North Carolina Unemployment Weekly Claims
Updated : September 5th, 2019
You may file for weekly claims either online or by telephone.
To file a weekly certification by telephone you must call 1-888-372-3453.
- Claimants with odd number SSNs (Social Security Number) à Monday & Wednesday through Saturday,
- Claimants with even number SSNs à Tuesday through Saturday
While claiming online, please remember to use the ‘logout’ button when you are finished using the NC DES website rather than closing the browser window. This will protect your personal information and is important if you are using a public computer, at a DES office or a library.
If you are having problems logging into the website, call 1-888-737-0259 from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Monday through Friday.
Note: Each application displays its own hours of availability which may differ from the above specified login availability times.
- Monday – Friday – 2:00 A.M. – 12:00 Midnight ET
- Saturday – 6:00 A.M. – 12:00 Midnight ET
- Sunday – 12:00 Noon – 12:00 Midnight ET
I just applied for benefits on 10/17/2019. It has been so long since I have file for UI that I’m not sure about anything. Since I have an interview on Tuesday with a temp agency, I don’t anticipate having to be on UI for too long. But, for starters, on my homepage on the web site, where do I go to file my weekly certification? The only hyperlink in on the Contact page doesn’t work. This being a Saturday could be why since it hasn’t been a full week for me yet. There also appears to be some unresolved issues regarding my claim. Anyway, the last time I was on UI, I was told to go ahead and file my certification like normal despite the problems and keep track of my work search. But, my main question though, “How do I file my weekly certification online?”
John,
It’s quite simple and easy. To get started, please visit the website below and navigate through it after registration.
https://des.nc.gov/des
Can you confirm that you must file your weekly claim by 6p Sunday for the payment to post Monday? I didn’t receive mine today & the lady I spoke with said this but Ive filed at 11p. Just concerned because no one had ever informed me of this. Thanks!
I files and approved on a reopened claim. been approved a week ago. got the card but nothing was released to card.
Kenny,
Please call the Claims Center for an update on payment status.
Will not except user name to change pin
David,
Please lookout for an option to reset the PIN/speak to a claims representative for assistance.
I need to change my pin
Brenda,
Please call the Claims Center for assistance.
I answered a question wrong by mistake when applying, now it’s saying pending resolution, I’ve tried calling but I can’t get anyone, please help
Allison,
Please try finding answers online since there might be limited phone support due to the shortage of staffing. You can use the “Resources” or “FAQs” section of the website.
Why can’t I file my weekly certification. I tried yesterday and today.
Sharon,
Please let us know the response. You can also call the Claims Center for immediate assistance.
I guess the website has been down for maintenance all day today? the past few weeks any sort of maintenance is noted in a box in the bottom right hand corner with a timeframe or when it will be back up. Am I the only one having this issue today? I mean I need to file my claim for the past week and calling in takes hours to get someone on the phone with no assurance they wont just disconnect the line.
How do I do my weekly certification.??????
Lauren,
Please use this website link to make a claim over the internet. We suggest you make a note of the stipulated time during a week when you can claim.
Here is the link – https://des.nc.gov/des
What day of the week are the benefits direct deposited? This is my 3rd week with nothing.
Jay,
Please call the Claims Center for status. If should not take so long for sure.
So I was fired for violating policy on October 18th,2018… filed on nov 11th 2018 cause I figured I wouldn’t get Benefits cause of the reason but I learned that due to what happened even tho I was fired that they would research it and I would be approved, so I applied, it took until Dec 19th to finally be approved. So I was approved… I called and they said 48 hours and I would get paymemt… it’s now dec 23 and no payment which sucks cause there goes Christmas… anyways I went online to file for my weekly claim as I do every week anyways and it said ‘reason for delay in payment this week’ – nothing was listed… said beneath it ‘reason for delay in ALL payments’ it said “Relief of charges”… so the reason why I’m messaging… since I was approved and filed this week could I possibly expect a payment tomorrow? By chance? Also- is anyone else having this much of a delay and run around right now? And most importantly- ‘relief of charges’ does this Mean they are fighting to not have to pay still even tho I was approved? And will this delay my payment further?? This is horrific… I can’t pay my rent, no food, and Christmas is ruined for my family… and I can’t find a job tho I apply for multiple every day and have had numberous interviews… * side note I did land two jobs this week but I have to wait until after the new year to start ughhj u
I filed before thanksgiving and it took till I contacted the media, govonors office, and Lockhart Taylor (ui secretary) before I got approved just last week. They act like it’s just your case but it is not. I was patient but nothing happened till I got nasty. Get nasty. Tell on them. Get your money.
I applied January 12th. Got the approval letter shortly after about how much I could potentially get. I submitted a weekly claim online and it shows pending resolution. I was let go the very last day of my maternity leave because my husband, who previously worked for the company, took a new job and they viewed it as a conflict of interest. I then got another letter in the mail for an Eligibility review notice. I tried to upload that on the portal because it says you can and no matter how many times I try, the documents NEVER show online. I called yesterday, 38 minute hold time just to find out what’s going on. So, still haven’t gotten paid and can’t figure out what’s going on. I submitted my weekly claims twice. Still no update. It’s so frustrating.
