Welcome to the WorkForce West Virginia Unemployment Compensation Division Web Application
WorkForce West Virginia will not contact you via text message regarding your unemployment claim. If you receive a text regarding your claim, do not click any links. Please choose one of the options below to continue. Work search requirements for unemployment benefits has changed. For more information visit WorkForceWV.org.
Options
To file a new/additional Initial Unemployment Claim (It is recommended that you do not file using a cell phone or tablet.)
Have you filed a new unemployment claim with West Virginia in the last 12 months?
Did you stop filing benefits due to:
To file your weekly certification for benefits (All Devices Supported).
To update your Payment Method
For local claim office location and hours
If you are a claimant and want specific information about your claim (Tax Information 1099G)
To access and download important forms
For the amount of benefits you may be paid per week
For general information on Unemployment Benefits
If you are an employer, starting a new business or needing information, click here to access online services.
Change your information (address, phone or email)
Apply for Trade Readjustment Allowances
(TAA/TRA – If eligible, apply three days after establishing regular claim.)
Apply for Short Time Compensation (STC) Benefits