What did Brazil's Chamber of Deputies approve?

Brazil's lower house of Congress approved a bill on Thursday, August 13, 2026, that creates a regulatory framework for airline loyalty programs. The proposal makes it easier to trade miles between users and introduces the possibility of converting accumulated points into cash.

What does the new framework change for loyalty program members?

Until now, airline miles programs in Brazil operated without a dedicated legal structure, leaving consumers with limited rights when it came to transferring or cashing out their points. The approved bill addresses both issues: it formally allows the commercialization of miles — meaning members could buy and sell them more freely — and opens the door to direct cash conversion of accumulated points.

What happens next before it becomes law?

The bill still needs to clear the Senate before it can be signed into law. Until senators vote and approve the text, the new rules will not take effect. The timeline for the Senate vote has not yet been announced.

Why does this matter for e-commerce and frequent travelers?

For frequent flyers, online shoppers who earn miles through credit-card spending, and e-commerce platforms that partner with loyalty programs, this legislation could significantly change how points are valued and used. The ability to convert miles to cash would give consumers a new layer of flexibility — and potentially increase competition among loyalty schemes.

Key Facts:
  • Brazil's Chamber of Deputies approved the bill on August 13, 2026.
  • The bill creates a regulatory framework for airline miles programs.
  • It allows easier commercialization (buying and selling) of miles.
  • It introduces the possibility of converting points into cash.
  • The bill must still be approved by the Senate to become law.