From Malay Mail · · 1m 10s
MEF Launches RM1,000 Mobility Allowance for Long-Distance Workers
Malaysian Employers Federation offers RM1,000 mobility allowance to help workers relocate over 100km for jobs.
In brief
Malaysian Employers Federation offers RM1,000 mobility allowance to help workers relocate over 100km for jobs. Malaysian Employers Federation introduces one-off RM1,000 mobility allowance for Socso contributors who move jobs over 100km to improve job matching. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
New Mobility Allowance
Malaysian Employers Federation introduces one-off RM1,000 Mobility Assistance Allowance for eligible Socso contributors.
Targeted for Long-Distance Workers
The allowance helps workers relocate over 100km for jobs by improving job matching opportunities.
Effective from October
The allowance takes effect on October 1 through amendments to the Employment Insurance System Act 2017.
Employer Benefits
MEF says improved job matching helps employers find skilled workers beyond immediate local areas.
Socso Eligibility
MEF encourages Socso to clearly communicate eligibility criteria and application procedures to workers.
Additional EIS Support
Early re-employment allowance increases from 25% to 50% of job search allowance and training allowance rises to RM30.
What Happens Next
Workers relocating over 100km for jobs can claim the one-off RM1,000 mobility allowance starting October 1.
In short
Malaysian Employers Federation introduces one-off RM1,000 mobility allowance for Socso contributors who move jobs over 100km to improve job matching.
