Guides & comparisons for verifying Brazilian credentials

How Brazilian education verification actually works — e-MEC, digital diplomas, Gov.br — and how VerifyBR compares to the providers you already know.

Guide

The LGPD, explained: a practical guide for companies and website owners

Brazil's data-protection law in plain English — who it reaches, real ANPD penalties, what your website must actually do about consent and cookies, and a one-minute exposure check.

Published July 14, 2026
Guia · PT-BR

LGPD na prática: o que todo site precisa saber

Sem juridiquês: o que a lei exige do seu site, multas da ANPD, banner de cookies, encarregado — e uma análise gratuita de exposição em um minuto.

Publicado em 14 de julho de 2026
FAQ

Brazilian credential verification, answered

18 straight answers on degrees, e-MEC, digital diplomas, Gov.br, CTPS, LGPD consent, costs, and timelines — including the limitations no one advertises.

Updated July 11, 2026
Guide

How to Verify Brazilian Education Credentials: A Complete Guide for US Employers

Everything US employers need: checking accreditation against e-MEC, understanding digital diplomas, Gov.br identity verification, and when you need registrar confirmation.

Updated March 28, 2026
Deep dive

Why Background Checks Fail in Brazil (And What to Do Instead)

Your provider returned "Unable to Verify" for a Brazilian candidate. Here's why international background checks break in Brazil — and the Brazil-specific way around it.

Updated March 28, 2026
Comparison

VerifyBR vs Checkr: Brazilian Credential Verification Compared

Real pricing and turnaround times side by side. Why Checkr's à la carte international checks reach $127–307+ for Brazil while VerifyBR is $49 flat.

Updated March 28, 2026
Comparison

VerifyBR vs Sterling: International Background Checks for Brazil

How Sterling's generic international verification compares to Brazil-specific verification built on e-MEC, digital diplomas, and Gov.br.

Updated March 28, 2026
Comparison

VerifyBR vs WES: Do You Need a Credential Evaluation or Verification?

WES evaluates degrees for immigration; VerifyBR verifies credentials for hiring. Which one you actually need, and when.

Updated March 28, 2026