FIS and cross border worker

[Angies]

I am a cross border worker and there is a good chance in the next few weeks my husband will become unemployed. My wages would come within the limits for claiming FIS but can you do this if you work in another country or would i be able to claim any income supplements from the north?Just trying to find out as much as possible so we are prepared in advance. Many thanks for any advice.

 

[gipimann]

Entitlement to FIS depends on where you live and work (as well as minimum working hours and income limits)

Taken from the SW Operational Guidelines on FIS -

A person living in Northern Ireland but working in the Republic of Ireland may also qualify for a FIS payment.

If your situation is the other way round - i.e. living in the south but working in the north, then you won't qualify.

 

[Angies]

Thanks for that. I will see if any of the supports in the north would apply to us.