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  • In Observance of Veterans Day

    Our offices will be closed, Tuesday, November 11, in honor of Veterans Day. Many of our services may still be accessed 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the Internet.

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  • Empower Your Business

    Need assistance? Our dedicated staff is here to help you contact qualified individuals.

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  • Federal Bank Holiday

    Tuesday, November 11, is Veterans Day, a federal holiday, and banks will be closed. Unemployment payments that would have been paid that day will be delayed up to 48 hours.

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  • MDES is Business as Usual

    A government shutdown will have no immediate impact on MDES operations including unemployment benefits, job search functions and UI tax operations.

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  • Online Unemployment Insurance Changes

    A new online unemployment insurance system will be available Thursday, November 6, 2025. Unemployment applicants will see changes throughout the system.

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  • Reflections 2024

    Our Labor Market Information department has released Reflections 2024: An in-depth look at Mississippi's Economy

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  • Federal Shutdown: Mississippi

    Federal workers furloughed due to the partial government shutdown may apply for unemployment benefits to help them meet their financial obligations while they wait to return to their jobs.

    More informationAbout Unemployment Claims

  • New Mobile WIN Job Center

    MDES is proud to introduce its new Mobile WIN Job Center, which will deliver a wide range of employment services to job seekers and businesses throughout the state

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  • Fraud Alert

    Mississippi Department of Employment Security is alerting the public of an attempted scam reported to us by employers who received fraudulent letters by mail.

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  • 1099 Information

    The 1099s reflecting unemployment benefits paid in 2024 will be generated the week of January 17, 2025, to the last address on file. Email messages will also be sent to claimants who elected to receive electronic notifications, informing them of the ability to view and print their 1099G online.

    1099 Information Incorrect 1099-G Forms and Fraud

  • Online Garnishment Payments

    Employers, TPAs, and payroll service providers can now pay their Employee Garnishments online. This allows immediate processing of your payment and eliminates mailing paper checks. You can make payments through our online screens or upload your data into our system.

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  • Report Refusals of Work

    Mississippi Department of Employment Security needs your help to identify refusals of work. For more information and to report refusals of work, visit the page below.

    Report Refusal of WorkMore Information (PDF)

  • No Fee for Services

    We do not solicit payments by phone or social media. Our employees are prohibited from using social media to assist customers. If you are asked to pay a fee for these services, DO NOT PAY the fee, instead report this to MDES. There is no fee for Unemployment Services through MDES.

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  • UI Fraud Consumer Protection Guide

    Unemployment Insurance Fraud Consumer Protection Guide from the U.S. Department of Justice National Unemployment Insurance Fraud Task Force...

    Consumer GuideIdentity Theft Resource Center

  • Weekly Certifications

    If you do not file your weekly certifications you will not receive benefits.

    To Maintain EligibilityWeekly Claims Procedure

  • Properly Reporting Earnings

    Did you know failure to properly report earnings may result in prosecution in federal and/or state courts?

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  • Report Identity Theft and Fraud

    Has someone filed an unemployment claim using your information? Do you know of someone falsifying information to collect unemployment? Report this immediately to MDES.

    Learn MoreAbout UI Claims

  • What information do I need to file an Unemployment Claim?

    For a checklist of this information, click the link below.

    For details, click hereTo file your claim online

  • Been a while since you looked for a job?

    Take a look at our job search ideas, interview tips and suggestions on how to dress for success before you begin your job search.

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  • The MSWorks Mobile App is Now Available

    MSWorks is the mobile gateway to all of the Mississippi Works and MDES online services.

    Get it on Google PlayDownload on the App Store

  • Bulk Filing for Payroll Providers!

    MDES now offers the option of Bulk Filing to its customers who file quarterly Tax and Wage Reports for multiple clients.

    More InformationAbout UI Tax Reporting and Filing

  • New Hire Reporting

    Employers and taxpayers of Mississippi will benefit from the New Hire program by reducing overpayments of unemployment compensation, by detecting and preventing benefit payments to workers who have returned to work, and more…

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  • Help Keep Your Tax Rates Low

    Help keep your tax rates low by using Sides E-Response... a fast, free, and secure way for employers to respond to requests for separation information online.

    More InformationVisit uisides.org

  • Helping Mississippi’s employers

    MDES offers employers many helpful services--posting jobs, recruitment, help with unemployment taxes and more.

    Post Job OpeningsFile and/or Pay Unemployment Tax

Filing an Unemployment Claim?

Filing an Unemployment Claim

What information do I need to file an Unemployment Claim?

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Mississippi Access to Maternal Assistance (MAMA)

Mississippi Access to Maternal Assistance

Mississippi Access to Maternal Assistance (MAMA) connects pregnant women and mothers to public and private resources from across the state.

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Report Fraud

Report Identity Theft & Fraud

Report fraud connected with filing unemployment benefits claims, including someone using the confidential information of you or one of your workers.

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Find a WIN Job Center Near You.

WIN Job Center Locations

WIN Job Centers are conveniently located throughout the state. Find the center nearest you, business hours and services offered.

See WIN Locations

I just lost my job. What now?

It's overwhelming, we know. But you've come to the right place. MDES will take you through the simple, easy step-by-step process of filing for unemployment and finding a new job.

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How do I file for unemployment?

This is step one—the start to a new future for yourself. To file a claim to receive your unemployment benefits, register online with MDES. We'll help you all along the way.

FILE TODAY