Brazil - Apply for Contribution Time Certificate (CTC)

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Contribution Time Certificate (CTC), the applicant has to approach the Instituto Nacional do Seguro Social (INSS) link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
10. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
11. INSS often requires scheduling an appointment for certain services. they may need to visit the local office and schedule an appointment to request a Contribution Time Certificate (CTC).
12. Attend the scheduled appointment at the INSS office, provide the necessary documents, and follow the instructions to apply for a Contribution Time Certificate (CTC).
13. This entire process can be completed in several weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Identification documents (RG, CPF, etc.) of the deceased and dependents.
• Proof of Address
• Work History
• INSS Registration Details
• Other required documents

Office Locations & Contacts

Instituto Nacional do Seguro Social (INSS)
Esplanada dos Ministérios, Bloco F, 7º andar, Brasília - DF, 70045-900, Brasil
Contact- link

Eligibility

The following individuals are eligible to apply for a Contribution Time Certificate (CTC):
Workers who have contributed to the Social Security system: This includes both formal and informal workers, as well as self-employed individuals.
Dependents of workers: This includes spouses, children, and parents of workers who have contributed to the Social Security system.
Retirees and pensioners: This include individuals who are receiving a retirement pension or other Social Security benefit.
Survivors of workers: This includes spouses, children, and parents of workers who have died.

Fees

The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire registration process can be completed in several weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• ZIP code
• Gender
• Mobile number
• Fax
• Email
• Date
• Signature
• Other details

Need for the Document

• A Contribution Time Certificate (CTC), or Certificado de Tempo de Contribuição (CTC) in Portuguese, is a document issued by the Brazilian Social Security Institute (INSS) that shows how much time a worker has contributed to the social security system.
• This information is used to determine the worker's eligibility for retirement benefits and other social security programs.

Information which might help

There are several benefits to having a CTC in Brazil:

Retirement benefits: The CTC is used to calculate the amount of retirement benefits that an employee is entitled to receive.
Unemployment benefits: The CTC is also used to calculate the amount of unemployment benefits that an employee is entitled to receive.
Other social security benefits: The CTC may also be used to apply for other social security benefits, such as maternity benefits, paternity benefits, and disability benefits.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

In addition to these benefits, the CTC can also be used to:
Apply for a loan: Some banks and other financial institutions may require borrowers to have a CTC in order to qualify for a loan.
Apply for a visa: Some countries may require visa applicants to have a CTC in order to prove that they have a consistent income and are able to support themselves during their stay.
Apply for a government job: Some government jobs in Brazil may require applicants to have a CTC in order to be eligible.