What is a Base Period?
A base period is a 12-month period of time when you earned wages. When you go to file for unemployment insurance, your caseworker will use this base period to see if you earned enough money to qualify:
| If You Apply In | Your Base Period Will Be |
| January, February or March | October 1 - September 30 |
| April, May or June | January 1 - December 31 |
| July, August or September | April 1 - March 31 |
| October, November or December | July 1 - June 30 |
How do I apply for unemployment insurance benefits?
You apply for unemployment benefits at your local state unemployment agency. Find the agency near you
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