The University of São Paulo offers its students and faculty various forms of mobility so that they can take courses and engage in academic and research activities at institutions abroad.
Mobility for IAG undergraduate students
USP's International Academic Mobility Program allows and encourages its students to participate in academic activities at foreign HEIs. An undergraduate exchange programme enriches the student's experience with new knowledge and a broader cultural repertoire, with positive impact on future employment opportunities.
Mobility for IAG graduate students
Regularly enrolled graduate students at IAG may partake in the following mobility modalities:
Mobility for Faculty
USP's faculty members have access to funding lines towards actions aimed at the internationalization of the University.
Mobility for foreign undergraduate students
IAG offers three undergraduate programmes: Bachelor's Degree in Astronomy, Bachelor's Degree in Geophysics, and Bachelor's Degree in Meteorology. Foreigners may apply to study at IAG as regularly enrolled students and as international exchange students.
Mobility for foreign graduate students
IAG offers four graduate programmes: Graduate Program on Astronomy, Graduate Program on Geophysics, Graduate Program on Meteorology, and Professional Master in Teaching Astronomy. Foreigners may apply to study at IAG as regularly enrolled students and as international exchange students.
Mobility for Faculty
USP's faculty members have access to funding lines towards actions aimed at the internationalization of the University.
Preparations for the Visit of Foreign Researchers
Visa
To legally reside in Brazil during the period of study or research, and to be registered in USP systems, it is necessary to obtain the correct type of visa.
Guide for Arrival in Brazil
National Migratory Registry Card
The National Migratory Registry Card (CRNM, formerly known as RNE) is mandatory for all foreigners residing in Brazil. To obtain the document, it is necessary to schedule an appointment with the Brazilian Federal Police within the first 30 days after arrival in the country.
National and International Cooperation Office
The National and International Cooperation Office of IAG/USP is responsible for strengthening the institute's international and national relations with foreign and domestic educational institutions and reference centers, for strengthening the unit's position as a national and international reference center, and for stimulating international and