Unemployment After Quitting in South Carolina
When quitting a job in South Carolina still qualifies for unemployment, and what counts as good cause.
Short answer: You may be ineligible if you quit without good cause, left for personal reasons unrelated to work, or retired voluntarily. DEW collects information from you and your former employer before deciding. SC DEW, Claimant Handbook (as of 9/3/2025), "Qualifying for UI Benefits" and "UI Eligibility Determinations"
| If you quit | You may be ineligible if you quit without good cause, left for personal reasons unrelated to work, or retired voluntarily. DEW collects information from you and your former employer before deciding. |
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| Appealing a denial | You must appeal to the Appeal Tribunal within 10 calendar days of the mailing date on the determination. A hearing officer holds a hearing by phone. If you disagree with the Appeal Tribunal's decision, you can appeal to the Appellate Panel within 10 calendar days of that decision's mailing date. Late appeals cannot be considered. Appeals are free. Keep filing weekly claims while you appeal. |
Where to get help in South Carolina
More South Carolina unemployment benefits
- Logging In to Your South Carolina Unemployment Claim
- Unemployment for Self-Employed and Gig Workers in South Carolina
- Unemployment After Being Fired in South Carolina
- How Much Unemployment Pays in South Carolina
- How to File for Unemployment in South Carolina
- All South Carolina unemployment benefits rules
FAQ
Can you get unemployment if you quit in South Carolina?
You may be ineligible if you quit without good cause, left for personal reasons unrelated to work, or retired voluntarily. DEW collects information from you and your former employer before deciding.
How do I appeal an unemployment denial in South Carolina?
You must appeal to the Appeal Tribunal within 10 calendar days of the mailing date on the determination. A hearing officer holds a hearing by phone. If you disagree with the Appeal Tribunal's decision, you can appeal to the Appellate Panel within 10 calendar days of that decision's mailing date. Late appeals cannot be considered. Appeals are free. Keep filing weekly claims while you appeal.
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.