As of the end of the second quarter of 2026, a total of 5,832 individuals in Khanh Hoa province have been granted unemployment benefits, with those lacking degrees or certificates making up the majority. This alarming trend was discussed during a recent conference organized by the Khanh Hoa Employment Service Center, which aimed to disseminate information about unemployment insurance policies to nearly 200 local businesses.

The conference provided updates on new regulations regarding the obligations of employers to contribute to unemployment insurance (UI) and the processes for managing UI claims. Employers were also guided on how to facilitate their employees' participation in the National Job Exchange. Key topics included electronic labor contracts, mandatory social insurance, voluntary social insurance, and important changes effective from July 1, 2026.

During the event, representatives from various sectors shared their challenges regarding the registration process, timelines, and criteria for receiving unemployment benefits. The authorities addressed these concerns, emphasizing that the maximum monthly unemployment benefit should not exceed five times the regional minimum wage. Workers who have contributed for 12 to 36 months are entitled to three months of benefits, with an additional month for every extra 12 months contributed, up to a maximum of 12 months.

The Khanh Hoa Employment Service Center highlighted that unemployment insurance is a crucial component of the social security system, providing not only financial support during job loss but also job counseling, job placement services, and vocational training to help workers re-enter the labor market swiftly. By the end of the second quarter of 2026, all recipients of unemployment benefits had received job counseling or vocational training, with 222 individuals finding new employment and 197 receiving training support.

The primary reason for applying for unemployment benefits was the premature termination of employment contracts, accounting for 96.6% of cases. Other reasons included the expiration of contracts (1.63%), business closures or restructuring (1.25%), and dismissals (0.26%). Notably, 60.27% of those applying for benefits lacked any formal qualifications, while 21.3% held university degrees or higher, 11.18% had vocational college diplomas, and 6.64% had completed secondary vocational training.

Industries with the highest number of unemployment benefit applications included processing and manufacturing (31.38%), customer service (30.62%), accommodation and food services (11.81%), agriculture, forestry, and fisheries (5.21%), and education and training (4.08%).