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Brasília – Brazil introduced a bill to allow partial crypto salaries. Federal deputy Luiz Philippe de Orleans e Bragança introduced Bill PL 957/2025 on March 12, 2025. The bill lets employees choose to receive up to 50% of their pay in cryptocurrency. The remaining salary must be paid in Brazilian real. Expatriates and foreign remote workers could choose full payment in crypto. These payments must follow Central Bank rules.
Payment Rules and Education
The bill requires employers to use Central Bank exchange rates. Employers must provide detailed salary breakdowns for tax reporting. Companies also need to offer education about cryptocurrency. This education must cover security risks and market changes. The proposal aims to update labor laws. It seeks to attract financial technology talent and support innovation.
Global Context and Trade
Brazil’s approach to crypto salaries differs from other nations. Countries like Switzerland and Japan accept crypto but do not hold it in national reserves. Brazil is considering using crypto for international trade. While the bill focuses on salaries, it aligns with Brazil’s interest in digital assets within BRICS. Using digital assets could help reduce dependence on the U.S. dollar in trade
