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Mexico City's Active Unemployment Insurance Program

Mexico City's "Seguro de Desempleo Activo" offers financial aid and community service to unemployed residents. Registration details and requirements are outlined.

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Mexico City GovernmentSecretaría De Trabajo Y Fomento Al Empleo

What groups are prioritized for this support?: Priority is given to those who involuntarily lost formal employment, belonging to priority groups like agricultural workers or those impacted by major rehabilitation works.
What are the requirements to qualify for the program?: To receive the support, applicants must be Mexico City residents over 18, provide identification and CURP, have time for community service, and meet other requirements like not receiving other similar government benefits.
What obligations do beneficiaries have under the program?: The program requires beneficiaries to dedicate five hours daily, Monday to Friday, to community service for the duration of the support. Failure to comply results in removal from the program.
Are there other similar unemployment support programs available?: Besides the Active Unemployment Insurance, there's a Traditional Unemployment Insurance providing 3,153 pesos monthly for up to three months without community service requirements. Eligibility for this program has different criteria.
What is the "Seguro de Desempleo Activo" program in Mexico City?: Mexico City's government launched the "Seguro de Desempleo Activo" program, offering 6,500 pesos monthly for up to three months to unemployed residents. Registration was open only on November 13th, 2024, requiring both online and in-person steps.

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