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.
Before you start
What works in Brazil, and how the money gets to you
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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The 15 local platforms
Grouped by the kind of work, with what each one takes
Ride platforms2
Freelance sites2
Marketplaces2
Payment receiving platforms2
Big marketplaces2
Delivery platforms2
More platforms3
Compare them in a table
| Platform | Type | Platform's cut | Pays via | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
99
|
Ride-hailing company | — | Bank transfer | 2012 |
99Freelas
|
Freelance marketplace | 10–20% | Brazilian bank account | 2011 |
Catarse
|
Crowdfunding platform | 13% | Bank transfer | 2011 |
DiDi
|
Ride-hailing company | 10–20% | Bank transfer | 2012 |
Enjoei
|
Resale marketplace | 12–18% | Bank transfer via Enjubank | 2009 |
GetNinjas
|
Local services marketplace | Professionals pay per lead | Direct payment from custom… | 2011 |
Lalamove
|
On-demand logistics platform | Commission deducted per order (var… | Bank transfer | 2013 |
Mercado Pago
|
Payment platform | 0.5–6% | Bank transfer +1 | 2003 |
MercadoLibre
|
Online marketplace | 8–20.5% | Bank transfer (Mercado Pag… | 1999 |
OLX
|
Classifieds marketplace | 1% | Direct payment from buyers | 2006 |
PicPay
|
Digital wallet | 0% | Pix/bank transfer +1 | 2012 |
Rappi
|
Delivery platform | Paid per delivery by distance/dema… | Bank transfer | 2015 |
Shopee
|
Online marketplace | 2–11% | Bank transfer (local) | 2015 |
Workana
|
Freelance marketplace | Tiered commission | PayPal +1 | 2012 |
iFood
|
Food delivery company | Paid per delivery, min ~R$7 per ro… | Bank transfer | 2011 |
Brazil at a glance
- Capital
- Brasília
- Currency
- Brazilian real BRL · R$
- Languages
- Portuguese
- Time
- UTC-04:00 (Boa Vista), 4 time zones in all9am in New York is 9am here, 9am in London is 5am
- Calling code
- +55for SMS sign-up checks
- Region
- South America8,515,767 km²
Country facts from the open world-countries dataset (ODbL); map shapes from Natural Earth. Highlighted neighbours have their own page here.
People and the online economy in Brazil
- About 18 million people in Brazil use the internet (84% of the population).
- 69% of people are of working age (15 to 64).
- Most adults (86%) have a bank or mobile-money account, so a local payout is usually within reach.
Source: World Bank Open Data (CC BY 4.0), the most recent year available for each figure, retrieved October 29, 2026. Each year links to the source series.
How to get paid in Brazil
Payment services whose official country lists include Brazil. Check that the platform you join pays out to at least one of them, or to a local bank.
Not available in Pakistan or Bangladesh, and in some listed countries accounts may only send or cannot withdraw locally, so check in the app.
Accounts are country-specific local wallets, the Venezuela site now shows a paused-activity page.
You'll need: A bank account
Not open in Pakistan, Nigeria or Bangladesh, India and Indonesia are invite-only, and under-18s need a parent or guardian.
You'll need: A bank account
Individuals can join dLocal Go without a company. US-based sellers can only charge Latin American, Asian and African customers.
You'll need: A smartphone
16-17 year olds can only open an account in the UK, and Mexico is waiting-list only until its 2026 launch.
Gives USD, GBP and EUR receiving accounts for foreign clients and platforms like Upwork, Deel and Payoneer, payments from sanctioned countries fail.
For software and digital products only, individuals can sell, and payouts go monthly by wire or Payoneer once you reach $100.
Not available for receiving money in Brazil: Lemon Squeezy, NayaPay, Airtel Money, bKash, CIH Bank, M-Pesa, PayPay, Paytm, Mollie, SadaPay, Razorpay, Bancontact Pay, Tikkie, Paymob, Paystack, Midtrans, MoMo, MTN MoMo, OPay, PayMongo, AlipayHK, ChapChap, Nequi, Tenpo, TrueMoney, Yoco, Chipper Cash, Easypaisa, Khalti, Telebirr, ExpressPay, GCash, CashPlus, Fawry, JazzCash, Xendit, Zalopay, Monobank, Square, Yape, Cash App, Maya, Vipps, Wave, Daviplata, Flutterwave, Hubtel, Toss, Uala, Wise.
