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What will really change for you with FGTS Digital?
This FGTS modality was launched on March 1, 2024.
It is a major change in the management of the Severance Pay Guarantee Fund.
The new rule will simplify and automate processes, cutting costs.
Employers and workers will experience different changes. It is important to understand these changes well.
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The implementation of FGTS Digital will be done in stages.
The first phase will be for testing. Then, the effective production for collecting FGTS amounts.
Full implementation is scheduled for March 1, 2024.
From then on, all monetary and termination debts generated from March/2024 must be made via FGTS Digital.
Key Considerations
- FGTS Digital was officially launched on March 1, 2024.
- Replaces MTE Ordinance No. 3,211/2023.
- Implementation will be done in stages, starting with a limited testing phase.
- All monthly and termination debts generated from March/2024 must be declared and collected via FGTS Digital.
- The use of Pix to pay FGTS with QR Code will be a new option offered.
What is FGTS Digital?
FGTS Digital is a platform created by the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE) and the Labor Inspection Secretariat (SIT).
It combines and simplifies the collection of the Severance Pay Guarantee Fund (FGTS).
Now, the worker's CPF is used for identification, without the need for a PIS key.
This system brings more transparency and integrity to the collection of FGTS.
With FGTS Digital, the deadline for paying FGTS has changed.
Now, payment must be made by the 20th of the following month. If the 20th is not a business day, payment must be made on the business day before.
A big change is the creation of the FGTS Digital Guides (GFD).
They have QR Codes for payments via Pix. Business owners can generate quick or personalized guides, which increases flexibility.
The system also offers support via WhatsApp at (61) 3535-6828.
This ensures quick support for sending guides and other needs.
This service is free for everyone.
To use FGTS Digital, the employer must have a “silver” or “gold” account on the gov.br portal.
The complete migration of the system began in March 2024. Before that, there were tests and preparations to integrate with eSocial.
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Main changes for workers
Changes to the FGTS bring benefits to workers.
FGTS Digital makes work easier and reduces costs. This includes fees paid to the collection network.
A major step forward is the issuance of payment guides in FGTS Digital and eSocial.
This makes it easier to comply with labor obligations.
PIX has also improved transactions, allowing payments at any time.
Another important point is the individualization of FGTS amounts by CPF. This simplifies information management.
Digitization and integration with eSocial automate data updating.
FGTS Digital also allows you to block amounts and request refunds.
This ensures control and assistance in the Labor Tax Audit.
The platform will be available from March 2024.
The reform was made by Law 13,932 of 2019.
It requires a digital payroll and confirmation of the debt confession.
Furthermore, Law 14,438/2022 changed the FGTS collection deadline to the twentieth day of each month.
| Before | After |
|---|---|
| Use of SEFIP and GRRF for payment guides | Replacement by FGTS Digital |
| Preparation and declaration of manual payroll | Preparation in digital system according to Law 13.932 |
| Payment of termination amounts with an uncertain term | Payment within 10 days as per Art. 477 CLT |
With these changes, operating costs should decrease significantly.
Efficiency in fulfilling legal obligations must also increase.
Adapt to the new system and take advantage of the facilities of FGTS Digital.
Main changes for workers
With FGTS Digital, starting March 1, 2024, workers will earn a lot.
Digitalization brings more transparency and practicality. It greatly simplifies what was previously complicated.
One big change is the ease of viewing payment statements.
Now you can track each transaction in detail. Viewing debits and credits becomes easier and faster.
Another benefit is the elimination of paper payment slips.
This saves time and money. Payment is now made only via Pix, which speeds up settlement.
Furthermore, identification in FGTS Digital is now done only by CPF.
This makes access simpler and more efficient.
