Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)

Oct 1, 2025

Access the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) here.

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is the state agency responsible for overseeing unemployment insurance and workforce development programs in Illinois. IDES works to connect job seekers with employment opportunities, provide financial assistance to eligible individuals, and support businesses in finding qualified workers.

Agency Accounts

Illinois Unemployment Account

Access your online account via MyTax Illinois.

The Illinois Unemployment Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • Unemployment Insurance Account Number
  • Initial Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax Rate : UI tax rate assigned when the account is opened.

Find out more on how to stay compliant with the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES):

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