Express Entry (e-APR) processing time from Brazil
Posted IRCC average: 6 months service standard. Times vary by visa office and case complexity — verify on canada.ca.
Always verify on canada.ca's live processing-time tool at check-processing-times. IRCC updates posted figures monthly.
About the Express Entry (e-APR)
Electronic Application for Permanent Residence after an Invitation to Apply via Express Entry.
Brazil-specific factors that affect timing
- Police certificate (Atestado de Antecedentes Criminais) — Federal Police, online, free.
- Apostille via Hague Convention (Brazil signatory).
- Diploma + transcripts apostilled before WES.
- IELTS in São Paulo, Rio, Brasília; CELPIP in São Paulo.
Police certificate from Brazil: Atestado de Antecedentes Criminais from Polícia Federal — online, free.
VAC locations in Brazil
- São Paulo
- Rio de Janeiro
- Brasília
Embassy / High Commission: Embassy of Canada, SES Avenida das Nações, Quadra 803, Lote 16, Brasília.
Frequently asked questions
What is the current Express Entry (e-APR) processing time from Brazil?
IRCC's posted service standard for Express Entry (e-APR) applications is 6 months service standard. Times vary by visa office and case complexity. Verify the current figure on canada.ca's processing-time tool before applying.
How does IRCC calculate the Express Entry (e-APR) processing time?
IRCC publishes the 80th percentile of recently completed applications, meaning roughly 20% of cases take longer than the posted figure. Factors include visa office workload, security checks, and document completeness.
What can delay my Express Entry (e-APR) application from Brazil?
Common causes: incomplete documents, security background checks, medical exam follow-ups, biometrics scheduling, and IRCC procedural-fairness letters requesting more information. Brazil-specific factors include availability of police certificates and biometrics enrolment at local VACs.
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