Unemployment Benefits in Georgia
Jobcase Team
Official Account

Welcome to the Jobcase resource center for unemployment in Georgia. If you are here, you are probably trying to figure out your unemployment benefits to keep you afloat during this challenging time. Applying for unemployment benefits can be complicated, so we put together these resources to help you out.

What is it called?

The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) runs the state UI (Unemployment Insurance) program.

Online

The fastest way to file a claim is online here.

For the best tutorial on how to apply online, click here.

By Phone

As of right now, the Georgia Department of Labor is not taking phone applications. The quickest way to file is online.

Info you need to apply

To apply for unemployment, you need to provide personal information including:

  • Social Security Number
  • Georgia Driver’s License, if applicable
  • Bank’s routing number and your account number (if you want to receive your benefit payments via direct deposit)
  • Work history information for the last 18 months

FAQ + Resources

For more information, click here.

Good luck, we're here to help! Information is changing quickly. Please consult the state's applicable website provided above to be sure the information is valid.

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