How Do I Claim Unemployment Benefits with the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services?

If you are an Arkansas resident who is unemployed, you may be eligible to receive unemployment benefits from the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services. To submit an unemployment insurance claim, you can do so by visiting the Arkansas government website. It is recommended you file a claim as fast as possible to receive all potential unemployment benefits. In this guide, you will learn how to claim unemployment benefits from the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services.

Arkansas Unemployment Eligibility Requirements

To receive unemployment insurance benefits, your work history will need to meet the criteria set by the Arkansas state government. If you do not match the stated eligibility requirements, you may not receive unemployment benefits.

Arkansas Eligibility Requirements:

• You must be partially or fully unemployed.
• You must be mentally and physically capable of working a job similar to your past work experience.
• You should be available to work with no issues such as transportation or finding childcare.
• You must sign up for the DWS Employment Services and be required to contact at least a minimum number of employers each week.

Full List of Eligibility Requirements

Information you will Need to File a Claim

• Social Security Number
• Home Address and Phone Number
• Contact Information of all your past employers in the past 12 months
• The start and end dates of your most recent employer
• Your Alien Registration number if you're not a U.S citizen

How to Claim Unemployment Benefits Online

Arkansas Department of Workforce Services Website

1. Visit the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services Website
2. On the main menu, place your cursor over 'Unemployment' and wait for the drop-down menu.
3. Once the menu has dropped down, you can click 'EZARC' to start the unemployment benefit claim process online.
4. Click the language you would like to fill out the claimant form with
5. Make sure you are filling out the claimant form within the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services hours stated on their website.

Once you have visited the online EZARC form, you can start the online unemployment benefits application process. The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services will only accept a claim that is filed within their working schedule.

Monday - Sunday: 6:00AM - 6:00PM

How to File a Claim by Mail

Another way you can claim your unemployment benefits is by printing out a UI Claimant Form located on the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services website and submitting it to the office by mail.