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Unemployment

Report Fraud to IWD

If you believe you have come in contact with a fraudulent unemployment benefits website, received a phishing attempt, taken phone calls from someone impersonating the unemployment insurance department, or something similar, please contact Iowa Workforce Development as soon as possible.

Understanding Fraud

Thank you for your efforts in combating unemployment fraud and abuse in Iowa. This helps ensure that unemployment insurance (UI) benefits are only paid to people who are eligible to receive them.

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Current Fraud Alerts

Watch out for fraudulent websites, phishing attempts, or scams posing as information from the unemployment insurance office. Report these as soon as possible. Please select the options below to learn about the recent fraud alerts issued statewide or nationwide that are attempting to gain claimant information.