Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Benefits Guide 2024

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In this article, we will make Unemployment Insurance Benefits easy to understand with Minnesota Unemployment phone numbers and other contact information.

We understand.

The experience of unemployment is often fraught with anxiety and feelings of worthlessness. Not being able to provide for oneself and one’s family can be very difficult, and the stress of the situation can be overwhelming.

Those who are unemployed may feel like they are a burden to their loved ones, and they may feel like they are not good enough or valuable enough. It is important to remember that you are not alone in this experience, and there are people who care about you and want to help.

You are valuable, even if you are not working at the moment. There are many resources available to you, so please do not hesitate to reach out for help.

Why did we create the Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Benefits Guide?

Government websites can be difficult to navigate for a lot of people. They may be confusing or hard to use, and they may not have all the information people need. This can be frustrating and overwhelming, especially for people who are already struggling.

Having said that, please use our guide as support but NOT the official guide. You will NEED to contact the official unemployment government staff and fight for your own benefits. You can do this.

Who’s in charge of Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Benefits?

Employment and Economic Development (DEED) administers Minnesota’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) Program.

The Minnesota UI Program offers a temporary partial income replacement to Minnesota workers who are laid off due to no fault of their own. In times of economic crisis, it acts as a stabilizer and stimulator, assisting companies in maintaining a trained workforce.

Below is what its official website looks like.

How To Qualify for Minnesota Unemployment Benefits

Residents of Minnesota who satisfy the following conditions are typically considered eligible for unemployment benefits:

Have adequate earnings for review during the base period
Working in the United States is legal. If a claimant is not a U.S. citizen, they must be able to show that they have the proper authority to work. They must also be unemployed or working considerably reduced hours due to no fault of their own.
Accept acceptable job whenever it is provided if you are able and accessible.

No eligibility determinations can be made until the initial unemployment claim is submitted and reviewed. If a claimant is unemployed for any reason other than the employer’s lack of work, Minnesota law requires that a formal process be followed to determine whether you are eligible for any UI benefit.

How Much Unemployment Benefits Will I Get in Minnesota?

Base Period: First 4 of the last 5 completed quarters
Alt Base Period: N/A
Duration of Benefits: 11-26 weeks
Weekly Payment: Min $28 to Max $462
Maximum Benefits Amount (1 year): $12,012-$19,240

How Do I Apply for Minnesota Unemployment Benefits?

Minnesota’s self-service system allows you to apply for unemployment insurance benefits either online or over the phone. The online Applicant Self-Service System is the quickest and most convenient method to apply for UI benefits and keep track of your account.

After you’ve set up your account, you can file your first unemployment claim by following the step-by-step instructions.

Sunday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., an automated phone option with English, Spanish, Hmong, and Somali languages is also accessible.

Use any of the following phone numbers to apply by phone:

Twin Cities area: 651-296-3644
Greater Minnesota: 877-898-9090
TTY (for the deaf and hard of hearing): 866-814-1252

How do I Manage My Minnesota Unemployment Benefits

You will be needed to complete a weekly certification to receive your weekly unemployment payment if you wish to continue receiving unemployment compensation on a regular basis. This weekly request can be submitted online or by phone using the self-service system at the numbers indicated above.

In only a few steps, you may complete your weekly certification:

Go to your current account and sign in.
Choose “Request a Benefit Payment” from the drop-down menu.
Answer the questions concerning the previous one-week period so that Minnesota can assess if you are still eligible for additional unemployment benefits. Any hours worked or revenue made from any job, including part-time work and self-employment, must be reported.

How Do I Appeal a Minnesota Unemployment Decision?

Any party that disputes with a finding made by the Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Program, including both the employee and the Minnesota employer, is entitled to a fair and impartial hearing under Minnesota UI benefits legislation.

If you disagree with a decision made about your claim, you can file an appeal online, via mail, or by fax within the timeframe specified on your determination letter.

To appeal an online judgment, log into your account, choose the decision you disagree with, and follow the appeal steps. You can also submit an application in writing using the procedures listed below:

Fax: 651-205-4007
Mail:
P.O. Box 4629
St. Paul, MN 55101-4629

Please note that if you file an appeal by fax or mail, you must include the following information:

Your name
Detailed reasoning for the appeal
Issue ID for your claim
Social Security number

How Do I Report a Minnesota Unemployment Fraud?

