Are there any labor unions in Brazil?

Major labor unions in Brazil The impact of a labor union is measured by the number of members it has, so the major labor unions in Brazil are composed by those who work in factories, stores and banks. read more

In general, all unions stand for protecting and extending their members' rights beyond those emanating from the law. The stronger the union, the more protective the rights (no surprises there). The unions in the banking sector and car manufacturing sectors are particularly strong. read more

In Brazil, labor relations are a matter of Federal law, so the States and Municipalities have no power to legislate over labor matters. Therefore, labor rights are nationally standardized, and the same labor costs and consequences will apply regardless of an employer’s place of business or place of incorporation. read more