Someone claimed unemployment benefits in my name. What should I do?

1. In the US, use the Department of Labor's state directory to find the official unemployment identity-fraud reporting channel.
2. Notify your employer if the claim involves your employment. Keep the state's confirmation and case number.
3. If you received an incorrect tax form, request a corrected form from the issuing agency. Review credit reports for other misuse.

Get help if

You receive benefit payments, tax forms, collection notices, or an employer inquiry connected to a claim you did not file.