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Unemployment Insurance
The Bureau of Unemployment Compensation contributes to economic stability by providing temporary employer-funded benefits to eligible individuals while they seek re-employment. We operate an accessible, integrity-driven program in a timely and accurate manner.
Have Questions?
- Claimant Instruction Guide to completing an online interview questionnaire (PDF)
- What does my status mean?
- What is the Work Search requirement?
- How do I verify my identity for my claim?
- What is an overpayment?
- How to change your unemployment account password
- 1099G and Tax information (PDF)
- All FAQs
- WorkShare for Employers
- WorkShare for Employees
News Releases
- 9/19/2024: Higher Fines for Labor Law Violations Go into Effect Today
- 9/19/2024: 2024 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Continues with Presque Isle Hiring Event September 26
- 9/17/2024: Annual Tea Celebrating Deaf Culture September 19
- 9/11/2024: Maine's Minimum Wage to Increase to $14.65 Per Hour in 2025