How Do I Check My Unemployment Benefits with the Unemployment Compensation Florida?

Introduction

Florida residents who recently lost their jobs or experienced reduced work hours may qualify for unemployment benefits through Florida’s Reemployment Assistance program. Eligible applicants may receive benefits for up to 12 weeks, with the weekly benefit amount determined by the state based on previous earnings. In general, applicants may qualify if they are partially or totally unemployed through no fault of their own and meet the state’s eligibility requirements. If you recently submitted a claim for Florida Reemployment Assistance, continue reading for instructions on how to check your unemployment benefits and claim status.

Sign in to Reconnect

Did you already create an account and submit a claim for Florida Reemployment Assistance? Sign in to your account to check the status of your claim, payment information, pending issues, and other important updates related to your unemployment benefits.

To qualify for unemployment benefits in Florida, applicants generally must have earned at least $3,400 in wages before taxes during the required base period and must also be able and available to work. Additional eligibility requirements may also apply depending on your reason for unemployment.

Check the Claim Status

Scroll down to the Your Information section to check the status of your unemployment claim. If your status says Pending, Florida Reemployment Assistance may still be reviewing or processing your application. A Disqualified or Hold status may indicate there are issues with your claim, additional verification is needed, or you may not currently meet certain eligibility requirements.

If your claim status says Exhausted, it usually means you have already received the maximum amount of benefits available for your claim period. An Inactive status may mean you need to reopen or reactivate your claim before you can continue requesting benefits. If you have additional questions about your claim status or eligibility, feel free to contact the Florida Reemployment Assistance team for further assistance.

Check the Dashboard for other Claim Statuses

You can also monitor where you are in the review process by checking the Overall Eligibility Review section in your account. When the percentage gets close to 100%, it generally means the Reemployment Assistance team is nearly finished reviewing your eligibility and claim information.

If your claim has already been approved, go to the Request Benefit Payment tile to check when you need to request your next payment. You can also monitor your remaining balance by reviewing the Remaining Benefit Amount tile, which helps you determine whether you are close to exhausting your available benefits. If there are issues or delays with your application, check the Benefit Eligibility section to review any pending issues, notices, or additional requirements related to your claim. Be sure to submit any additional documents required by the Reemployment Assistance team to prevent more delays on your benefits.

Conclusion

Did you already submit your application? Even if you’re unsure whether you qualify, it’s still highly recommended that you apply. Independent contractors or self-employed workers who lost their jobs may also qualify for Florida's unemployment benefits. To apply, you only need your Social Security number, state ID or driver's license, and employment information such as gross earnings and reason for separation. Other applicants may also need to provide additional requirements, such as an Alien Registration Number, and SF-8 or SF 50 for federal employees. Still have questions about checking your unemployment benefits? Contact Unemployment Compensation Florida Customer Support today.