File an Unemployment Appeal

Certain Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) determinations and decisions may be appealed within 15 days of the date the determination or decision is issued.

Individuals have the right to appeal GDOL decisions that include appeal rights. Appeals must be submitted in writing no later than 15 calendar days from the date shown on the determination or decision.

If unemployment benefits are paid while an appeal is pending and a later appeal decision determines that you weren't eligible for those benefits, you may be required to repay any benefits received.

There are two levels of appeal within the Georgia Department of Labor:

  1. The Appeals Tribunal reviews appeal of Benefit Determinations and Claims Examiner Determinations and may schedule a hearing.
  2. The Board of Review is a three-member panel that reviews Appeals Tribunal decisions and issues written decisions.

GDOL provides language interpretation services and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the appeals process, including appeal hearings. If you need language assistance or an accommodation to participate in the appeals process, notify GDOL as soon as possible after filing your appeal.

Complete information about the appeals process is available in the Unemployment Insurance Appeals Handbook.

 

How Do I … File an Unemployment Appeal?

  1. Get Prepared

    Continue claiming weekly benefits and submitting your Weekly Work Search Record while your appeal is pending. Failure to do so may affect your eligibility for benefits if your appeal is successful.

  2. Gather What You'll Need

    • The release date of the determination or decision you are appealing.
    • The docket number if you are appealing a previous decision made by the Appeals Tribunal Administrative Hearing Officer.
    • The claimant’s name and the Social Security number on the determination or decision being appealed (if submitting by email or fax, only include the last four digits).
    • Your address and the best phone number to reach you.
    • A detailed explanation of why you are appealing.

  3. Submit Your Appeal

    You can submit your appeal online, via email, by fax, or in person. Please keep a copy of your appeal for your records.

    • Submit Online
      • Filing online is the faster, preferred method of appeal.
      • Visit the Georgia Department of Labor’s File an Appeal portal.
      • Log in using the same credentials you use to file for unemployment. 
      • Follow the online prompts to file your appeal.
    • Submit by Email
      • Download the Appeal Request Form from the Georgia Department of Labor website’s Forms and Publications section.
      • Complete and sign the form.
      • If appealing a Claims Examiner’s Determination, email the completed and signed form to appeals@gdol.ga.gov.
      • If appealing an Administrative Hearing Officer’s Decision, email the completed and signed form to boardofreview@gdol.ga.gov.
    • Submit by Fax
      • Download the Appeal Request Form from the Georgia Department of Labor website’s Forms and Publications section.
      • Complete and sign the form.
      • If appealing a Claims Examiner’s Determination, fax the completed and signed form to 404-232-3901 or 404-232-3902.
      • If appealing an Administrative Hearing Officer’s Decision, fax the completed and signed form to 404-232-3339.
    • Submit in Person
      • Download the Appeal Request Form from the Georgia Department of Labor website’s Forms and Publications section.
      • Complete and sign the form.
      • If appealing a Claims Examiner’s Determination, hand deliver (do not mail) the completed and signed form to:

      Georgia Department of Labor

      UI Appeals Tribunal

      148 Andrew Young International Blvd. NE

      Suite 525

      Atlanta, GA 30303-1734

      • If appealing an Administrative Hearing Officer’s Decision, hand deliver (do not mail) the completed and signed form to:

      Georgia Department of Labor

      Board of Review

      148 Andrew Young International Blvd. NE

      Suite 510

      Atlanta, GA 30303-173

  4. Next Steps

    • When your appeal is received, you should receive a confirmation number.
    • After you submit your appeal request, the Appeals Tribunal will decide if a hearing should be scheduled. If a hearing is scheduled, the Appeals Tribunal will send you, the employer, and any interested party a Notice of Hearing. This will contain the time and date of the hearing, as well as the issues to be discussed.
    • If you need language interpretation services or a disability accommodation for your hearing, contact GDOL as soon as possible after receiving your Notice of Hearing so appropriate arrangements can be made.
    • After the hearing, a decision will be mailed to all interested parties. If you disagree with the decision, you may appeal to the Board of Review.

     

    Last updated June 2026

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