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Vice President of the Federative Republic of Brazil
Flag of the Vice President of Brazil.svg
Vice presidential standard
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Incumbent
Geraldo Alckmin

since January 1, 2023
Federal government of Brazil
Style Mr. Vice President
(informal)
The Most Excellent and His Excellency
(formal)
Member of Cabinet
National Defense Council
Residence Palácio do Jaburu
Seat Brasília
Appointer Direct popular vote (two rounds if necessary)
Term length Four years, renewable once consecutively
Constituting instrument Constitution of Brazil
Inaugural holder Floriano Peixoto
Formation February 26, 1891
(134 years ago)
 (1891-02-26)
Succession First
Salary R$ 39,293.32 per month
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The Vice President of Brazil is a very important government official. They are the second-highest leader in Brazil's executive branch, right after the President. Their main job is to step in if the President cannot do their job. This could happen if the President resigns, passes away, or is removed from office. The Vice President also takes over if the President is traveling or temporarily unable to work.

This position has been around since Brazil became a republic in 1889. It was officially created by the 1891 Constitution. The office has existed throughout most of Brazil's republican history. However, it was stopped for about 15 years during the Vargas Era.

Becoming Vice President

To become the Vice President of Brazil, a person needs to meet the same rules as the President.

What are the Requirements?

First, a candidate must be a natural-born citizen of Brazil. This means they were born in Brazil. Sometimes, children born to Brazilian parents living abroad can also be considered natural-born citizens. Second, they must be at least 35 years old. These rules are part of Brazil's Constitution.

How the Vice President is Chosen

The Vice President is chosen along with the President. They run together as a team, called a "ticket."

Elections and Term Length

The President and Vice President are elected for a four-year term. They start their term on January 1st of the year after the election. Both can be re-elected for one more term right after their first one.

Serving as Acting President

If a Vice President takes over for a President who leaves office early, they can still run for one more full term. However, if the Vice President acts as President for a short time, for example, when the President is traveling, this time counts as part of a term. This means they might not be able to run for a second full term later.

Where the Vice President Works and Lives

The Vice President has special places to work and live in Brazil's capital city, Brasília.

Workplace and Home

The Vice President works in a building next to the Palácio do Planalto. This is where the President's office is located. The official home of the Vice President is called the Palácio do Jaburu. This palace was opened in 1977.

Vice Presidents Who Became President

Since Brazil became a republic in 1889, several Vice Presidents have become President. This happens when the President can no longer serve.

Notable Successions

Eight Vice Presidents have taken over the presidency.

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