Can I claim unemployment benefit (NASpI)?
Yes, if you lost your job involuntarily and have the required contributions. NASpI is the INPS unemployment benefit for employees who lose their job involuntarily (dismissal, also resignation for just cause or during maternity, end of a fixed-term contract). Requirements: being in unemployment status and having at least 13 weeks of contributions in the last 4 years. The duration equals half the weeks contributed in the last four years, up to a maximum of 24 months. The amount is about 75% of the average pay up to a threshold (plus 25% of the part above), and decreases gradually after the first months (décalage). The claim must be filed with INPS within 68 days of termination.
📋 The rules
- For those who lose their job involuntarily
- Unemployment status and ≥13 weeks of contributions (4 years)
- Duration = half the weeks contributed (max 24 months)
- Amount ~75% of average pay, with gradual reduction
- Claim with INPS within 68 days of termination
🔓 Exceptions
- Voluntary resignation (without just cause): generally no NASpI
- Limited compatibility with new work income: must be reported
- Resignation for just cause or in the protected period: gives a right to NASpI
⚠️ Penalties & fines
Filing the claim after 68 days loses benefit days. Not reporting the start of a new job or activity, or not joining active-policy measures (employment centre, service agreement), can cause forfeiture or reduction of NASpI and the duty to repay what was unduly received. Voluntary resignation without just cause generally doesn't give a right to NASpI. To avoid losing the benefit, file the claim in time via the INPS portal or a patronato, and meet the required obligations.
📎 Official sources
- INPS · NASpI: unemployment benefit →
- Ministry of Labour · Social safety nets →
- Normattiva · Lgs. Decree 22/2015 (NASpI) →
❓ Frequently asked
Who is entitled to NASpI?
Employees who lose their job involuntarily (dismissal, end of a fixed-term contract, resignation for just cause) and who have unemployment status and at least 13 weeks of contributions in the last 4 years.
How long does NASpI last?
The duration equals half the weeks of contributions in the last four years, up to a maximum of 24 months. The more you've worked and paid contributions in the four-year period, the longer you can receive the unemployment benefit.
How much is NASpI?
The amount is about 75% of the average pay of recent years up to a threshold, plus 25% of the part above, within a cap. After the first months the amount decreases gradually (décalage). The figure therefore depends on your pay.
By when must I claim?
Within 68 days of the end of the employment. Filing after this deadline loses benefit days. The claim is filed with INPS via the online portal with SPID, CIE or CNS, or through a patronato.
Do I get NASpI if I resign?
Generally no: voluntary resignation without just cause doesn't give a right to NASpI. Exceptions are resignation for just cause (e.g. for unpaid wages) and resignation in the protected maternity period.
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