Have you been laid off in Idaho? Unemployment benefits are provided by the government of Idaho to eligible unemployed workers while they search for a new job. Read on to learn how to file for unemployment in Idaho.
Idaho unemployment is a combined federal-state program that provides unemployed individuals with income as they search for a new job.
Legal Information : How to File for Unemployment
This video presents an attorney providing general guidance on how to file for unemployment insurance benefits in the United States. He advises finding out which agency administers unemployment in your state, and locating their website. Visit the site, and determine if its possible to file online. If it isn't, get th phone number of the agency and file by phone.
Step 1: Determine if You Qualify for Idaho Unemployment
In order to qualify for Idaho unemployment, you must
- Have been laid off due to lack of work, resigned with good cause connected with the employment, or been discharged for a reason other than misconduct
- Be physically and mentally able and available to work full-time
- Have been employed by a company subject to unemployment laws
Step 2: Information Needed to Apply for Idaho Unemployment
- Your Social Security number and driver's license number.
- Your Alien Registration number and card or proof of U.S. citizenship.
- The complete addresses including zip codes,phone numbers, earnings, dates of employment, and reason for termination, of all your employers for the last 2 years.
- DD Form 214, Member 4, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, if you were a member of the Military Service in the past 2 years.
- County of residence if you live outside the state of Idaho.
Step 3: How to File for Idaho Unemployment
You can file for Unemployment in Idaho by using the Idaho Works online system. The system is designed to work with the Internet Explorer version 7 browser. You can also file in person at your nearest local Idaho Department of Labor office. If you'd like to file by phone, call your nearest local Idaho Department of Labor office, or from out of state, call (208) 332-3574.
