Salary Bonus: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn if you qualify for the Salary Bonus in Brazil and how to check your eligibility for this annual payment.
The Salary Bonus is a financial benefit provided to workers to support their income based on their employment history from the previous year.
Who it's for
To qualify, you must have earned up to a certain amount of minimum wages and worked for at least 30 days during the previous year.
What you get
You can receive a payment of up to one full minimum wage. The exact amount you receive depends on how many months you worked during the qualifying period.
What it costs you
There is no cost to apply for this benefit; it is free. You can check if you are eligible by using the Carteira de Trabalho Digital.
The catch to know
Even if you meet the income and work duration requirements, you must have been registered in the PIS/PASEP system for at least five years to receive the payment.
How to apply
- Access your digital labor booklet (Carteira de Trabalho Digital).
- Check your employment history and earnings for the previous year.
- Verify that you meet the registration duration requirements.
- Visit the official portal for more details on your specific status.