Did you know that the state of São Paulo has Bolsa Trabalho? The benefit, available since 2021, is part of the Bolsa do Povo program and aims to temporarily help people who are unemployed until they can enter the job market again.
In addition to financial aid, the benefit also helps to train citizens. In this way, participants can also take advantage of free courses and consultancy with specialists, in order to develop their CVs and careers.
If you’re interested, check out more information on Bolsa Trabalho below, as well as the step-by-step instructions for applying!
Get to know Bolsa Trabalho
Bolsa Trabalho is part of Bolsa do Povo, a program to help people in situations of social vulnerability. Its aim is to support unemployed people, not only financially, but also by offering them tools to find a new job.
In 2024, the grant is R$540 per month, with a maximum duration of five months. Along with it, the beneficiary must carry out work activities in public bodies for 20 hours a week, where they can gain practical experience. They also have access to professional qualification courses and support from specialists at the Worker Service Centers (PATs).
How to apply?
Registration for the Bolsa Trabalho is free and online, via this link. To apply, you must meet the following criteria:
- You must be over 18 years old;
- You must have been unemployed for at least one year, without receiving Unemployment Insurance or a similar program;
- Per capita family income of up to half the minimum wage (R$ 706);
- Have lived in São Paulo for at least two years;
- No other Bolsa Trabalho beneficiaries in the family;
- Have your CPF in good standing with the Receita Federal.
All the above requirements must be met in order to receive the benefit. For more information, check out the São Paulo government’s website.