Sairausvuoto

Sairausvuoto, a Finnish term, translates to "sick leave payment" or "sickness allowance" in English. It refers to a benefit provided by Kela, the Social Insurance Institution of Finland, to compensate individuals for lost income due to illness or injury that prevents them from working. This benefit is typically a daily allowance, calculated based on the individual's income prior to their illness.

To be eligible for sairausvuoto, an individual must be insured in Finland, unable to work for at least one day due to illness or injury, and have a reduced earning capacity. A doctor's certificate is usually required to confirm the illness and its impact on work capacity. The benefit is paid for a maximum of 300 working days, and in some cases, this period can be extended.

The amount of sairausvuoto is determined by the applicant's average annual income from insured employment. There are minimum and maximum limits for the daily allowance. Self-employed individuals and those with specific employment arrangements may have different eligibility criteria and calculation methods. The purpose of sairausvuoto is to provide a financial safety net, allowing individuals to recover from illness without facing complete loss of income.