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When is the Deadline to Apply for Unemployment Benefits Under Resolution 116?

Unemployment benefits have been a lifeline for many, and with Resolution 116 in place, it's important to know when the application deadline looms. Many are wondering: "When is the cut-off date for applying for unemployment benefits under Resolution 116?" It's a pressing question, and one that we aim to answer in a clear and concise manner.

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15 July, 2024

Eligible workers as per the criteria set out in Resolution 116 can register to receive unemployment benefits. But what is the deadline for submitting the application? If you don’t know the answer, read on to find out more!

1. Deadline for Receiving Unemployment Benefit Applications

According to a summary by NLD (Người Lao Động) Newspaper, based on Resolution 116/NQ-CP and Decision 28/2021/QĐ-TTg, the deadline for submitting applications for support for eligible employees is as follows:

For Employees Currently Enrolled in Unemployment Insurance

For employees currently enrolled in unemployment insurance, the social insurance agency will send a list of eligible employees to their employers. By November 10, 2021, at the latest, employers must complete the necessary procedures and return the list to the social insurance agency.

For employees currently enrolled in unemployment insurance

Note: For eligible employees currently enrolled in unemployment insurance who have not received support by November 30, 2021, they can complete the procedures themselves. The deadline for receiving applications is December 20, 2021.

For Employees Who Have Stopped Enrolling in Unemployment Insurance

For employees who have stopped enrolling in unemployment insurance due to contract termination, the deadline for receiving support requests is December 20, 2021, at the latest.

For employees who have stopped enrolling in unemployment insurance

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2. Support Levels Based on Unemployment Insurance Contribution History

Support levels based on unemployment insurance contribution history

The level of support is determined based on the employee’s unemployment insurance contribution history, specifically:

Less than 12 months: VND 1,800,000 per person.
12 to less than 60 months: VND 2,100,000 per person.
60 to less than 84 months: VND 2,400,000 per person.
84 to less than 108 months: VND 2,650,000 per person.
108 to less than 132 months: VND 2,900,000 per person.
132 months or more: VND 3,300,000 per person.

This article has answered the question about the deadline for submitting unemployment benefit applications under Resolution 116. We hope you found this information useful. Stay tuned for more articles from us!

Frequently asked questions

The deadline to apply for unemployment benefits under Resolution 116 is within 7 days from the date of becoming unemployed as stated in Article 19 of the resolution.

To be eligible for unemployment benefits, an individual must have participated in unemployment insurance for at least 12 months in the last 24 months before becoming unemployed and must not be entitled to a monthly pension benefit.

The duration of benefit entitlement depends on the time of participation in unemployment insurance. For every 12 months of participation, an individual is entitled to 3 months of benefits. The maximum duration is 12 months.

Yes, to apply for unemployment benefits, individuals need to submit a written request to the social insurance agency, along with relevant documents such as their labor book, citizen identification card, and documents proving their unemployment status.

It’s important to note that Resolution 116 also provides support for vocational training and job search assistance. Additionally, individuals who are entitled to unemployment benefits but have not yet found a job can receive a one-time support amount to start a business or participate in production activities.