Appeals
/appealsAfter applying for benefits, we’ll mail you a decision explaining whether they were allowed or denied. If you do not understand the decision, contact us at (866) 832-2363. If you don’t agree with the decision, you have 30 days from the mail…
What is the next step after filing an appeal of the Appeals Examiner’s decision?
/FAQs/appeals-process/what-next-step-after-filing-appeal-appeals-examiners-decisionAfter filing an appeal of the Appeals Examiner's decision, a Notice of Appeal will be mailed to all parties along with the appeal itself. The Notice of Appeal is a means to advise the parties that an appeal has been filed and to provide additional…
Can the Appeals Examiner’s decision be appealed?
/FAQs/appeals-process/can-appeals-examiners-decision-be-appealedYes. Any claimant or employer who disagrees with the Appeals Examiner's decision has the right to appeal to Commission Appeals if the decision is against their interest. The appeal must be filed within 30 days of the date the decision was mailed.…
When must I file an appeal, and can I extend the appeal period?
/FAQs/appeals-process/when-must-i-file-appeal-and-can-i-extend-appeal-periodAll appeals must be filed within 30 days of the date the Deputy's Decision was mailed. Each Deputy's Decision contains the final date an appeal can be filed. The 30-day appeal period may be extended if good cause can be shown for extending it.…
How can I file an appeal to First Level Appeals?
/FAQs/appeals-process/how-can-i-file-appeal-first-level-appealsThe fastest and preferred way to file an appeal is online. Online: Claimants may log in or create an account through Customer Self Service to file an appeal Employers may log in or create an account through the Employer Self Service (ESS)…
What can I do if I disagree with the decision made in my First Level appeal?
/FAQs/appeals-process/what-can-i-do-if-i-disagree-decision-made-my-first-level-appealIf you disagree with the First Level appeals decision, you can appeal to the Commission Level Appeals. Commission Level appeals is the final agency appeal process prior to a claimant or employer choosing to appeal in Circuit Court. The appeal must…
Who can file an appeal?
/FAQs/appeals-process/who-can-file-appealAny claimant or employer who disagrees with the deputy’s initial decision has the right to appeal to First Level Appeals if the decision is against their interest. Claimants who disagree with the Statement of Wages and Potential Benefit Entitlement…
How is the appeal filing date determined?
/FAQs/appeals-process/how-appeal-filing-date-determinedFor appeals sent online, by fax, and in person, the filing date is the date the Commission received the appeal. For appeals sent by mail, the filing date is the date the appeal is postmarked by the United States Postal Service.
How do I withdraw or cancel an appeal?
/FAQs/appeals-process/how-do-i-withdraw-or-cancel-appealIf you filed an appeal, you may ask to withdraw or cancel it at any time. The request must be in writing, signed by you, and sent to the Clerk of First Level Appeals at firstlevelappeals@vec.virginia.gov, or mailed to: Virginia Employment…
Appeals Form
/forms-and-documents/pdf/appeals-formThe fastest and preferred way to file an appeal is online. You can also mail or fax your appeal using this appeals form.
