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Unemployment Benefits | Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)

1300 South 9th Street, Springfield, IL 62701

Eligibility

Individuals who have been laid off

Required documents

Upon request

(800) 244-5631
Voice·

Toll-Free

(217) 558-0401
Voice·

Main Phone

(312) 793-1597
Voice·

Main Phone

Application process

Call or visit website for services

Fees

None

Service area

IL

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.

Last assured

06/16/2025

Providing organization

Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)

Provides employment services.