The PIS/PASEP withdrawal may be available to you now.
Did you know that you might have forgotten money in your... PIS/PASEP And didn't even realize it? Thousands of Brazilians still have funds available for withdrawal, whether related to old installments or the salary bonus, and many fail to withdraw them simply due to lack of information. The government has been emphasizing that there are still... Millions sitting idle in escrow accounts., waiting for workers to check their balance and withdraw the funds.
Even with recent changes to social programs, the right remains valid. And the best part: you can check and request the amount. without needing to leave home, With just your CPF (Brazilian tax identification number) and a few clicks, you can register.
Why might PIS/PASEP be available?
THE PIS (Social Integration Program) and the PASEP (Public Servant's Asset Formation Program) They were created in the 1970s to ensure that workers, both in the private and public sectors, received a share of the profits from the companies and organizations in which they worked.
For many years, companies made annual deposits into individual employee accounts. However, many people never even withdrew these funds. Over time, the government unified the two programs and incorporated the resources into... FGTS, but The old quotas still exist., and can be withdrawn by the holders or their heirs.
There is also annual salary bonus, paid to workers who meet the established criteria (such as length of service and monthly income). In other words, there is two different situations which may generate amounts to be received: old quotas and salary bonus.
What are the possible available values?
Prices vary considerably. In the case of old PIS/PASEP quotas, The amount depends on the length of service and the total deposits made at the time. There are cases where the balance exceeds... R$ 5,000, especially among workers with long contribution periods.
Already salary bonus, paid annually, has a maximum value of the current minimum wage, which means R$ 1.412 in 2025. However, the value is proportional to the number of months worked in the base year. For example: someone who worked the entire year receives the full amount; someone who worked six months receives half.
Payments are made by Caixa Econômica Federal (for private sector workers) and by Bank of Brazil (for public employees). Withdrawals can be made in person at ATMs, lottery outlets, or digitally through the corresponding institution's app.
It is important to emphasize that the balance of Old quotas do not expire., In other words, the value is not lost. However, salary bonus It must be withdrawn within the timeframe defined in the official government calendar, which is published every year.
Could I lose my right to withdraw funds?
It depends. In the case of salary bonus, Yes, there is a deadline for withdrawing the funds. If the worker does not withdraw the amount within the specified period, the money returns to the government fund and can only be released again according to a new schedule. Therefore, it is essential to pay attention to the dates.
But when we talk about old PIS/PASEP quotas, The scenario is different. These values belong to the worker or their heirs, There is no deadline to request a withdrawal. However, in cases where the account holder dies, the process can become more bureaucratic, requiring the presentation of documents proving kinship.
Another important point is that many people believe they have already withdrawn the benefit and end up not checking again. But with the integration of the data into the system... FGTS Digital, There are new opportunities for regularization and release of forgotten funds.
What you need to know
- There is no charge to consult or withdraw funds. Any website or person charging for this is running a scam.
- Withdrawals can be made directly through the app. From Caixa or Banco do Brasil, depending on the type of benefit.
- If there are funds available, the withdrawal is immediate. No appointment is necessary.
The PIS/PASEP program was created to ensure that workers have access to a portion of the resources they helped generate. If you worked with a formal employment contract, whether in the public or private sector, It's worth checking out today.. In many cases, this money arrives at a good time and makes all the difference to the budget.
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Published on November 5, 2025
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