SECO – Arbeitsmarkt / Arbeitslosenversicherung

SECO is a Swiss federal agency that manages unemployment insurance and labor market services based in Bern.

Here are key aspects of the company:

• Products & Services: The agency administers the ASAL 2.0 electronic payment and processing system for unemployment benefits and advises insured individuals to submit data via Job-Room.
• Industries: SECO supports export-oriented sectors by extending short-time work compensation duration to a maximum of 24 months under regulations effective from November 1, 2025.
• Customers: The organization serves job seekers who utilize Regional Employment Centers (RAV) for counseling and receive daily allowances paid reliably by unemployment funds.
• Operations: In April 2026, the agency reported a decrease in unemployed individuals to 142,902 despite an increase compared to the previous year, maintaining an unemployment rate of 3.0%.

SECO plays a critical role in stabilizing the Swiss labor market through robust digital infrastructure and adaptive social security policies.