Advice and guidance to jobseekers
As a registered job seeker, you are entitled to advice and guidance to find and apply for jobs that match your skills.
This service is available from 1 January 2025.
You will receive job search counselling and guidance when you register as a jobseeker in the employment services of your region. As a jobseeker, you can apply for unemployment benefit from Kela or your unemployment fund. The employment authority issues a statement on the matter to Kela or the unemployment fund.
The employment authority will advise and guide you in applying for work and selecting the right services. Your employment will be supported through an initial interview, an employment plan and job search discussions.
Once you have registered as a jobseeker, the employment authority will arrange an initial interview with you within five working days. In the interview, you and an expert will discuss what kind of jobs you could apply for or whether you need to acquire training or change fields. The employment authority will also draw up an employment plan with you.
During job search discussions, you will be in regular contact with the employment authority in your area. Between the discussions, you apply for work independently or participate in services promoting employment in accordance with the employment plan.
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If you have a Finnish personal identity code and can identify yourself electronically, start your job search in the e-service.
If you do not have a Finnish personal identity code or cannot use the e-service, contact the employment services in your region.
To whom and under what conditions
Registering as a jobseeker online requires strong identification, that is, online banking IDs, a mobile certificate or an identity card with a chip. You need a Finnish personal identity code to use the online service.
If you are not a Finnish citizen, you must have a valid residence permit and a right to work in Finland.