Delaware Unemployment Insurance

Am I Eligible?

You must

• be physically and mentally able to work. If you are disabled, you should be looking into disability benefits. 
• have lost your job at no fault of your own. This could include business shutdowns, layoffs, quitting for specific reasons, or some medical conditions. However, you will be denied unemployment benefits if you are fired due to absenteeism, misconduct, policy violation, or other self-inflicted reasons. 
• be registered with Delaware's employment/workforce development, which will assist you in finding employment. 
• be prompt in filing weekly or biweekly claims. Late claims could be denied for that week. 
• document and record your job searching efforts and report any job offers or earnings you receive. 

What do I need to file my claim?

• Name
• Address
• Social Security Card (may substitute W2 or pay stub with name and social security number imprinted on it, accompanied by a government-issued photo identification, such as a driver’s license),
• Work History – names and addresses of all employers over the last 18 months. Veterans for whom military service falls within the last 18 months must present a DD 214 (Member 4) form in order to file for benefits
• Reason for loss of job

How to apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits? 

File By Phone

• (800) 794-3032 or (302) 761-6576, available 7 days a week, 24 hours per day.

File Online

• Go to the website

For more information, read the FAQs to know more about how to file for a claim in Delaware.