Fines for eSocial and other labor infractions have new adjustments effective on February 1

The Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE) has issued Ordinance No. 66/2024, adjusting the fines for infractions pertaining to various labor law and eSocial violations, taking effect on February 1, 2024.

Depending on the severity and frequency of infractions, these fines can be substantial. Employers are advised to exercise vigilance and ensure strict compliance with the regulations. Check out the changes below:

Annual Social Information Report (RAIS)

eSocial

Employers who fail to supply information in compliance with the prescribed format and deadlines and those who provide inaccurate or incomplete data will be subject to a fine, whose minimum amount has been increased from BRL 431.69 to BRL 440.07.

The supplementary fees that companies must pay for each affected worker, in accordance with the violations outlined in Article 145 of MTP Ordinance No. 671/2021, have also been adjusted.

The maximum fine has also been raised from BRL 43,168.67 to BRL 44,007.30.

Unemployment Compensation and Notice of Dismissal

Employers who fail to provide a worker with a properly completed Unemployment Insurance form and Notice of Dismissal upon termination of the employment agreement will be subject to a fine ranging from 400 to 40,000 BTN (National Treasury Bonds). This penalty will be increased by BRL 440.07 per affected employee (previously, the additional fee amounted to BRL 431.69).

Administrative Fines

The regulation has also amended the annexes to MTP Ordinance No. 667/2021, with the updated wording set to take effect on February 1.

Labor compliance

With the assistance of DPC's labor and social security team, employers can rest assured that their operations will be in full compliance in this front. You can count on the expert guidance of our team to mitigate the risk of penalties: dpc@dpc.com.br.