Brazil Revises Public‑Sector Retirement Rules for Servants

Following a recent constitutional amendment, Brazil has overhauled the retirement framework for public‑sector workers. The new rules raise the minimum retirement age to 65 for men and 62 for women, and require at least 25 years of contributions to the pension system. In addition, workers must have served a minimum of ten consecutive years in the public sector and must have been in their current position for at least five uninterrupted years before filing for retirement. These measures are intended to balance pension sustainability with the growing life expectancy of the population.

The reforms also introduce detailed transition provisions for employees who began public‑service careers before November 2019, requiring careful analysis of each worker’s employment history, including periods in the private sector, military service, and unpaid leaves. The changes aim to prevent premature retirements that could strain public finances while safeguarding the rights of long‑standing civil servants.