Georgia Unemployment Insurance
What to expect if you file for unemployment benefits in Georgia
Max weekly benefit
$365
Max duration
14 weeks
Max total benefit
$5,110
How benefit is calculated1/42 of two highest quarters
Waiting weekNo waiting week
StateGeorgia (GA)
About Georgia unemployment insurance
In Georgia, the maximum weekly unemployment benefit is $365 and benefits can last up to 14 weeks. Your actual benefit amount depends on your wage history — 1/42 of two highest quarters.
To qualify, you must have lost your job through no fault of your own (layoffs qualify; quitting or being fired for cause typically does not). You must be actively searching for work each week you claim benefits.
File as soon as possible after your last day — there is typically a 2–4 week processing delay between filing and receiving your first payment.