Logging In to Your District of Columbia Unemployment Claim
Where to log in to your District of Columbia unemployment claim, file weekly or biweekly certifications, check payment status, and get help.
Short answer: In the District of Columbia, unemployment claimants file a weekly continued claim (weekly certification) online through DCNetworks, the Department of Employment Services (DOES) Unemployment Insurance Benefits System, signing in with ID.me credentials; DC Department of Employment Services, Apply for Benefits
| Logging in and filing weekly claims | In the District of Columbia, unemployment claimants file a weekly continued claim (weekly certification) online through DCNetworks, the Department of Employment Services (DOES) Unemployment Insurance Benefits System, signing in with ID.me credentials; you can also certify by phone at (202) 724-7000. If you cannot file online or by phone, you may mail the form or file at any American Job Center in the District. The DOES line (202) 724-7000 also handles DC UI benefit issues (it cannot reset ID.me passwords); TTY (202) 698-4817. DCNetworks link on the page: https://www.dcnetworks.org/vosnet/Default.aspx |
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| How to apply | File a new claim online through the DOES portal (does.dcnetworks.org); DOES no longer takes new claims by phone. You must verify your identity through ID.me or at an American Job Center. Have your Social Security number, your most recent employer's name, address, phone and dates of employment, alien registration number if applicable, DD214 if ex-military, SF-8 or SF-50 if a former federal employee, and severance and pension information. Certify weekly starting the Sunday after you file, online or by phone at (202) 724-7000, no later than 7 days after the week-ending date. Source: DOES, Apply for Benefits |
| Work search requirements | Complete at least two verifiable work search contacts each week (such as job applications, job fairs, or contacting prospective employers) and keep a record of them. You must also register for work with the employment office as DOES directs. |
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FAQ
Where do I log in to my unemployment claim in District of Columbia?
In the District of Columbia, unemployment claimants file a weekly continued claim (weekly certification) online through DCNetworks, the Department of Employment Services (DOES) Unemployment Insurance Benefits System, signing in with ID.me credentials; you can also certify by phone at (202) 724-7000. If you cannot file online or by phone, you may mail the form or file at any American Job Center in the District. The DOES line (202) 724-7000 also handles DC UI benefit issues (it cannot reset ID.me passwords); TTY (202) 698-4817.
How do I apply for unemployment in District of Columbia?
File a new claim online through the DOES portal (does.dcnetworks.org); DOES no longer takes new claims by phone. You must verify your identity through ID.me or at an American Job Center. Have your Social Security number, your most recent employer's name, address, phone and dates of employment, alien registration number if applicable, DD214 if ex-military, SF-8 or SF-50 if a former federal employee, and severance and pension information. Certify weekly starting the Sunday after you file, online or by phone at (202) 724-7000, no later than 7 days after the week-ending date.
What are the work search requirements for unemployment in District of Columbia?
Complete at least two verifiable work search contacts each week (such as job applications, job fairs, or contacting prospective employers) and keep a record of them. You must also register for work with the employment office as DOES directs.
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