Understanding when and what benefits you are entitled to can be complex. This article discusses the main types of benefits, their eligibility conditions, and situations when it's worth consulting a lawyer for assistance.
Sick Leave Benefits
For the first two days of illness, if they coincide with your work schedule, the employer pays, with the amount ranging from 62.06% to 100% of your average salary. From the third day, benefits are covered by 'Sodra', typically paying 62.06% of the gross salary. You must have 3 months of service in the last 12 months or 6 months in the last 24 months to receive these benefits.
Unemployment Benefits
Registering with the Employment Service is the first step to obtaining unemployment status and related benefits. You need at least 12 months of unemployment insurance in the last 30 months. In 2026, benefits can be paid for up to 9 months, with the amount depending on fixed and variable parts.
Learn more about labor law changes here.
Family Benefits
From 2026, child benefits will increase to 129.5 EUR, and for large families, up to 205.7 EUR. A one-time benefit upon the birth of a child will be 1036 EUR from 2026-06-01. Paternity leave can be divided into two parts, lasting up to 30 calendar days.
Find out more about family law changes here.
When to Consult a Lawyer?
Legal consultation can be beneficial when facing issues with benefit claims, appealing 'Sodra' decisions, or employer misunderstandings regarding benefits. A lawyer's assistance may also be needed in family or employment disputes. Read more about it here.