Best freelance, gig and earning platforms in Brazil
Brazil has its own ecosystem of earning apps, and local payments can move instantly over Pix, the Central Bank system that is free between individuals and runs 24 hours a day. iFood holds more than 80% of meal delivery, 99, owned by DiDi, runs rides and food delivery, Rappi adds courier work, and Keeta, Meituan's delivery app, entered Brazil in October 2025. Lalamove matches drivers of motorcycles, cars, vans and trucks with deliveries. For freelancing, 99Freelas lists around 3.9 million registered freelancers and releases payment when a project is completed, Workana focuses on Latin American talent, and GetNinjas lets professionals buy coins to unlock client contacts while keeping 100% of the job value with no monthly fee. MercadoLibre serves product sellers. Earnings are in reais (BRL). PayPal works in Brazil, but money received in another currency is converted at 3.5% above the base exchange rate. Tip: register a Pix key, such as your CPF, phone number or email, so clients can pay you instantly.
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Brazil at a glance
Platform types: 2 ride platforms, 2 freelance sites, 2 marketplaces, 2 payment receiving platforms, 2 big marketplaces, 2 delivery platforms, 1 crowdfunding platform, 1 task platform and 1 shipping gig platform
How they pay out: Bank transfer (12), debit card (2)
Which global platforms accept people in Brazil? See all 36 confirmed, and how to get paid →
Compare at a glance
| Platform | Type | Fees / commission | Pays via | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
99
|
Ride-hailing company | — | Bank transfer | 2012 |
99Freelas
|
Freelance marketplace | 20% fee free plan (10-15% on paid plans) | Brazilian bank account | 2011 |
Catarse
|
Crowdfunding platform | 13% fee on funds raised | Bank transfer | 2011 |
DiDi
|
Ride-hailing company | ~10-20% commission by market | Bank transfer | 2012 |
Enjoei
|
Resale marketplace | 12% commission + fixed fee per sale, 18% commission on boosted listings | Bank transfer via Enjubank | 2009 |
GetNinjas
|
Local services marketplace | Professionals pay per lead | Direct payment from customers | 2011 |
Lalamove
|
On-demand logistics platform | Commission deducted per order (varies by market) | Bank transfer | 2013 |
Mercado Pago
|
Payment platform | Free P2P, ~0.5-6% merchant receiving fees | Bank transfer, Debit card | 2003 |
MercadoLibre
|
Online marketplace | Free listings, ~8-20.5% selling fee by country/category | Bank transfer (Mercado Pago) | 1999 |
OLX
|
Classifieds marketplace | Free basic listings, paid packages, 1% sale fee in Pakistan | Direct payment from buyers | 2006 |
PicPay
|
Digital wallet | Free account and Pix/P2P transfers | Pix/bank transfer, debit card | 2012 |
Rappi
|
Delivery platform | Paid per delivery by distance/demand + tips | Bank transfer | 2015 |
Shopee
|
Online marketplace | Category commission ~2-11% + ~2% transaction fee | Bank transfer (local) | 2015 |
Workana
|
Freelance marketplace | Tiered commission | PayPal, Payoneer | 2012 |
iFood
|
Food delivery company | Paid per delivery, min ~R$7 per route | Bank transfer | 2011 |
99A Brazilian ride-hailing platform owned by DiDi since 2018, with food delivery relaunched as 99Food. Drivers sign up with a car or motorbike…
99app.com93 views99FreelasA leading Brazilian freelance marketplace where professionals bid on local projects in Portuguese.
99freelas.com.br47 viewsCatarseBrazil largest crowdfunding platform for creative and social projects.
catarse.me50 viewsDiDiThe Chinese mobility giant whose driver platform dominates much of Latin America - rides and 99/DiDi Food across Mexico, Brazil, and beyond.
web.didiglobal.com43 viewsEnjoeiA Brazilian resale marketplace where people sell secondhand fashion and goods.
enjoei.com.br44 viewsGetNinjasBrazil largest services marketplace, with millions of registered professionals across more than 500 service types in thousands of cities. Pr…
getninjas.com.br117 viewsLalamoveAn on-demand logistics platform from Hong Kong where drivers with motorbikes, vans, and trucks deliver across Asian and Latin American citie…
lalamove.com53 viewsMercado PagoLatin America biggest payments app - anyone can receive via QR codes, payment links, and card readers, with or without selling on MercadoLib…
mercadopago.com55 viewsMercadoLibreLatin America dominant marketplace, where sellers across 18 countries list to the region largest buyer base, with Mercado Pago payouts.
mercadolibre.com47 viewsOLXThe classifieds giant of emerging markets - list and sell anything free in Pakistan, Ukraine, Poland, Brazil, and more.
olx.com40 viewsPicPayA Brazilian payment app where people and merchants receive money, pay, and transfer.
picpay.com47 viewsRappiLatin America on-demand delivery super-app for food, groceries, and pharmacy. Couriers (rappitenderos) choose their hours and earn per deliv…
rappi.com55 viewsShopeeSoutheast Asia largest shopping platform (Sea Limited), with open seller sign-up across its markets and a huge affiliate program.
shopee.com45 viewsWorkanaThe leading freelance marketplace for Latin America, connecting Spanish and Portuguese speaking freelancers with clients across the region.…
workana.com65 viewsiFoodBrazil dominant food delivery platform with the large majority of the national market. Couriers sign up through the dedicated courier app an…
ifood.com.br51 viewsFrequently asked questions
What are the best freelance and gig platforms in Brazil?
For freelancing, 99Freelas has about 3.9 million registered freelancers and Workana connects Latin American talent with clients, while Upwork and Fiverr reach foreign buyers. GetNinjas suits local service professionals, iFood leads food delivery work, 99 and Rappi add rides and courier jobs, and MercadoLibre serves product sellers.
How do freelancers in Brazil get paid by international clients?
Options include PayPal, which converts incoming foreign currency at 3.5% above the base rate, and Payoneer, supported by both Upwork and Fiverr. Upwork also offers direct transfers to local banks for $0.99 and USD wires for $50. For Brazilian clients, Pix moves money instantly and free between individuals using a key such as your CPF.
Does PayPal work in Brazil?
Yes. PayPal accounts in Brazil can send and receive payments, and PayPal is also a withdrawal method on Upwork and Fiverr. Payments received in another currency are converted at 3.5% above the base exchange rate, so compare that cost with Payoneer or a direct local bank transfer before choosing how to get paid.
Can people in Brazil work on Upwork and Fiverr?
Yes. Upwork operates worldwide except Russia and Belarus and requires your withdrawal account name to match your verified Upwork name. Fiverr pays out via PayPal with no fee, bank transfer via Payoneer for $1 or a Payoneer account for $3, and requires sellers to be at least 18 to withdraw.
Which delivery apps can you work for in Brazil?
iFood holds more than 80% of Brazil's meal delivery market, making it the largest option. 99, owned by DiDi, offers food delivery as 99 Food, Rappi operates in Brazil, and Keeta, the delivery app of China's Meituan, entered the market in October 2025. For freight, Lalamove matches drivers of motorcycles, vans and trucks with deliveries.