Welfare Info

Alaska Unemployment Insurance

Alaska

What is Alaska Unemployment Insurance?

Alaska's Unemployment Insurance (UI) Program is dedicated to providing temporary benefit payments to workers unemployed through no fault of their own. Unemployment benefits serve not only to bridge the economic gap for the worker, but also as a stabilizing influence on local economies.

Administration

Alaska Unemployment Insurance is administered by Alaska.

Program Requirements

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must a resident of Alaska and meet all of the following:

  • Unemployed, and
  • Worked in Alaskaduring the past 12 months (this period may be longer in some cases), and
  • Earned a minimum amount of wages determined by Alaska guidelines, and
  • Actively seeking work each week you are collecting benefits.

Application Details

What is the application process for Alaska Unemployment Insurance?

To apply online, log in or register on myAlaska and proceed to file a new UI claim or reopen an existing one.

Contact Info

1-888-252-2557

How to Apply

Apply for Unemployment Insurance

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