Important Information!
Governor Tony Evers today announced he is ordering the closure of all non-essential businesses starting Tuesday and urging people to stay at home to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

If you or a family member are affected by these new business closures you may be eligible to receive compensation for a portion of lost wages under Wisconsin Unemployment Insurance. 

Governor Evers previous Emergency Order waived work search requirements during the declared emergency. Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is in the process of making necessary updates. Meantime, no action is necessary by claimants regarding work search.

Department of Workforce Development Claims Info
Please visit DWD Unemployment Insurance online to apply for benefits, file for weekly claims and access your claims information:
 
Apply for Benefits Online 
For a New Claim or to Reopen an Existing Claim 
  1. Go to https://my.unemployment.wisconsin.gov/ 
  2. Read and accept Terms and Conditions 
  3. Create a username and password 
  4. Logon to access online benefit services 
  5. Complete your application 

Online services are available at the following times to apply for benefits: 
Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM 
Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

File Your Weekly Claim For an Unemployment Benefit Payment 
  1. Go to https://my.unemployment.wisconsin.gov/ 
  2. Logon to access online benefit services 
  3. File your weekly claim 

Online services are available at the following times to file your weekly claim: 
Sunday 9:00 AM – Midnight 
Monday – Friday Available 24 Hours 
Saturday 1:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Claim Information Online
  1. Go to https://my.unemployment.wisconsin.gov/
  2. Logon to view and manage your claim information online: 
  • Check your claim status 
  • View or print your payment history 
  • Check status of eligibility issues or appeals 
  • View or print determinations 
  • and more! 

Online services are available at the following times to access your claim information: 
Sunday 9:00 AM – Midnight 
Monday – Friday Available 24 Hours 
Saturday 1:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Need help?
For help using DWD online services or if you are unable to go online call (414) 435-7069 or toll-free (844) 910-3661 during business hours: 
Monday – Friday 7:35 AM – 3:30 PM
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