Can I apply for unemployment during a federal shutdown? How in Oklahoma

Whether you lost your job due to firing, severance or a furlough, in Oklahoma, you can be eligible for unemployment benefits through the state.

Unemployment insurance is a temporary supplemental income for individuals experiencing loss of work due to no fault of their own. Since it's an insurance paid by Oklahoma employers, the benefit is not available for self-employed, contract or gig workers.

Some criteria need to be met before qualifying for unemployment benefits through the State of Oklahoma, and the application process can all be done online.

Here's how to apply and receive unemployment benefits in Oklahoma.

How to file for unemployment in Oklahoma?

Unemployment insurance is a temporary income source intended to help workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own. I