General Unemployment Information

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Claimants Rights & Responsibilities

A guide to claimant rights and responsibilities relating to claim filing, information provided and follow up when applying for unemployment insurance.
Agency: Department of Labor
Connecticut Law About Unemployment

A portal to Connecticut Labor regulations, legislative research reports and list of general statues relating to unemployment.
Agency: Judicial Branch
Filing an Unemployment Claim

File an employment claim as soon as possible to apply for unemployment insurance. Potential claimants can complete an initial (or new) claim by telephone or over the Internet.
Agency: Department of Labor
Going Paperless; Direct Deposit or Debit Card

Claimants can enroll to opt for either direct deposit or debit card payment. Log-in system FAQs can be accessed as well. Enroll for a direct deposit and to create an online account.
Agency: Department of Labor
Unemployment Compensation Claims – Proceedings on Disputed Matters

Citizens can review the general regulations of the Appeals Division or the Board of Review.
Agency: Department of Labor

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)

Find information on PUA eligibility, FAQs, and updates to the program, and more.

Job Seeker Resources

Find several resources available to support job-seekers and businesses get back to work quickly and safely.

CT Business Reopening and Recovery Center

The Business Reopening and Recovery Center for the State of Connecticut. This is your one-stop resource to help your business prepare, rebuild, and grow during the State’s emergency Coronavirus response.