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  • In Observance of Independence Day

    MDES offices will be closed Monday, July 4. Many services may still be accessed 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the Internet.

    Find a Job NowExtended Holidays

  • UI Benefit Debit Card Has A New Look!

    Debit cards for UI Benefits issued on or after Monday, May 23, 2022, will have a new look. If you have a debit card with the old design, please keep it until it has expired.

    Benefit Payment OptionsOnline UI Services

  • Federal Bank Holiday

    Monday, July 4, is a federal holiday and banks will be closed. Unemployment payments that would have been paid that day, will be delayed up to 48 hours.

    Online Unemployment ServicesFind a Job Now

  • Tax Rate Notices

    MDES has issued 2022 Tax Rate Notice Letters to employers. No employer will experience any negative impact because of the late issuance. If you have not received your letter, please log into your MDES account online and select the “Correspondence” tab and view your letter on the Correspondence screen.

    Employers ResourcesPost a Job

  • 1099 Information

    The 1099s reflecting unemployment benefits paid in 2021 were generated on January 17, 2022, to the last address on file. If you received an incorrect 1099-G form or believe you are a victim of fraud, click the link below.

    1099 Information Incorrect 1099-G Forms and Fraud

  • Report Refusals of Work

    Mississippi Department of Employment Security needs your help to identify refusals of work. For more information and to report refusals of work, visit the page below.

    Report Refusal of WorkMore Information (PDF)

  • No Fee for Services

    We do not solicit payments by phone or social media. Our employees are prohibited from using social media to assist customers. If you are asked to pay a fee for these services, DO NOT PAY the fee, instead report this to MDES. There is no fee for Unemployment Services through MDES.

    Report ItOnline Unemployment Services

  • UI Fraud Consumer Protection Guide

    Unemployment Insurance Fraud Consumer Protection Guide from the U.S. Department of Justice National Unemployment Insurance Fraud Task Force...

    Consumer GuideIdentity Theft Resource Center

  • Weekly Certifications

    If you do not file your weekly certifications you will not receive benefits.

    To Maintain EligibilityWeekly Claims Procedure

  • Properly Reporting Earnings

    Did you know failure to properly report earnings may result in prosecution in federal and/or state courts?

    More InformationOnline Unemployment Services

  • Report Identity Theft and Fraud

    Has someone filed an unemployment claim using your information? Do you know of someone falsifying information to collect unemployment? Report this immediately to MDES.

    Learn MoreAbout UI Claims

  • What information do I need to file an Unemployment Claim?

    For a checklist of this information, click the link below.

    For details, click hereTo file your claim online

  • Been a while since you looked for a job?

    Take a look at our job search ideas, interview tips and suggestions on how to dress for success before you begin your job search.

    Search for a jobJob hunting tips

  • The 2FileUI Mobile App is Now Available

    You can complete your weekly certifications for unemployment insurance payments as early as Sunday each week using our free MDES app… or our website.

    Get it on Google PlayDownload on the App Store

  • The MSWorks Mobile App is Now Available

    MSWorks is the mobile gateway to all of the Mississippi Works and MDES online services.

    Get it on Google PlayDownload on the App Store

  • Bulk Filing for Payroll Providers!

    MDES now offers the option of Bulk Filing to its customers who file quarterly Tax and Wage Reports for multiple clients.

    More InformationAbout UI Tax Reporting and Filing

  • New Hire Reporting

    Employers and taxpayers of Mississippi will benefit from the New Hire program by reducing overpayments of unemployment compensation, by detecting and preventing benefit payments to workers who have returned to work, and more…

    More InformationSearch for Employees

  • Help Keep Your Tax Rates Low

    Help keep your tax rates low by using Sides E-Response... a fast, free, and secure way for employers to respond to requests for separation information online.

    More InformationVisit uisides.org

  • Helping Mississippi’s employers

    MDES offers employers many helpful services--posting jobs, recruitment, help with unemployment taxes and more.

    Post Job OpeningsFile and/or Pay Unemployment Tax

COVID-19 UI Assistance

COVID-19

Resources and Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19

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Employer Reporting

Employers: Restart MS

Rehires, Work Refusals, or Fraudulent Claims

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Report Fraud

Report Identity Theft & Fraud

Report fraud connected with filing unemployment benefits claims, including someone using the confidential information of you or one of your workers.

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Find a WIN Job Center Near You.

WIN Job Center Locations

WIN Job Centers are conveniently located throughout the state. Find the center nearest you, business hours and services offered.

See WIN Locations

I just lost my job. What now?

It's overwhelming, we know. But you've come to the right place. MDES will take you through the simple, easy step-by-step process of filing for unemployment and finding a new job.

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How do I file for unemployment?

This is step one—the start to a new future for yourself. To file a claim to receive your unemployment benefits, register online with MDES. We'll help you all along the way.

FILE TODAY