Returning to Work – Stopping the COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment

If you are returning to work this week and are currently receiving the COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment, you must stop this payment on your first day back at work.

✅ The simplest way to do this is online at MyWelfare.ie

📞 1890 800 024: should any worker have an enquiry about closing their claim, they can contact the department’s dedicated income support helpline (Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm).