Unemployed individuals aged 52 and over can access assistance through SEPE. Yes, this is a benefit that can extend for an indefinite period, provided certain conditions are met. For those who have reached 52 and encounter difficulties re-entering the job market, this support offers a steady lifeline during their unemployment phase, helping to ease day-to-day living while they pursue new opportunities.
Under the State Employment Public Service framework, eligible adults can receive a monthly allowance that approaches 500 euros. This support can continue for as long as the required criteria remain satisfied. To keep the benefit long term, the recipient must complete a fundamental administrative step each year: filing the Annual Income Statement. It is important to note that this is not the same as filing the Income Tax return with the Treasury.
Good news for unemployed people over the age of 52 who collect their benefits: These are the benefits you can receive.
This financial aid is distinct from retirement contributions and pension plans; as a result, only those who have contributed as required qualify for this particular support. In other words, it is linked to a contributor status that ensures eligibility for this specific form of unemployment assistance.
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What you need to get it
The process starts with registering as a job seeker and encompasses several steps designed to verify ongoing eligibility. The recipient must exhaust the maximum unemployment duration for which they are entitled, commit to an active engagement plan, and demonstrate a minimum contribution period. Additionally, earnings must stay below 75% of the interprofessional minimum wage to qualify for the allowance.
The monthly amount granted to those aged 52 and older is calculated as 80% of the Public Indicator for Multiple Effect Revenue (IPREM). This figure represents the standard monthly payment received by eligible beneficiaries, which currently amounts to about 480 euros per month.