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Brazil Makes Pix Automático Mandatory for Recurring Bills and Subscriptions

Central bank rules make the service free for payers by shifting costs to providers.

Overview

  • The nationwide mandate takes effect Monday, October 13, 2025, moving Pix Automático from an optional rollout to a required modality.
  • Businesses send a single authorization request that customers approve in their banking app, set frequency and value limits, and cancel at any time, with payments executed 24/7.
  • Only legal entities active for at least six months can collect via Pix Automático, a safeguard aimed at deterring fraud from newly created firms.
  • Banks and payment institutions must vet collectors by checking registration data, business-activity compatibility, and transaction history before enabling recurring charges.
  • The tool covers individuals paying companies or MEIs and is positioned to replace traditional automatic debit and boletos, potentially expanding access to about 60 million people without credit cards.