Properly filled out application speeds up your application process
A-kassa aims to process applications efficiently and pay out your benefits as quickly as possible. When you fill out your application carefully and make sure to add all required attachments, your application is processed swiftly. Here are some tips to make your application process as smooth as possible: 1. Fill out your application carefully […]
How to Access A-kassa’s Job Placement Service?
Who is the service for? A-kassa offers for its members a job placement service in collaboration with Barona. The service includes a tailored application channel where one application can be used to apply for multiple positions that match your interests. Barona’s recruiters review carefully each application and assess your potential and suitability for various industries […]
Decline in number of earnings-related allowance recipients tapering off
The number of earnings-related allowance recipients at A-kassa has been on a clear downward trajectory in early 2025. From January to March, the number of recipients stood significantly below corresponding 2024 figures. A total of 32,876 members received earnings-related allowance in January, 30,983 in February and 30,668 in March. The number of recipients has remained […]
Under 25 years old: remember to apply for studies
The call for post-secondary education applications for spring is now open. To receive unemployment benefit, a young person under the age of 25 must apply for at least two study places for studies starting the next fall, if she/he does not have the necessary education. The conditions for receiving daily allowance for those under the […]
Choose the eService chat – the quickest way to get a response
You can find a quick answer to many questions on A-kassa’s website or at the eService. This article is a compilation of frequently asked questions and tips that guarantee a smooth service experience. Processing time updates We update the processing status of applications on our website every weekday. You can check the up-to-date processing […]
Our new webinar series helps with your job search and professional development!
We have designed a series of webinars focused on helping you with the most important stages of your job search. The webinars provide valuable information on job search, career advancement and unemployment security across various industries. You also get practical tips and expert opinions which help you find a job and support your professional development. […]
Unemployment taking a downward turn – number of recipients of earnings-related allowance decreased at the turn of the year
The number of A-kassa’s earnings-related allowance recipients decreased in December-January, indicating a gradually improving employment situation. During this period, 36,925 members received earnings-related allowance from A-kassa, down 5.4% from a year ago. While the recipient numbers were still going up in November, they took a downward turn in December. In January, the share of […]
Right to earnings-related allowance during a strike
If you are on strike During a strike, you may apply for possible strike pay from your trade union. In some cases, the unemployment fund may also pay unemployment benefits during a strike. For more information, please see the below links. Industrial Union | The Finnish Construction Trade Union | The Finnish Transport Workers’ Union […]
Review your tax card – ensure your benefits are taxed correctly!
Starting January 2025, withholding rate for benefits is determined automatically based on the tax card that comes into force on January 1, 2025. The income ceiling specified in the tax card is calculated for the full year, and the ceiling is valid from the beginning of the year. The unemployment fund generally receives new […]
Third largest unemployment fund in Finland grows further – A-kassa welcomes 12,500 new members
Having completed another merger at the turn of the year, Open Unemployment Fund A-kassa continues to grow. With the approximately 12,500 members of the Paper Workers’ Unemployment Fund transferred over to A-kassa, it now has over 250,000 members. A-kassa retains its position as the third largest unemployment fund in Finland. A-kassa is a multi-trade […]
Schedule changes and other changes at the turn of the year
The Paper Workers’ Unemployment Fund will merge with A-kassa on 1 January 2025. This will cause a break in benefit payments and an eService outage at the turn of the year to allow for system updates. It will also lead to temporary changes in benefit payment schedules and service hours. eServices unavailable from 20 […]
Supplementary amount removed at the start of 2025
The Parliament has approved a legislative amendment that removes the supplementary amount of earnings-related allowance. The increase could have been paid if the unemployed person participated in a service promoting employment. The change affects approximately one tenth of earnings-related allowance recipients. Payment of supplementary amounts for the period of employment promotion services will cease […]
The number of A-kassa members to exceed 250,000 – Paper Workers’ Unemployment Fund joins the fold
Currently the third largest unemployment fund in Finland, Open Unemployment Fund A-kassa will have more than 250,000 members at the turn of the year. This significant increase is due to the approximately 12,500 members of the Paper Workers’ Unemployment Fund merging into A-kassa in January 2025. A-kassa reinforces its status as third largest unemployment […]
Unemployed at the turn of the year? Register as a jobseeker by Dec 29, 2024
This year, the last day for registering as an unemployed jobseeker is Sunday, Dec 29, 2024. Please note that E-services at Job Market Finland where registration takes place are down for maintenance at the turn of the year as employment services information systems are updated. The service shuts down on Monday, Dec 30, 2024, at […]
Unemployment on the rise at the onset of winter: number of earnings-related allowance recipients increased in November
At A-kassa, the number of earnings-related allowance recipients increased by 16% from October to November. The upwards trend in unemployment that began in October continues, and the share of laid-off persons among the recipients is also clearly on the rise. Number of earnings-related allowance recipients up in November In November, 25,945 members received earnings-related […]
TE Services transfer to municipalities on January 1, 2025
Employment and Economic Development Offices, i.e. TE Offices, will be discontinued at the beginning of 2025. In the future, services for the unemployed and jobseekers will be provided by their own municipality or by an employment area formed by multiple municipalities. Employment services will become part of every municipality’s basic services. When becoming unemployed, […]
For what period should I apply for daily allowance?
Our customer service often answers questions regarding the schedule of applying for earnings-related allowance, i.e. when first-time and follow-up applications should be submitted. The various time attributes may seem confusing, unclear and difficult to remember. To help, we have compiled the most important time attributes to make submitting applications easier. Applications are submitted after […]
Open Unemployment Fund’s membership fee remains unchanged
The Open Unemployment Fund’s (A-kassa) membership fee will stay at 8 euros per month in 2025. This means that there will be no changes to the amount of the fee. The Financial Supervisory Authority approved the proposal of the Open Unemployment Fund’s board of directors that the membership fee will be 8 euros a […]
Did you remember to check the income ceiling stated in your tax card?
If you surpass your income ceiling late in the year, any benefit paid out by an unemployment fund is taxed with the higher additional rate instead of your standard tax rate. You can check your income ceiling at the Tax Administration’s MyTax service (by clicking on the link, you are transferred to the Tax Administration’s […]
How to use online services securely
Information security has been a hot topic in the media recently, with a number of data leaks and various phishing attempts coming to light. The incidents have affected many individuals and raised concerns on how safe it is to use services online. A-kassa is well aware of the existing information security risks and does its […]
