Closed Season Insurance – Artisanal Fisherman

THE Closed Season Insurance It is a benefit passed on to artisanal fishermen who had their source of income affected due to the piracema. 

In other words, the piracema is the fish's reproduction period, the time when they go to the river sources to reproduce.

To preserve species and the environment, fishing is prohibited at this time.

Therefore, individuals who live solely from this trade end up not having anywhere to earn a living during the spawning season. 

With the Closed Season Insurance, something commonly associated with unemployment insurance, they receive a financial benefit from the government to support themselves during this period.

Among the main rules for receiving the benefit, we highlight, for example:

• Carry out fishing activities permanently;
• Be registered in General Fishing Register for at least 1 year;
• Prove payment of social security contributions relating to the sale of production in the last 12 months prior to the request for Defeso Insurance;
• Not having a source of income other than fishing activities.

The request of the benefit must occur within the deadline, which begins one month before the start of the closed season and ends on the last day of the closed season.

The process can be done online, on the Meu INSS portal. Access and click on the button “New Request”.

You can access Meu INSS via the website or app. 

Conclusion

Seguro Defeso is a social benefit that, although little known by Brazilians, makes all the difference in the lives of fishermen who are entitled to it.

Furthermore, it is an important tool to help preserve species and consequently the environment.

Therefore, if you are eligible, be sure to request yours before the application deadline expires. Visit the website GOV.BR and place your order.

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