Things You'll Need:
- work history
- social security number
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Step 1
Find out where you have to apply for unemployment benefits. Each state or even town will have specific places where you can apply to get financial aid.
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Step 2
Find out the requirements in your area for applying for unemployment benefits. Each state will have certain rules for those who wish to make a claim for unemployment benefits. Once you have found out where you need to apply, contact them and ask them what the local requirements are. If you need to visit an office in person, make sure you have all the necessary paperwork with you. Otherwise it will cost you time and your claim will take longer.
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Step 3
Bring all of the necessary paperwork with you to the unemployment office. In most cases you will need to bring your social security number, dates, name and address of past employers and a record of your earnings in your last job. You will most likely have to have some form of photo id, such as a driver's licence. It is a good idea to make a copy of all documents and put these with the originals in a folder to take with you.
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Step 4
Check your state's official government website for unemployment information. Here you will find the steps and requirements you will need to file an unemployment claim in your state. Some states may allow you to begin the process online or over the phone.
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Step 5
Ask about any programmes that may help you find a new job or improve your skills. There may be programmes available in your area that helps people look for jobs or courses that you can take to help improve your skills. Don't hesitate to take advantage of any help you can get.
