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Many UAE residents are set to benefit from an important financial safety net. The country has instituted a mandatory insurance policy that offers cash benefits to eligible employees who experience involuntary job loss. As detailed by a leading executive to Khaleej Times, this protection came into effect in January 2023 and now eligible participants can start to receive compensation.

If you’re among the insured employees who subscribed to the scheme when it opened, it’s imperative you renew your policy immediately to maintain this protection and avoid a potential Dh400 fine for lapsed coverage, according to Dana Kansou, manager, Strategic Partnerships, Dubai Insurance.

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Claiming Your Compensation Responsibly

There are specific conditions to meet for those seeking to claim the job loss compensation. For starters, being an active subscriber to the ILOE scheme for a minimum of one year is necessary. Renewals need to be submitted right after the previous coverage ends, and you can do so through the ILOE website or other authorized channels.

Applicants must confirm that their job loss was not due to voluntary resignation or disciplinary action. Claims should be filed within a 30-day window following employment termination and submitting the necessary documentation is crucial.

Your Compensation Explained

Approved claims guarantee a transfer of funds to the claimant’s bank account within 14 days. The compensation is paid for a maximum of three months or until the individual secures new employment, based on which happens first, at 60% of the basic salary earned over the prior six months. There’s a three-month cap per claim, post which, the insurance policy is effectively canceled.

As for negotiating better coverage terms, imperative for those seeking higher compensation, details are still in the process of being finalized.

Renewing Your Insurance Policy

The renewal process remains straightforward, accessible through the ILOE platform or alternative subscription avenues such as service centers, partner outlets, ATMs, and banks.

The ILOE scheme encompasses both Emirati nationals and expatriates in various sectors, with clearly defined exempt categories. It’s important to evaluate which of the two premium categories you fall under, depending on your basic salary, to anticipate the compensation cap in case of job loss.