Alaska Unemployment

How do I file for unemployment benefits?

You can file an initial claim for unemployment benefits two ways, online or calling a UI Claim Center. To file online login to http://myalaska.state.ak.us and click on Unemployment Insurance Benefits.

If you call, an unemployment insurance claim center representative can take your information over the phone. After you have opened your UI claim, you can file for biweekly benefits online at the above website or over the phone by calling our automated telephone claim filing system known as VICTOR.

What Information Do I Need When I Apply?

• Name
• Address
• Social security number
• Name, address, and telephone number of your last employer
• Your last day worked
• Reason for leaving the job
• Wages earned during the last week of employment
• If you are not a US citizen or national, you will need your Alien Registration Number, expiration date and document type

http://www.labor.state.ak.us/esd_unemployment_insurance/faq.htm

http://www.labor.state.ak.us/esd_Unemployment_insurance/biff-splash.htm

Official Alaska Unemployment Insurance Claimant Handbook:

http://www.labor.state.ak.us/esd_Unemployment_insurance/uihandbook.pdf 

Alaska Unemployment Contact Information: 

Employment Security Division

Unemployment Insurance Program

PO Box 115509 

Juneau, AK 99811-5509

Phone: (907) 465-5573

Fax: (907) 465-5552

Do I qualify for unemployment benefits?

Generally, the three major criteria to qualify for unemployment benefits in Alaska are: 

1. Wage credits from an employer that is subject to unemployment insurance laws (covered employment). 
2. A total gross income of at least $2,500 earned over two calendar quarters of your base period. 
3. Continuing eligibility for each week claimed. This includes being able, available, and actively seeking full time work.

http://labor.state.ak.us/esd_unemployment_insurance/faq.htm