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Handbook for Unemployed Workers

Handbook for Unemployed Workers
This booklet covers the basics on claiming unemployment benefits in Michigan, including eligibility, benefit rights and responsibilities, receiving payments and more.

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What You Should Know When Claiming UI Benefits

There are specific rules and regulations for claiming unemployment (UI) benefits. We can help you understand these requirements and help you prepare to apply. Learn more about claiming unemployment benefits by clicking the button below.
Information that you provide to the Unemployment Insurance Agency may be subject to disclosure in accordance with federal and state law requirements.
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MiWAM

Michigan Web Account Manager

The Michigan Web Account Manager (MiWAM) is the UIA's online system for filing your unemployment insurance claim and managing your unemployment account electronically. With MiWAM you can apply for benefits, certify for benefits, send a message, update your account information and more. MiWAM is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

For step by step instructions on how to create your account, view the MiWAM Toolkit for Claimants.

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Work Search

Claimants receiving unemployment benefits are required to actively search for work and report at least one work search activity for each week they claim benefits.
Work Search Requirement

Register For Work

Unemployed workers filing a new claim for benefits are required to register for work with Michigan Works! staff and verify their registation with either an
in person or virtual appointment.
Work Registration Requirement

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