The Official Web Site of the State of South Carolina
To avoid payment delays during the week of Thanksgiving, claimants are encouraged to complete their weekly certification before the end of the day today, November 23 to ensure payment is processed prior to the holiday closures of the agency.
To better respond, we are making changes to the claimant system (MyBenefits portal) nightly from 11 pm – 3 am, and our system will not be available. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce is here to help you move from unemployment to reemployment. Our goal is to match job seekers with employers quickly, efficiently and effectively.
From unemployment insurance benefits to personalized reemployment services, our agency provides robust services to support South Carolina's labor force and economic development.
The MyBenefits Portal was recently revamped with upgrades that make it easier for claimants and employers to navigate the system. Check out dew.sc.gov/individuals for more information and upcoming resources
2022 UI Tax Rates have been released for South Carolina. Want to learn more? The tax rate table and additional resources are available here!
This is a reminder that claimants receiving UI benefits are required to complete two weekly work searches in SC Works Online Services (SCWOS) in order to remain eligible for benefits. Need assistance? Resources are available here!