Covid-19 Unemployment Benefits $600

Are extended unemployment benefits available in Georgia?

Only the President of the United States and the U.S. Congress can enact legislation to extend UI benefits. We are waiting on information from the USDOL to see how the CARES Act will apply in Georgia. This bill will extend unemployment benefits an additional 13 weeks.

COVID-19 Individual FAQs | Georgia Department of Labor

How much unemployment benefits will I receive in Georgia?

See full answerThe GDOL must determine if you earned enough wages during the base period. The regular base period is the first four of the last five completed calendar quarters at the time you file your claim. If your claim cannot be established using the regular base period, the alternative base period will be used. The alternative base period is the last four completed calendar quarters at the time you file your claim.After meeting the wage requirements, your weekly benefit amount (WBA) is cal

COVID-19 Individual FAQs | Georgia Department of Labor

Is everyone eligible for the maximum number of weeks of unemployment benefits in Georgia?

No. The individual’s base period wages are used to determine the maximum benefits payable which may or may not qualify an individual for the maximum number of weeks. The maximum benefits payable to an individual in a benefit year is the least of the maximum number of weeks times the weekly benefit amount or one-fourth of the base period wages.

Individuals FAQs - Unemployment Insurance | Georgia Department of Labor

Why have I not received my additional $600 Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation payment?

The GDOL started issuing payments on Monday, April 13, 2020 for those currently receiving state benefits and will continue to issue them this week.

COVID-19 Individual FAQs | Georgia Department of Labor