The Brazilian Pension Funds Authority has issued Ordinance PREVIC 1214/25 updating the certificates it accepts for the qualification of professionals in positions and functions at closed pension entities (EFPC). The ordinance takes effect on 1 January 2026 and revokes the previous framework set by Ordinance 1044/23. Under the update, ANBIMA-issued CPA-20 and CEA certifications remain valid for PREVIC qualification purposes only through a transition period ending on 31 December 2026, after which they will no longer be accepted because the certificates will cease to exist. The annex to the ordinance details the eligible certifying institutions and accepted certificates by EFPC role, including pathways based on professional experience and traditional exam-based certification.
Brazilian Pension Funds Authority (PREVIC) 2025-12-26
Brazilian Pension Funds Authority updates accepted professional certification rules for closed pension entities and limits ANBIMA CPA-20 and CEA validity to 31 December 2026
The Brazilian Pension Funds Authority (PREVIC) has issued Ordinance PREVIC 1214/25, updating the certification requirements for professionals at closed pension entities (EFPC), effective 1 January 2026. ANBIMA-issued CPA-20 and CEA certifications will be valid only until 31 December 2026, after which they will be discontinued. The ordinance includes an annex listing eligible certifying institutions and accepted certificates by EFPC role.