If you have lost your job or had your hours reduced, you may be eligible for unemployment benefits in Missouri. The Missouri Department of Labor’s Division of Employment Security (DES) administers the unemployment insurance program in the state. To apply for unemployment benefits, you must first file a claim with DES. You can file a claim online, by phone, or in person at a local DES office.
There are a number of eligibility requirements that you must meet in order to receive unemployment benefits in Missouri. You must: