Agency
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
Weekly benefit amount
from $157 to up to $530 (no dependents) to $715 (2+ dependents)
Official link
Unemployment PolicyAm I Eligible?
You must
- Betotally or partially unemployed.
- In 2020, you must have worked at least 20 weeks in covered employment and earned at least $269 in the base period (four out of the last five completed calendar quarters).
- You must be unemployed through no fault of your own.
What do I need to file my claim?
- The Social Security Numbers and dates of birth of any dependents, including children and your spouse.
- The name, address, telephone number, and dates of employment for your most recent employer and any other employers from the last 6 weeks.
- Bank routing and account number or debit card number for payment.
How to apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits?
File online
- Go to the official website, and follow the steps listed in the “Step-By-Step Guide” section below to file your claim
File by phone
- Call the online service at 877-644-6562.
- Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information, go to this official page to know more about how to file for a claim in Ohio.
