Obtaining JSA

funkey_monkey

Hi,

I've been made redundant am am looking to go onto the dole until I get work. I did receive a payoff from work and I intend to take some time off for a holiday (2 weeks) in order to destress.

From checking with the SSA, I am eligible for the Non Means Tested JSA. However, the literature states that you must be available for and actively seeking work. I am applying for work and awaiting interviews.

Does this mean I cannot apply for JSA until I return from holiday?
Can I at least register in order to get my stamps paid for?

Thanks.

Torry_Quine

To get JSA you have to be in this country and actively seeking work so if you are abroad then you can't get any including your NI contributions.

Mrs_Mac_1

I would register and apply immediately you have left your work. It will take the civil servants a good wee while to process your claim and how will they know you are on holiday ? You have earned your entitlement to benefit through your previous work. Not your fault you have been made redundant. Good luck with the job-hunting!

Cherryscone

You usually have to make an appointment and it could take 4 weeks if I remember right when I had to sign on I didnt get paid for the 1st 3 weeks as I had Holiday pay .