New PAT system requires re-registration by the companies

In brief

The Brazilian Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE) has launched the new system for the Worker Food Program (PAT), making registration updates mandatory for participating entities. Beneficiary companies (employers), collective food providers, and facilitators responsible for issuing benefits must update their records in the new digital platform. As of July 25, the current system will be deactivated, and access to PAT services will depend on completing the re-registration. The initiative is part of a broader modernization effort aimed at increasing transparency, traceability, and oversight of program operations.

Key takeaways

• Employers, food service providers, and benefit issuers must update their registration in the new system.
• Re-registration is required to maintain access to the PAT after July 25.
• The new platform strengthens transparency, traceability, and governance requirements.
• Companies should review contractual and operational arrangements related to the benefit.
• Failure to update may affect continued participation in the program.

In more detail

The implementation of the new PAT system is part of the ongoing modernization of the program led by the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE). According to the PAT coordination, the new platform aims to enhance transparency and traceability of information, enabling closer monitoring of participating companies and professionals, and strengthening management, control, and operational integrity.

In this context, registration updates become mandatory for all participants in the program, including beneficiary employers, collective food service providers, and facilitators responsible for issuing benefits.

With the current system set to be deactivated as of July 25, continued access to PAT services will depend on completing the re-registration in the new digital environment.

While the measure is primarily operational, the increased transparency and traceability are expected to enhance enforcement capabilities, which highlights the importance of ensuring registration accuracy and alignment of current practices with program requirements.