Arbeitslosengeld
In English: Unemployment benefit
Insurance money from the Agentur für Arbeit after a job ends: 60% of your former net pay, 67% with a child. It usually runs 12 months, and up to 24 months for older employees with long insurance records.
Watch out: You need at least 12 months of insured work in the last 30 months.
Legal basis
SGB III §142, §147, §149. Checked against the statute text on 12 November 2026.
Related terms
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This page explains German employment law in general terms. It is not legal advice for your situation. If a layoff affects you, talk to an employment lawyer, your union or your Betriebsrat.