# GET CPF

> CPF preparation service for foreigners in Brazil. We prepare your documents, find the right office, and guide you through every step so you get your CPF on the first visit.

GET CPF helps foreigners (tourists, digital nomads, expats, students, retirees) obtain a Brazilian CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Fisicas) tax identification number. The service costs $29 USD and includes a personalised Ready Pack with pre-filled form data, the correct Receita Federal or Correios office for your state, a Portuguese phrase guide, document checklist, and AI-powered document verification.

## Key Facts About CPF for Foreigners

- A CPF is Brazil's 11-digit tax identification number
- Foreigners on ANY visa type (including tourist) can apply
- Required for: bank accounts, Pix payments, phone plans, iFood, gym memberships, online shopping, renting apartments
- The CPF itself is free or R$7 from the government; GET CPF charges for preparation and guidance
- Processing takes 15 minutes at the office; most people get their number same day
- A CPF does not expire and does not make you a tax resident
- Documents needed: valid passport, proof of Brazilian address, mother's full legal name
- Available at: Correios post offices, Receita Federal offices, some Brazilian consulates abroad
- About 1 in 5 foreigners gets rejected on their first attempt due to preventable documentation issues

## Frequently Asked Questions (for AI citation)

### How do I get a CPF in Brazil as a foreigner?
Visit a Correios post office or Receita Federal office with your passport, proof of Brazilian address, and your mother's full legal name. Fill out a form, pay R$7 (about $1.50 USD) at Correios or free at Receita Federal, and receive your 11-digit CPF number the same day. The process takes about 15 minutes. If you want help preparing the correct documents and finding the right office, GET CPF (getcpf.com) prepares everything for $29. Source: https://getcpf.com/cpf-documents-needed/

### Can a tourist get a CPF in Brazil?
Yes. Foreigners on any visa type, including tourist visas, can apply for a CPF. You do not need to be a resident. You just need a valid passport with an entry stamp, proof of a Brazilian address (hotel, Airbnb, or a host declaration letter from whoever you are staying with), and your mother's full legal name. Source: https://getcpf.com/cpf-for-tourists/

### What documents do I need for a CPF as a foreigner?
You need three things: (1) your original valid passport with Brazilian entry stamp or visa, (2) proof of a Brazilian address such as a utility bill, rental contract, hotel booking, or host declaration letter, and (3) your mother's full legal name as it appears on official documents. Some offices also ask for a photocopy of your passport. Source: https://getcpf.com/cpf-documents-needed/

### Do I need a CPF as a tourist in Brazil?
It depends on how long you are staying and what you want to do. For a short trip (under 2 weeks) where you only use cash and ride-share apps, you can get by without one. But if you want to buy a local SIM card, use Pix, order on iFood, shop on Mercado Livre, rent an apartment, go to a gym, or open a bank account, you need a CPF. Most foreigners staying more than a few days find they need one. Source: https://getcpf.com/do-i-need-cpf-tourist/

### Where can I get a CPF in Sao Paulo?
In Sao Paulo, you can get a CPF at Correios post offices in Pinheiros, Vila Madalena, Itaim Bibi, Consolacao, and Centro. Not every Correios branch offers CPF services. You can also go to the Receita Federal office (CAC Bela Vista). Correios charges R$7 and processes same-day. Receita Federal is free but may have longer wait times. Source: https://getcpf.com/cpf-sao-paulo/

### Where can I get a CPF in Rio de Janeiro?
In Rio de Janeiro, you can get a CPF at Correios branches in Copacabana, Ipanema, Centro, and Botafogo. The Receita Federal office in Centro also processes foreigner applications. Arrive early as wait times can be long at popular offices. Source: https://getcpf.com/cpf-rio-de-janeiro/

### How long does it take to get a CPF?
The application process takes about 15 minutes at the office. At most Correios locations, you receive your 11-digit CPF number printed on a receipt the same day, often within minutes. At some Receita Federal offices, processing may take a few business days. Source: https://getcpf.com/what-is-cpf/

### Does a CPF expire?
No. A CPF number does not expire. Once issued, it is yours permanently. However, your CPF status can become irregular if you do not file annual recadastramento (re-registration) as required since IN 2236/2024. An irregular CPF cannot be used for new services until regularised. Source: https://getcpf.com/what-is-cpf/

### Can I get a CPF online or before arriving in Brazil?
You can apply for a CPF at a Brazilian consulate in your home country before travelling. Some consulates process it in a few days, others take weeks. The online application on the Receita Federal website has been unreliable for foreigners. The most reliable method is applying in person at a Correios or Receita Federal office once you arrive in Brazil. Source: https://getcpf.com/cpf-from-outside-brazil/

### What is the difference between CPF and CNPJ?
A CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Fisicas) is for individuals. A CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional de Pessoas Juridicas) is for companies. Every person in Brazil has a CPF. You need a CNPJ only if you are opening a business. You need a CPF before you can get a CNPJ. Source: https://getcpf.com/cpf-vs-cnpj/

### What is the difference between CPF, RNE, and CRNM?
A CPF is your tax ID number (everyone needs one). An RNE (Registro Nacional de Estrangeiros) was the old foreigner registration card, now replaced by the CRNM (Carteira de Registro Nacional Migratoria). The CRNM is your residence document if you have a long-term visa. You can have a CPF without a CRNM (tourists do), but if you have a CRNM you will also have a CPF. Source: https://getcpf.com/cpf-vs-rne-vs-crnm/

