For many people around the world, discovering a Brazilian ancestor opens the door to more than just family history — it can mean the right to Brazilian citizenship by descent, officially recognized under Brazil’s principle of jus sanguinis (citizenship through bloodline).
Under Brazilian law, citizenship is not only based on jus soli (being born in Brazil), but also on jus sanguinis — the right of descent.
This means that if you have a Brazilian parent, grandparent, or sometimes even a great-grandparent, you may be eligible to claim Brazilian nationality, even if you were born abroad.
Brazilian citizenship by descent is grounded in the Federal Constitution of 1988 (Article 12), which recognizes that children born abroad to Brazilian parents are entitled to nationality. This right is further regulated by the Civil Registry and Nationality Law (Lei nº 13.445/2017) and administrative rules from the Ministry of Justice, ensuring that descendants of Brazilians can claim their citizenship through proper registration or judicial recognition, even if born outside Brazil.
Eligibility depends on factors such as:
The birth and marriage registration of your Brazilian ancestor.
The transcription of foreign civil records in Brazil.
The continuity of the Brazilian lineage in official records.
I am attorney specializing in Brazilian nationality law, ensuring each application is accurately documented and recognized by the competent authorities in Brazil.
Brazil allows dual citizenship, which means you can keep your original nationality while enjoying all the rights and privileges of being a Brazilian citizen.
This includes:
The right to live, work, and study in Brazil without any visa.
Access to public healthcare (SUS) and free public education.
The ability to transmit Brazilian citizenship to your children and future generations.
The freedom to hold a Brazilian passport — one of the most powerful in Latin America, granting visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 150 countries, including the Schengen Area, the UK, and Japan.
Obtaining Brazilian citizenship is not just a legal process — it’s a personal journey of rediscovering your heritage.
For many families, it represents a sense of belonging, pride, and a bridge between generations.
It’s about celebrating the story of those who came before you and preserving your family’s connection to Brazil’s vibrant culture and history.
If you believe you have Brazilian ancestry, our team can:
Assess your eligibility through a legal review.
Assist with gathering and validating documents.
Represent you before Brazilian authorities to ensure a smooth recognition process.
Take the first step toward reclaiming your Brazilian citizenship by descent — and your place in a community that values identity, history, and opportunity.
📩 Contact us today to schedule a free eligibility consultation.
Your Brazilian heritage might be closer than you think.