Brazil - Apply for Reservist Card contribution Carteira de Reservista

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Reservist Card contribution Carteira de Reservista, the applicant has to approach the Cartório De Registro Civil link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
10. Some regions may require you to provide biometric data, such as fingerprints, during the application process for the Reservist Card.
11. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
12. After the application is processed and approved, the applicant will receive his/her Reservist Card, which certifies his/her status as a reservist.
13. This entire process can be completed within 2 – 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Original or certified copy of the applicant’s birth certificate.
• Proof of residence (a utility bill or any official document that shows the applicant’s address).
• A recent passport-sized photograph.
• Identification Document (RG - Registro Geral) or another official identification document.
• Certificate of Military Service or proof of completion of military service.
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Brazilian Army Commission (BAC)
Address: 4632 Wisconsin Ave NW - Washington DC 20016-4622 - USA
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (202) 244-5010
Contact link

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for a Reservist Card contribution (Carteira de Reservista) in Brazil, the applicant must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Brazilian citizen.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a CPF number (Cadastro de Pessoa Física). If the applicant does not have a CPF number, he/she can apply for one at the same time as him/her to apply for his/her Reservist Card.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 2 – 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Parents’ name
• Parents’ occupation
• ZIP code
• Contact number
• Email ID
• Other details

Need for the Document

• The Reservist Card, known as "Carteira de Reservista" in Brazil, is an official document issued to Brazilian citizens after they have completed their military service. It serves as proof that the individual has fulfilled their military obligations and is now considered a reservist. The Reservist Card is an essential identification document that is part of the military service process in Brazil.

Information which might help

Here are some of the benefits of having a Reservist Card:

• The applicant can be called up for military service in the event of a national emergency.
• The applicant can get discounts on some products and services.
• The applicant can register for some social programs.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• The Reservist Card contribution is a legal requirement for men who are eligible for a Reservist Card. If the applicant does not pay the fee,he/she may be subject to fines or other penalties.