Unemployed Workers

How to File for Unemployment

Learn how to file for unemployment.

Update Your Contact Information

If your contact information changes, make updates with the Division to keep records accurate.

Unemployment Debit Cards

View unemployment benefit debit card info, FAQs, and links.

Benefit Eligibility

View eligibility requirements to qualify for unemployment benefits.

Military Spouse Benefits

Missourians who leave their job to relocate with an active military spouse may be eligible for benefits.

View Unemployment Videos

Watch these videos to answer some common unemployment questions.

Change Payment Method

Select the method of how you want to receive your unemployment benefits.

Tax Information

Tax information is available by logging into UInteract. There you can view and/or print your federal Form 1099-G.

File an Appeal

If you disagree with the decision on your benefits, you may file an appeal.

Benefits Calculator

Use this tool to calculate potential benefits.

Public Programs and Services

These programs are available to assist you while you file for benefits.

County Unemployment Statistics

View the unemployment rate and number of initial claims for unemployment by Missouri county for each month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about your unemployment benefits? Check out our most frequently asked questions to find your answer. 

Disaster Unemployment Assistance

Missourians whose employment was affected by recent severe storms and flooding may be eligible.

Partial Benefits Calculator

Estimate the unemployment benefits for which you may be eligible when working part-time.

Avoid Fraud

Be aware of your responsibilities when claiming benefits in order to avoid unemployment fraud.

Unemployment Discrimination

Learn what to do if you believe you have experienced discrimination while filing unemployment.

Regional Claims Center

Claimants Contact:
Click here to submit a request.

Jefferson City
573-751-9040

Kansas City
816-889-3101

St. Louis
314-340-4950

Springfield
417-895-6851

Outside Local Calling Area
800-320-2519

Fax
573-751-9730
This is a central fax number, so mark the item to the attention of the person to whom you are sending it. Faxing a form back? Use the fax number on the back of the form

Appeals

Division of Employment Security
Appeals Tribunal
P.O. Box 59
Jefferson City, MO 65104-0059

Phone
573-751-3913

General Fax 
573-751-5620

Fax
573-751-1321

Click here to submit a request.

Other

Switchboard
573-751-3215

Benefit Overpayment Questions
573-751-4058, option 4

Benefit Overpayment Repayment Plan
573-751-4058, option 1

Report Unemployment Fraud
573-751-4058, option 5

Report Worker Misclassification
573-751-1099

DES Central Office
P.O. Box 59
Jefferson City, MO 65104-0059

Confidential Records Request:
confidentialrequest@labor.mo.gov
573-526-4464