Unemployment Allowance Application: Steps, Requirements & Details

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Description

What is it?

Unemployment Allowance is a financial assistance provided by the government to individuals who are not currently employed and are actively seeking work.

Who needs it?

Any individual who is not currently employed but is actively seeking work, and fulfils the specific stipulations and conditions set by the government might require to apply for an Unemployment Allowance.

Procedure

  1. Register with the competent employment center in your region.
  2. After the end of your job, make sure to apply for the unemployment benefit within 68 days.
  3. You can apply online through the INPS website or through Contact center Integrated (toll free number 803-164 from landlines).

Required Documents

  • Identification document
  • Tax Code
  • IBAN, bank or post office’s

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Additional details

  • Several types of unemployment benefits are offered based on potential different aspects of the individual’s employment history.
  • You need to have worked and paid contributions for a minimum period to be eligible.
  • The allowance is allotted for a limited duration, depending upon various factors and can be extended under specific conditions.
  • Continual verification of the active search for employment is required during the period of receiving the benefit.
  • Individuals who were previously self-employed or in part-time employment are subject to different regulations and guidelines.
  • The application can be made without any assistance, however, for individuals facing difficulties, various independent service providers are available.

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