North Carolina Division of Employment Security (DES)

Nov 21, 2025

Access the North Carolina Division of Employment Security (DES) here.

The North Carolina Division of Employment Security (DES) is a state agency responsible for administering unemployment insurance benefits and providing workforce development services to residents of North Carolina. DES plays a crucial role in supporting individuals who are unemployed or underemployed by connecting them with resources and opportunities to help them re-enter the workforce.

Agency Accounts

North Carolina Unemployment Insurance Account

Access your online account via NCSUITS.

The North Carolina Unemployment Insurance Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • Unemployment Tax Number (UI)
  • 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 North Carolina Division of Employment Security (DES):

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