Arkansas Unemployment Guide

If you've recently lost your job in Arkansas, you may be eligible for Arkansas Unemployment Insurance benefits. Use this handy guide as a jumping off point to collecting all the benefits that are rightfully yours.

Filing for Unemployment:

Arkansas claims can be filed online or be mailed or brought to an Arkansas Department of Workforce Services (DWS) office in person. You can pick up a UI Claimant form (Application for Unemployment Benefits) at a DWS office or download form ESD-ARK-501 (PDF). Arkansas Department of Workforce Services office locations can be found online.