Brazilians receiving an INSS or other public pension prove they are alive so payments continue. The proof can be done by facial recognition in the gov.br app, by video call, or in person at the consulate.
Where to apply in Australia
Consulate-General of Brazil in Sydney (6/45 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW), which runs itinerant consulates in other cities; the Embassy in Canberra and honorary consuls are also listed. Check the consulate's jurisdiction page for your state.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Brazil.
How to apply
Use the 'Prova de vida' option in the gov.br app, or book an in-person or video appointment through e-consular using the request form.
Documents you need
- Gov.br account (app option)
- Identity document
- Request form for video-call option
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: AUD 9.50 (in person)
Good to know
Fee table published 13 October 2022 and updated 14 October 2025; fees can change with exchange rates. Payment at the counter by debit card only (no credit cards or American Express).
Official sources
- gov.br/mre/pt-br/consulado-sydney/servicos-consulares/atestado-de-vida
- gov.br/mre/pt-br/consulado-sydney/servicos-consulares/taxas-e-forma…
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Brazil's official channels, last checked on 25 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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