Your average weekly earnings in the relevant tax year
Days of casual or part-time work per week
You May Be Eligible
Based on your details. You have 5 payable days per week.
Weekly Payment
€220.00
Fortnightly Payment
€440.00
Annual Payment
€11,440.00
Everything you need to know about Jobseeker's Benefit in Ireland
What is Jobseeker's Benefit?
Jobseeker's Benefit (JB) is a weekly payment from the Department of Social Protection for people who have lost their job and have enough PRSI contributions. The maximum personal rate is €220 per week. It is paid for 9 months (234 days) if you have 260+ contributions, or 6 months (156 days) otherwise.
PRSI requirements
You need at least 104 PRSI contributions (Class A, H, or P) paid since first starting work, and 39 contributions in the relevant tax year or 26 in each of the last two relevant tax years. The relevant tax year is the second-last complete tax year before your claim.
Working while claiming
You can do some part-time or casual work while claiming JB. Your payment is based on a 5-day week. For each day you work, you lose 1/5 of your weekly rate. You must still be available for and genuinely seeking full-time work.
DSP Rates 2025: Uses current rates from the Department of Social Protection. Actual entitlements depend on your full circumstances. Apply at your local Intreo centre.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on current HMRC rates and thresholds for the 2025/26 tax year. It does not constitute professional tax, financial, or legal advice. Your actual liability may differ depending on your individual circumstances. Always consult a qualified accountant or tax adviser before making financial decisions. Read our terms
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