Digital Work Card: How does it work?

Do you know the Digital Work Card and your services?

Initially, the Digital CTPS is an application offered by the Ministry of Labor that functions as an extension of the Brazilian worker's physical Work Card.

In short, with this application, workers can consult their professional information and employment contract details.

On the smartphone screen, it gathers other information from the CTPS and Social Security, in addition to being able to request a second copy of the document through the app.

Additionally, workers can apply for unemployment insurance and check their salary bonus, among other services that will be highlighted below.

What is the Digital Work Card?

Firstly, for those who have never taken out a printed CTPS, they can easily choose to take out only the digital option; the information contained in the digital option will automatically be sent to the employer.

The digital wallet is an application that allows workers to consult all data regarding their professional career.

In this sense, the platform provides information such as hiring dates and contract termination.

As well as salary changes, employment benefits, unemployment insurance, salary bonuses, among other available services.

In short, this wallet can be used by anyone registered in the Individual Taxpayer Registry.

As of Ordinance No. 1065, published on September 23, 2019, by the Ministry of Economy, the digital wallet became equivalent to the physical wallet for employment purposes.

However, unlike the paper version, the digital wallet is invalid as a civil identity document.

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Does the Digital Work Card replace the physical one?

In most situations, the digital wallet replaces the physical wallet.

However, it is worth noting that workers who already have the physical option of the card must keep it with them.

This is because the old information noted in the work card will prove the employment contracts registered there, even if available digitally.

In this sense, it is essential to remember that public employees and employees of international organizations continue to need the Work Card in physical format.

How to do it?

To create a digital wallet through the app, simply open the Ministry of Economy's platform.

Then click on “enter”, log in with your Gov.br account details and authorize the application to use the data for Digital CTPS.

Services available in the Digital Work Card 

The Digital Wallet offers various services and information online for workers, some of the available services include:

• Registration of Employment Contracts: access and register your employment contracts digitally;
• Employment History: check your previous employment history and employment relationships;
• Vacation and Salary Notes: view information about your vacations and salaries;
• Unemployment Insurance Application: apply for unemployment insurance directly through the platform;
• Salary Bonus (PIS/PASEP): check information about the salary bonus;
• Job Search: explore available job opportunities;
• Professional Profile: access and update your professional profile;
• Activity Schedule: stay informed about work-related events and activities;
• Income Statement: see information about your income.

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Frequently asked questions about the Digital Work Card 

How do I get the Digital Work Card?

The Digital Work Card can be obtained free of charge through a mobile application, available for Android and iOS systems. 

You must download the application and register with personal information.

Can the company I work for require a physical version of the card?

No. With the implementation of this digital tool, companies can no longer require the presentation of a physical version of the CTPS. 

They should only write down important information, such as the date of admission and the Digital Work Card number, at the time of hiring.

How do I access the Digital Work Card information?

After registering and obtaining the digital version of the CTPS, the worker can access the information through the app, entering their CPF and a previously registered password. 

You can view employment records, update information and even request a second copy of the document.

What should I do if I lose my cell phone with my Digital Work Card?

If the cell phone with the app is lost, access to the app can be immediately blocked by calling the Ministry of Economy's customer service number. 

Then, you will need to install the application on another device and log in with your CPF and registered password to retrieve the information.

Is the Digital Work Card valid for previous jobs?

Yes, it is valid for all previous jobs. 

All work records contained in the physical version of the CTPS must be transferred to the digital version.

Is it necessary to present the Digital Work Card in job interviews?

No, it is not necessary to present it during job interviews. 

The presentation of the document is only required at the time of hiring, to record the necessary information.

Conclusion

THE Digital Work Card can be very useful, as it has tools and services to help you.

Therefore, it is worth installing it on your cell phone and taking advantage of the benefits it offers.

Finally, don't forget to share with others so they can also benefit from the digital wallet services.

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