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How to apply for unemployment benefit (2026) in Vigo, Galicia (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 how to apply for the contributory unemployment benefit (unemployment) in Vigo, Galicia. Timeframes, requirements, amount and how to do it online via SEPE in 2026.

Required documents

  • Valid DNI or NIE

    Valid identification document.

  • Employer’s termination certificate

    Document issued by the employer upon termination of employment. It is automatically provided by the company, but if not received, SEPE can request it.

  • Bank account details (IBAN)

    Bank account in the name of the applicant for benefit payments.

  • Job seeker's registration certificate (DARDE)

    You must be registered as a job seeker with your autonomous community’s employment service before or during the application process.

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    Current work history Optional

    Not always required (SEPE can check directly), but recommended for verifying the number of contribution days.

    ⚠️ Recommended to verify the contribution days

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Step by step

  • 1

    Register as a job seeker with your autonomous community’s employment service

    Go to official site

    First, register as a job seeker in Galicia's public employment service. You can do this online or at most communities' sites. This registration generates the DARDE card you need to apply for unemployment benefit.

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    Expert tip

    "Register on the same day as leaving your job or in the following days. The first lost contribution day means money not claimed."

  • 2

    Apply for unemployment benefit online (recommended)

    Go to official site

    You have 15 working days from the end of employment to apply without losing any time. Do it online via SEPE's electronic portal, by phone (900 818 018, free), or at your local SEPE office.

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    Expert tip

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

  • 3

    Submit the employer’s termination certificate

    SEPE needs this certificate to calculate your base salary. If the company has not given it to you, SEPE will request it directly. Submit even without having it yet.

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    Expert tip

    "Check that the employer's termination certificate correctly reflects the reason for termination (layoff, contract end, voluntary resignation). The reason affects whether you qualify for unemployment benefit."

  • 4

    Renew job seeker’s registration monthly

    Go to official site

    Once approved, you must renew your job seeker's registration (DARDE) monthly online or at the SEPE office. Failure to do so can result in suspension of benefits.

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    Expert tip

    "Set reminders in the SEPE app for monthly registration renewals. The exact date depends on when you registered as a job seeker."

Offices and service points - Vigo

SEPE Office — Galicia

Locate your nearest office using the SEPE’s office finder: sepe.es/oficinas

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

Frequently asked questions

How much time do I have to apply for unemployment benefit?
You have 15 working days from the end of employment. If you miss this deadline, you will lose any lost contribution days. For example, if you wait 10 working days before applying, you would lose 10 days of benefits.
How much money does the unemployment benefit pay in 2026?
For the first 180 days, you receive 70% of your base salary. After day 181, it is 60%. The base salary is calculated on an average of the last 180 working days’ contribution bases. There are minimum and maximum amounts.
How many unemployment benefit days am I entitled to?
It depends on your contribution days in the last six years. With 360 contribution days, you are entitled to 120 benefit days. The maximum is 720 days (two years) if you have contributed for 2,160 days or more.
Can I claim unemployment benefit if I left voluntarily?
Generally no. Voluntary departure does not qualify for the contributory unemployment benefit. You might be eligible for a social support in some special cases (domestic violence, illness, family care). Check your specific situation with SEPE.
Can I work while receiving unemployment benefit?
Yes, but there are conditions. You can combine part-time work and the benefit; it is reduced proportionally. You can also convert the benefit into self-employment capitalization. If you work full time without notifying 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.