The purpose of the Helsinki benefit is to support the employment of unemployed Helsinki residents. The benefit is granted to private and third-sector employers for covering hiring expenses. The benefit can be granted for the hiring of an unemployed Helsinki resident who has been granted a pay subsidy, an employment subsidy for ages 55 and above or the Helsinki benefit card.
The maximum amount of the Helsinki benefit is EUR 800 per month. The sum is affected by the employer's hiring expenses and any other support paid for them, such as a pay subsidy or training compensation. The benefit may be granted for a maximum period of 12 months. In the case of an apprenticeship, the benefit can be granted for the entire duration of the apprenticeship period.
Applying for the Helsinki benefit
You can apply for the Helsinki benefit via the online Helsinki benefit service or by submitting the application form with the required attachments.
How the process works
1. Hire an unemployed Helsinki resident.
2. Make sure that the conditions for granting the Helsinki benefit are met.
3. Submit your Helsinki benefit application. You can apply for the Helsinki benefit via the online Helsinki benefit service or using the application form. Be sure to attach the necessary attachments to the application.
4. You will be informed of the decision by letter.
5. The City pays the Helsinki benefit to the employer.
6. Report any changes in the employment relationship.
Processing time
About four weeks
Additional information
You can apply for the Helsinki benefit via the online Helsinki benefit service or by submitting the application form with the required attachments.
Submit a completed application with attachments:
Electronically using the service's https://securemail.hel.fi/kuntalaiset(Link leads to external service) secure connection to helsinkilisa@hel.fi(Link opens default mail program) .
By post to Economic Development Department/Helsinki Employment Services Helsinki benefit
PO Box 70
00099 Helsingin kaupunki