Employment Insurance and Workers and/or Residents Outside Canada
The Employment Insurance (EI) program may provide benefits to certain individuals who reside outside Canada if their job is insured under Canada’s EI program.
Current application processing time: 28 days
Delivered by: Service Canada
Eligibility Information
Am I eligible?
What benefits am I eligible for if I live outside Canada and the United States?
Application Information
How do I apply for American Unemployment Insurance benefits in Canada?
How do I apply for Canadian Employment Insurance benefits if I live outside Canada?
What is the status of my application?
How do I appeal a decision?
Payment Information
How much will I receive?
When will I receive my payment?
How do I change my address or direct deposit information?
Forms
What forms do I need to apply?
