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Weekly Certification Instructions for PUA Eligible Claims. Many workers in NJ have never before filed for unemployment assistance. The process can be confusing. Once you have been notified that your claim is ready to be processed, please read this guide to ensure you receive your benefits without delay.
NJ Department of Labor's online unemployment insurance claim status tool. Check the status of a New Jersey UI claim and download your 1099-G with a login.
To receive your unemployment insurance benefits, you must certify for benefits each week which you wish to receive benefits. You can only certify for benefits after the week has passed. Unemployment Insurance weeks begin on a Sunday and end at midnight on Saturday.
To be eligible for Unemployment Insurance benefits in 2024, you must have earned at least $283 per week during 20 or more weeks in covered employment during the base year period, or you must have earned at least $14,200 in total covered employment during the base year period.
North New Jersey: 201-601-4100 Central New Jersey: 732-761-2020 South New Jersey: 856-507-2340 Out-of-state claims: 888-795-6672 (you must call from a phone with an out-of-state area code) New Jersey Relay: 7-1-1
Learn how to apply for unemployment insurance benefits in New Jersey, check your eligibility, and find answers to common questions.
