- 1). Get all of your personal information together in preparation to file for unemployment. Usually you need to have your Social Security number, your driver's license number, your mailing address, your phone number and your complete employment history for the past 18 months. Some states also require that you have the EIN for your most recent employer, which you can find on your W-2. If your state offers direct deposit, you will also need your checking account number and routing number.
- 2). Visit the website for your state unemployment office to see what your filing options are. Typical filing options include online filing, filing by phone or filing in person.
- 3). Submit your unemployment claim with your state unemployment office. Regardless of your filing method, you will need to be prepared to answer questions regarding why you are no longer employed with your most recent employer.
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