Programs & services

Listed on the organization's official site (portal.ct.gov), checked Sep 9, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.

• Filing an unemployment appealPeople appealing an unemployment benefits decision must file within 21 calendar days of the mailing date of the denial-of-benefits letter.
• Help filing your appeal at an American Job Center officePeople filing an unemployment appeal can go to an American Job Center office and get help filing their appeal.

Eligibility

You must file your appeal within 21 calendar days of the mailing date of the denial-of-benefits letter.

How to apply

Summarized from the program's official site (portal.ct.gov), checked Sep 9, 2026. Always confirm details with the program.

1. 1File your appeal within 21 calendar days of the mailing date on the denial-of-benefits letter.
2. 2Choose one filing method: use Employment Security Appeals online, get help at an American Job Center, complete an appeal form at an Appeals Division office, or write and mail a letter.
3. 3If you file in person, complete an appeal form at an Appeals Division office in Middletown or Waterbury.
4. 4If you file by letter, explain why you are making an appeal and send it to the Appeals Division, CT Department of Labor, 200 Folly Brook Blvd, Wethersfield, CT 06109.
5. 5If you mail your appeal, use U.S. mail, Airborne Express, DHL Worldwide Express, Federal Express, or United Parcel Service.
6. 6If you use U.S. mail, use a stamp rather than a private postal meter.

Contact

• Call (860) 263-6000
• Visit portal.ct.gov/dol/knowledge-base/articles/ui-appeals/how-do-i-appeal-an-unemployment-benefits-decision
• Serves all of Connecticut