To qualify for Florida unemployment benefits, you must meet several criteria:

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• You must have lost your job through no fault of your own. You won’t qualify if you quit for personal reasons or were terminated for malicious misconduct. Poor job performance does not disqualify you.

• You must be totally or partially unemployed. Partially unemployed means your hours were reduced or you’re a part-time worker who can’t find additional work.

• You must have earned at least $3,400 before taxes in what is called the "base period," which is the first four complete quarters beginning 18 months prior to your claim.

• You must be able to work, available to work, and actively seeking work. This includes being able to get to a job and have child care if necessary.

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       The best way to find out if you are eligible is to apply online.