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CLT vs Contractor (PJ) & Hiring Cost Calculator

Determine how much to bill as an independent corporate contractor (PJ) to match formal Brazilian employment (CLT) with benefits, 13th salary, vacation bonus, and severance fund. Employers can calculate total employee payroll cost across tax regimes.

CLT & Contractor Package Details

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Typically 6% (Simples Annex III) or 15.5% (Annex V).

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Pacote CLT FormalCarteira assinada

Average monthly CLT net (salary + benefits + diluted perks)

R$ 7.181,51

Média mensal com todos os direitos diluídos

Salário líquido no holerite:R$ 4.768,36
Benefícios mensais (VR + Saúde + Outros):R$ 1.350,00
13º + Férias (+1/3) + FGTS diluídos:R$ 1.063,15
Annual gross CLT package (incl. 13th, vacation & FGTS):R$ 86.178,08
Equivalência PJ RecomendadaPessoa Jurídica

Suggested equivalent contractor rate (PJ)

R$ 7.852,67

+31% sobre o salário bruto CLT

Imposto estimado (6% Simples):-R$ 471,16
Contabilidade mensal:-R$ 200,00
Required annual corporate billing (PJ):R$ 94.232,00

Dica de negociação: To match CLT take-home pay and savings as a corporate contractor, invoice at least this recommended amount.

Segurança jurídica: CLT contracts provide statutory severance pay, notice period, and medical leave protection.

How it works

1

Choose your view: 'For Workers' (rate comparison) or 'For Employers' (total hiring expense).

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Enter the gross salary and monthly benefits (meal vouchers, health insurance, etc.).

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Set the expected corporate tax rate (e.g. 6% Simples Nacional) and monthly accounting fee.

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Review the recommended equivalent contractor rate or total employer payroll cost breakdown.

Frequently asked questions

Is it really free?

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

Why does contractor (PJ) pay need to be higher than CLT gross?

Formal CLT workers receive 13.33 salaries per year, 8% monthly severance savings (FGTS), 40% termination bonus, and paid leave. Independent contractors must fund their own taxes, benefits, and downtime.

Does it work on mobile?

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