Ashleigh,
I can understand your situation. If you continue facing difficulties reaching the Claims Center, please consider visiting an office in the vicinity.
Just an update… I finally got my approval and all the issues fixed after calling my state representative… the approval and payment was sent in the same day after the BS was fixed which was on Jan 4th… what a mess it was. Unemployed since Oct 19th, and finally was approved dec 19th and took til Jan 4th to be paid
That’s good news, Jessica. Best wishes for your job search and unemployment claims.
I am so happy to see your note for I am in the same situation. I have been trying to sell whatever I can of personal property with no luck. I guess I may lose my home and lose everything. The neighbors have made sure that I don’t starve. So, probably a lot of folks are just like us. I have been paying taxes in this State all my life. I cannot believe the State would let us go like this.
I’m curious it’s week 6 for me without anything. Did they back pay you for the past weeks.
He’ll yeah I am getting issues delaying payment for the last three weeks.But it tells you not to call to wait but does not tell you what the reason is for the delay.Well I am calling Monday this is bull s
Ralph,
I can understand your frustration. Please speak to a member of the claims center for assistance.
I have been filing weekly since 9/30/18 with no payments. It has a pending resolution due to termination as no fault of my own. I need answers as to why its taking so long. I have not been denied. Any answers would be appreciated.
Kathy,
Please note this is a private forum and we do not have access to your claim file. I suggest you chase the Claims Center for updates at regular intervals until payments normalize.
They are an absolute joke!!! Who knew I would have to jump through so many freaking hoops just to claim benefits. After holding for almost three hours the very “professional” and polite customer service representative hung up on me!
What state are you in? North Carolina? I may have a contact for you.
I’m in North Carolina, please point me the way…thank you
Caitlyn,
Please provide more details surrounding your question.
clearly I didn’t read that this forum was for no. I applied 09/23/2018 got wage info 10/29 filed weekly certifications, still nothing emailed a rep advised to wait full six weeks? Replied back it has been 12+ weeks was advised to call to provide claim is number. Attached in email was contact info, I called rep said she will send to supervisor due to length of time with no denial or approve advised to keep all work search. I would advised you try this. Especially if it is past six weeks. Good luck, let me know if I can help in any way.
I applied 09/23/2018 got wage info 10/29 filed weekly certifications, still nothing emailed a rep advised to wait full six weeks. Replied back it has been 12+ weeks was advised to call to provide claim is number. Attached in email was contact info, I called rep said she will send to supervisor due to length of time with no denial or approve advised to keep all work search.
I have been filing my claims since the first of September. I went online to file my claim for last week and am not given the option to File Weekly Certification. My benefits have not expired. I worked a temp job 3 days the prior week. That seems to have thrown a wrench in the system.
Darla,
Please call the Claims Center for specific assistance in this regard. There might be a hold on the claim.
Thank you, Sam. I’ve called 4 times, 2 of the times I was on hold close to 4 hours. They started my claim over due to a glitch in the system so they’re counting 2 of the weeks I didn’t get paid as my grace period. It can only be fixed by a certain department. The reps I talk to send emails to that department, to no avail. I’m hurting w/o those 2 weeks of pay. Looks like I’m going to call a 5th time and hope they will resolve it this time.
how to correct weekly certification after completed in nc?
Theresa,
Please call the Claims Center on phone for further instructions.
I tried to file my weekly claim, but was told I couldn’t, due to the system update to file today 8/28…I have tried to file online but cannot get in to do that. I have been on hold for 2 hours with customer service. I need help….
Judy
Judith,
I hope its fixed now. Please try calling the Unemployment Office if the issue persists.
What day is benefits pay on from the state of North Carolina
Jackie,
The relevant details are available upon sign-in on https://des.nc.gov/des. Please log in to check.
I got my back pay and did my weekly certification on Sunday, June 3 and got all three payments that Monday. Will that happen again this Monday, which is today, since I did my weekly certification at 2 a.m. on Sunday June 10?
Benjamin,
I suggest you call the Claims Center for a precise update.
I went thru my 1 week waiting period , then filed my 2nd week certificate and it said I will not get a payment this week because I didn’t do what I was supposed to do during 1 week wait period ? I have email record of job searches for every day since I was laid off. I’m about to be homeless and or starve to death. What is the issue ????? Thanks for any help.
Michael,
I suggest you call the Claims Center immediately for an update.
I had to go on line and change my pin to call unemployment in Tuesday today is Thursday still no money
Connie,
Please call the Claims Center for an update on payment status.
How do I set up so I can start calling in they send me nothing on how on how to do this its my first time smh and I think I suppose to call on Sundays to but how can I and they havnt gave me any information on how to do so smh
Robert,
Please use the link below to access the webpage which has all the information.
https://des.nc.gov/des
When is money deposited on the desk prepaid card since yesterday was a holiday.
It should happen a day before or after the holiday. If not credited, please call the Claims Center for an update.
