Welfare Info

Rhode Island Unemployment Insurance

Rhode Island

What is Rhode Island Unemployment Insurance?

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

Administration

Rhode Island Unemployment Insurance is administered by Rhode Island.

Program Requirements

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

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

Contact Info

401-243-9100

How to Apply

Application

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