Court Fees Calculator (Brazil)

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calculate TJSP court fees 2026 claim value

TJSP court fees 2026, calculation by claim value

TJSP fees are calculated in UFESP (São Paulo State Fiscal Unit). In 2026, 1 UFESP = BRL 38.42. The initial judicial fee is 1.5% of the claim value (Law 17.785/2023), with a floor of 5 UFESP and a ceiling of 3,000 UFESP.

How TJSP court fees are calculated

Initial fees (filing): 1.5% of the claim value (Law 17.785/2023), subject to a floor of 5 UFESP and a ceiling of 3,000 UFESP. Final fees: supplement at judgment, on the same value.
Legal aid (CPC art. 99) exempts from payment. Government entities do not pay TJSP fees (Law 11.608/2003 SP art. 6).

Examples

Debt collection BRL 20,000

Input: Valor da causa: R$ 20.000, TJSP
Expected output: Custas iniciais: R$ 300,00 (1,5% de R$ 20.000)

Use the calculator to check the floor and ceiling with the 2026 UFESP.

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Expected output: interpreted with limits and next steps

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Full tool FAQ

What are court fees (custas processuais)?

A tax charged by the state for providing judicial services. Distinct from expert fees, postage costs, and attorney fees.

When does legal aid exemption apply?

Are labor court fees different for claimants?

Is there a minimum fee?

Does the losing party pay the winner's fees?

Does this calculator cover all states?

How do the floor and ceiling affect the final amount?

Do court fees change every year?

Frequently asked questions

What is the UFESP in 2026?

BRL 38.42, set by the São Paulo State Treasury (Sefaz-SP) in December 2025, in force throughout 2026.

Does this page replace official or professional review?

No. It helps explain the scenario and use the tool more safely, but real decisions should consider official sources, full context and qualified guidance when needed.

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