compulsory payment
[/kəmˈpʌlsəri ˈpeɪmənt/]
nounpl: compulsory payments
pagamento obrigatório
1. A payment that is required by law or regulation and cannot be avoided or refused
Tax is a compulsory payment that all citizens must make to the government.
O imposto é um pagamento obrigatório que todos os cidadãos devem fazer ao governo.
2. A mandatory financial contribution imposed by contract, statute, or authority
Vehicle insurance is a compulsory payment for all registered drivers.
O seguro veicular é um pagamento obrigatório para todos os motoristas registrados.
3. A forced financial obligation with legal consequences for non-compliance
Membership dues are a compulsory payment for union members.
As mensalidades sindicais são um pagamento obrigatório para os membros do sindicato.
In Brazil, compulsory payments are deeply embedded in the tax system and labor relations. Examples include INSS (national social security), FGTS (severance fund), and union dues. In the USA, compulsory payments are enforced through the IRS for taxes and state/local authorities for various fees. Non-compliance can result in penalties, legal action, or wage garnishment in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
compulsory payment by law
subject to compulsory payment
face compulsory payment
enforce compulsory payment
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