Global platforms that accept people in Brazil
Each one's official sign-up or terms pages list the countries it accepts, and Brazil is on the list. Check them against your age and what you have →
Tutoring platforms 8
Free to publish an ad with no commission, students pay you directly, but you must win your own students from profile views.
You'll need: A computer, A webcam, A headset
Must be 18. Not open to residents of Iran, Sudan, Cuba, Syria, North Korea, Crimea, Russia, or Belarus. Profile review within 3 business days.
You'll need: A computer, A webcam, A headset, Good English, A degree or professional licence, A teaching certificate, A background check, A PayPal account
Needs a bachelor's plus teaching certification or ESL qualification, or a master's or PhD, plus a clear national criminal background check.
You'll need: A computer, A webcam, Native-level language skills, Good English
No degree or certificate needed but tutors must be native English speakers and cannot tutor from California, Massachusetts or New Jersey.
You'll need: A computer
Register with name and email, fill in a profile questionnaire, and Classgap's team validates it before the profile goes public.
You'll need: A computer, A webcam, A headset, Good English
Excellent English, quiet home workspace and internet of at least 1 Mbps, hiring includes an online interview.
You'll need: A computer, A webcam, A headset, Good English, A skills test
Needs 2 Mbps internet and Chrome or Edge, an English test, AI speaking test, self-study program and online demo lesson with admins.
You'll need: A computer, A webcam, A headset
C2 level in the language plus prior teaching experience with proof, teaching certificate preferred, applications reviewed within 2 weeks.
Freelance sites 7
You'll need: Good English, A skills test
Vetted talent pass profile screening, English communication assessment and a role-specific technical interview.
You'll need: A computer
You need a verified ID, an approved profile and a tax form (W-8BEN outside the US) before withdrawing. Crimea, Donetsk and Luhansk are also restricted.
You'll need: A computer
Fiverr can ask any seller for a government ID to confirm you are 18+, and PayPal withdrawals arrive in about 24 hours with a $1 minimum.
You'll need: A computer, Good English, A skills test
Fewer than 3 percent pass the English interview, skills tests, live screening and 1-3 week test project.
You'll need: A computer
Free Basic plan gives 10 bids a month with a 9 percent job fee, paid plans from $11.95/mo add bids and lower fees.
You'll need: A computer
Profiles are reviewed within 2 business days and new earnings clear 14 days after the invoice is approved.
You'll need: A computer
Identity verification is required before withdrawing, and your first withdrawal can be held up to 15 days.
Ride platforms 4
You'll need: A smartphone, A car, A driver's licence
Operates in about 48 countries, and drivers can counter the passenger's offered fare in the app.
You'll need: A smartphone, A car, A driver's licence
Drivers need a full Brazilian driving licence with the EAR endorsement and a compatible smartphone.
You'll need: A smartphone, A car, A driver's licence, Vehicle insurance, A background check
US drivers must meet the local minimum age and need 1 year of US driving experience (3 years if under 25).
You'll need: A smartphone, A car, A driver's licence, Vehicle insurance, A background check, A tax ID number
In Mexico you need INE, licence, car insurance, RFC tax ID and a no-criminal-record letter, plus a 4-door car with AC and airbags.
Creator platforms 4
Paid subscriptions run through Stripe, so you need to live in a Stripe-supported country to get paid.
You'll need: A computer
Paid memberships need the Publisher plan or self-hosting plus a Stripe account, so countries follow Stripe coverage.
You'll need: A bank account
Payouts go through Stripe only in supported countries, and your first payout triggers a one-time manual account review.
You'll need: A tax ID number
Under 18 needs a parent or guardian's permission, and you must give tax info or Patreon may withhold tax.
Social platforms 4
You'll need: An existing audience
Partner Program needs 1,000 subscribers plus 4,000 watch hours (12 months) or 10M Shorts views (90 days), and an AdSense account.
You'll need: A smartphone, An existing audience
Snap Stars earn from ads on public content, eligibility depends on authenticity, engagement and quality (help centre would not load).
You'll need: A smartphone, An existing audience
Creator Rewards needs a personal account with 10,000 followers and 100,000 views in 30 days, only videos over 1 minute earn.
You'll need: A bank account
The Spotify Partner Program needs at least 3 episodes, 1,000 audience in 30 days and 2,000 consumption hours in 30 days.
Music distribution platforms 4
There is no free plan now, the cheapest Artist plan costs $23.99 a year.
