Apply for Unemployment Insurance Online
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Claim Weeks of Benefits (Certify)
There are two ways to claim your weeks of unemployment benefits (certify): by phone using the Tele-serve system or online via this website. Both methods are safe and convenient. For more information on claiming weeks of unemployment, click here.

Electronic Benefit Payment Options
Unemployment Insurance (UI) Benefits can be paid automatically through Direct Deposit to a checking or savings account, a simple, smart, secure choice for receiving benefits. For more information on electronic payment options, click here.

Career and Labor Market Information
Access reliable state and local information on the economy and workforce, including labor market statistics and career resources, through the One Source portal page. For a list of Illinois’ “Best Bet” occupations - those with the most job openings each year, visit Learn More Earn More.

Illinois workNet
In addition to IDES employment resources such as www.illinoisskillsmatch.com, find job listings, job training information and help with creating resumes on Illinois workNet.

News & Announcements
Find the latest information on state benefits and services for the unemployed, including information on stimulus payments, extended benefits, today’s unemployment rates, press releases, and more.