How to File an Unemployment Claim

From the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity:

To help Michiganders receive unemployment benefits as a result of COVID-19, the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) has developed a schedule for workers to file for benefits based on the first letter of their last name.

Beginning Sunday, March 29, 2020:

Online Filing Schedule - Michigan.gov/UIA

• Last names beginning with letters A-L are asked to file claims on Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays.
• Last names beginning with letters M-Z are asked to file claims on Sundays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays.
• Saturdays will be available for anyone to accommodate those who could not file during their allotted window.

Call Center Filing Schedule - 866-500-0017:

• Last names beginning with letters A-L are asked to call on Mondays and Wednesdays between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Last names beginning with letters M-Z are asked to call on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Fridays (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) will be available for anyone to accommodate those who could not file during their allotted window.