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Apply for other benefits before you apply for social assistance
The basic amount (perusosa) of your social assistance can be reduced by 50% from 1 February 2026 onwards if you do not look for full-time jobs and apply for the other benefits that you have the right to after Kela has asked you to do so.
Subscribe to Kela’s newsletter – important information if you are unemployed
The March newsletter will be published soon. It includes important information about upcoming changes to benefits for unemployed people and helpful tips.
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Are there changes in your circumstances?
Moving
When you move to a new home or the size of your family changes, you need to have many of your benefits reviewed.
Kela benefits for young people
There are many benefits available from Kela for young people who are starting an independent life and have a low income.
Marriage or cohabitation
Have your benefits reviewed if you move in with your partner or get married.
How separation affects your benefits
Have your benefits reviewed if you and your partner separate.