• If you have recently become unemployed in the state of Oklahoma, then you might want to consider filing for unemployment insurance. To find out if you qualify for these benefits, continue reading this guide on how to file for unemployment in Oklahoma.

  • Tips

    • Oklahoma pays unemployment by direct deposit or through the new Oklahoma Debit MasterCard
    • You may make an unemployment claim if you live out of state as long as you worked in Oklahoma during the base period
    • Claims can be filed online or by telephone
    • Claims are filed through the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission

  • June 2009 Oklahoma Unemployment by County

    • Beaver 3.7%
    • Canadian: 5.8%
    • Cleveland: 5.6%
    • Hughes 11.1%
    • Latimer 10.8%
    • Logan: 5.8%
    • McClain: 6%
    • McCurtain 10.9%
    • Noble 10.2%
    • Pottawatomie: 6.6%

  • Introduction

    Have you recently become unemployed in the state of Oklahoma? Are you concerned about your financial situation as you continue to search for a new job? If so, you may want to consider filing for unemployment benefits in Oklahoma. Filing is easy, and can be done through the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission online or via the telephone. Employment benefits can range from $16 - $409 per week, depending on your income during the base period, which encompasses the previous year beginning three months from the time you file. This guide will provide you with additional information on how to file for unemployment in Oklahoma.

  • Step 1: Determine If You Qualify

    To qualify for unemployment benefits in the state of Oklahoma, you must:


    1. Have not become unemployed by any fault of your own. This means you cannot have been fired due to your conduct, or have left of your own accord without a legitimate reason.
    2. Be actively seeking employment. This means performing at least two activities per week to show you are trying to find a job.
    3. Have earned at least $1,500 from an insured employer during your year-long base period. Your total income during that time must also equal 1.5 times the amount of your highest pay quarter. Each quarter is comprised of three months.
    4. If you are only available to work a limited number of hours or are involved in a strike, you may not be eligible

  • Step 2: Gather the Proper Documents

    In order to file for your unemployment insurance, you will need to:


    1. Have your Social Security Number available
    2. Have the name, number, address and dates of employment for all of your employers for the previous 18 months
    3. Visa or Alien registration number if applicable
    4. If you worked out of state for the federal government or the military in the last 18 months, you will need to provide your DD214 Member 4 or SF-8 and SF-50, Notice of Personnel Action Form for federal employees
    5. Your current address and phone number

  • Step 3: Apply For Your Unemployment Benefits

    In the state of Oklahoma, there are two ways in which you can file for unemployment. You can either file online or by telephone.


    1. To apply online you must have the Internet Explorer 5.0 browser. You can apply here.
    2. To apply by telephone:
      1. Oklahoma state residents: 1-800-555-1554
      2. Out of State residents: 1-800-317-3797

  • Conclusion

    Why stress out over your financial situation while searching for a new job? By filing for unemployment in Oklahoma, you can help ease your mind and focus on getting your career back on track. If you meet the above requirements, and have recently been let go from your previous job, file today! You will only be eligible for benefits from the day and week in which you first file.

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