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Unemployment insurance for workers

If you recently lost your job or your hours were significantly reduced, you may qualify for unemployment insurance benefits in Massachusetts.

Before you apply

Explore these resources to learn more about your eligibility, how benefits are calculated, and how to apply for unemployment insurance.

Unemployment insurance eligibility  Estimate your benefit amount  How to log in to Unemployment Services 

Apply for unemployment insurance benefits

Learn more about what you need to apply and how to start your online application. You can also apply over the phone.

Find out how to apply

After you apply

Explore these resources to learn more about what to expect while DUA reviews your application for unemployment benefits.

What to expect after you apply for unemployment insurance  File your weekly unemployment claim  Respond to requests for information from DUA 

File a weekly claim for benefits

You need to request benefits each week you want to receive them, starting the week after you apply. 

How to file your weekly claim

Returning to work

You need to look for work while receiving unemployment insurance benefits. Learn more about these job search resources available to Massachusetts workers.

MassHire Department of Career Services  Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA)  Training Opportunities Program (TOP) 

More resources

FAQs about unemployment insurance  Taxes, deductions, and tax forms (1099-G) for unemployment benefits  Unemployment Services for Workers account help 

Get help with your claim

Get in-person help with your unemployment insurance claim at the Boston Re-Employment Center (REC) or a MassHire Career Center. Appointments are required.

Make an appointment with DUA

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