Unemployment Insurance
CLAIMANTS
Learn how to apply for unemployment benefits, file a weekly claim, understand requirements, and more.
What to KnowEMPLOYERS
File unemployment tax and wage reports, access other employer online services, and more.
Employer Online ServicesSERVICE PROVIDERS
Resources and online services for providers who upload data on behalf of employers.
Provider Online ServicesUnemployment News
COVID-19 Unemployment FAQs- Fraud Alert: UI Scams & Identity Theft
- What Teachers and School Employees Should Know
- Which Unemployment Program is for You?
Contact Us
- Claimant Assistance
- Employer Assistance
- Hearing Office Contacts
- Report Fraud & Identity Theft
- Report Suspected Misclassified Workers
- File an Appeal
Other Languages
- En Español
- Txhais lus Hmoob
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Ask Questions or Apply for Unemployment Benefits
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Interpreter and Translation Services
Additional Resources
Fraud, Identity Theft & Scams
What fraud looks like and how to report, steps for victims of identity theft, and avoiding scams to obtain your private information.
Work-Share Program
Avoid layoffs by allowing workers to remain employed & employers to retain trained staff during times of reduced business activity.
Worker Classification
How to correctly classify each worker as either an "employee" or "independent contractor."
Labor Law Clinics
Educational seminars open to the public explaining many of the laws and rules the agency administers.
Unemployment Insurance Advisory Council (UIAC)
The UIAC recommends changes to improve Wisconsin unemployment laws.
Legal Resources
Information on appeal hearings and law changes related to unemployment.
Statewide Claim Statistics
Weekly data on Wisconsin UI initial and weekly claims filed.
DWD Contact Information
201 E. Washington Ave
P.O. Box 7946
Madison, WI 53707
(608) 266-3131
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