Unemployment
Individuals applying for unemployment benefits and employers managing tax and unemployment information must have an online account.
Applying for Unemployment
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Tips for Filing for Unemployment Benefits
When you’re filing for unemployment benefits, it’s important to read all the information you receive from the Division of Employment Security, know your responsibilities and provide accurate information. If you don’t, you may have to pay back benefits you were not eligible to receive, or you may be committing fraud. Follow these Tips for Filing for Unemployment Benefits to avoid errors and help ensure you receive proper benefit payments.
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Report Fraud
If you suspect unemployment benefits fraud, report it to DES.
North Carolina Division of Employment Security
The Division of Employment Security (opens in new tab) works hard to help North Carolinians understand unemployment insurance and receive the benefits for which they are eligible.