Unemployment After Quitting in Arizona
When quitting a job in Arizona still qualifies for unemployment, and what counts as good cause.
Short answer: You are disqualified if you quit without good cause connected with your work. The disqualification lasts until you have earned wages equal to five times your weekly benefit amount in later work. A.R.S. § 23-775(1)
| If you quit | You are disqualified if you quit without good cause connected with your work. The disqualification lasts until you have earned wages equal to five times your weekly benefit amount in later work. Quitting because of transportation problems is not disqualifying if the travel required was more than is normal in your occupation and your past practice, or if compelling personal circumstances required you to leave, such as a commute of more than 30 miles or more than 1.5 hours, or leaving to go with a spouse or parent in the armed services transferred under official orders. Re-verified 2026-10-27. Source: A.R.S. § 23-775(1) |
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| Appealing a denial | You must appeal within 15 calendar days after the determination was mailed to your last known address (or within 7 calendar days after it was delivered to you). Appeals may be filed in writing, electronically or by phone. Before the appeal period ends you may instead ask for a reconsidered determination. Re-verified 2026-10-27. Source: A.R.S. § 23-773 |
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FAQ
Can you get unemployment if you quit in Arizona?
You are disqualified if you quit without good cause connected with your work. The disqualification lasts until you have earned wages equal to five times your weekly benefit amount in later work. Quitting because of transportation problems is not disqualifying if the travel required was more than is normal in your occupation and your past practice, or if compelling personal circumstances required you to leave, such as a commute of more than 30 miles or more than 1.5 hours, or leaving to go with a spouse or parent in the armed services transferred under official orders.
How do I appeal an unemployment denial in Arizona?
You must appeal within 15 calendar days after the determination was mailed to your last known address (or within 7 calendar days after it was delivered to you). Appeals may be filed in writing, electronically or by phone. Before the appeal period ends you may instead ask for a reconsidered determination.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.