Delaware Unemployment Benefits

 

Delaware unemployment insurance benefits provide temporary financial assistance to those who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own and meet other eligibility requirements. The program helps you cover living expenses when you’re out of work. The amount of money you receive each week depends on factors like your previous income and work history.

Delaware UI Benefits Calculator

The Delaware Unemployment Benefits Calculator helps you estimate your UI weekly benefits amount.

Delaware Unemployment Calculator

 

Eligibility for UI Benefits In Delaware

You must meet the monetary and job separation requirements to qualify for unemployment benefits in Delaware.

Monetary Eligibility

To be monetarily eligible for Delaware unemployment benefits, you must have been paid at least 36 times your weekly benefit amount by a covered employer in the base period. In Delaware, the base period is the last four of the five complete calendar quarters before filing your new claim. If you don’t have enough wages in your base period, the Delaware Division of Unemployment Insurance will consider your wages in the alternate base period.

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Job Separation

You would qualify for Delaware unemployment benefits only if you become unemployed through no fault of your own. You won’t receive benefits if you voluntarily quit your job unless the reason for quitting is one of the following:

• You are working in an unsafe working environment
• You are facing domestic or family violence
• You had a medical condition and were unable to work
• Your employer made significant changes to your job responsibilities without your consent

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Maintaining Eligibility

You must maintain your UI eligibility to receive weekly benefits. You must maintain your eligibility in the following ways:

• Register at DelawareJobs
• Upload your resume to DelawareJobs and update it every 3 months
• Certify for benefits every week
• Perform a weekly work search activity
• Report weekly earnings
• Attend any trainings or meetings if requested
• Respond with additional information if requested

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How To Apply For UI Benefits In Delaware?

You must submit the following documents to apply for UI benefits in Delaware:

Online

You can file for Delaware unemployment benefits online using the DelawareWorks website. You must first create an ID.me account to verify your identity.

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How To File Weekly Claims

You must request payments for each week that you are unemployed and wish to collect benefits. You can request weekly payments online using the WebBenefits website.

If you’d prefer not to use the internet, you can certify over the phone using the TeleBenefits system. You will be asked a series of questions when you request your weekly payments. To avoid committing unemployment fraud, answer all questions truthfully.

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Things To Know After Filing An Application

There are many things to watch out for after you apply for unemployment compensation.

Overpayments

You must report all earnings while requesting payments. Failure to disclose wages or knowingly making a false statement to secure more benefits will result in overpayment due to fraud. Consequences of receiving overpayment through fraud include disqualification from benefits for one year, prosecution, and a fine or imprisonment.

Benefits Extension

Generally, the Delaware Division of Unemployment Insurance provides benefits for up to 26 weeks. But if the state’s unemployment rate is too high, it may provide extended benefits.

Job Training Assistance

The American Job Centers offer a variety of workshops, including but not limited to:

• Basic Computer Training
• Job Search
• Interview Strategies

On the other hand, the Delaware JobLink, a web-based online network system, provides services like:

• Conduct a Job Search
• Research Career Information
• Build an Online Resume
• Register with Job Service
• Receive emails about new job openings

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Delaware unemployment contact information

If you need help or have questions about filing for unemployment, you will need to call the claimant assistance line.

If you would like information about job training programs or counseling to find a new job, visit your local Job Center.