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Wisconsin Unemployment Phone Number

The Wisconsin unemployment phone number is 1-844-910-3661. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM; Thursday 8:00 AM–3:15 PM. You can also file online at dwd.wisconsin.gov.

Call 1-844-910-3661File online

Checked October 30, 2026 against dol.gov

Numbers and hours

1-844-910-3661
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM; Thursday 8:00 AM–3:15 PM. The source does not state the time zone; most of Wisconsin 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

  • Driver's license and Social Security details or card to verify your identity
  • Military: DD-214 for active periods in the last 18 months (copies 2 to 8; not copy 1 or a worksheet)

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

Other ways to get help

File or manage onlinedwd.wisconsin.gov How to file in WisconsinSteps, documents, benefits Job centers in Wisconsin45 offices All state numbers50 states and DC

Questions

What is the phone number for Wisconsin unemployment?

1-844-910-3661.

What are the hours of the Wisconsin unemployment line?

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM; Thursday 8:00 AM–3:15 PM.

Can I file for unemployment by phone in Wisconsin?

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

What should I have ready before I call?

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

Sources

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

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

Documents: dwd.wisconsin.gov, checked October 30, 2026.

More: weekly claims, appeals, benefits by state.