The May Day cause changes to the unemployment fund’s service hours and benefit payment dates.
Telephone service and eService chat
On Thursday 30 April, we serve as usual otherwise, but the eService chat and the telephone line for authorities will close at 14:00. On Friday 1 May, customer service is closed.
eService
The eService is available as usual, so you can submit applications and send messages on all days.
Please note that messages are answered only on weekdays.
Payment dates around May Day
Around May Day, payment dates differ from normal as follows:
Payment date Funds in account
30 April 2026 4 May 2026