Section 2720.155  Non-Resident Application For Benefits

a)         A claimant who has worked in Illinois but lives outside Illinois may apply for benefits by filing a claim at the unemployment insurance office in the state or territory in which he resides.  As soon as the individual becomes unemployed, he should report to the nearest unemployment insurance office and follow the procedures as directed by that office.

b)         A claimant who has worked in Illinois but lives outside Illinois may, at his option, file his claim in Illinois.