Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19)
When Your Benefit Year Ends
If it's been more than one year since you applied for unemployment, you may need to file a new claim.
The EDD provides a variety of support services to people who have lost their jobs, had their hours reduced, or had their businesses affected due to the impacts of COVID-19 in California. For faster and more convenient access to those services, we encourage the use of our online options.
For the latest Unemployment Insurance (UI) claim data available, visit the Newsroom.
If you already filed for UI, refer to our step-by-step instructions for what to expect through the course of your claim.
Latest News
- The week ending September 4, 2021, was the last payable week for several federal unemployment benefit programs.
- Federal-State Extended Duration (FED-ED) benefits will no longer be payable after September 11.
- Beginning July 23, 2021, if you have received at least one payment on your claim and have pending certifications for more than two weeks, we will process conditional payments while we determine eligibility.
- Starting July 11, 2021, most people on unemployment will be expected to search for work to maintain their eligibility for benefits. We can help you meet the work search requirement.
- For employers, we offer valuable no-cost programs, resources, and services to help you reopen your business and hire employees.
- Visit COVID-19 financial resources for state programs and assistance including food, eviction protection, and mortgage relief.
Get answers to specific questions you may have about COVID-19 and what programs and benefits may be available to you.
Visit COVID-19 FAQsFind the resources you need to file for unemployment, disability, or Paid Family Leave benefits and how to get back to work quickly.
Access Worker ResourcesLearn how you can manage the impact of COVID-19 on your business and affected workers.
Access Employer ResourcesContact Us
If you need general or technical support, or to get help with your UI claim, visit Contact Us.
Resources
Employment Resources
- Labor and Workforce Development Agency – Resources for employers and workers including workers’ compensation and paid sick leave.
- Labor Commissioner’s Office FAQs – Employee leave options, compensation, and salary.
- Department of Fair Employment and Housing – Job protection and employment discrimination.
- OnwardCA – One-stop resource for Californians impacted by job loss during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Additional Resources
- Essential Needs – Includes food, health, housing, and other assistance.
- CalFresh – Provides monthly food assistance to people and families with low income, including those who lost their job because of the pandemic.
- California Public Utilities Commission – Learn what utility assistance programs are available.
- Covered California – Resources to get information and apply for low- or no-cost health insurance.
- California Department of Public Health
Digital and Translated Materials
- Federal Unemployment Benefits End (PDF)
- Federal Unemployment Benefits End – Armenian (PDF)
- Federal Unemployment Benefits End – Simplified Chinese (PDF)
- Federal Unemployment Benefits End – Traditional Chinese (PDF)
- Federal Unemployment Benefits End – Korean (PDF)
- Federal Unemployment Benefits End – Tagalog (PDF)
- Federal Unemployment Benefits End – Vietnamese (PDF)