Iowa Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: How Can I Apply For Unemployment Benefits?
  A: You may file an initial claim for unemployment insurance benefits using one of four methods: Online ­ CLICK HERE By visiting the nearest Workforce Development … More
• Q: What Happens After I File My Initial Claim For Unemployment Benefits?
  A: After you file your claim, you will be mailed a form called the Monetary Record. This form will show: The beginning date of your claim. Your four­quarter base … More
• Q: How Do I Claim Weekly Benefits?
  A: Each week you are unemployed and want to claim benefit payments, you must certify that you: are unemployed or working reduced hours; are able and available for work; … More
• Q: How Much Can I Receive In Unemployment Benefits?
  A: Your weekly benefit amount is determined by your gross wages from all covered employers in the high quarter of your base period. The base period is the first four of … More
• Q: Can I Receive Benefits If I Work Part Time?
  A: If you work while claiming benefits, you can earn up to 25 percent of your weekly benefit amount before any deduction is made from your benefit payments. All earnings … More
• Q: Can I Receive Benefits If I Attend School?
  A: You may receive benefits if you are attending school or a training course approved by Iowa Workforce Development. You must make a written application for Department … More
• Q: Are Unemployment Benefits Taxable?
  A: All unemployment insurance benefits are fully taxable on your federal and state income taxes. You have the option of having federal and/or state taxes withheld from … More
• Q: What Can I Do If I Disagree With A Denial Of Benefits?
  A: If you or the employer disagrees with a decision, either party has the right to appeal and present testimony to an administrative law judge. The appeal must be … More
• Q: What Can I Do If I Disagree With The Administrative Law Judges Decision?
  A: If you or the employer disagrees with the administrative law judge's decision, it may be appealed to the Employment Appeal Board. The appeal must be postmarked within … More
• Q: Who Are Liable Employers?
  A: A liable employer is an employing unit that is required to report wages and pay unemployment insurance taxes to the Unemployment Insurance Division. To view the … More

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