Receiving unemployment benefits is conditional on many factors, which is why you have not only rights but also certain obligations.
Unemployment
Once you know that you will lose your job, register as a job seeker via E-services no later than your first day of unemployment. After that, you can apply for unemployment security from Kela or your unemployment fund.
You can find employment services, like registering as a job seeker, in the 'E-services' section.
As a job seeker, employment services will offer you support right from the start of your job search in meetings that are personal and held regularly.
Read tips on how to search for jobs, and study the instructions at Job Market Finland. Log in and create your own job applicant profile. This will help you get job recommendations that are right for you, and employers can also contact you.
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- Handling official matters and registering as a job seeker
- Handling matters in the employment services
- Tips for finding a job
- How to fill in your job applicant profile
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When you are laid off, there is an interruption in your work and wages. However, your employment relationship remains in place for the duration of your lay-off. Unemployment security can provide you with a livelihood while you are laid off.
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If your employment is being terminated for production or financial reasons, transition security will help support you.
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In the joint service model for multisectoral support to promote employment the employment official, the wellbeing services county, and Kela work together to offer help for your situation. You can receive social and health services, employment services, and rehabilitation services that are suitable for you and that promote your employment.
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