

Services Offered:

The Consular Department of the embassy provides a variety of services, including:

• Visa Services: Issuing visas for Nigerians and other foreign nationals to travel to Brazil for tourism, business, family visits, study, work, and other purposes. The embassy provides information on the necessary requirements for each visa type.
• Passport Services: Issuing and renewing Brazilian passports for Brazilian citizens residing in Nigeria.
• Document Legalization: Legalizing and notarizing documents for use in Brazil.
• Assistance to Citizens: Providing consular assistance to Brazilian citizens in Nigeria in case of emergencies, such as lost passports or other urgent situations.
• Other Consular Services: This includes services like marriage registration, birth registration for children born to Brazilian parents in Nigeria, and assistance with Brazilian nationality issues.

For visa applications and other consular services, it is often necessary to book an appointment through the embassy’s official e-consular system. Applicants may also need to submit their documents physically at the embassy or a designated partner, like a VFS Global center, if applicable.