The Fellowship Directory lists 35 Ophthalmology fellowships in Brazil at 11 institutions. The main training cities are Belo Horizonte, Curitiba and Goiânia. 49% say they accept international medical graduates and 0% describe a visa route. The most common length is 1 year. Every listing links to the programme's official page, where you should confirm dates and requirements.
Frequently asked questions
How many Ophthalmology fellowships are there in Brazil?
35 listings at 11 institutions are listed, each researched from official sources.
Can international medical graduates apply?
17 of the 35 programmes say they accept international applicants, and 0 describe a visa route such as J-1, H-1B or a work permit. Requirements differ by programme; eligibility and visa information do not guarantee acceptance or sponsorship.
When are the next application deadlines?
Programa de Residência Médica em Oftalmologia (HC-FMUSP) (Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo (FMUSP) – Hospital das Clínicas): 26 October 2026; Residência Médica – Transplante de Córnea (Oftalmologia), FMUSP (Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo (FMUSP) – Hospital das Clínicas): 26 October 2026; Programa de Residência Médica em Oftalmologia (Escola Paulista de Medicina) (Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP) – Escola Paulista de Medicina): 30 October 2026.