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Providing security for changes in working life

Unemployment insurance contributions

Unemployment insurance contributions paid jointly by employers and employees enable, among other things, the unemployment security and benefits paid during periods of unemployment or layoff, as well as the pension accrual generated during periods on earnings-related unemployment allowance.

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Employment Fund provides security during changes in working life: We support the promotion of employment by financing unemployment security, the pension accrual generated during periods on earnings‑related unemployment allowance, the transition security for people aged 55 and over, as well as wage guarantee.

Statistics on our operations

The operations of Employment Fund are founded on efficiency, customer oriented practices and solid financial expertise. Information is available in Finnish.
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Adult education benefits

Adult education allowance and scholarship for qualified employees have been discontinued. The last payments could be applied for until 31 March 2026.

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Composition of Employment Fund’s Supervisory Board for the 2027–2029 term

News 12.11.2026 15.30

Finnish Government appointed Employment Fund’s Supervisory Board

Billing of unemployment insurance contributions for the third quarter completed

News 20.10.2026 09.00

We have sent employers invoices for unemployment insurance contributions for the third quarter of 2026.

Billing of unemployment insurance contributions for the period 1 July to 30 September is underway

News 7.10.2026 10.30

The billing of unemployment insurance contributions for the third quarter of 2026 has started.