If you are a resident of Missouri and have recently become unemployed you are probably asking yourself: How do I qualify for Missouri UI benefits? This article will answer this question and help you file a successful application for unemployment benefits in Missouri.

There are seven main requirements to qualify for unemployment insurance benefits in Missouri. Four you need to meet to qualify and three you need follow to remain eligible.

Legal Requirements

Unemployed workers in Missouri may be required to report at a DWD Career Center once every four weeks. If you fail to report, you could lose your unemployment insurance benefits. However, avoiding the risk of losing your benefits is not the only reason to visit a Career Center or a Claims Center. These offices provide unemployed workers with useful services you can use to help you find a new job.

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