- Diplomatic relations between Brazil and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were formally established in 1974 and the Brazilian embassy in Abu Dhabi was established in 1978. In 1991, the UAE set up its embassy in Brasilia, the first in Latin America.
- The country also has a consulate general in São Paulo, whose new headquarters was inaugurated by the chancellor in March 2017.
- Bilateral relations have registered significant political and economic deepening especially since the 2000s. This process has been strengthened by official visits. In November 2013, then Vice President Michel Temer visited the UAE. The UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, visited Brazil in 2009, 2010 (Mercosur), 2012, 2014, 2017 and 2019. The UAE Prime Minister and Vice President and Emir of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, visited Brazil in 2014. Also in 2019, President Jair Bolsonaro traveled the United Arab Emirates, accompanied by an extensive ministerial retinue.
- Prior to the presidential visit, the Ministers of Science, Technology, Innovation and Communication, Marcos Pontes; of Citizenship, Osmar Terra; of the Environment, Ricardo Salles; and Agriculture, Tereza Cristina, also made separate trips to the UAE, with significant results. Brazil and the United Arab Emirates have excellent bilateral relations.
- In the last few years, double taxation, visa waiver and extradition agreements were signed, among others. Once the legal bases have been laid, the countries move forward with a view to deepening their cultural relationship.
- UAE–Brazil Partnership: A Strategic Economic Alliance
- The economic relationship between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Brazil has continued to deepen and diversify, reflecting strong strategic alignment, expanding commercial ties and a steady increase in bilateral investment.
- Building on over five decades of diplomatic relations, both countries are strengthening economic cooperation and unlocking new opportunities for trade, investment and sustainable development.
- Trade and Investment Overview
- UAE exports to Brazil primarily include energy products (such as oil and urea), industrial inputs and machinery. In parallel, Emirati sovereign wealth funds and private sector companies have emerged as key investors in Brazil’s infrastructure, finance, logistics, energy and sustainability sectors.
- Bilateral trade maintained a positive trajectory through 2025, supported by high-level negotiations toward the Mercosur–UAE Free Trade Agreement, expected to be concluded in the near term. The agreement aims to reduce tariffs, facilitate services and investment flows, and strengthen regulatory cooperation—creating conditions for trade expansion well beyond current levels.
- Strategic Sectors and Economic Alignment
- Agribusiness remains a cornerstone of the UAE–Brazil partnership. The UAE ranks among the principal international markets for Brazilian agricultural products, with trade growth between 2023 and 2025 reflecting a significant expansion in exports to the Emirates and reinforcing long-term food security cooperation.
- Energy and infrastructure represent additional pillars of bilateral engagement. Emirati investments are being directed toward renewable energy projects, logistics platforms and Brazil’s industrial value chains, contributing to sustainable growth and industrial modernization.
- Tax and Regulatory Developments
- In 2025, Brazil officially removed the UAE from its list of jurisdictions subject to preferential tax regimes, signaling enhanced financial transparency and regulatory alignment. This development is expected to further facilitate bilateral investment and strengthen investor confidence.
- Regional and Global Strategic Cooperation
- The strategic alignment between Brazil and the UAE extends to multilateral platforms such as the G20, BRICS, and international climate action forums. During Brazil’s 2025 BRICS Chairmanship, both countries reaffirmed their commitment to economic cooperation, sustainable development, logistics integration and technology exchange.
- Outlook for 2026 and Beyond
- As the UAE–Brazil partnership advances toward a more mature and strategic phase, the anticipated Mercosur–UAE Free Trade Agreement and the deepening of bilateral economic frameworks are set to redefine the scope of cooperation between the two countries. The relationship is evolving from traditional trade dynamics toward integrated value chains, long-term investments and joint production ecosystems across priority sectors such as energy, AI, technology, defense, agribusiness, bioeconomy and advanced manufacturing.
- Brazil and the United Arab Emirates have room to deepen cultural cooperation in the fields of literature, music, education, sports - in the Emirates, Brazilian jiu-jitsu is very popular - and audiovisual production.
- The culture of Brazil is a synthesis of the influence of the various peoples and ethnic groups that formed the Brazilian people. There is no perfectly homogeneous Brazilian culture, but a mosaic of different cultural aspects that together form the culture of Brazil. Naturally, after more than three centuries of Portuguese colonization, Brazil's culture is mostly Lusitanian. The formation of Brazilian culture also had great influence from the Arab community.
- The culture of the United Arab Emirates is also diverse, just as its society is. The country's historical population as a small tribal community was altered with the arrival of other nationals. The influence of Islamic and Arab culture on its architecture, music, clothing, cooking and lifestyle are also prominent.
- Brazil and the United Arab Emirates have much to gain by strengthening ties between their peoples.
This interactive page provides Emirati travelers with personalized travel guidance and essential entry requirements based on their selected destination. Through a user-friendly map interface, travelers can quickly access important information, understand destination-specific regulations and requirements, and prepare confidently for their international journey.
- View destination-specific visa and entry requirements.
- Access the latest travel guidance and important alerts.
- Review passport, health, and required documentation requirements.
- Prepare for international travel using reliable and relevant guidance.
This interactive page provides non-UAE citizens with clear and accessible information about visa requirements for entering the United Arab Emirates. Users can search for their country or nationality and quickly determine whether they are eligible for visa-free entry or are required to obtain a visa before travelling, helping them plan their visit and complete the necessary arrangements in advance.
- Search for visa information by country or nationality.
- Check whether entry to the UAE is visa-free or requires a visa.
- View country-specific visa eligibility information.
- Prepare the required travel and visa arrangements before departure.
