In 2025, I'd like to share with you three things unemployment benefit recipients may be unaware of or overlooking. I'm writing this based on my own experience with mistakes I've made while trying to receive unemployment benefits, so I hope it'll be helpful to those who are legitimately receiving benefits.
1. Precautions when receiving unemployment benefits
Unemployment benefits are a system that provides stable livelihoods for a certain period of time to unemployed individuals who diligently seek employment. However, if you are negligent or violate regulations while receiving benefits, Disadvantages such as suspension of unemployment benefits or restrictions on eligibility for benefitsYou can receive it.
In reality, such cases occur quite often, so please be sure to familiarize yourself with accurate information and be careful.
2. 3 things you should never do
1. Submission of false job search evidence
Submitting false supporting documents without actually seeking employment is clearly an act of unfair benefit receipt.
For example, falsifying documents to make it look like you are applying to a non-existent company or using a job posting that has already closed. If detected, supply will be suspended and refunded.is accomplished.
2. Unauthorized overseas travel
If you are traveling abroad while receiving unemployment benefits, you must report to the employment center in advance and receive approval.
In case of unauthorized departure from the center without prior approval, No salary will be paid during the period of departure and all emergency medical eligibility will be revoked.may occur.
3. Failure to report work activities
If you engage in any form of work, such as short-term part-time work or freelance work, during the benefit period, you must report it to the employment center.
This If you receive income without reporting it, it will be considered as fraudulent receipt and you will be subject to recovery of benefits and additional sanctions.You can receive it. (I also reported it after doing a small part-time job, but there was no major disadvantage. Even if you have no choice but to do it, you must report it.)
3. Real-life examples of fraudulent benefits
- He claimed to have searched for a job online and submitted false email application details, but the employment center's investigation confirmed that the company in question did not exist. Disqualification from receiving benefitsIf possible.
- After returning from a two-week overseas trip for a family trip, I did not report it to the employment center, and upon checking my immigration records, I was found to have left the country without permission. Salary for the period in question will be recovered being.
- While receiving unemployment benefits, I earned income from freelancing but failed to report it. A comparison with National Tax Service data confirmed that I had earned unreported income. Recover all benefits already paid along with complete disqualification from receiving benefits There are cases where this happens.
4. Major Changes to Unemployment Benefits Regulations in 2025
As a reflection of the problem of illegal receipt of benefits that has been steadily increasing The following changes will apply to unemployment benefits from 2025:Yes, please make sure to check and make sure there are no problems receiving unemployment benefits.
- Strengthening the criteria for recognizing job search activities
- For online applications, submission of supporting documents to support your actual application is mandatory.
- Simplifying overseas departure reporting procedures
- The introduction of an online departure notification system has made pre-departure notification easier.
- Strengthening the obligation to report work activities
- When generating any form of income, reporting obligations have been strengthened, and sanctions for non-reporting have been strengthened.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What activities can be recognized as job search activities?
A. Job search activities such as applying for a job through Worknet, submitting email responses to job postings, and attending interviews are recognized as job search activities. However, supporting documentation for each activity is required.
Q. What procedures should I follow when leaving the country?
A. You must report to the Employment Center and receive approval before departure. You can conveniently report through the online reporting system.
Q. Do I also need to report short-term part-time jobs?
A. That's right. All forms of work are reportable, and you must report the work itself, regardless of whether it generates income.
6. Download and reference links for related materials
- 2025 Unemployment Benefit Recipient Guidebook (PDF)
- Ministry of Employment and Labor official website
- Worknet Job Search Activity Proof Guide
