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Employers ask for more time to rescue millions who are still in the Labor Compensation Fund
Publication: ECO
Author: Isabel Patrício
Source published: 21/10/2026, 06:10:37 UTC
Briefing created: 21/10/2026, 06:54:15 UTC
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Briefings
The Portuguese Fund for Compensation of Work (FCT) holds over 451 million euros, yet only 33,882 out of 315,343 employer entities have requested reimbursement by September 2026. Rafael Alves Rocha, CIP's director-general, argues that extending the mobilization deadline until December 31 is essential to prevent administrative barriers from blocking access to these funds. While the Fund was historically funded by employer contributions, the 2024 Agenda do Trabalho Digno removed mandatory deductions, allowing accumulated balances to be reclaimed. The FCT is currently at risk of being exhausted if the deadline is not extended, as many small and medium-sized enterprises face procedural hurdles.
Key points
- As of September 2026, only 33,882 out of 315,343 employer entities have requested reimbursement from the FCT, leaving over 451 million euros unclaimed.
- Rafael Alves Rocha, CIP's director-general, argues that extending the mobilization deadline to December 31 is essential to prevent administrative barriers from blocking access to these funds.
Context
The FCT was originally created during the Troika to cover dismissal compensation, funded by employer contributions. The 2024 Agenda do Trabalho Digno removed mandatory deductions, allowing accumulated balances to be reclaimed. The deadline for mobilization is currently approaching, with the Fund potentially exhausted if not extended.
Limitations
The evidence covers only the period up to September 2026. It does not include data on future extensions beyond December 31, nor does it provide details on the specific operational challenges faced by different sectors beyond agriculture and commerce.
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