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02/05/2019

What information is needed to file my unemployment benefits claim in Tennessee?

What information is needed to file my unemployment benefits claim in Tennessee?

Social Security Number, a Jobs4TN username and password (created during the claim process), basic personal information, employment history dates and wage amounts, bank routing number (if choosing direct deposit to receive benefits). Military, farm work, workers’ compensation, child support, and public assistant programs (like TANF and SNAP/Food Stamps) questions.

How do I apply for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance in Tennessee?

You can file a UI application online at jobs4tn.gov or call (844) 224-5818. Due to high call volume at this time, we recommend filing online outside normal business hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CST. Please note, you will not be eligible for PUA until you have been determined ineligible for UI benefits or have exhausted all regular UI benefits.

What is the maximum benefit I can receive through unemployment benefits in Tennessee?

A claimant’s benefit rate is based on the recent wages he/she earned from his/her employer(s) over the last 18 months. The maximum weekly benefit amount in Tennessee is currently $275. (Claimants would also be eligible for the additional $600 under the FPUC program until July 31, 2020.)

When should I file my unemployment assistance claim in Tennessee?

You may file your claim at any time after being laid off without pay or separated from your employer.

What two forms of ID can I use for unemployment?

Acceptable Documents for Identity Verification

  • State identification (ID) card.
  • Driver license.
  • US passport or passport card.
  • US military card (front and back)
  • Military dependent’s ID card (front and back)
  • Permanent Resident Card.
  • Certificate of Citizenship.
  • Certificate of Naturalization.

How do you file for unemployment in Tennessee?

To begin the document upload process, visit www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/online and navigate to e-Services. Existing customers will enter the required information fields and select “Upload Documents” from their service menu.

How do you sign up for unemployment in Tennessee?

To sign up for unemployment in Tennessee, information from an applicant’s last 18 months of employment must be disclosed, including employer contact and wage information. Basic contact information for the most recent separating employer, including the employer name, address, telephone number and fax number must be submitted.

What is the phone number for unemployment in Tennessee?

Tennessee Unemployment Phone Number. Sometimes you just have to talk to a live person to get answers to your questions. In that case, you can call the TN Unemployment Phone Number: Toll Free: 1 (877) 813-0950.

How do you contact unemployment?

What method of contact is better depends mostly on your reason for contacting it. Unemployment compensation (UC) services are offered by telephone through local call centers and online. You may call the Unemployment compensation service center at 888-313-7284.

How do you file an unemployment claim?

1) Collect any income-related information like pay stubs, etc. 2) Fill out an application online. 3) Review your claim before submitting it and write down your payment request dates.