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Exceeded the Annual Revenue Limit of MEI? Understand What to Do and How to Regularize the Situation. Experts Explain the Consequences and Guide How to Act to Keep the CNPJ Regularized with the Federal Revenue
According to G1, many microentrepreneurs face doubts when they exceed the annual revenue limit of MEI. In 2025, the ceiling remains at R$ 81 thousand, equivalent to an average monthly income of R$ 6,750. Those who exceed this amount must follow specific rules to avoid tax issues and keep the company in good standing with the Federal Revenue.
The disqualification can happen automatically, generating new tax costs and even retroactive charges. Understanding the correct procedures is essential to avoid having an irregular CNPJ and to prevent heavy fines.
What Is the Annual Revenue Limit of MEI
Currently, the annual revenue limit of MEI is R$ 81 thousand, an amount that adjusts proportionally for businesses opened during the year. For example, a MEI formalized in May will have the limit reduced to R$ 54 thousand for that fiscal year.
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According to Sebrae, the calculation considers the gross revenue of the company, without deducting expenses. That is, if the entrepreneur earned R$ 50 thousand and spent R$ 10 thousand in the period, the declaration must record the total of R$ 50 thousand.
What Happens If You Exceed the Limit
There are two main scenarios:
- Up to 20% above the limit (up to R$ 97,200): the MEI will be automatically disqualified starting January 1 of the following year. In this situation, it will be necessary to pay a supplementary DAS guide and migrate to the Microenterprise (ME) regime within the Simples Nacional.
- Above 20% of the limit (above R$ 97,200): the disqualification is retroactive to the beginning of the year in which the limit was exceeded. This can generate additional taxes, fines, and interest charged by the Revenue.
According to tax attorney Gabriel Santana Vieira, the entrepreneur must request disqualification on the Simples Nacional Portal and adjust the classification to ME or EPP (Small Business), with immediate payment of taxes under the new regime.
How to Regularize After Exceeding the Annual Revenue Limit of MEI
To avoid complications, Sebrae recommends that the MEI monitor monthly revenue. If they identify that they will exceed the limit, it is advisable to request disqualification by the last business day of the month following the excess, which reduces the risk of fines.
In the Microenterprise regime, taxes are calculated based on annual revenue and the Simples Nacional tables. This requires greater financial control and, in many cases, hiring an accountant to monitor the process.
Annual Declaration and Obligations of MEI
Even after exceeding the limit, the microentrepreneur must submit the Annual Declaration of Simples Nacional (DASN-SIMEI) by May 31. The document gathers information about the revenue from the previous year and any employees.
Those who do not submit the declaration on time pay a fine of 2% for each month of delay, limited to 20% of the total due, with a minimum amount of R$ 50. Additionally, there may be cancellation of the CNPJ if monthly contributions are not paid for two consecutive years.
If any information is submitted incorrectly, it is possible to send a corrective declaration, correcting the information in the system and generating a new transmission receipt.
The rules regarding the annual revenue limit of MEI show that care with financial planning is essential for those who work as microentrepreneurs. Exceeding the ceiling does not mean the end of the business, but it requires attention to migrate to the correct regime, pay the necessary taxes, and maintain fiscal regularity.
And you, have you ever been in this situation? Do you believe that the limit of R$ 81 thousand meets the current reality of small businesses, or should it be adjusted? Leave your opinion in the comments — we want to hear your direct experience as an entrepreneur.
81mil nao serve da nada com as despesas altas como estão agora!
O limite anual de R$81.000 é ridículo, considerando o valor e custos de produtos e serviços atualmente. Eu acredito que, no mínimo, deveria ter uma flexibilidade nos cenários para quem ultrapasse o limite anual, por exemplo, pagar uma guia específica somente no ano em que exceder o teto, sem desenquadramento, porque pode ser uma exceção e não será recorrente.
Faturamento do MEI está muito baixo R$81.000.00 o Faturamento deve ser torno R$160.000.00 anual pois preços dos produtos aumentam muito que tu compra hoje R$ 81.000.00 mínimo prestadores de serviço que tem tirar notas todos os meses esta apavorados tem aumentar Faturamento urgente