1. What is Unemployment Benefit? Who Can Benefit From It?
Unemployment benefit is a benefit given to employees to meet their financial needs for a certain period of time when they are unemployed. There are certain conditions to benefit from this benefit:,
Insured Condition: In order to receive unemployment benefit, at least 600 days of unemployment insurance premium must have been paid in the last 3 years.
Unemployment Against Your Own Will: If you leave your job voluntarily, you will not be entitled to unemployment benefit. However, you can receive this benefit in case of dismissal by the employer.
Application to İŞKUR: Application must be made to the Turkish Employment Agency (İŞKUR) within 30 days after being dismissed. In case of delay, the period of payment of the benefit may be shortened.
Example:
Ahmet Bey was dismissed from his job due to the economic crisis after working in a factory for 4 years. Ahmet Bey, who worked with insurance for 900 days in the last 3 years, is entitled to receive unemployment benefit.
2. Unemployment Benefit Duration and Amount
The duration and amount of unemployment benefit vary depending on the person’s insurance premium days:
Those with 600 days of premium payment: can receive 6 months of unemployment benefit.
Those with 900 days of premium payment: can receive 8 months of unemployment benefit.
Those with 1080 days of premium payment: can receive 10 months of unemployment benefit.
The amount of the benefit is calculated as 40% of the gross earning average of the last 4 months, but cannot exceed 80% of the gross amount of the minimum wage.
Example:
Ayşe Hanım earned an average gross income of 10,000 TL in the last 4 months. The unemployment benefit is calculated on the basis of 40% of this amount and Ayşe Hanım is paid a monthly unemployment benefit of 4,000 TL.
3. What is Job Search Allowance?
Job search allowance is a support provided to unemployed individuals to assist them in their job search process. This allowance is given to people who participate in active labor force programs provided by İŞKUR, in addition to unemployment benefits.
İŞKUR Registration Requirement: In order to receive job search allowance, it is necessary to register with İŞKUR and participate in vocational training and on-the-job training programs offered by the institution.
Participation in Training: People who continue the program can receive a certain amount of allowance per day during the course.
Example:
Mr. Murat participated in the vocational training program offered by İŞKUR after being laid off. He is provided with a job search allowance of 100 TL per day during the training.
4. Things to Consider When Receiving Unemployment Benefit
There are certain issues to consider when receiving unemployment benefits:
Contact with İŞKUR: It is mandatory to attend job interviews recommended to you by İŞKUR. If you do not attend, your unemployment benefit may be cut off.
Being a Registered Job Seeker: You must keep your registration with İŞKUR up to date. Otherwise, your salary may be stopped.
Social Security Rights: Your general health insurance continues during the period you receive unemployment benefits, so you can benefit from health services.
Example:
Fatma Hanım was directed to a job interview at a company by İŞKUR while receiving unemployment benefits. If she does not attend the interview, she may lose her right to unemployment benefits.
5. How Does Unemployment Benefit End?
Unemployment benefits end in certain situations:
Starting a new job.
Starting to receive retirement benefits.
Rejection of job offers made by İŞKUR.
Completion of unemployment benefit period.
Conclusion: Know Your Rights During Unemployment!
Unemployment benefits and job search allowances are important social aids for you to continue your life during your unemployment period. Knowing your rights and managing the process correctly will help you get through this difficult period more comfortably. Do not forget to register with İŞKUR and make the necessary applications on time.
