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If you have a court order or judgment issued abroad—such as a divorce decree, child custody order, or property settlement—and you need it to be valid and enforceable in Brazil, you must go through a legal procedure known as homologação de sentença estrangeira (recognition of foreign judgment).
This process is handled exclusively by Brazil’s Superior Tribunal de Justiça (STJ) and requires strict compliance with local legal standards. As an experienced Brazilian family lawyer fluent in English, I help foreign clients successfully navigate the homologação process with speed, accuracy, and clarity.
Homologação is the legal mechanism by which Brazil’s STJ officially recognizes a foreign court decision, giving it the same legal force as a Brazilian judgment. Without homologação, foreign rulings cannot be enforced in Brazil.
Homologação is required to enforce most foreign judgments in Brazil, including:
To be recognized in Brazil, a foreign judgment must:
Many foreign clients mistakenly believe that:
In reality:
Don’t risk losing the right to enforce your judgment in Brazil. The process must be done right the first time.
As a Brazilian family and international law specialist, I offer:
Whether it’s a family law order or a civil judgment, I handle your case efficiently and securely—so you can move forward with confidence.
No. Brazilian courts will not recognize or enforce any foreign divorce judgment without homologação by the STJ.
Timelines vary depending on the complexity and the court’s schedule. With experienced legal support, the process is generally faster and more predictable.
You will need:
A certified translation into Portuguese by a sworn translator
No. We handle the entire process remotely—you do not need to appear in court or travel to Brazil.
Yes, but only after homologação. Once recognized, Brazilian courts can enforce the order as if it were issued locally.
Getting your foreign judgment recognized in Brazil is too important to leave to chance. Let us ensure that your rights are protected and your judgment is fully enforceable under Brazilian law.
Schedule your free initial consultation today!