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The State of Illinois will be performing maintenance on Sunday April 19, 2026 between the hours of 6AM and 12 Noon. Individuals filing an unemployment insurance claim during this time may experience an interruption and attempt to file later in the day. Thank you for your patience.

File an Unemployment Claim

To apply for regular unemployment insurance, click the button below. You'll be taken to the 10 Things You Should Know page to start the application process. 

Once you have filed a claim for regular unemployment benefits, return to this page and click:

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What Every Worker Should Know About Unemployment Insurance:

I Filed My Claim What Happens Now: 

Understanding the UI Finding Letter:

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