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Arkansas Unemployment Insurance

Arkansas's unemployment insurance pays a weekly benefit to eligible workers. Most states require weekly or bi-weekly recertification. Benefit amount and duration vary by state.

Avg Benefit
Varies by state ($235–$1,015/week)
Est. Time
40 min
Recert
Weekly
Who qualifies

Must have sufficient wages in base period (12-18 months before filing). Must have qualified separation reason: laid off, hours reduced, left for good cause related to job, or unemployed due to domestic violence/stalking/sexual assault. Cannot receive benefits if: left for personal reasons, fired for misconduct, not legally allowed to work in US, currently receiving workers' compensation, refusing suitable work, not completing work search activities, refusing recall, or on FMLA leave.

Documents needed
  • Social Security Number
  • Valid government-issued ID
  • Last employer's name and address
  • Labor union name and number (if applicable)
  • Alien Identification Number or registration information (if not a US Citizen)
  • Banking information (if choosing direct deposit)
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Official source
dws.arkansas.gov
State Workforce Agency
Last reviewed
Oct 19, 2026
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