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
Hours
Mon 8:30 am - 5 pm
Tue 8:30 am - 5 pm
Wed 8:30 am - 5 pm
Thu 8:30 am - 5 pm
Fri 8:30 am - 5 pm
(800) 244-5631
Voice
(217) 558-0401
Voice - Main | Appointment Scheduling
(312) 793-1597
Voice - Main | RESP Hotline
Languages
English
Application process
Call or visit website for services
Fees
None
Service area
Illinois
Description
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.
Date of Last Formal Update
06/16/2025
Data provided by
211 Nebraska
Providing organization
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY (IDES)
Provides employment services.