If you have general questions about unemployment insurance, such as who is eligible or how to apply, please visit NJ Department of Labor’s website: nj.gov/labor. The site also has a new chat feature to answer your specific questions.
If you are having trouble certifying for your weekly benefits, please click this link for a step-by-step instructions: Step-by-Step Guide
If you require assistance with your unemployment claim, please click the following link to fill out an online form. A Department of Labor agent will assist you in the order in which your request was received: UI Form Link
Additional Resources:
· Reset your PIN and check your claims status: Claims Status
· Self-employed, gig worker, freelancer information for filing and certifying for benefits:Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
· Applying for unemployment benefits, NJ Paid Family & Medical Leave, Emergency Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family & Medical Leave: Worker FAQ’s
· New password for my account: UI Form Link
We know these are difficult times and we appreciate your patience. The Department of Labor is working as quickly as possible to serve everyone.