One-time $9.99 per single or $14.99 per album, payout within 15 business days of hitting your $25 default threshold, W-9 or W-8 required.
Ages 13-17 need parent or guardian consent, and you pay the annual fee by credit card.
Ages 13-17 need parent consent, artists outside the US sign with Believe International instead of TuneCore.
Open source funding platforms 3
You'll need: A bank account, A tax ID number
Needs 2FA on GitHub, a bank account in the same supported region you live in and a W-9 or W-8BEN tax form, review takes a few days.
You'll need: A bank account
41 countries get Stripe bank payouts, the other 71 listed can only receive through PayPal, processor fees average 3 to 5 percent.
Projects need an open source licence and recent activity, GitHub-verified ones are often auto-approved, and projects from anywhere are welcome.
Big marketplaces 3
Local seller markets are from Wikipedia because official pages would not load, and seller requirements are unverified.
Countries are from Wikipedia because official pages blocked automated reading, and seller requirements are unverified.
You'll need: A bank account
New private sellers get funds 2 to 7 days after delivery, and payouts go to a checking account or debit card, not PayPal.
Mentorship platforms 3
Experts must be over 18 and apply for approval. You must not be in a sanctioned country.
Expert applications are reviewed on background, demand and profile completeness, and Clarity keeps a 15% fee on every call.
Mentoring is unpaid volunteer work, applicants need 5+ years of industry experience and only about 30% are approved.
Passive income apps 3
You must be of legal age where you live. EarnApp is global except the listed countries, and Crimea is also blocked.
Must be 18+ on your own home network (no shared or work networks) and payouts start at a $20 minimum.
You'll need: A computer
Terms bar minors and sanctioned regions (list not itemised) and rewards are points or tokens with no promised cash value.
Course platforms 3
You'll need: A computer, A portfolio or work samples
First-time teachers must be approved (English-language applications only) and earnings are forfeited while Tipalti payment setup is incomplete.
You'll need: A computer, A bank account
No free plan (7-day trial), the Starter plan adds a 7.5% transaction fee, payouts can arrive within minutes of a sale.
You must be at least 13, or the higher local minimum. Ages 13 to 18 need a parent or guardian, and some services require 18.
Microtask sites 2
You'll need: A computer, A PayPal account
New sign-ups join a demographic waitlist that can take hours or months, and you must verify ID and live in a supported country.
You'll need: A computer, A tax ID number
MTurk is closing on September 30 2026, so new workers should not sign up, and US persons living abroad were never supported.
Delivery platforms 2
Official courier site denied automated access so requirements are unverified.
You'll need: A smartphone, A tax ID number
In Mexico you sign up with CURP, INE and RFC, and can deliver by motorbike, bicycle or car with any backpack you have.
Marketplaces 2
You'll need: A bank account
Etsy Payments needs 18+, a card on file and a bank account, and sellers in 16 countries incl. Pakistan and India are paid via Payoneer.
You'll need: A smartphone
Must be 16+ (18 in China) and pass a Persona government ID check, and you must connect a payment account before listing.
Prize competitions 2
You'll need: A computer
Quebec, Crimea, Donetsk and Luhansk are also barred, winners pass an ID check and file a W-9 or W-8BEN, prizes paid within 90 days.
Solvers must be 18 or older and not in a US-embargoed country, and award amounts and payment terms are set in each challenge agreement.
Stock marketplaces 2
You'll need: A tax ID number
You need an approved tax form before any payout, and contributors in some countries face a 90-day waiting period.
You'll need: A portfolio or work samples, A tax ID number
New author applications are paused until further notice, when open they need portfolio review (about 30 days), tax info and an ID check.
Template marketplaces 2
Official Envato author help blocked automated reading (HTTP 403) so eligibility could not be verified.
Official Envato author help blocked automated reading (HTTP 403) so eligibility could not be verified.
Print-on-demand platforms 2
You'll need: A computer
Paid monthly by the 15th once you pass the payment threshold, via PayPal or bank transfer (US, AU and UK banks), and inactive accounts can be charged a fee.
You'll need: A computer, A PayPal account
Royalties are paid by PayPal (from $50) or check (from $100) within 45 days after month end, and tax forms are needed.
Bug bounty platforms 2
You'll need: A computer
Under 18 needs parental consent, and payouts need a Veriff ID check plus an approved tax form.
You'll need: A computer
A Jumio ID check is required before reporting to managed programs, and payouts need a tax form plus bank transfer or PayPal.
