Discover How to Redeem R$ 7 Billion Forgotten at the Central Bank

Find out how to check if you have lost funds at the Central Bank and learn how to recover these forgotten resources.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you have any money left behind in banks, financial institutions or cooperatives, we have good news for you. At the end of August 2023, the Central Bank announced that there is a whopping R$7.41 billion available for withdrawal from the System of Receivables (SVR). However, to date, only R$4.87 billion has been claimed. This article will guide you step by step on how to check if you have any missing funds and how to claim them.

What are Lost Values at the Central Bank?

Lost Values refers to money that has been forgotten or left by consumers in different financial institutions, including banks, cooperatives and others. The Central Bank of Brazil is responsible for tracking these amounts and making them available to the rightful owners.

By the end of August 2023, the amount of Lost Values at the Central Bank reached the impressive mark of R$7.41 billion, as disclosed by the Central Bank itself. These values are available to be redeemed by their rightful owners.

Who is entitled to these lost amounts?

The good news is that many people are entitled to these lost amounts. According to the System of Receivables (SVR), more than 16 million requests for receipt have already been made. However, a large number of Brazilians still do not realize that they may have forgotten amounts waiting to be recovered.

SVR statistics show that 63% of Brazilians have up to R$ 10 forgotten, while 25% have between R$ 10.01 and R$ 100 forgotten. Furthermore, 10% have values between R$ 100.01 and R$ 1,000 forgotten, and 1% have more than R$ 1,000 forgotten.

How to Check and Recover Your Lost Values

The good news is that checking if you have lost funds and recovering them is a relatively simple process. All you need to do is follow a few steps:

1. Access the Receivables System (SVR) of the Central Bank using your platform login and password Gov.br
2. After logging in, you will be able to check if there is any money left in your name.
3. If you find lost funds in your name, you can request a refund directly through the Gov.br platform.

New features in the Accounts Receivable System

The Central Bank has implemented improvements to the Receivables System to make the consultation and redemption process easier and more efficient. Some of the new features include:

• Printing screens and request protocols for sharing on WhatsApp.
• A virtual waiting room, which allows all users to make an appointment on the same day.

These improvements aim to make it easier for account holders to access lost amounts and speed up the recovery process.

Scam Alert

It is important to note that the Central Bank advises account holders to be careful of scams. All services offered by the Amounts Receivable System are completely free. The bank does not send links or contact anyone to discuss amounts receivable or to confirm personal data.

Please remember that only the financial institution listed in the Amounts Receivable System query can contact you. Therefore, be careful and do not provide passwords to anyone, as the Central Bank does not make such requests.

Conclusion

In short, if you've ever wondered whether you have money left behind at a financial institution, it's time to check the Central Bank's Receivables System. With over R$1.4 billion available for withdrawal and a series of improvements implemented, it's the perfect opportunity to get back what's rightfully yours.

Remember to follow the simple steps to check and recover your lost funds and be aware of possible scams, always checking the authenticity of the information. This way, you may be closer than you think to recovering forgotten funds that can make a difference in your financial life. Don't miss this opportunity!

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