CPF on the invoice: program returns up to R$$300 per month in some states

You're throwing money away and you might not even know it.

Many people still turn up their noses when the cashier asks, "Does your CPF number appear on the receipt?" But what seemed like a mere bureaucratic gesture has become a genuine incentive program in several Brazilian states. In some regions, those who provide their CPF number when making purchases can receive from R$5 to R$300 per month in cash directly into your account, in addition to participating in monthly draws and deducting taxes.

If you want to know how it works, which states participate, and what to do to start earning, this content gets straight to the point.

What is the CPF na nota program?

CPF on the invoice is a state initiative aimed at combating tax evasion. By entering your CPF when making purchases at participating establishments, the system records the invoice under your name and refunds part of the tax paid in the form of a credits or cash prizes.

In some states, the program also allows you to use these credits to reduce IPVA and IPTU taxes and even transfer them directly to your bank account.

Which states return up to R$300?

The value of up to R$300 per month varies by state, the number of purchases made with the CPF on the receipt, and the luck in official drawings. The states that offer largest returns or prizes currently are:

• São Paulo – São Paulo Tax Invoice
• Rio Grande do Sul – Gaucho Tax Note
• Bahia – Bahia Award-Winning Note
• Alagoas – Citizen Tax Receipt
• Amazonas – Amazonian Invoice
• Paraná – Paraná Note
• Federal District – Legal Note

In São Paulo, for example, those who collect tax receipts with their CPF can receive monthly deposits that, combined with prizes, can reach R$1,400,000. In Bahia, monthly drawings award prizes of up to R$1,00,000, and even those who aren't drawn still receive a prize for participating.

How do values calculate?

The system calculates the refund based on two main factors:

• Total value of purchases made with the CPF provided
• ICMS rate applied to each invoice issued

The more you spend at participating establishments, the more likely you are to receive a higher amount the following month. And, in some states, Those who accumulate a lot of credits can still compete for cash prize draws, with prizes of up to R$1,400,000 on special dates.

The amounts can be redeemed via bank transfer, or used as a discount on IPVA or IPTU, depending on local policy.

How to register for the program?

The registration process is simple and free on each program's official website. Simply:

1. Access the program website in your state
2. Fill in your personal details: full name, CPF, date of birth, email and telephone number
3. Create an access password
4. Confirm registration by email or SMS

After that, just start inform your CPF whenever you make a purchase. The notes are automatically recorded in your statement within the portal.

How do I check available credits?

Each state has a portal or application where consumers can:

• Track registered invoices
• View accumulated credits
• Check available balance
• Request transfer to bank account
• Follow sweepstakes

For example, in the case of São Paulo, simply access www.nfp.fazenda.sp.gov.br with your login and password to see how much you are owed. In Paraná, the address is www.notaparana.pr.gov.br.

These platforms are simple to use and usually inform you of the date when the amount will be available for withdrawal.

What types of purchases are valid?

Not every purchase earns points or returns credit. To qualify, the receipt must:

• Be issued by a regularized establishment
• Have a value greater than R$1
• Be in the name of the person who is registered
• Being products or services subject to ICMS

Purchases at supermarkets, pharmacies, clothing, electronics, restaurants, and even pet stores are generally eligible. However, fuel, medical services, and health insurance plans, in many states, do not generate credit.

What about the sweepstakes? How do I participate?

In addition to direct returns, many programs offer monthly and special draws based on the registered grades. With each registered grade, you receive electronic tickets that automatically enter the drawings—no action required.

Prize amounts vary, but there are monthly drawings for R$1,000, R$10,000, and even R$100,000. Prize amounts tend to increase on special occasions, such as Christmas or Mother's Day.

These drawings are audited, have a set date, and results are published on the official websites. The winner receives the amount in their account or can withdraw it through an authorized bank.

Why does the government return money?

The CPF number on the invoice is a strategy to combat tax evasion. When consumers demand a receipt with their CPF number, the merchant is required to record the sale. This prevents fraud and increases legal revenue.

As an incentive, the government returns a portion of this tax to the consumer. This means everyone wins—the government collects correctly, and citizens receive a portion of their tax refund.

Is it really worth it?

Yes. The return may not seem like much in the first few weeks, but over time, the credits add up. Those who make a habit of always providing their CPF when making purchases can make good money over time—and even have a chance to win in sweepstakes.

In states like São Paulo, Paraná and Bahia, thousands of consumers have already withdrawn amounts that have helped pay bills, alleviate debts and even supplement their monthly income.

If you're not already participating, now is the time to start. You could be missing out on hundreds of dollars a year simply because you don't have the habit.

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May 21, 2025