eSocial Doméstico: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how eSocial Doméstico helps domestic workers in Brazil secure formal contracts, social security coverage, and essential labor rights.
eSocial Doméstico is a digital system used to formalize the employment relationship between domestic workers and their employers. It ensures that your work is officially recognized by the government.
Who it's for
This scheme is for domestic workers who have formal employment contracts.
What you get
By being part of this system, your employment is formalized. This provides you with social security coverage and ensures you receive your legal labor rights.
What it costs you
There is no direct cost to you as a worker. Your employer is responsible for registering you in the system, and as a result, you will receive a digital work card to track your employment history.
The catch to know
It is important for you to monitor your digital records. You should regularly check your official app to ensure your employer is correctly paying the monthly DAE (Documento de Arrecadação), which is the document used for these payments.
How to apply
- Confirm that your employer has registered your employment in the system.
- Obtain your digital work card through the official channels.
- Monitor your contributions via the official app to ensure payments are up to date.
- Visit the official portal for more details: https://www.esocial.gov.br