For information on eligibility, how to apply, and more, see the page Maryland Unemployment Insurance Information for Federal Employees: FAQs.

Using BEACON, you will be able to file a claim for unemployment insurance (UI) benefits. You can also use BEACON to request your benefit payments each week by filing a Weekly Certification. Unemployment insurance claimants must actively search for …

If you are a new claimant (an individual who files a claim for unemployment insurance benefits, also called applying for benefits), the information below is meant to help you understand the unemployment insurance (UI) process and provide resources with detailed information about common UI inquiries.

You can receive up to 26 weeks of total unemployment insurance benefits if you meet all the requirements of the Maryland Unemployment Insurance Law. During periods of extremely high unemployment, a special federally funded program may be in effect, which provides additional weeks of benefits.

BEACON is the Maryland Division of Unemployment Insurance’s online unemployment insurance (UI) system. BEACON integrates all benefits, appeals, and tax functions, allowing claimants, employers, and third party agents to complete several UI tasks online.

Click here to file an unemployment insurance claim if you do not have an existing account.

unemployment insurance. After you file a claim, the Division of Unemployment Insurance will determine whether you qualify to receive unemployment insurance benefits. You can apply for unemployment insurance benefits online or by phone between 7:30 a.m. - …