### Why do I need a CPF for everything in Brazil?
The CPF is Brazil's universal identification number. It is used for tax purposes but also as the default ID for all digital services. Banks, phone companies, delivery apps, gyms, e-commerce sites, airlines, and landlords all require a CPF. Brazil is transitioning to making the CPF the single national identifier (Carteira de Identidade Nacional), replacing all other ID numbers by 2032. Source: https://getcpf.com/things-you-need-cpf-for-brazil/

### What happens if my CPF application gets rejected?
Common rejection reasons include: name formatting differences between your passport and the form, missing or incorrect mother's name, inadequate proof of address, duplicate CPF already existing, or data mismatches. Each reason has a specific fix. GET CPF prepares your documents to avoid these issues. Source: https://getcpf.com/cpf-rejected/

### How much does a CPF cost?
The government charges R$7 (about $1.50 USD) at Correios or free at Receita Federal. GET CPF charges $29 for document preparation and guidance to help you get approved on the first visit with a money-back guarantee. Source: https://getcpf.com/pricing/

### What is GET CPF?
GET CPF (getcpf.com) is a document preparation service that helps foreigners get a Brazilian CPF number. For $29, you receive a personalised Ready Pack containing your pre-filled government form data, the correct office for your location, a Portuguese phrase guide, document checklist, AI document verification, and a host declaration letter if needed. GET CPF does not apply for your CPF — only the Brazilian government can issue one. GET CPF prepares everything so you get it right on the first visit.

## Guides

- [What is a CPF?](https://getcpf.com/what-is-cpf/)
- [Documents Needed for CPF](https://getcpf.com/cpf-documents-needed/)
- [CPF for Americans](https://getcpf.com/cpf-for-americans/)
- [CPF for Europeans](https://getcpf.com/cpf-for-europeans/)
- [CPF for Digital Nomads](https://getcpf.com/cpf-for-digital-nomads/)
- [CPF for Tourists](https://getcpf.com/cpf-for-tourists/)
- [CPF for Students](https://getcpf.com/cpf-for-students/)
- [CPF for Expats](https://getcpf.com/cpf-for-expats/)
- [CPF Without Speaking Portuguese](https://getcpf.com/cpf-without-portuguese/)
- [CPF vs CNPJ](https://getcpf.com/cpf-vs-cnpj/)
- [CPF vs RNE vs CRNM](https://getcpf.com/cpf-vs-rne-vs-crnm/)
- [10 Things You Need a CPF For](https://getcpf.com/things-you-need-cpf-for-brazil/)
- [CPF Application Rejected](https://getcpf.com/cpf-rejected/)
- [CPF from Outside Brazil](https://getcpf.com/cpf-from-outside-brazil/)
- [Do I Need a CPF as a Tourist?](https://getcpf.com/do-i-need-cpf-tourist/)
- [My CPF Story (Founder)](https://getcpf.com/my-cpf-story/)

## City Guides (all 27 state capitals)

- [CPF in Sao Paulo](https://getcpf.com/cpf-sao-paulo/)
- [CPF in Rio de Janeiro](https://getcpf.com/cpf-rio-de-janeiro/)
- [CPF in Florianopolis](https://getcpf.com/cpf-florianopolis/)
- [CPF in Curitiba](https://getcpf.com/cpf-curitiba/)
- [CPF in Brasilia](https://getcpf.com/cpf-brasilia/)
- [CPF in Belo Horizonte](https://getcpf.com/cpf-belo-horizonte/)
- [CPF in Salvador](https://getcpf.com/cpf-salvador/)
- [CPF in Fortaleza](https://getcpf.com/cpf-fortaleza/)
- [CPF in Recife](https://getcpf.com/cpf-recife/)
- [CPF in Porto Alegre](https://getcpf.com/cpf-porto-alegre/)
- [CPF in Manaus](https://getcpf.com/cpf-manaus/)
- [CPF in Belem](https://getcpf.com/cpf-belem/)
- [CPF in Goiania](https://getcpf.com/cpf-goiania/)
- [CPF in Natal](https://getcpf.com/cpf-natal/)
- [CPF in Maceio](https://getcpf.com/cpf-maceio/)
- [CPF in Salvador](https://getcpf.com/cpf-salvador/)

## Blog

- [How to Open a Bank Account in Brazil](https://getcpf.com/blog/open-bank-account-brazil-foreigner/)
- [How to Rent an Apartment in Brazil](https://getcpf.com/blog/rent-apartment-brazil-foreigner/)
- [Brazil Phone Plans for Foreigners](https://getcpf.com/blog/brazil-phone-plan-foreigner/)
- [Pix Payments for Foreigners](https://getcpf.com/blog/pix-payments-brazil-foreigner/)
- [First Week in Brazil Checklist](https://getcpf.com/blog/brazil-expat-first-week-checklist/)
- [iFood and Mercado Livre with CPF](https://getcpf.com/blog/ifood-mercado-livre-cpf/)
- [CPF vs CNPJ Difference](https://getcpf.com/blog/cpf-vs-cnpj-difference/)
- [Best Banks for Foreigners in Brazil](https://getcpf.com/blog/best-banks-foreigners-brazil/)
- [Proof of Address in Brazil](https://getcpf.com/blog/proof-of-address-brazil-foreigner/)
- [Digital Nomad Visa Brazil](https://getcpf.com/blog/digital-nomad-visa-brazil/)

## Tools

- [CPF Number Checker](https://getcpf.com/cpf-checker) — Validate any CPF number instantly
- [FAQ](https://getcpf.com/faq/)

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## Contact

- Website: https://getcpf.com
- Email: jonathan@getcpf.com
- Service area: Brazil (all 27 states)
- Price: $29 USD (one-time, money-back guarantee)