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Brazil Unemployment Insurance Calculator 2026

Estimate Brazilian unemployment insurance (seguro-desemprego) for 2026 using the official Ministry of Labor table: installment value, number of installments (3 to 5), application window and expected payment dates.

Last 3 gross salaries before dismissal

You qualify

Value of each installment

R$ 2.166,66

Number of installments

4

Total to receive

R$ 8.666,64

Average salary (last 3)R$ 3.000,00
2026 table bracketR$ 2,222.18 to R$ 3,703.99: R$ 1,777.74 + 50% of the amount above R$ 2,222.17

Enter the dismissal date to see the application window and payment schedule.

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Brazil unemployment insurance table 2026

Average salaryInstallment formula
Up to R$ 2.222,17Average × 0.8 (80%)
R$ 2.222,18 – R$ 3.703,99R$ 1.777,74 + 50% of the amount above R$ 2.222,17
Above R$ 3.703,99Fixed at R$ 2.518,65

No installment is lower than the minimum wage (R$ 1.621,00). Cap: R$ 2.518,65.

How many installments?

Months worked (last 36)1st claim2nd claim3rd or more
6 a 8not eligiblenot eligible3
9 a 11not eligible33
12 a 23444
24 or more555

Simulation based on Law 7,998/1990 and the Ministry of Labor table valid since 01/11/2026. The official amount is set when the claim is processed.

How it works

1

Choose the worker type, reason for leaving and how many times you have claimed before.

2

Enter months worked in the last 36 months and your last 3 gross salaries.

3

See the installment value, total amount, application window and payment schedule.

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum benefit in 2026?

R$ 2,518.65 per installment for average salaries above R$ 3,703.99. The minimum is R$ 1,621.00 (minimum wage).

Who qualifies?

Workers dismissed without cause (or constructive dismissal) who meet the minimum months worked. Resignation, just cause, mutual agreement and end of fixed-term contracts do not qualify.

Is it free?

Yes. The site is supported by ads, so you never pay or need to create an account.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. The page adapts to your screen and does not require installing any app.