I under reported my earnings by just a few dollars because I earned $15 per hour and some-odd cents. But I reported my earnings as just $15 an hour and it does make a little bit of difference. Can I adjust my report to be more accurate so that I am not charged with fraud and forced to pay the difference with suitable penalty
Stephen,
Please call the Claims Center immediately and take further instructions on how you can have this corrected.
I tried calling the number to for calling in unemployment to answer questions for my week but said I was already certified but when I gave the computer my pin number it said I couldn’t? use that for me set another pin but on Des account that what I use so how to change my pin number to what I gave computer on Des account
Please call the Claims Center for further assistance. A reset may be required.
Need help changing my pin#. Dont have access to a computer its saying my pin is incorrect… I cant file..
Please note this is a private forum. For instructions regarding PIN reset, please call the Claims Center on the phone numbers provided.
When should I file my weekly certification? Monday for previous week or Saturday for the week of?
Please use the link below to access related information that will help you file on a timely basis.
https://des.nc.gov/PortalCommon/Content/Downloads/Unemployment_Insurance_Overview_Final.pdf
I have been filing weekly claim for 4 weeks received a call about my benefits was approved but I don’t know when benefits actually start how would I find this out?
You should have received the notification by now. Please call the Claims Center immediately for an update.
Website that I go to for weeks to file claims now says certificate error and I can’t file my claim. What do I do?
Please call the Claims Center on the phone numbers provided and speak to a representative for clarification.
Fired on December 15/2016.
Please let us know how we can help you.
Fired Dec 15 before I had to go in.
If you were fired due to “Involuntary” reasons that was not a fault from your end, please consider applying for UI benefits.
I got fired from my job Dec 15/2016.
Please let us know how we can help you.
Is there a limit to the amount of money you can make weekly while on unemployment benefits? For example if I were to get a part time job and make $180 weekly to supplement my unemployment.
If you’re filing from the state of North Carolina, please use the link below to estimate the benefits you’re eligible for.
https://www.ncesc1.com/individual/EstimateBenefits/ESTBenefitsMain.asp
I filed dec 2 2019 and its still pending. How tf am i supposed to pay my bills until i get a new job? Ive already filed 7 weekly claims. This is BS
Have you gotten paid yet? I filed January 20 and still haven’t received anything either…
I try to claim an week but don’t let me because I need to sing in on workforce in North Carolina. But I live in another state and I’m sing in for that state what I need to do. ?
You can try applying over the phone.
Please call the Customer Service for further information in this regard.
I was trying to file my weekly certification and I received a message that stated “You may not file a claim at this time, because our records show that your benefits have exhausted.” What does this mean?
It means there are no benefit weeks left in your account. You seem to have claimed it all.
Please speak to a claims representative for clarification.
I filed my weekly claim & 4 additional questions were added this week. I was told my claim was accepted but could not payout this week. I really need my benefits and believe I may have answered one of these questions incorrectly, as nothing has changed with my status. Please help.
Please call the claims center immediately to notify the authorities.
Last week when I went to work I was told that I was suspended for stealing time, I was sent home on Thursday and didn’t work Friday. I called Friday and they told me the person who makes the decisions was on vacation, I called my supervisor at 4:45 and he told me to come in Monday at 8:00 am, I did and I could not log in until 8:45 and I went to work. I went back to work Tuesday and they told me that they haven’t heard a thing about coming back and it is now Thursday and they keep telling me that they still haven’t heard a thing about my employment, I keep calling and they are still not telling me anything, what are my options here.
Please chase until they convey the final decision.
If they terminate your job wrongfully, you can claim UI benefits until you find another job.
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Please let us know how we can help.
Why cant I file my weekly certification
Please call the claims center on the phone numbers provided for further information.
i did my weekly claim but i made a mistake and punch the wrong answer, now it says i wont get my check this week ,can i fix this problem?
Not sure if you can go back. Please call the claims center on the phone numbers provided for further information.
I was forced to resign from Cleveland County Schools because I failed out
of bus driver training and they require you to have a bus driver’s license. Do I still qualify for unemployment benefits, I worked the entire 10 month school year?
My last day of work was January 30th, 2014, I applied for benefits and am on my last day of one week waiting period. My question is this, on the weekly certification what do I put for the week ending 02/01/14? I was paid semi monthly and my last check went from 01/16-01/30/2014? Should I file my weekly certification starting February 14th, 2014?
Please call up the claims center of the Labor department for more accurate info. You may please use the link below to access contact information.
http://www.ncesc1.com/main/contactMain.asp
I am waiting for my benefits of two weeks ..I fill it the forms,and a send all my information..could you tell me what happen …thanks for your cooperation..
David lopez social security 770-03-0743
to file a weekly claim. It couldn’t be processed because I was told I was disqualified. Why?
I filed for unemployment in July . It was temporarily layoff. The 1st week was a waiting week and the 2nd week I worked 1 day. I was calling in to my job. to check to see if there were work during this time and have not received money for my unemployment. Why
Please check the website to see if there is any information on your claim status. Did you actually claim benefits for these two weeks? Did the employer give you a definite date of recall? I do not see any reason you were not approved. If the website does not give you information that answers your questions and if you have actually “claimed” the benefits either online or by phone, call the local office and let them know.