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Unemployment Insurance

Unemployment Insurance (UI) provides temporary income to workers who have been laid off or lost work. Administered by each state. Most states require weekly or bi-weekly recertification.

Avg Benefit
$385/week (varies by state)
Est. Time
40 min
Recert
Weekly
Who qualifies

Must be unemployed through no fault of your own (usually due to lack of available work). Must meet state requirements for wages earned or time worked during a base period (usually first four out of last five completed calendar quarters). Must meet additional state-specific requirements.

Documents needed
  • addresses of former employment
  • dates of former employment
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Official source
dol.gov
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Last reviewed
Oct 19, 2026
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