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If you are an Indiana worker who recently suffered a job loss, you may qualify to collect unemployment. Not sure where to start? Read on to find out how to file for unemployment in the state of Indiana.
Indiana unemployment insurance can provide a much-needed financial cushion if you find yourself out of work through no fault of your own. If you have worked in Indiana and you have recently been laid off, you should file for unemployment benefits right away.
You are able to draw state unemployment insurance in Indiana for up to 26 weeks. According to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development (IDWD), claimants may be eligible to receive up to $390 per week in unemployment benefits. -
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How to File for Indiana Unemployment
This video prepared by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development WorkOne Center for the southeast region of Indiana reviews how to file for unem ... read moreThis video prepared by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development WorkOne Center for the southeast region of Indiana reviews how to file for unemployment in Indiana, including a a list of the information you should have available to file your initial claim. All claims are filed by computer - even if you go to a Work One Center to file, you'll be required to enter the information online.
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Step 1: Determine If You Qualify for Indiana Unemployment
- To qualify for unemployment insurance benefits in the state of Indiana, you must:
- Be unemployed through no fault of your own
- Have earned a minimum of $4,000 per year
- Be actively searching for full-time employment
- Be able to work a full-time job
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Step 2: Gather Necessary Documents
(Creative Commons photo by greenforall.org )- Before you file an unemployment claim in the state of Indiana, you should have your:
- Address and phone number
- Social Security number
- Date of birth
- You will also need your most recent employer's:
- Name
- Mailing address
- Phone number
- Dates of employment
- Reason for unemployment
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Step 3: Apply for Benefits
- To apply for unemployment benefits in the state of Indiana, you will need to access the state's Uplink Claimant Self Service (CSS) online. If you do not have Internet access, you can visit any Indiana Department of Workforce Development WorkOne Center.
- All unemployment payments issued by the state of Indiana are done so via a debit card program on a weekly basis. You will be able to transfer payments made to a special Visa debit card into your personal bank account.
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Step 4: Indiana Unemployment Weekly Certification
After being approved for Indiana unemployment benefits, you need to fie a weekly certification to receive benefits. As part of the process you need to apply for one job and look for work at two additional locations each week in order to be eligible for benefits. -
Extended Benefits
Back in November 2008, the US government extended unemployment benefits in the USA from 26 weeks all the way to 56 weeks to help deal with current economic struggles created by the recession. The House of Representatives have also passed legislation that extends a worker's unemployment benefits for 13 more weeks in states where the unemployment rate is above 8.5%. If you're in a situation where this could be helpful for you, you may be interested in reading the How to File for Unemployment Extended Benefits Mahalo page. -
Conclusion
- Almost everyone will find themselves facing a period of unemployment during their career. If you find yourself in this position and you worked in Indiana, you may be eligible to file for Indiana unemployment benefits for up to 26 weeks. A weekly unemployment check can be a much-needed financial boost while you search for your next job.
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