Minnesota Unemployment Phone Number and Hours

Numbers and hours

Twin Cities area: 651-296-3644

Phone applications Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. The source does not state the time zone; most of Minnesota uses Central Time.

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

SSN, driver's license or other state ID
Each employer in the last 18 months: name, address, phone, months/years, pay and reason for separation
Account and routing number for direct deposit; DD-214 Member 4 if military, SF-8/SF-50 if federal in the last 18 months
Work authorization if not a citizen; union name and local number if it applies

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

What is the phone number for Minnesota unemployment?

Twin Cities area: 651-296-3644; Greater Minnesota: 1-877-898-9090.

What are the hours of the Minnesota unemployment line?

Phone applications Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.

Can I file for unemployment by phone in Minnesota?

Yes. Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development lists phone filing as an option, besides the website.

What should I have ready before I call?

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

Claims phone: dol.gov, checked October 30, 2026.

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

Documents: uimn.org, checked October 30, 2026.