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The PIS/PASEP salary bonus is a benefit guaranteed by law to Brazilian workers who meet certain criteria.
In this article, we will cover the details about the salary bonus and the payment dates released in April.
What is the PIS/PASEP salary bonus
The PIS/PASEP salary bonus is a benefit intended for private-sector employees and public servants. It is paid every year and aims to supplement the income of low-income workers.
Who is entitled to the salary bonus
To be entitled to the PIS/PASEP salary bonus, it is necessary to meet some requirements.
In the case of PIS:
- The worker must have been enrolled in the program for at least five years;
- Having worked under a formal employment contract for at least 30 days in the base year;
- And must have received up to two minimum monthly wages during the period.
In the case of PASEP:
- It is necessary to be a public servant and have contributed to the program;
- In addition, it is necessary to have been registered for at least five years;
- And to have received a monthly remuneration of up to two minimum wages in the base year.
What are the payment dates released in April?
For the salary bonus calendar referring to the base year 2022, the payment dates released in April are as follows:
| Birth month | Payment date |
|---|---|
| January | starting from 15/02/2024 |
| February | starting from 15/03/2024 |
| March or April | starting from 15/04/2024 |
| May or June | starting from 15/05/2024 |
| July and August | starting from 17/06/2024 |
| September and October | starting from 15/07/2024 |
| November and December | starting from 15/08/2024 |
It is important to note that the salary bonus has a deadline for withdrawal, which may vary according to the schedule established by the government. If the worker does not withdraw the amount within the specified period, it will be returned to the Worker Support Fund (FAT).
PIS/PASEP Amount
The PIS 2024 amount is determined based on the number of months worked during 2022. To calculate it, it is simple: just divide the current minimum wage of R$ 1.412 by 12 months, which results in R$ 117,67.
Therefore, for each month worked in 2022, the worker is entitled to receive R$ 117,67. The table below illustrates the final calculation:
| Months worked in 2022 | Amount to receive |
|---|---|
| 1 month | R$117,67 |
| 2 months | R$235,33 |
| 3 months | R$353,00 |
| 4 months | R$470,65 |
| 5 months | R$588,32 |
| 6 months | R$706,00 |
| 7 months | R$823,66 |
| 8 months | R$941,33 |
| 9 months | R$1.059,00 |
| 10 months | R$1.176,68 |
| 11 months | R$1.294,34 |
| 12 months | R$1.412,00 |
The PIS/PASEP salary bonus is an important benefit for low-income workers. Therefore, it is essential to pay attention to the payment dates released in April and withdraw it within the stipulated deadline.
For more information about the salary bonus, access the official website of Caixa Econômica Federal or the portal of Banco do Brasil, depending on your employment relationship. Be sure to take advantage of this benefit guaranteed by law.
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