THE IMPORTANCE OF LABOR IN THE RDAP: CONTROL, VERIFICATION, AND IMPACTS

By Alexsandro Evangelista and Cristiane Rodrigues, from the Economic Consulting & Projects Team

In the RDAP (Project Monitoring Report), each company must declare the number of workers employed, both in direct and indirect activities. This is not just a figure to fill out a table; it is a way to demonstrate to SUFRAMA that the approved project genuinely generates jobs and contributes to regional development.

CAS Resolution No. 205/2021 and SUFRAMA Ordinance No. 1,398/2024 stipulate that when companies report a labor percentage below 50% of what was projected, they must justify the discrepancy. Furthermore, this justification must be accompanied by documentation, such as the GFIP (FGTS Collection Guide and Social Security Information).

It is crucial to emphasize that labor data must align with other indicators, such as revenue, social benefits, and investments. When these data points do not coherently complement each other, the likelihood of SUFRAMA requesting additional clarifications or even conducting an on-site inspection significantly increases.

In summary, accurately reporting labor in the RDAP goes far beyond fulfilling a bureaucratic obligation to maintain tax incentives. It is a way to demonstrate that the company is committed to job creation, contributes to the local economy, and adheres to the rules of the Manaus Free Trade Zone model.