Unemployment Benefits | NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Eligibility
Open to most working individuals residing in NJ
Required documents
Social Security card
Hours
Website is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
732-761-2020
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
Call or visit the website to file a claim. For in-person services, an appointment is required. Visit the website to locate centers by county.
Fees
None
Service area
NJ
Provides cash benefits during your job search. Basic eligibility requirements include you worked in NJ in the last 18 months, you’re able and available to work, and you’re actively seeking work. Your earnings and how you separated from your employer matter too. The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development reviews your application for eligibility.
What's Here
Providing organization
NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development