What is the Arizona unemployment phone number?

The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) unemployment phone number is 1-877-600-2722. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM MST/AZT. You can also manage your claim online at des.az.gov.

How do I reach a live person at Arizona DES unemployment?

Call 1-877-600-2722. Press 1 for English, then press 1 for Unemployment Insurance, then press 1 to speak with a representative. Average hold time is 90–130 minutes with approximately 36 redials before getting into queue. Wednesday and Thursday mornings at 8 AM MST have the shortest wait times.

Arizona Unemployment Phone Number 2026 — Skip the Hold

Arizona DES Unemployment Insurance

1-877-600-2722

Monday–Friday · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM MST

IVR Menu Sequence to Reach a Live Agent

1 Call 1-877-600-2722

2 Press 1 for English

3 Press 1 for Unemployment Insurance

4 Press 1 to speak with a representative — hold queue

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What Arizona DES Can Help You With

New unemployment claim filing and status
Weekly certification issues
Identity verification and access problems
Benefit payment and debit card questions
Overpayment notices and waiver requests
Employer separation and eligibility reviews
Appeal scheduling and hearing preparation
Work search requirement exemptions

Weekly certifications and claim status can be accessed online at des.az.gov.

Best Times to Call Arizona DES in 2026

8:00 AM MST sharp — Arizona doesn't observe daylight saving time; 8 AM is always 8 AM
Wednesday and Thursday — lowest daily call volume
4:00–4:45 PM MST — late window before 5 PM close; call volume drops
Avoid Monday — highest volume after weekend claim submissions

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Arizona DES Phone Numbers

Line	Phone Number	Hours
Unemployment Insurance	1-877-600-2722	M–F 8am–5pm MST
UI Employer Line	1-855-832-6820	M–F 8am–5pm MST
Fraud Hotline	1-800-352-3263	24/7
TTY (hearing impaired)	711	M–F 8am–5pm MST

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Arizona DES observe daylight saving time?

Arizona (except the Navajo Nation) does not observe daylight saving time. AZ DES hours are always 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM MST year-round. This means in summer months Arizona is on the same time as California (PDT), and in winter it matches Mountain Time states like Colorado and Utah (MST).

How long do I have to appeal an Arizona DES denial?

You have 15 calendar days from the mailing date of the determination to appeal to the Office of Appeals. Arizona's window is shorter than most states. If you've been denied, calling DES immediately to understand the specific reason is the fastest path to resolution.