Unemployment Insurance (UI) Appeals - Overview

The following information is an overview of the appeals process for a determination regarding unemployment insurance (UI) benefits by the Division of Employment Security.

1. Appeal

Division of Employment Security (DES), Appeals Tribunal

  • You have 30 days from the date of determination to file a timely appeal.
  • You must file online through UInteract or by mail or fax.
  • View more details about how to file an appeal.
  • View more details about the DES appeals process.

Mailing Address & Fax
Division of Employment Security
Appeals Tribunal
PO Box 59
Jefferson City, MO 65104-0059
Fax: 573-751-1321

2. Application for Review

Labor and Industrial Relations Commission (LIRC)

  • You have 30 days from the date of the appeal decision to file a timely Application for Review.
  • You must file by mail or fax.
  • You cannot file an Application for Review if you have not received a decision from the Appeals Tribunal.
  • View more details about the LIRC UI appeals process.

Mailing Address & Fax
Division of Employment Security
Appeals Tribunal
PO Box 59
Jefferson City, MO 65104-0059
Fax: 573-751-1321

3. Notice of Appeal

Missouri Court of Appeals

  • You have 30 days from the date of the decision to file a timely appeal to the Missouri Court of Appeals by submitting a Notice of Appeal (Form 8-B) to the LIRC.
  • You must file by mail or fax.
  • View instructions for completing Form 8-B.
  • You cannot file a Notice of Appeal if you have not received a decision from the LIRC.
  • View more details about the LIRC UI appeals process.

Mailing Address & Fax
3315 W. Truman Blvd., Room 214
P.O. Box 599
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0599
Fax: 573-751-7806