The Severance Pay Guarantee Fund (FGTS) is a right of Brazilian workers that aims to provide financial security at specific times, such as when an employment contract is terminated, when they retire, or even when they are buying their own home. With technology advancing rapidly, it has become possible to check your FGTS balance in a practical and secure way directly from your cell phone, using official apps provided by Caixa Econômica Federal. Here is a simple guide on how you can check your FGTS balance from anywhere in the world.
FGTS Application
The FGTS app, developed by Caixa Econômica Federal, is the official and most direct tool for checking your FGTS balance on your cell phone. Available free of charge for Android and iOS systems, the app offers several features in addition to checking your balance, such as information on anniversary withdrawals, withdrawals due to dismissal, and much more.
How to use:
- Application Download: First, download the FGTS app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
- Register: After installing the app, open it and register. You will need to enter your NIS (PIS/PASEP) and follow the instructions to create a password. If you are already registered on the Caixa website, you can use the same login and password.
- Balance Inquiry: Once you have registered, you will have access to the application's control panel. To check your balance, simply access the “Balance” option and select which FGTS account you wish to check. The balance and statement of transactions will be displayed on the screen.
Worker Cashier
Another app that allows you to check your FGTS balance is Caixa Trabalhador. In addition to information about the FGTS, this app also offers data about PIS and unemployment insurance, making it a complete tool for workers.
How to use:
- Download: Download the Caixa Trabalhador app from your smartphone's app store.
- Access: Open the application and use your Caixa access credentials (if you already have them) or register again, following the instructions.
- FGTS Balance Inquiry: In the application's main interface, select the FGTS option to access your account information, including the available balance.
Caixa Internet Banking
For those who already use Caixa's Internet Banking service, it is also possible to check the FGTS balance directly through the bank's app, without the need to download a specific app for this.
How to use:
- Download: If you don't already have one, download the Caixa Internet Banking app on your smartphone.
- Login: Log in using your agency, account and electronic password.
- FGTS Balance Inquiry: Within the app, navigate to the services section and select “FGTS” to access your balance and other related information.
Conclusion
Checking your FGTS balance on your cell phone is a convenience that brings more autonomy and convenience to Brazilian workers. With just a few taps, you can access updated information about the deposits made by your employer into the FGTS, in addition to other features related to the fund. Whether through the FGTS app, Caixa Trabalhador or Caixa's Internet Banking, users have access to safe and practical tools, ensuring that they can manage their resources efficiently, anywhere in the world.
