Great news arrived for millions of Brazilians in 2025: New batches of PIS/PASEP payments have been released. And many people still don't know they have forgotten money to withdraw. In the midst of a tight financial situation, discovering a forgotten amount can make all the difference. And the best part? It's possible to check in just a few minutes, using only your CPF (Brazilian tax identification number).

If you have ever worked with a formal employment contract, in a private company or in the public sector, you may have available funds.

What is PIS/PASEP?

PIS (Social Integration Program) is aimed at private sector workers. PASEP (Public Servant's Asset Formation Program) is intended for public servants. Both function as... contribution funds which were created with the objective of To guarantee benefits for the worker, such as salary bonuses and accumulated earnings.

For many years, companies and public bodies contributed to these funds on behalf of employees. In some cases, the funds were not withdrawn, mainly by people who did not know they were entitled to them—or who had left the workforce a long time ago.

That's why, The government has now authorized the consultation and withdrawal of balances that have been inactive, even from old accounts.

Who is entitled to withdraw PIS/PASEP funds in 2025?

You may be entitled to receive payments if:

  • Worked with a formal employment contract between 1971 and 1988 (or their heirs)
  • Received a salary of up to 2 minimum wages on average in the years prior to the current batch
  • Your data is up to date. National Social Information Registry (CNIS)
  • He was a civil servant and contributed to PASEP during that period.
  • Did not withdraw the amount in previous programs.

⚠️ Warning: Even those who have already retired or changed fields may have available funds. And in the event of the account holder's death, the heirs are entitled to withdraw the funds upon presentation of supporting documentation.

How much can I receive?

The amount varies depending on the type of benefit:

  • Salary Bonus (current PIS/PASEP)It can reach R$1.412,00 (value proportional to the time worked in the base year)
  • Old quotas (1971 to 1988): accumulated values + interest, which may exceed R$3,000.00 in some cases
  • IncomeProfit generated by the fund that has not yet been withdrawn.

It is common for workers who have never withdrawn from the fund to have total values exceeding R$5,000.00, especially if they have worked for many years in the public sector or large companies.

How can I check if I have a balance to receive?

The consultation can be done online, without leaving home. See the safest ways to check:

1# Through the FGTS website or app (Caixa)

  • Download the app FGTS in your phone's app store
  • Log in with your CPF (Brazilian tax identification number) and password.
  • Go to the option “"PIS/PASEP Balance"”
  • If there are funds available, the app shows how much is available and how to withdraw them.

👉 Website: fgts.caixa.gov.br

2# Via the app Digital Work Card

  • Log in using your CPF (Brazilian individual taxpayer registration number) and gov.br password.
  • Go to “"Benefits" → "Salary Bonus"”
  • Check if there are any scheduled withdrawal amounts.

👉 App available for Android and iOS

3# On the website of Bank of Brazil (if you have PASEP)

  • Access www.bb.com.br/pasep
  • Please provide your PASEP number or CPF number.
  • If funds are available, the system indicates that a withdrawal is possible.

If you are an heir of someone who worked during that period, you can search using the deceased's information plus family relationship documents.

How do I withdraw the released PIS/PASEP funds?

There are three simple ways to withdraw:

1# Via automatic credit to your Caixa or Banco do Brasil account. (for those with an active account)
2# Through the FGTS app, you can transfer funds to any bank account via Pix.
3# In person, at Caixa or Banco do Brasil branches, with your identity document and CPF (Brazilian taxpayer ID).

💡 Tip: If the amount is up to R$3.000, it is possible to withdraw directly from Caixa ATMs using your citizen card and password.

Required documents

For the beneficiary:

  • Photo ID
  • CPF
  • Citizen card (if withdrawing money at an ATM)
  • PIS/PASEP number (optional, facilitates service)

For heirs:

  • RG and CPF of the heir
  • Death certificate of the account holder
  • Document proving the relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, inventory, etc.)

What if I don't withdraw it now?

These offers are available for a limited time. The deadline for withdrawing the salary bonus is usually December 28th of each year.. As for old fund quotas (1971–1988) are being released permanently — and Those who fail to withdraw the funds may have to resort to legal action in the future to recover them.

I.e: Ideally, you should check and withdraw as soon as possible.

Why do so many people still not know they have this money?

Unfortunately, millions of Brazilians They have no idea that they have a right., This is due to a lack of information, because they moved to a different city, or because they believe the benefit is only for those who are still working. Others don't even know what PIS/PASEP is or confuse it with other benefits.

Therefore, the government and the banks involved are reinforcing awareness campaigns. But The best course of action is to check the balance yourself and, if you find a balance, notify your family, colleagues, or neighbors.

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April 24, 2025