Workers with formal employment contracts born in March and April will be able to withdraw the salary bonus from the Social Integration Program (PIS) and the Public Servant Asset Formation Program (Pasep) starting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. This payment marks the third batch of the 2025 salary bonus, with the government set to disburse R$ 5.1 billion to approximately 4.3 million eligible workers. The benefit will remain available until December 29, 2025.
According to the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE), this month, around 4,380,715 contributors will receive the bonus, which consists of 3.8 million private sector workers and 499 thousand public servants. The amounts distributed will vary based on the number of months worked during the base year of 2023. Specifically, the salary bonus will range from R$ 127 to a maximum of R$ 1,518.
For those looking to check their eligibility for the PIS/Pasep, the process is straightforward. Workers can verify their status and the amount they are entitled to by following these steps: ensure that the Digital Work Card application is updated, log in using their CPF number and the same password used for Gov.br, and navigate to the "Benefits" section, then to "Salary Bonus." This section will provide all necessary information for the withdrawal.
Eligibility for the salary bonus is based on several criteria. Workers must have been registered in the PIS/Pasep program or in the National Social Information System (CNIS) for at least five years, earned up to two minimum wages during the reference year, and have worked a minimum of 30 days in a remunerated capacity. However, certain groups are excluded from receiving the benefit, including domestic workers, rural workers employed by individuals, and urban workers employed by individuals.
The calculation of the PIS/Pasep bonus is proportional to the worker's time of contribution during the reference year. Notably, in 2025, the eligibility criteria have changed, allowing those earning up to R$ 2,640 per month to qualify for the bonus, compared to the previous limit of two minimum wages, which was R$ 1,518. This adjustment reflects a broader effort to make the program more inclusive.
The payment schedule for the PIS/Pasep salary bonus for 2025 is structured as follows: workers born in January received their payments on February 17; those born in February received theirs on March 17; and now, those born in March and April will receive theirs on April 15. The schedule continues with payments for those born in May and June on May 15, July and August on June 16, September and October on July 15, and finally, those born in November and December on August 15.
In 2025, the MTE estimates that R$ 30.7 billion will be distributed to approximately 25.8 million beneficiaries who earned up to two minimum wages in 2023. Last year, under the old rules, the bonus was paid to 25.6 million workers, but this number is projected to decrease in subsequent years due to the updated eligibility criteria.
For those who wish to withdraw their benefits, the process is also quite accessible. Payments for the PIS are primarily conducted through Caixa Econômica Federal, where funds can be accessed via bank accounts, including accounts opened through the Caixa Tem app for those who do not have a traditional bank account. Withdrawals can be made at Caixa branches, lottery outlets, and through self-service terminals.
Public servants entitled to the Pasep will receive their payments from Banco do Brasil, which will prioritize direct deposits into their bank accounts. For non-account holders, the payment can be facilitated through various means, including Pix transfers or in-person withdrawals at Banco do Brasil branches.
The implementation of these changes is part of a broader reform initiated in late 2024, aimed at adjusting the PIS and Pasep programs to better reflect current economic conditions and the needs of workers. As the government aims to ensure a fair distribution of resources, these adjustments are seen as a necessary step in maintaining the program’s relevance.
In summary, the upcoming payment of the PIS/Pasep salary bonus represents a significant financial boost for millions of workers who have met the eligibility criteria. With the process becoming increasingly streamlined and accessible, many are expected to benefit from this vital program, providing essential support as they navigate their economic challenges.
