Who can apply
FloridaCommerce reviews past wages, the circumstances of job loss and continuing eligibility. Being out of work is not itself an approval; ability and availability for work are assessed.
What help is available
Approved claimants receive temporary benefit payments. A wage or monetary determination is only one part of the claim review.
Documents to prepare
- Government-issued identification and Social Security number.
- Employer names, contact details, dates worked, earnings and separation reasons for the past 18 months.
- Applicable military, federal-employment or work-authorization records.
How to get started
Access Reconnect
Start from FloridaCommerce’s application page and complete the identity and login process.
File the claim
Report all requested employment history, not just the most recent job. Save the confirmation.
Request benefits
Review your monetary determination, respond to fact-finding and request benefits every two weeks. Follow the work-search and workforce-registration instructions applicable to your claim.
After applying
Check the Reconnect Dashboard for messages and record each payment request. Correct missing wages through the review process identified in the determination.
Website screenshots
These images show the pages captured in August 2026. Website screens and rules may have changed.
Common questions
Is filing the initial application enough?
No. FloridaCommerce instructs claimants to request benefits every two weeks and satisfy ongoing requirements.
Can I get help without my own computer?
The agency lists local CareerSource centers as an application route; call ahead about assistance.
Should I list earlier employers?
Yes. Florida requests employment information for the preceding 18 months.
Sources and review
Checked October 1, 2026 using Apply for benefits, Claimant FAQ. USA Assistance background guide. Program staff determine eligibility and available assistance.
Historical screenshots: source reference.