UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS | ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY (IDES)

Files claims and determines eligibility for unemployment benefits. The fastest way to access unemployment benefits is through the website. People can also file at the local IDES office.

Date of Last Formal Update

06/16/2025

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211 Nebraska

Physical Address

1300 South 9th Street, Springfield, IL 62701

Hours

Mon 8:30 am - 5 pm; Tue 8:30 am - 5 pm; Wed 8:30 am - 5 pm; Thu 8:30 am - 5 pm; Fri 8:30 am - 5 pm;

Voice

(217) 558-0401

Main | Appointment Scheduling

Voice

(312) 793-1597

Main | RESP Hotline

Application process

Call or visit website for services

Fee

None

Required documents

Upon request

Eligibility

Individuals who have been laid off

Languages

English

Service area

Illinois

Agency info

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY (IDES)

Provides employment services.