Withdraw FGTS 2022 up to R$1,000: see payment schedule (FGTS)

It was announced this Thursday (17th) by the Federal Government, the release of withdrawals of up to R$1 thousand per worker from the 2022 Severance Indemnity Fund accounts (FGTS 2022), active or inactive.

The amount will be credited through a digital social savings account, Caixa Tem, as of April 20. Withdrawals will be allowed until December 15th. You will find the Caixa Tem application available for free download on Android and iOS systems.

You can transfer the amount of the emergency withdrawal, initially, digitally using the Caixa Tem application, at no cost.

Check withdrawal dates FGTS 2022 follow:

What is the new FGTS 2022 Emergency Withdrawal?

The new emergency withdrawal from the FGTS 2022 is a federal government measure to encourage the circulation of money in Brazil. It is created with the expectation of the thirteenth retiree and creates microcredit for microenterprises and informal workers.

According to the Minister of Economy, Paulo Guedes, the new set of withdrawals will be available from April 20. It is estimated that the issuance of the coins will inject 30 billion reais into the Brazilian economy, thus making the money spin.

The Emergency Funds of the FGTS 2022 will be withdrawn first from dormant accounts with smaller balances. If they do not exist, the resources will come from other accounts linked to the employee, prioritizing those with the lowest balance.

Who is entitled to withdraw money?

Anyone with an active (current job) or inactive (previous job) account can request a withdrawal of R$ 1,000.00 from FGTS 2022.

What is the maximum FGTS 2022 emergency withdrawal amount?

Each worker can claim a maximum withdrawal of 1,000 reais. This limit is per person, not per account. Anyone with an amount less than this amount can exchange the existing amount.

How to check the balance available in FGTS 2022? 

The balance of FGTS 2022 can be consulted by your mobile device. You must download the FGTS application (available on the App Store or Google Play) and log in with your CPF and password. The value of each fund account will be displayed on the main screen.

There are other ways to find your FGTS balance, such as accessing the Caixa website, registering an SMS and calling 0800 726 01 01. However, the easiest option is always to consult through the app.

Does everyone have to withdraw?

The extraordinary withdrawals of FGTS 2022 are optional for the employee, i.e. it is not necessary to use existing funds. If there is no withdrawal interest, the funds are automatically returned to the fund account, with the necessary corrections.

Employees can announce that they are not interested in withdrawing money through the Caixa Tem application. The cancellation request will be received until November 10th. And if the cancellation request is not met within the deadline, the money will be deposited in the account of the FGTS 2022 at the end of the period (December 15).

How to withdraw money?

It is not necessary to register, as the resources of the FGTS 2022 will be automatically transferred to a digital social savings account, accessible through the Caixa Tem app (available for Android and iOS). Employees can transfer money to any checking or savings account without fees. Alternatively, through the Caixa application itself, you can use your virtual debit card or pay your bills and checks.

What is the FGTS 2022 Emergency Release Date?

The amount will be released for digital withdrawal as scheduled in the official calendar, starting April 20. Workers will have until December 15, 2022 to redeem their silver.

Download the Caixa Tem App

The Caixa Tem App was originally launched in 2020 with the proposal to make the amount of emergency aid available to people covered by benefits granted by the government after the Covid19 pandemic.

With the temporary closure of some shops and businesses, countless workers lost their main source of income, especially those who depend on informal businesses, such as street vendors and street vendors to feed their families.

After the benefit period, the Cash Stamps are not forgotten. It became a free digital account where users can receive and send money, save money, pay bills, receive payments and transfer via Pix, in addition to paying at the machine.

In addition, with a virtual debit card you can make purchases in delivery or video/music applications and also make purchases over the Internet.

This application will now also be used to query emergency FGTS withdrawals. That is, in addition to using a digital account, you can also follow the progress of the service.

Caixa Tem is available on your mobile app store (Google and Apple Store). On the application page you will find the main information on the subject and also access the Caixa portal on the Internet and contact the call center to answer questions or requests.