In Minnesota, the easiest way to report unemployment fraud and identity theft is through your online account, where you may click “Suspected Fraudulent Activity under Other Issues.” The state of Minnesota will analyze the information and take all necessary actions to remedy the problem as soon as possible.

You can also use the state of Minnesota’s online fraud form to report fraud concerns.

How Do I Talk to a Person in Minnesota Unemployment Customer Service?

Twin Cities area: 651-296-3644

Outside of the Twin Cities calling area: 1-877-898-9090 (toll-free)

TTY for the hearing impaired: 1-866-814-1252 (toll-free)

For more information on how to apply for unemployment insurance benefits, please visit the Minnesota Unemployment Insurance website.

Automated phone instructions

Step 1: Make your language choice: press
1 for English, 2 for Spanish, 3 for Hmong, or 4 for Somali
(If you need another language, press 1 and follow the steps below to speak to a representative and request an interpreter.)
Step 2: Enter your Social Security number and password followed by the # key.
OR -If you are not asked to enter your password, press 2, and then press 0 to speak to a representative.
Step 3: Press 2 for other options;
Step 4: Press 3 for answers to commonly asked questions or to speak with a representative.
Step 5: Press 0 to speak to a representative.

What if I quit?

In general, you are not eligible if you leave your work freely.

If you quit for “good cause,” though, you may be able to collect. The state unemployment office determines what constitutes good reason, and you can make your case for getting benefits.

You should be entitled to a hearing if your claim is denied so that you can explain your claim. You should contact your local office because regulations and conditions differ from state to state.

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Minnesota Unemployment Phone Number and Office Locations

