May 15, 2020: Following Up on Unemployment

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Georgia, like most states, is struggling to keep up with the huge number of unemployment claims. This is leading to delays and makes it hard to reach the unemployment office on the phone. You can do most things, including certify your claim and check your status online.

Certify Your Weekly Claim

Even though Kumho did the initial filing for all employees, you must log-in and certify each week, starting the first Sunday after shut down.

Go to: https://dol.georgia.gov/unemployment-benefits then select: Claim Weekly UI Benefits Payments

OR

Call the Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System at 1-866-598-4164

Monitor your voicemail and email closely for messages from the Department of Labor.

Respond immediately to all requests for additional information.

Check Your Unemployment Claim Status

If you have questions, you can contact the USW: