How do I apply for unemployment benefit?

The start of unemployment can initially seem like a setback, but it is also the opportunity for a new future. In this situation, it is not only the support provided by unemployment benefit that helps, but also the knowledge that you can reposition yourself in order to achieve your professional goals.

How exactly do you register as unemployed in order to receive financial support?

In Germany, registering for unemployment is usually done in person at the local employment agency or job centre. Here are the steps in detail:

1. Register as unemployed in person: After you have lost your job or know that you will soon be unemployed, you should immediately register in person at your local employment agency or job centre. There is usually a set deadline that you should adhere to in order not to suffer any financial losses.

2. Making an appointment: In many cases, it is necessary to make an appointment in advance before you register as unemployed. This can be done by telephone or online, depending on the requirements of the respective employment agency or job centre.

3. Bring the required documents: When registering for unemployment in person, you must bring various documents with you, including your identity card or passport, your national insurance number, your bank details and any relevant documents relating to your previous employment, such as your employment contracts and certificates of termination.

4. Applying for unemployment benefit: After registering as unemployed, you will receive an application for unemployment benefit, which you must complete. This application contains information about your personal details, your previous employment and your financial situation. Once you have submitted the application, the employment agency or job centre will check your eligibility and the amount of unemployment benefit you can receive.

5. Further steps: After submitting your application, you will usually be invited to a counselling interview to discuss your professional situation and possible support measures. This also includes information about further training and qualification measures as well as possible placement offers for vacancies.

What are you waiting for?

It's important to go through the entire unemployment application process carefully and follow all the necessary steps to be eligible for financial support. Unemployment can be the perfect starting point to break new ground, especially for those looking to make a lateral move into the tech industry. By registering as a jobseeker, you lay the foundation for potential funding through a "Bildungsgutschein" (education voucher). This gives you the opportunity to get started in one of our boot camps. What are you waiting for?