What are the eligibility requirements to receive weekly unemployment benefits in North Carolina?

You must be unemployed due to no fault of your own (DES will make this determination based upon information provided by you and your last employer); You must be considered monetarily eligible (earned sufficient wages to establish a claim); You must be physically able, available and actively seeking work; and.

How do I complete my weekly certification for NC unemployment?

Weekly certifications (or weekly claim for benefits) must be filed online. If you don’t have access to a computer, you can contact our customer call center by calling 1-888-737-0259.

How long does pending resolution take for unemployment NC?

No payment will be released until after this 10-day period. Your claim may be identified as ‘pending’ during this period. If there are no issues with your claim, it will take approximately 14 days from the time you file your claim to receive your first payment.

What day does unemployment get deposited in NC?

When will I receive payment? After you have filed a claim, it usually takes about 14 days to receive your first payment. The additional $600 in federal benefits will be for weeks ending April 4 – July 31.

Can I work part time and collect unemployment NC?

If you work while receiving unemployment benefits, you must report the money you earn when filing your Weekly Certification. You can earn up to 20% of your weekly benefit amount without penalty. Earnings over this amount are deducted from your weekly benefits. Always report your income for the week that you worked.

How long does it take for Pua to be approved in NC?

When claim volumes are high, it may take several weeks for the claimant to receive a determination of benefits. Ongoing eligibility for PUA is evaluated on a week-by-week basis, and claimants must be out work due to a COVID-19 related reason under the CARES Act each week to keep receiving benefits.