Q: I’m a L-1 visa, can I apply for unemployment benefits due to coronavirus outbreak?
I work for a hotel as manager with an L1 visa, due to corona virus we had to close until further notice, I tried to apply for unemployment benefits online but requires the alien registration number ( which I don’t have). Also I don’t want this to affect my migration status
A:
Those who are not citizens can apply and receive unemployment benefits if all of the state requirements are fulfilled.
You must have a valid work permit or any immigration status that allows you to work such as a green card, asylee, DACA or TPS status.
You must be authorized to work at the time you apply for the benefit and throughout the time you receive the benefit. In certain states you must have completed calendar quarters before you start receiving unemployment benefits.
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