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Arkansas Unemployment Phone Number

The Arkansas unemployment phone number is 1-844-908-2178. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–3:30 PM. You can also file online at ezarc.adws.arkansas.gov.

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Checked October 30, 2026 against dws.arkansas.gov

Numbers and hours

1-844-908-2178
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–3:30 PM. The source does not state the time zone; most of Arkansas uses Central Time.

These are the state agency's published numbers for unemployment claims and questions. Local job centers have their own phones (below).

Before you call

  • Full legal name
  • Social Security number
  • Work authorization if you are not a citizen or permanent resident

Full list and steps: Arkansas unemployment documents. If you filed already, keep your claim number and any letters at hand.

Other ways to get help

File or manage onlineezarc.adws.arkansas.gov How to file in ArkansasSteps, documents, benefits Job centers in Arkansas19 offices All state numbers50 states and DC

Questions

What is the phone number for Arkansas unemployment?

1-844-908-2178.

What are the hours of the Arkansas unemployment line?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–3:30 PM.

Can I file for unemployment by phone in Arkansas?

The sources we checked do not confirm phone filing; the website is the main way to file in Arkansas.

What should I have ready before I call?

Your Social Security number, ID and the details of your recent employers. Arkansas's full checklist is on the state unemployment page.

Sources

Claims phone: dws.arkansas.gov, checked October 30, 2026.

Claim website: dol.gov, checked October 30, 2026.

Documents: dws.arkansas.gov, checked October 30, 2026.

More: weekly claims, appeals, benefits by state.