Minnesota Unemployment Office	Minnesota Unemployment Office Locations	Minnesota Unemployment Phone Number
Unemployment Office – Albert Lea	2200 Riverland DriveAlbert Lea, MN 56007-3145	507-369-1488
Unemployment Office – Alexandria	303 22nd Avenue WSuite 107Alexandria, MN 56308	320-391-9262
Unemployment Office – Austin	1600 8th Avenue NWAustin, MN 55912-1400	507-433-0555
Unemployment Office – Bemidji	2300 24th Street NWBemidji, MN 56601	218-444-0732
Unemployment Office – Blaine	1201 89th Avenue NESuite 235Blaine, MN 55434	763-324-2300
Unemployment Office – Bloomington	4220 West Old Shakopee RdSuite #200Bloomington, MN 55437	952-703-7730
Unemployment Office – Brainerd	204 Laurel StreetSuite 21Brainerd, MN 56401	218-828-2450
Unemployment Office – Brooklyn Park	7225 Northland Drive NBrooklyn Park, MN 55428	763-279-4400
Unemployment Office – Burnsville	2800 County Road 42 WBurnsville, MN 55337	952-703-3100
Unemployment Office – Cambridge	140 Buchanan St NSuite 152Cambridge, MN 55008-1756	763-279-4492
Unemployment Office – Chaska	602 East 4th StreetChaska, MN 55318	952-361-1711
Unemployment Office – Cloquet	14 North 11th StreetSuite 140Cloquet, MN 55720	218-878-5000
Unemployment Office – Cottage Grove	13000 Ravine Parkway SouthCottage Grove, MN 55016	651-430-4162
Unemployment Office – Crookston	2015 Sahlstrom DrCrookston, MN 56716	218-277-7330
Unemployment Office – Detroit Lakes	803 Roosevelt AvenueDetroit Lakes, MN 56502	218-846-7377
Unemployment Office – Duluth	402 West 1st StreetDuluth, MN 55802	218-302-8400
Unemployment Office – Fairmont	400 South State StreetSte 180Fairmont, MN 56031-0767	507-235-5518
Unemployment Office – Faribault	201 South Lyndale AvenueS1; Faribo Town SquareFaribault, MN 55021-5758	507-333-2088
Unemployment Office – Fergus Falls	1414 College WaySuite L180Fergus Falls, MN 56537	218-739-7675
Unemployment Office – Forest Lake	19955 Forest Road NorthForest Lake, MN 55025-9733	651-275-7265
Unemployment Office – Grand Rapids	1215 SE 2nd AvenueItasca Resource CenterGrand Rapids, MN 55744	218-327-6760
Unemployment Office – Hibbing	3920 13th Avenue EastHibbing, MN 55746-3675	218-231-8590
Unemployment Office – Hutchinson	2 Century Avenue SoutheastHutchinson, MN 55350	320-587-4740
Unemployment Office – International Falls	1501 Highway 71Rm SC 128International Falls, MN 56649	218-283-9427
Unemployment Office – Litchfield	114 North Holcomb AveSuite 170Litchfield, MN 55355-2273	320-593-1056
Unemployment Office – Little Falls	609 13th Ave NE Suite GLittle Falls, MN 56345	320-232-2000
Unemployment Office – Mankato	12 Civic Center PlazaSuite 1600AMankato, MN 56001-7796	507-344-2622
Unemployment Office – Marshall	607 West Main StreetThird FloorMarshall, MN 56258	507-476-4040
Unemployment Office – Minneapolis North	800 West Broadway AveMinneapolis, MN 55411	612-299-7200
Unemployment Office – Minneapolis South	777 East Lake StreetMinneapolis, MN 55407	651-539-4410
Unemployment Office – Montevideo	202 North 1st StreetSuite 100Montevideo, MN 56265	320-269-5561
Unemployment Office – Monticello	406 East 7th StreetPO Box 720Monticello, MN 55362	763-271-3700
Unemployment Office – Moorhead	715 11th Street NSuite 302Moorhead, MN 56560	218-287-5060
Unemployment Office – Mora	903 E Forest AvenueMora, MN 55051-1617	320-679-6484
Unemployment Office – New Ulm	1618 South BroadwaySuite 203New Ulm, MN 56073	507-508-4041
Unemployment Office – North Saint Paul	2266 2nd St NNorth St. Paul, MN 55109	651-266-9890
Unemployment Office – Red Wing	1606 West Third StreetRed Wing, MN 55066	651-385-6402
Unemployment Office – Rochester	2070 College View Rd ERochester, MN 55904	507-292-5152
Unemployment Office – Roseau	121 Center St E202Roseau, MN 56751	218-463-2233
Unemployment Office – Shakopee	752 Canterbury Road SouthShakopee, MN 55379-1840	952-496-8310
Unemployment Office – Saint Cloud	1542 Northway Dr.Door 2St. Cloud, MN 56303	320-308-5320
Unemployment Office – Saint Paul	540 Fairview Ave NorthSuite 103St. Paul, MN 55104	651-539-4100
Unemployment Office – Thief River Falls	1301 Highway 1 EThief River Falls, MN 56701	218-683-8060
Unemployment Office – Virginia	820 9th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792-2345	218-735-3740
Unemployment Office – Wadena	124 1st Street SESuite 2Wadena, MN 56482-0643	218-631-7660
Unemployment Office – West Saint Paul	1 Mendota Road WestSuite 170West St. Paul, MN 55118	651-554-5955
Unemployment Office – Willmar	2200 23rd Street North EastSuite 2040Willmar, MN 56201-9423	320-441-6590
Unemployment Office – Winona	1250 Homer RdSuite 200Winona, MN 55987-4842	507-205-6060
Unemployment Office – Woodbury	2150 Radio DriveWoodbury, MN 55125	651-275-8650
Unemployment Office – Worthington	318 – 9th StreetPO Box 816Worthington, MN 56187	507-295-5020

Final Thoughts

We hope the above info has been helpful to you.

We do not make any financial advice but below are some of our thoughts that could help you stand on your feet sooner than later.

Don’t feel shame about needing help, but also don’t feel entitled.
Don’t beat yourself up – things happen. The sooner you accept it and move on, the better.
Don’t burn the bridge. Work with your employer to help yourself.
- 1) Check if you are entitled to severance pay, vacation or sick pay,
- 2) Ask about extending health insurance benefits,
- 3) Ask about outplacement resources,
- 4) Request a reference letter from your employer
Review your financial positions, obligations.
Make a weekly or monthly budget. Buy what you need, so you don’t have to sell what you need.
Watch out for credit card loans – they will eat you alive.
Make an action plan with at least 3 scenarios from best to worst and examine your options.