AMS: These new rules apply to unemployed persons starting in July

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Anyone who is unemployed and has deregistered with the AMS due to illness, a stay abroad, training, or parental leave must re-register with the AMS on the first day after the interruption ends, starting July 1.

Re-registration can be done by telephone, in person, or via the eAMS account. In the case of illness-related interruptions, a doctor’s note is still required, even for illnesses lasting only one day.

Kopf: “More clarity, more efficiency”

Re-registration can only take place after the interruption has ended, even if it is known earlier. In detail, this re-registration affects individuals who have interrupted their unemployment registration due to illness, a stay abroad, educational measures, parental leave, maternity leave, short-term employment, or imprisonment.

“The new regulation on immediate re-registration with the AMS brings more clarity, fairness, and efficiency. Anyone available for work again after an interruption, such as illness or rehabilitation, can now receive immediate support and placement services. This increases the chances of rapid reintegration,” said AMS CEO Johannes Kopf in a press release.

New feature for eAMS users

Another new feature, effective July 1, is that electronic applications will be further promoted and digital communication with the AMS will be expanded. Anyone who decides to use an eAMS account is required to check their account for new messages at least twice a week. Messages are considered delivered as soon as they arrive in the digital mailbox – postal delivery will then only be possible in exceptional cases.

“Of course, these regulations only apply to people who have the appropriate electronic equipment and skills,” explains Johannes Kopf.

As was previously the case with postal delivery, sanctions will now also be imposed for the digital delivery of documents if appointments, such as check-ups or job interviews, are missed.

Overall, the AMS hopes this will reduce paper and shipping costs. The changes are based on an amendment to the Unemployment Insurance Act, which was passed in June 2024 and will take effect on July 1, 2025.