Hey, the NY Dept of Labor has a specific email for 1099-G requests if you can't access online. Try emailing 1099G@labor.ny.gov with your full name, last 4 of SSN, and current mailing address. Explain you're traveling. They usually respond within 5-7 business days.

I had this exact problem when I was in Japan last year! The geo-blocking is super aggressive. What worked for me was combining a few approaches: 1) Got ExpressVPN and connected through their NYC server 2) Cleared all my browser cookies/cache first 3) Used incognito mode when accessing the site. The key was making sure I connected to a NY-specific server, not just any US one. It took a couple tries but eventually got through. Also pro tip - once you're in, download EVERYTHING you might need while you're there because getting back in can be hit or miss even with VPN. Good luck!

Based on all the information in this thread, here's the most accurate answer I can provide: 1. You need to report your school attendance during weekly certification 2. You need to report your change of address (even if temporary) 3. You need to demonstrate you're available for work despite being in school 4. If you're permanently relocating to Pennsylvania, you should transfer your claim 5. If you're temporarily in Pennsylvania but maintaining NY residency with intent to return, you may be able to continue your NY claim, but should get official confirmation The bottom line is you need to speak with NYSDOL directly about your specific situation before making any decisions. Different circumstances can result in different determinations.

I went through something similar when I moved to New Jersey for a training program while keeping my NY unemployment claim. Here's what I learned from my experience: The most important thing is TRANSPARENCY. When I called NYSDOL (finally got through after using that callback service mentioned), they told me that as long as I could prove I was: 1. Maintaining NY as my permanent residence 2. Available to return for work interviews/employment 3. Not letting school interfere with my ability to accept full-time work Then I could continue my claim. BUT they made me provide documentation including my lease showing it was temporary, my school schedule, and proof of my ongoing job search in NY. The agent emphasized that if you're dishonest about your situation, the penalties are severe - they can demand full repayment plus fines. She said they do track locations and cross-reference with other databases, so hiding your move isn't worth the risk. My advice: get it in writing from NYSDOL before you move. Email them your specific situation and get an official response you can refer back to if questions come up later.

The whole NYS Department of Labor system is a joke anyway. They make it SO complicated to figure out your benefits and then half the time the website doesn't even work when you try to file your weekly claim. And don't even get me started on how long adjudication takes when they decide to review your case for no reason...

I just went through this process myself a few months ago. @Aisha Mahmood your calculation sounds about right - with $18/hour retail work you'll probably get somewhere in the $300-350 range weekly. One thing that really helped me was creating a spreadsheet to track everything - my weekly certifications, job search activities, and benefit payments. Also make sure you file your first weekly certification right away even if you haven't received your monetary determination yet, otherwise you could lose that first week of benefits. The whole process is definitely confusing at first but once you get into the routine it becomes more manageable.

also make sure you file your weekly claims every week even if you work part time. you can still get partial benefits if you work less than 4 days and earn under a certain amount. just report all your earnings honestly

One thing that hasn't been mentioned yet - make sure you apply as soon as possible after your job ends! There's a one-week waiting period before you can start receiving benefits, so the sooner you file, the sooner that clock starts ticking. Also, your benefit amount is based on wages from your "base period" which is usually the first 4 of the last 5 completed calendar quarters before you file. Since you worked full-time for 2 years at $52k, you should have a solid earnings history. I'd estimate you'll probably get somewhere in the $380-420 range per week based on what others have shared about similar salary levels.

I went through this exact situation last year when I got laid off from my marketing job. I enrolled in two night classes at SUNY and continued collecting unemployment for about 4 months without any problems. The key things that worked for me: I kept my classes to under 6 credits per semester, scheduled them for evenings only (6-9pm), and always answered honestly on my weekly claims that I was available for work during normal business hours. I also made sure to mention in job interviews that my classes wouldn't interfere with work schedules. NYS Department of Labor never questioned it because I was clearly available for full-time employment. Just be strategic about your scheduling and always be truthful in your filings!

I'm currently navigating this same situation after being laid off from my teaching job in December. I've been collecting unemployment while taking two online graduate courses (6 credits total) that are completely asynchronous - no set class times at all. This has worked perfectly because I can do coursework around my job search schedule and interviews. The flexibility of online/asynchronous classes really eliminates any concern about availability for work. When I file my weekly claims, I always answer that I'm available for full-time work because my studies don't restrict my schedule in any way. So far NYS Department of Labor hasn't questioned anything. If you're considering school while on unemployment, I'd definitely recommend looking into online programs with flexible scheduling - it gives you the best of both worlds without any availability conflicts.