Processing Unemployment Benefit in ANSES: What You Need to Know

In Argentina, there is a support network dedicated to those workers who have lost their jobs involuntarily. Below, we present the details on how to process unemployment benefits at ANSES.

Who can apply?

It is intended for those who have worked under the Employment Contract Law No. 24,013 and have been dismissed without just cause, at the end of a contract or due to situations external to the employee.

Benefits of the Service:

• Collection of family allowances.
• Continuation of affiliation with your previous health insurance.
• The time receiving this benefit counts as seniority for retirement purposes.

Requirements to apply:

1. DNI (original and copy).
2. Documents verifying unemployment (originals and copies). This may include termination notices, bankruptcy judgments, expired contracts, among others, depending on the previous employment situation.

Steps to process it:

1. Preparation: Make sure you have all the necessary documentation.
2. In-person procedure: Request an appointment at ANSES and bring your documents.
3. Online Procedure: Log in to Virtual Assistance with your CUIL and Social Security Code and follow the steps indicated.

Important Considerations:

• The procedure is personal and must be completed within 90 business days after termination of employment.
• If you are late with your application, you will be deducted one day of benefits for each business day that passes after the deadline.
• If you already receive the benefit, check your payment receipt regularly and pay attention to the Ministry of Labor's summons. Don't miss out!
• If you find a new job while receiving unemployment, notify and stop collecting benefits within 5 days of starting your new position.

Cost of the procedure: Totally free!

Losing a job can be a hard blow, but with ANSES Unemployment Benefits, you have a support network that will help you get through this period with greater confidence. Get informed and take advantage of this benefit!