The statements, called 1099-G or “Certain Government Payments,” are prepared by UIA and report how much individuals received in unemployment benefits and income tax withheld last year. The 1099-G form is used to report taxable benefits when filing with the IRS.

How do I read my 1099-G unemployment?

1099-G Form for unemployment compensation The amount of your benefits will be shown in Box 1 on your 1099-G. If you’ve chosen to have taxes withheld from your benefits, that amount will appear in Box 4.

How do I get UIA 6347 form?

You only need to contact one credit bureau and they will contact the others for you. » The UIA will send residents Form UIA 6347 Request for Identity Verification by U.S. Postal Service mail, which will provide a mailing address or fax number for submitting ID verification documents.

Why did I get a UIA 6347 form?

If your employee has been a victim of suspected ID theft, they may receive a letter from UIA – Form UIA 6347, Request for Identity Verification. Employees should submit the requested ID verification documents, along with the Letter ID found on Form 6347 through their MiWAM account.

Do I have to enter 1099-G?

Generally, you must include in taxable income any unemployment compensation from a state government. Box 1 of the 1099-G Form shows your total unemployment compensation payments for the year. It is not necessary to attach the 1099-G to your tax return.

Why have I not received the UIA Form 6347?

If you no longer have Form UIA 6347, you will need to follow the steps previously emailed to you to send us a message. Click on the “Send Unemployment a Message” link under the “I Want To” tab. There you can send a message and attach a copy of your identity verification documents.

How do I get UIA 6347 Identity Verification?

How to verify your identity using the new tool

  1. Log into your MiWAM Account at
  2. Under “Alerts” on your dashboard click the “VERIFY YOUR IDENTITY HERE” link.
  3. Enter the Letter ID, found on Form UIA 6347, Request for Identity Verification.
  4. Upload ID verification documents.

What is stop payment indicator?

A stop payment indicator is placed on a claim to prevent payment. This may be related to a variety of reasons such something dealing with fraud/identity theft or something that may be pending on the claim that needs further review or investigation.

How do you verify identity with MiWAM?

How to Verify your Identity with MiWAM! for Michigan Unemployment benefits

  1. Log into your MiWAM Account at
  2. Under “Alerts” on your dashboard click the “VERIFY YOUR IDENTITY HERE” link.
  3. Enter the Letter ID, found on Form UIA 6347, Request for Identity Verification.
  4. Upload ID verification documents.