with the number printed on the receipt, it is possible to check on the status of the application via this link.

in order to check on the process, first an access code must be requested using a cpf via this link, that is then used on this page. 

if the request for a cnpj shows as successful, on the same page a documento called Documento Básico de Entrada ou Protocolo de Transmissão - dbe, can be printed on paper.