The loss of earnings compensation (EO) partially compensates for the loss of earnings arising from the performance of military, civil protection or alternative civilian service. Since 2005, EO also covers loss of earnings during maternity (maternity allowance) and, from 2021, loss of earnings during paternity leave.

Information for insured persons
The first line of contact for insured persons with questions about Swiss Old Age and Survivors’ Insurance, invalidity insurance, income compensation allowances, supplementary benefits and family allowances are the compensation funds and IV Offices:
We compiled a list of the answers to the most frequently asked questions on the following page:
Last modification 01.03.2022