Extended Unemployment Benefits In Wisconsin: Eligibility & Payment
Updated : December 14th, 2020

As the pandemic-induced economic downturn continues to affect the Wisconsinites, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has announced extended unemployment benefits in the state. This post will tell you who qualifies for the extended unemployment benefits in Wisconsin and how to apply for the program.
More About The Extended Unemployment Benefits In Wisconsin?
On Wednesday, December 2, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development announced that the residents could begin applying for the Extended Benefits (EB). The Department could trigger EB because the state’s unemployment rate had reached its threshold level. Under the Extended Benefits program, the residents can receive Unemployment Insurance (UI) for an additional 13 weeks.
The first payable week under this program is retroactive to the week ending May 23, 2020, or the first week after a claimant has exhausted all their benefits received through the regular and Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) program. The last payable week is the week ending November 2020.
Who Qualifies For The Extended Unemployment Benefits In Wisconsin?
One should meet certain eligibility criteria to qualify for the extended unemployment benefits in Wisconsin. They include:
- Should exhaust all benefits received through the regular unemployment program
- Should exhaust benefits received through the Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation program
- Shouldn’t qualify for the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program
How To Apply For The Extended Unemployment Benefits In Wisconsin?
Individuals who have run out of regular unemployment benefits or PEUC will have to apply with the Department. Wisconsin extended unemployment benefits application can be found in the “Important Messages” section of the claimant portal dashboard.
Individuals who have exhausted benefits but are no longer claiming them will be notified of EB eligibility through the mail.
How Much Benefits Will You Receive Under The Extended Benefits Program?
You will receive the same amount as you receive through the regular unemployment program. The maximum unemployment benefits in Wisconsin $370, and the minimum is $54.
Will You Receive Extended Benefits If You Are Recently Unemployed?
No, you will not receive Extended Benefits if you have lost your job recently. However, you can apply for a regular Unemployment Insurance program.
Note that to qualify for regular unemployment benefits in Wisconsin, you must meet several eligibility criteria. Some of them include:
- You are fully or partially unemployed through no fault of your own
- Your weekly earnings are reduced
- You have worked for minimum numbers of hours
- You have earned minimum wages
Normally, the Department requires you to meet work search requirements as well. But this requirement is currently waived off due to the pandemic.
Documents Required
You will have to provide several details while applying for the Wisconsin unemployment benefits. They include:
- Your name
- Your address
- Your employers’ name
- Your Social Security Number
- Your phone number and email address
- Your employers’ contact information
- Alien Registration Number, if you are a non-U.S. citizen
Applying For Wisconsin Unemployment Benefits
You can apply for Wisconsin unemployment benefits in 6 simple steps.
Step 1– Visit my.unemployment.wisconsin.gov
Step 2 – Carefully read the terms and conditions
Step 3 – Generate a username and password
Step 4 – Login to your account
Step 5 – Fill the application
Step 6 – Submit the application
The Department will review your application and mail you the amount of benefits you will receive. If you do not qualify, the Department will send a notice indicating why your claim was rejected. However, if you believe that you are eligible for benefits, you can file an unemployment appeal.
Note that you do not qualify for the regular unemployment benefits if you are a gig-worker or self-employed. However, you may be eligible for the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program announced under the CARES Act. The program provides benefits up to 39 weeks and is scheduled to end on December 26, 2020.
The Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program provides benefits for those who otherwise do not qualify for benefits like the self-employed, independent contractors, and gig-workers.
Final Words
With the Extended Benefits, you can now collect benefits for a total of 52 weeks in Wisconsin. If you are staying in Wisconsin, and have exhausted all your benefits, quickly file an initial application, collect your payments and meet your basic needs.
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I lived in ga in 2019 and move to florida in 2020 and work for the xmas months in nov-dec. I was told to do a combine wage claim. my question is which state do i file the claim in?
Alisa,
Please consider filing from the state where your last employment was based.
I filed for pua in Ohio back in October 2020.My claim has been in ajudacatuon since 11/1/20.So 2 to 6 weeks is a total understatement! When I call.i am told to basically hurry up and wait some more.I have recently been redetermined and my claim is allowed.but I have one pending issue.How long is too long?
Nicole,
Unfortunately, nobody has an answer. There are perhaps thousands of pending applications. Please consider the option of visiting an office in the vicinity if safe and feasible.
If you claim your weeks for unemployment and for the next 2 months you still have not received your money. Where can you go in volusia county to talk with a live person
Melinda,
Please consider the option of visiting an office in the vicinity if safe and feasible.
On NYS DOL website, my claim is saying current yet the information is for my old claim with 0 days remaining despite receiving 2 weeks of payments on the new claim and I was able to certify last night. I haven’t received anything; no letters or emails.
Ellina,
Have you tried calling the Unemployment Office in this regard?
I was disqualified for UI benefits for not providing an ID and other forms of identification. How do I fix this?
Manuel,
You can consider filing an “Appeal”. Details will be available on the official website.
What is the procedure if it appears a pension amount has not been applied to Unemploymemt claim?
Jerry
Jerry,
Please speak to a member of the Claims Center for assistance.
My name micheal powell79 i. Been trying to file for a weekly but it wont let me !!can someone please help
Michel,
Please let us know how we can help you.
Hi Mike, I’m in NYS and was at the end of my BYE on 3/14, I was still certifying but wasn’t getting paid. I found out I had to file a new claim because my other was exhausted. I’m still waiting on approval. Maybe you have to file a new claim. I hope this helps.
I help I have no job
Arsenal,
Please let us know how we can help you.
They say 2-6 weeks it’s more accurate to say 2-6 months; and when you call many of them are rude and unwilling to assist!
Ronald,
They might be swarmed with calls and inquiries.
someone needs to look into Sharon L. Anton gillette, wyo. or dickinson, nd she is a fraud and has done so many fraudulent things and please look into her
Annette,
Please report it to the Fraud Division of the Unemployment Office in your state. You can report on the website.
I worked part time for thee years here in florida. I’m currently not working. I’m also retired and collects social security.
My question is
Am I qualified to file for unemployment ?
Ruby,
To be eligible, you’re required to have sufficient hours and earnings. Please use the “Benefits Calculator” available on this website.
So adjudication takes 8 to 12 weeks. Oh okay, that explains why I havent received payment since July. That surely helps just like the rest of the information that you give. And by the way. What’s the NEW reason you can’t get through to the Call Center.
I am having problems applying for benefits online. any suggestions? possibly a direct link?
Robert,
I hope you were able to get to the bottom of it.
No. I was hoping to see a contact number or site for reporting fraud.
Steve,
You will find it on your state’s Unemployment Office website.
I Would like to apply for my unemplyment.
Deidre,
You can easily apply for UI benefits on the official website of the Unemployment Office in your state.