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New IRPF Table 2025 Increases Exemption Range and Adjusts Rates. See How Changes Impact the 2026 Income Tax Return and Prepare for the New Calculation.
The new IRPF table for 2025 was approved by the Senate in August and brings important changes that will directly impact the 2026 Income Tax return. Among the most relevant changes are the increase in the exemption range, adjustments in the rates, and modifications in the deduction amounts, which change the calculation of taxes owed by millions of Brazilians.
The measure aims to correct distortions in taxation and give greater progressivity to the tax, benefiting primarily those in lower income brackets, while still updating the tax burden for higher incomes. According to data from the Federal Revenue Agency, over 43 million declarations were submitted in 2025, meaning that the change will affect a large portion of the economically active population.
New IRPF Table 2025: See the Income Ranges and Rates
With the approval, the table for the 2025 calendar year is as follows:
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| Monthly Income Range (R$) | Rate | Deductible Amount (R$) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2,428.80 | Exempt | – |
| 2,428.81 – 2,826.65 | 7.5% | 142.80 |
| 2,826.66 – 3,751.05 | 15% | 354.80 |
| 3,751.06 – 4,664.68 | 22.5% | 636.13 |
| Above 4,664.68 | 27.5% | 869.36 |
An important point is that, considering the bonus amounts applied in the calculation, in practice, those who receive up to R$ 3,036.00 monthly will be exempt.
Income Tax Exemption Range: What Changes for 2026
The increase in the exemption range means that more Brazilians will be free from the IRPF charge, reducing the tax burden on the budgets of those with lower incomes. This adjustment partially follows the accumulated inflation and aims to correct the historical lag of the table, which mainly affects salary earners.
On the other hand, those with higher incomes will continue to pay progressive rates that reach 27.5%, maintaining the distributive nature of the tax.
New IRPF Rate and Adjustments in Deductions
In addition to the change in the exemption range, there were adjustments to the fixed deductions applied to each income range. This alters the way the owed tax is calculated, which can result in savings for some taxpayers and increases for others, depending on income and permitted deductions, such as healthcare, education, and dependents.
This update may also affect how companies withhold payroll, as the new table will take effect for incomes received from January 2025, influencing the monthly collection via carnê-leão or withholding at source.
IRPF 2026 Changes: How They Impact the Taxpayer
The new rules will bring fiscal relief for those in the lower and middle brackets but will also require tax planning for those in higher brackets.
Taxpayers with variable incomes or close to the limit of each bracket should stay alert, as changes in annual income may lead to alterations in the tax owed in the 2026 declaration.
For example, a worker who in 2024 was subject to a 7.5% rate and, with a salary adjustment, would move to 15% under the old table, may maintain the lower tax rate due to the new framework.
How to Prepare for the New IRPF Table 2025
- Review Your Financial Planning: Know exactly which income range you are in to calculate the tax impact.
- Update Your Information with HR or Accountant to ensure that the monthly withholding is correct.
- Organize Receipts and Proofs of deductible expenses throughout the year to maximize benefits in the declaration.
- Consider Simulating the Declaration with the new rules to anticipate the impact and avoid surprises.
The assistance of an accountant can be crucial for correctly interpreting the changes and avoiding issues such as falling into audit scrutiny.
The new IRPF table for 2025 represents a step forward in making taxation fairer, expanding the exemption range and adjusting the rates to better reflect the contributory capacity of each income range.
The change is already in effect for incomes received from January 2025 and will directly influence the 2026 declaration, making it essential for all taxpayers to prepare for the new rules.
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