Floridajob Org (2024)

FAQs

How to speak to a live person at Florida Unemployment? ›

Contact Us Directly at 1-833-FL-APPLY (1-833-352-7759) You will first be connected to our Interactive Voice Response system and presented with several self-service options.

How do I file my claims for unemployment compensation benefits? Reemployment Assistance /Unemployment Benefits: (800) 204-2418 or www.floridajobs.org/raaplication. Go to www.floridajobs.org/raaplication to access the online system to file an RA Claim, claim your weeks or access frequently asked questions.

You are not monetarily eligible (i.e., you do not have enough wages in the base period). last five completed calendar quarters before your benefit claim begins. You are still working, or you are partially unemployed and earning more than $275 per week. You are not able and available to work if a job became available.

File Your Florida Unemployment Claim

Within one week of becoming unemployed, you should begin the claims process to receive your Reemployment Assistance benefits. The date your application is finished determines when you will begin receiving benefits.

Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) for anyone laid off or furloughed due to the pandemic. Provides $600/week for up to 16 weeks from the date you applied (retroactive to March 29) to anyone receiving the Florida state Reemployment Assistance.

You have two options for receiving benefits: Direct Deposit: Your benefits will be deposited into your bank account 1-2 business days from the date you claimed your weeks on. Way2Go Debit Card: Your benefits will be loaded onto a debit card that we will mail to you after your first payment has been processed.

Florida law requires an individual to serve a waiting week during which no UC benefits are paid. The waiting week is the first week that an individual files a claim and meets all eligibility requirements. Benefits are generally received three to four weeks after filing the claim and meeting all eligibility criteria.

In 2021, Florida residents can receive a maximum of $275 per week for 19 weeks, totaling a maximum benefit amount of $3,300.

How much is Florida's unemployment in 2024? ›

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Florida was recently named the #1 economy by CNBC for the 2nd consecutive year. In June 2024, Florida's statewide unemployment rate holds at a low 3.3%, while the national unemployment rate climbed to 4.1%.

You must respond within the time limit or your business will not be eligible for relief from benefit charges. The time limit could be 48 hours, 5 business days, or 14 days, depending on the type of questionnaire.

Collecting unemployment insurance does not prevent you from receiving Social Security retirement benefits or vice versa. The same holds true for spousal or survivors benefits you claim on the earnings record of a retired or deceased worker.

The Florida Reemployment Tax is a tax paid by Florida employers. The tax collected from employers is deposited into the Unemployment Compensation Trust Fund for the purpose of paying Reemployment Assistance benefits to eligible claimants.

You may file a claim for partial unemployment for any week you work less than full time due to lack of work if your wages during that week are less than your weekly benefit amount. You must report all earnings while claiming benefits.

How do I apply for Reemployment Assistance benefits? You can complete an application for Reemployment Assistance benefits in-person by visiting your local CareerSource center or online at FloridaJobs.org. Please visit CareerSourceFlorida.com to find location and contact information.

MyACCESS portal (benefit information)

You can also get information about your application or benefits by using our automated response system at (850) 300-4323. Your case number or Social Security Number and date of birth are required to get your case information.

RA ONLINE - Go to floridajobs.org to access the online system to file an RA claim, claim your weeks or access frequently asked questions. center is operational from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM EST on Monday through Friday and 9 AM to 1 PM EST on Saturdays.

There are 24 local workforce development areas and about 100 career centers located statewide offering personalized assistance to job seekers and businesses. The Employ Florida toll-free number is 1-800-438-4128.