Welfare Info

Massachusetts Unemployment Insurance

Massachusetts

What is Massachusetts Unemployment Insurance?

Unemployment insurance benefits provide temporary financial assistance to workers unemployed through no fault of their own that meet Massachusetts' eligibility requirements.

Administration

Massachusetts Unemployment Insurance is administered by Massachusetts.

Program Requirements

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must a resident of Massachusetts and meet all of the following:

  • Unemployed, and
  • Worked in Massachusetts during the past 12 months (this period may be longer in some cases), and
  • Earned a minimum amount of wages determined by Massachusetts guidelines, and
  • Actively seeking work each week you are collecting benefits.

Contact Info

617-626-6800

How to Apply

Apply for Unemployment Insurance

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