Illinois Unemployment Insurance
Illinois
What is Illinois Unemployment Insurance?
Unemployment insurance benefits provide temporary financial assistance to workers unemployed through no fault of their own that meet Illinois' eligibility requirements.
Administration
Illinois Unemployment Insurance is administered by Illinois.
Program Requirements
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must a resident of Illinois and meet all of the following:
- Unemployed, and
- Worked in Illinois during the past 12 months (this period may be longer in some cases), and
- Earned a minimum amount of wages determined by Illinois guidelines, and
- Actively seeking work each week you are collecting benefits.
Application Details
What is the application process for Illinois Unemployment Insurance?
Illinois now offers improved and expanded internet filing and online certification for most unemployment claims. Apply for Unemployment Insurance on the Illinois Department of Employment Security.