Welfare Info

Louisiana Unemployment Insurance

Louisiana

What is Louisiana Unemployment Insurance?

Unemployment insurance benefits provide temporary financial assistance to workers unemployed through no fault of their own that meet Louisiana's eligibility requirements.

Administration

Louisiana Unemployment Insurance is administered by Louisiana.

Program Requirements

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

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

Contact Info

1-866-783-5567

How to Apply

Application

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