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How to apply for unemployment benefit (jobseeker’s allowance) in A Coruña (2026)

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Cost

Free

Free. The benefit is between 60-70% of your base salary.

Time at office

0 minutes (online) / 30 min (in person)

Estimated time

15-30 days for resolution and first payment

Quick summary

Complete guide on applying for the contributory unemployment benefit (jobseeker’s allowance) in A Coruña, Galicia. Timelines, requirements, amount and how to do it online at SEPE in 2026.

Required documents

  • Valid DNI or NIE

    Valid identity document.

  • Employer certificate

    Document issued by the company at the end of your employment relationship. The company will provide it automatically, but if you don’t receive it, SEPE can request it from them.

  • Bank details (IBAN)

    Bank account in your name for the benefit payment.

  • Jobseeker registration card (DARDE)

    You must be registered as a job seeker at your regional employment service before or during the application process.

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    Updated work history Optional

    Not always required (SEPE may check it directly), but recommended to verify your contribution days.

    ⚠️ Recommended for verifying contribution days

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Step by step

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    Register as a job seeker at the Galician employment service

    Go to official site

    First, register as a job seeker in the public employment service of Galicia. You can do it online in most autonomous communities. This registration generates the DARDE card that you need to apply for unemployment benefit.

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    Expert tip

    "Register on the same day you stop working or within a few days. The first day of lost contribution is money you won’t receive."

  • 2

    Apply for unemployment benefit at SEPE (online recommended)

    Go to official site

    You have 15 working days from the end of your employment to apply without losing a day. Do it online on the SEPE website, by phone (900 818 018, free), or in your local SEPE office.

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    Expert tip

    "The online process is the fastest. Identify with Cl@ve PIN (free) or digital certificate."

  • 3

    Attach the employer certificate

    SEPE needs this to calculate your base salary. If you don’t have it, SEPE will request it from the company directly. Don’t wait — apply for unemployment benefit even if you don’t have the certificate yet.

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    Expert tip

    "Make sure the employer certificate correctly reflects the reason for termination (layoff, end of contract, voluntary resignation...). The reason affects your right to receive the unemployment benefit."

  • 4

    Renew jobseeker registration monthly

    Go to official site

    Once you get the benefit, you must renew your jobseeker registration (DARDE) monthly online or at your local SEPE office. Failure to do so may result in a suspension of the benefit.

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    Expert tip

    "Enable reminders in the SEPE app to avoid missing monthly renewal. The exact date depends on when you registered as a job seeker."

Offices and service points - Coruna

SEPE Office — Galicia

Find your nearest office using the SEPE locator: sepe.es/oficinas

900 818 018
Free hotline: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 14:00. Check local office hours on the SEPE website.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to apply for unemployment benefit?
You have 15 working days from the end of your employment. If you miss this deadline, you will lose the days that have passed. For example, if you wait 10 working days to apply, you will lose 10 days of benefit.
How much money does unemployment benefit give in 2026?
For the first 180 days, you receive 70% of your base salary. After day 181, it’s 60%. The base salary is calculated based on the average of the last 180 days worked. There are minimum and maximum amounts.
How many days of unemployment benefit can I be entitled to?
It depends on your contribution days in the past six years. With 360 contribution days, you are entitled to 120 days of unemployment benefit. The maximum is 720 days (two years) if you have contributed for 2,160 days or more.
Can I receive unemployment benefit if I left my job voluntarily?
In general, no. Voluntary resignation does not qualify you for the contributory unemployment benefit. You might be eligible for a non-contributory unemployment allowance in some specific cases (domestic violence, illness, caring for a family member). Consult SEPE about your specific situation.
Can I work while receiving unemployment benefit?
Yes, but there are conditions. You can combine the benefit with part-time employment (the payment is reduced proportionally). You can also use it to become self-employed. If you do full-time work without informing SEPE, your benefit will be withdrawn and you might have to repay it.

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Official sources and useful links

This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check the official source for current information.