Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Unemployment insurance provides financial assistance for persons who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. Its purpose is to provide a temporary source of income to individuals while they look for work. These payments also provide economic stability to the community. Unemployment insurance is financed entirely by a tax on payrolls paid by employers. To qualify for benefits you must have worked for an employer who was required to pay the tax. South Dakota workers do not contribute to this plan. Unemployment benefits are considered taxable income.
Online services available for the unemployment insurance benefits program include the following:
- Filing a new initial claim application*
- Reopening an existing claim*
*Your claim will not be complete until you have received a confirmation number. |
- Filing a weekly certification
- Updating personal information
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Viewing payment history
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To access these online services, you must establish a user id and password. |
Trade Readjustment Allowance claims must be filed by telephone at 605-626-3179.
To access online services, click here.
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Helpful Information Regarding Unemployment Insurance
UI Benefits Frequently Asked Questions - Frequently asked questions about the unemployment insurance benefits program, and the answers.
Debit Card Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs about option for receiving your unemployment insurance payments electronically through a U.S. Bank ReliaCard® Visa®.
Filing a Claim - How and when to file for unemployment insurance benefits.
Eligibility Requirements - What requirements must I meet to be eligible for benefits? How do I maintain my eligibility for benefits?
Deductions From Benefits - See what income is deductible from unemployment insurance benefits and how to report this income.
Wage Requirements / Benefit Amount - See what wage requirements are necessary for filing a claim in South Dakota.
Weekly Claim Filing - How and when do I file a weekly claim?
Filing Appeals - Find out how to file an appeal if you disagree with a determination regarding your claim for benefits.
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