How Do I Check My Unemployment Benefits with the Utah Department of Workforce Services?

For millions of Utah residents, unemployment benefits can help during a difficult time. Individuals who find themselves unemployed may receive financial help from the government. Such benefits provide residents with temporary income while they are unemployed as they look for employment. But collecting these benefits isn't a walk in the park. Some individuals may be denied unemployment claims for avoidable reasons. Find out more how to check your unemployment benefits with the department.

The Utah Department of Workforce Services needs to determine your eligibility based on the reasons for your unemployment before they give unemployment compensation. You are required to file an online application or in-person at the Utah unemployment office. You are required to have the following details to apply online:

1. Your social security particulars.

2. A list of names of your previous employers and the dates you worked for each.

3. The details of your union hall, in case you found employment through the union.

4. An authentic identification document, which may be a driver's license or original ID card.

This information should be pre-collected before you begin the filing process because the website is operational up to 11:45 p.m., after which the last page you file will be saved, and you'll have to wait for 24 hours to continue the process. After collecting this information, you can proceed with the application process below:

1. Log in to jobs.utah.gov.

2. Fill out the identity verification questions.

3. Add your address contact details, including your demographic information.

4. Provide your employment information over the last several months. Your separation information is also required.

5. Answer the eligibility questions that include details on your availability for another job.

6. Provide information regarding the circumstances surrounding previous employer separations.

7. File your claim.

After completing this process, you'll have to wait for a few weeks for your first claim to be approved to receive compensation. In case the department rejects your application, you could always appeal. Checking your unemployment benefits now becomes more manageable since the Utah Unemployment Insurance program remits benefit claims weekly. This allows the department to prove your work search efforts, and this model helps to keep your claim status active. The weekly claim application process can be completed online following the steps outlined below:

1. Visit jobs.utah.gov.

2. At the upper right-hand corner, click on "Sign in."

3. Select "my Unemployment."

4. Choose "File Weekly Claim."

You should always keep in mind that your PIN and social security details are a prerequisite while logging in the website. Also, you must answer questions to ascertain your eligibility every week and file your weekly claim on time lest you'll be denied unemployment benefits.