See the main ones FGTS workers changes :
| Change | Description |
|---|---|
| Due Date | The new due date for the monthly FGTS collection will be changed to the 20th of the month following the collection. |
| Payment via Pix | The exclusive payment method will be Pix, ensuring fast and secure transactions. |
| Statement Consultation | It will be possible to consult statements quickly and in a personalized way, facilitating the selection of debits and credits. |
| Identification by CPF | Employee identification in FGTS Digital will be done only by CPF, simplifying processes. |
| Online Access | Workers will have 24/7 access to all FGTS Digital services. |
To the changes in FGTS workers will make a lot of difference.
They streamline processes and make information management more efficient.
Workers can access their FGTS accounts from anywhere and at any time.
Integration with eSocial
The integration of FGTS Digital with the eSocial It's great news.
It automatically calculates the amounts due.
This makes coating faster and more accurate.
Since March 2024, this integration has greatly improved for workers.
The link and payment information of the eSocial update the FGTS Digital automatically.
This helps businesses better manage payments, making everything easier and more efficient.
Sending information is now automatic, avoiding errors.
With the FGTS Digital , it is possible to create payment guides and use PIX to recover amounts.
This was done by the Central Bank of Brazil.
THE SISPRO helps more than 2,000 companies in Brazil to integrate with FGTS Digital and eSocial .
They were able to test and adapt before full integration, which took place on September 23, 2023.
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FGTS Digital Guide
THE Practical guide to Digital FGTS helps workers use the new system with ease.
The Labor Inspection Secretariat (SIT) of the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE) takes care of this.
The system makes managing the Guarantee Fund easier and more modern.
FGTS must be paid by the 20th of the following month. If the 20th is not a bank day, pay it before.
THE FGTS Digital It is for all companies with workers who are entitled to FGTS.
To use the system, the employer creates an account on the gov.br portal.
The FGTS Digital Guides have a QR Code to pay via Pix. This makes the process easier and faster.
THE Practical guide to Digital FGTS It also improved the reading of statements and the verification of subsidies.
The service is free for citizens. This facilitates access to the system's tools.
The FGTS Digital Call Center helps immediately.
It has three channels: online form, WhatsApp and web service.
For questions about FGTS withdrawals and transfers, call 0800 726 0207.
Services follow the laws of civility, respect and accessibility.
Law No. 13,460/17 and Law No. 10,048 of 2000 guarantee special care to certain people.
In short, the Practical guide to Digital FGTS facilitates adaptation to the new system.
It helps you understand new features in a clear and practical way.
Advantages and benefits of the new system
THE FGTS Digital Benefits brings great changes for workers and workers.
One of the main benefits is the reduction of bureaucracy. This allows companies to save around 36 hours per month.
The FGTS collection data was changed to the 20th.
This aligns with tax payments, making tax obligations easier.
The possibility of consolidating values into a single guide also improved administrative efficiency.
A major innovation is the use of PIX for payment.
This system is faster and safer, avoiding problems with guides.
The individualization of subsidies by the worker's CPF also improved management.
Digitizing the system makes it easier to access important information.
Employers and workers have real-time access.
Microentrepreneurs and large companies also benefit, with greater results and efficiency.
Studies show an increase in financial productivity.
This should be automated and synchronized with data.
With more than 37 million workers, FGTS Digital makes management simpler and more transparent.
By 2025, more improvements will be available.
This promises to reduce operating costs and bring more benefits.
You Benefits of Digital FGTS will become even more essential for everyone.
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Conclusion
The implementation of FGTS Digital is a major step forward for social security in Brazil.
Starting in March 2024, FGTS will be paid on the 20th business day of the month. This brings more flexibility to workers.
PIX will be used for payments, or to save bank fees.
This makes the process more efficient.
Integration with eSocial will ensure that information is transmitted quickly.
This makes it much easier for administrators to manage the FGTS.
Workers will feel the change in the agility of processes.
They also have more accurate records. Adapting to this new digital reality is crucial.
The government provides a guidance manual to help.
They also have email, chatbot and WhatsApp support.
In 2024, all employees will need to use a new platform to collect FGTS.
In short, FGTS Digital will greatly improve social security in Brazil.
It makes operations easier and improves everyone's experience.
