Management of the cessation of activity benefit for self-employed workers

If you are self-employed and are forced to interrupt or close your business due to circumstances beyond your control, you may be entitled to the cessation of activity benefit, a system that provides you with financial income and continued coverage within the Social Security system.

What is it?

It is a benefit that covers the total or partial cessation of activity, whether temporary or permanent, provided that it occurs involuntarily and for justified reasons.

Main types

  • Total cessation (standard): when you completely interrupt your activity.
  • Partial cessation: allows you to continue working with a reduced level of activity if you meet specific conditions (significant drop in income, force majeure situations or reduction in activity),

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For detailed information on requirements, documentation, amounts and how to apply: See full coverage information.

  • Application for ordinary unemployment benefits: ES, AC, EU, GL, VA.
  • Application for partial benefit due to cessation of activity: ES, AC, EU, GL, VA.