Photography gig platforms 2
You'll need: A camera, A portfolio or work samples, Good English
Needs 2+ years of paid lifestyle photography experience and conversational English, and only about 3% of applicants are accepted.
You'll need: A camera, A portfolio or work samples, Good English
Needs 3+ years of experience, professional gear with backups, very good English, and you must live in the destination you shoot.
Compute sharing platforms 2
You'll need: A computer
Chefs must be at least 18, and the app uses supported computer resources to earn redeemable reward points.
You'll need: A computer
Node needs 500 GB free space, 5 Mbps up and 99.3 percent uptime, and new nodes have 75 percent of earnings held in months 1-3.
Ticket resale platforms 2
Official pages blocked automated reading so eligibility is unverified.
Official seller pages blocked automated reading so eligibility is unverified.
Store builders 2
Sellers must be adults, and receiving payments depends on Stripe or PayPal availability in their country.
Ages 13 to 17 need a parent or guardian, and US-embargoed countries are barred.
Remote job boards 2
No account is needed to browse or apply, many jobs are open worldwide but some employers set location limits, and Premium is an optional paid plan.
Free job board with no account needed, listing only remote roles the site says are open to candidates anywhere in the world.
Task platforms 1
You'll need: A smartphone, A tax ID number
Professionals must be adults with CPF or CNPJ, and purchasing coins is required to unlock client leads.
Shipping gig platforms 1
You'll need: A smartphone, A driver's licence, A car, A motorbike or scooter
Rules are set per city, in Hong Kong you must be 18+ with a local licence and HKID and own or rent a van, truck or motorbike.
Live shopping platforms 1
You'll need: An existing audience, A tax ID number
You need an approved Amazon Influencer storefront, or a Brand Registry seller or approved vendor store. Sponsored-content terms require age 18.
AI training platforms 1
You'll need: A skills test
You apply and take an AI interview. micro1 hires worldwide except a published list of restricted countries.
Affiliate networks 1
Publishers apply for approval and must supply valid payment and tax information before receiving commissions.
Care platforms 1
You must be at least 18. These October 2025 terms say Sittercity does not check identity, unlike an older trust page.
Not available to people in Brazil (145)
Their official pages list the countries they accept, and Brazil isn't one of them right now: Coople, foodora Austria, Bolt, GoStudent, Baemin, Glovo, Angkas, Handy, Angi, Notion Marketplace, Swagbucks, Hipcamp, Wyzant, Outschool, Tutor.com, NoBroker, Tutti, bol, Brainfuse, Grow Therapy, Tutorful, Airtasker, Awign, BiTaksi, LINE MAN, Instacart, Just Eat, Textbroker, Bykea, Jumia, Grab, Mrsool, Shadowfax, Stuart, SweepSouth, Wefunder, Deliveroo, HungerStation, The RealReal, Uklon, 1111 Job Bank, Billo, Course Hero, Gumroad, Insense, Sidekicker, Bark, Batmaid, Belay, Bijlesnetwerk, foodpanda, Gumtree, Kickstarter, Lyft, Talabat, TaskRabbit, Thuisbezorgd, Truck Lagbe, Yassir, DoorDash, Flipkart, Gojek, Mable, Renovero, Swimply, Talkspace, Ticketmaster Resale, Tutor Circle, Urban Company, Zomato, ANYTIMES, Boldly, Daraz, Lazada, Ofri, Varsity Tutors, Vinted, Wonolo, 2dehands, FINN.no, Getir, GoGoX, Indeed Flex, Pathao, Thumbtack, Turo, 104 Job Bank, Anibis, Avito Morocco, JoinBrands, Mad Paws, Medium, Tokopedia, Upaya, Alma, Depop, Kijiji, Ola, Pyszne.pl, Republic, Sajilo Sewa, ShaQ Express, Swiggy, WriterAccess, 2EM, Allegro, Chuffed, Crowd Content, Poshmark, Roadie, Whatnot, Zenjob, Fancy Hands, Grubhub, jobs.at, Neighbor, Roby, Spark Driver, StockX, TCGplayer, Wolt, Amazon Flex, BetterHelp, Faras, Folksy, Getaround, Kiva, MyBuilder, Coupang, GO Japan, Lugg, Mercari, Rover, Veryable, Yoxi, Lawn Love, OfferUp, Vivid Seats, Headway, ShiftSmart, Wag, Walmart Marketplace, GoFundMe, Upshift, Noon.
Frequently 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.