SEPE offices in Tarragona
Do you need to deal with unemployment benefits in Tarragona? The SEPE (Servicio Público de Empleo Estatal) is Spain's national public employment service. It handles all unemployment benefits, called 'prestaciones'. In Tarragona province, you will find 10 SEPE offices. These offices are spread across several municipalities. The main city, Tarragona, has 3 offices. Other municipalities with one office each include Amposta, Cambrils, El Vendrell, Móra D'ebre, Reus, Tortosa, and Valls.
SEPE offices are where you manage your unemployment benefits. This includes applying for new benefits, submitting documents, or checking your payment status. You always need an appointment, a 'cita previa', to visit a SEPE office. However, SEPE offices do not handle your job seeker registration. This is called 'demanda de empleo' or 'sellar el paro' (renewing your unemployment registration). In Catalonia, this service is provided by the Servei Públic d'Ocupació de Catalunya (SOC), the regional employment service. Remember: SEPE for benefits, SOC for job seeker registration.
To get your 'cita previa' for any SEPE procedure, you have two options. You can use the SEPE electronic headquarters, their official website. Or, you can call their dedicated phone number: 91 926 79 70. Appointments are free of charge. You do not need to pay anyone to help you get one. A practical tip for Tarragona: if you struggle to find an appointment in your specific municipality, check other nearby locations. Sometimes, offices in smaller towns have more availability. Always book your appointment as soon as you can.
In Cataluña, registering as a jobseeker (demanda de empleo) happens at Servei Públic d'Ocupació de Catalunya (SOC). The SEPE offices on this page handle unemployment benefits and subsidies.
Official procedure
Book an appointment at an office in Tarragona
Pick your office and book the appointment on the official SEPE e-office.
Book on the official SEPE websiteThis link goes to the official SEPE website. The procedure is free of charge.
Map of the 10 offices in Tarragona (needs JavaScript). All offices are listed below.
Amposta
Cambrils
El Vendrell
Móra D'ebre
Reus
Tarragona
Tortosa
Valls
Frequently asked questions
Where do I renew my job seeker registration ('demanda de empleo' or 'sellar el paro') in Tarragona province?
You do not renew your job seeker registration at a SEPE office. In Tarragona, this process is handled by the Servei Públic d'Ocupació de Catalunya (SOC), the regional employment service. You must contact the SOC for anything related to your 'demanda de empleo'. This includes initial registration and regular renewals.
What should I do if I cannot find an appointment ('cita previa') in my municipality in Tarragona?
If your local SEPE office in Tarragona, such as the one in Cambrils or Reus, shows no immediate appointments, check other municipalities in the province. Sometimes, offices in less populated areas like Móra D'ebre or El Vendrell might have earlier availability. You can book an appointment at any SEPE office, not just the one closest to your home. Use the SEPE electronic headquarters or call 91 926 79 70 to check other locations.
How do I get an appointment to apply for unemployment benefits at a SEPE office in Tarragona?
To apply for unemployment benefits ('prestaciones') or manage other benefit-related paperwork, you must book an appointment, a 'cita previa'. There are two ways to do this. You can visit the official SEPE electronic headquarters online. Alternatively, you can call the SEPE appointment line directly at 91 926 79 70. Both methods are free of charge.