Ireland is a high-welfare country, with various social welfare expenditures accounting for approximately one-quarter of recurring government spending. Per capita spending has already surpassed that of the UK, France, and Germany, ranking eleventh in the world. Below is a brief introduction to the employment benefits available in Irish life for immigrants to Ireland!
Vocational Skills Training. Once you become unemployed, you can register with the local National Training and Employment Authority (FÁS). The authority will provide you with employment opportunities based on your personal circumstances and will also offer various vocational skills training services.
Jobseeker's Benefit. If you lose your job and have previously paid social insurance, you are eligible to apply for Jobseeker's Benefit. The amount received includes not only a personal portion but also an allowance for qualified adult dependents. If you have not found a job after the benefit period expires, you may continue to apply for Jobseeker's Allowance. While receiving the allowance, you may still have the right to engage in certain types of work.
Jobseeker's Allowance. If you lose your job and have not previously paid social insurance, you may apply for Jobseeker's Allowance. The amount received includes both a personal portion and an allowance for qualified adult dependents; for a family of three, the maximum allowance can reach 342.6 Euros. If your normal working hours are reduced, you may be eligible to receive Jobseeker's Allowance for the days you are not working.
Citizens of EU member states have the right to enjoy the same social welfare benefits as nationals when working in any EU country.
Occupational Injury Benefit. If you are unable to work due to an accident at work or an illness caused by your occupation, you will be provided with weekly payments. Occupational Injury Benefit is usually paid starting from the 4th day of illness or incapacity for work. It can be paid for up to 26 weeks from the date of the accident or the onset of the illness. If you are still unable to work after 26 weeks, you may be entitled to receive Illness Benefit.