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A Guide to Running Brazil Payroll
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Payroll in Brazil: Your Complete 2025 Guide
Brazil's intricate labor laws, dynamic tax and social security regulations, and the critical eSocial system create a uniquely demanding payroll environment.
Whether you're hiring your first employees in Brazil or managing a large global team, taking on Brazil's payroll is a significant undertaking.
At Deel, we're dedicated to streamlining payroll in Brazil. Our Brazil payroll engine provides a complete, self-sufficient solution for companies of all sizes that reduces costs and time spent on manual tasks, while providing local compliance expertise.
It also automates the transmission of data to the Brazilian government system eSocial, minimizing the risk of errors in filing employee taxes and social contributions (INSS, FGTS, etc.).
With our in-house expertise, Deel is uniquely positioned to guide employers through the process of setting up Brazil payroll.
This guide is the first step to understanding payroll across the country, so you can avoid costly mistakes and ensure payroll is always accurate and on time.
Ready to learn more? Download Deel's guide to payroll in Brazil today.
This guide covers:
- Essential legal entity registration requirements
- Brazilian employment contracts and labor laws
- Step-by-step instructions for processing payroll, from calculating gross wages to net pay
- Employee and employer tax obligations (INSS, IRRF, FGTS)
- Accident insurance and other mandatory benefits
- Managing payroll for expatriates and remote workers
- Regional variations in payroll regulations
- Compliant employee termination and offboarding
- Comparison of in-house vs. outsourced payroll solutions
- Tips for choosing the right payroll provider for your business
Who is this guide for?
This guide is designed for:
- HR professionals and payroll managers responsible for Brazilian payroll
- Business owners and entrepreneurs expanding into Brazil
- Global companies managing a remote workforce in Brazil
- Anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of Brazilian labor laws and tax regulations
Disclaimer: Payroll costs and rates included in this guide are accurate at the time of publishing (2025) but are subject to change. Always confirm the latest rates and requirements before running payroll.
FAQs
What is the payroll cycle in Brazil?
The payroll cycle in Brazil is typically monthly. Employers are required to process and pay salaries to employees on a monthly basis.
How is salary paid in Brazil?
Salaries in Brazil are typically paid via direct bank transfer to the employee's designated bank account. Employers must ensure they have the employee's correct bank account details.
What is payroll tax in Brazil?
Payroll tax in Brazil encompasses several mandatory contributions, including INSS (social security), IRRF (income tax), and FGTS (severance fund). These taxes are deducted from employee salaries and contributed by employers to various government agencies.
What day is salary paid in Brazil?
While there isn't a single mandated pay date, salaries are generally paid monthly. Employers must adhere to the deadlines for tax and social security contributions, which are typically the 20th of the following month.
Does Deel offer payroll services in Brazil?
Yes, Deel offers comprehensive global payroll services in Brazil. Deel's native payroll engine integrates directly with eSocial, automating wage and tax calculations, social security contributions, and other essential payroll tasks.
