What documents do I need to apply for unemployment benefits?

To apply for unemployment benefits in Arkansas, you will need specific documentation. The required documents include your Social Security Card, as well as a form of identification, such as a driver's license or state identification card. Additionally, you will need the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all your previous employers from the last 18 months. Furthermore, you must provide the reason for separation from each job and your work authorization status if you are a non-U.S. citizen. If you have recently served in the military, you will need your DD Form 214. Those who were federal employees should prepare SF-8 or SF-50 forms. Lastly, self-employed individuals need to provide proof of earnings for the previous year.