In 2023, a group of cultural workers saw how the Government was meeting some of its historic demands: Creating a sector-specific unemployment benefit and making artistic activity eligible for full pension collection.
This is “special unemployment benefit for workers subject to a special employment relationship of artists and those engaged in technical and auxiliary activities”, already approved in Januarynot done However, it is valid until last July 2.
It has since been offered for sale at a maximum price of 600 euros per month, in line with the collection of intellectual property and image rights.
Assistance requirements
With access the benefits The future beneficiary must not be entitled to ordinary contributions; There is a 60-day contribution fee in the arts sector in the immediately preceding 18 months apply for or prove contribution to social shield 180 days as an artist inside previous 6 years Legal status of unemployment.
Aid can be processed via the SEPE electronic office by ticking “Contribution request (registration or resumption)”. Here you need to select the “Special benefit for the artist” option in the “Observations” field. You can also apply in person to the SEPE office by making an appointment. Another option is to make a request over the phone by calling 060.
Amount and duration of this aid 480 Euros per month (80% of IPREM) For 4 months, the beneficiary will be entitled to 100% of the monthly IPREM only if the contribution in the last 60 days is more than 60 euros per day: 600 euros per month.