| Gross salary | $60,000 |
| Employer contributions (29%) | $17,400 |
| 13th-month salary (mandatory) | $5,000 |
| Hire with Columbus fee (from $179/month) | $2,148 |
| Total annual cost | $84,548 |
That is $7,046 per month, roughly 41% on top of gross salary.
Employment facts for Brazil
Statutory annual leave
22 days
Public holidays
10 days
Typical notice period
6.6 weeks
Typical severance
8.9 weeks
13th-month salary
mandatory
Contribution rates based on verified sources as of 2026-09-30. Estimates only; exact costs depend on region, sector and salary caps. We confirm exact numbers before you hire.