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Glad it all worked out! I've been there with the Sunday night panic certification too. One tip that's helped me - I set up a recurring calendar reminder for Saturday evenings that says "Certify for unemployment tomorrow." That way I remember to do it Sunday morning when I'm relaxed instead of scrambling at the last minute. The peace of mind is worth it!
That's a brilliant idea! I'm definitely going to set up a Saturday reminder too. The stress of waiting to see if the payment comes through is not worth the convenience of doing it whenever. Thanks for the tip!
I'm new to NY unemployment and this thread is super helpful! I just started collecting benefits and wasn't sure about the certification timing. Reading everyone's experiences makes me feel more confident about the process. Question though - is there any advantage to certifying early on Sunday versus later in the day, or does it really not matter as long as it's before midnight?
Welcome to NY unemployment! From what I've learned lurking here, there's no real advantage to certifying early vs late on Sunday - the system processes everything in one batch overnight. The main benefit of doing it early is just peace of mind and avoiding that last-minute panic like Sean had. I usually try to do mine Sunday morning with my coffee so I don't have to think about it the rest of the day. Good luck with your benefits!
@Amina Sow Welcome! I ve'been collecting for about 8 months now and can confirm timing doesn t'affect processing - it s'all done in one batch. But I d'recommend doing it Sunday morning if possible just to avoid the stress. Also, keep screenshots of your confirmation pages just in case there are ever any issues. The NY system can be glitchy sometimes and having proof you certified on time has saved me twice when payments got delayed for technical reasons.
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I was in a similar situation and had trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor to even ask about my eligibility. The phone lines are always busy and when I finally got through they couldn't give me a straight answer about my specific case. It's so frustrating trying to navigate this system when you're already stressed about money. Has anyone found a better way to get actual answers from them?
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Just apply anyway and see what happens. Worst case they say no. I know someone who got approved even though they thought they wouldn't qualify. The NYS Department of Labor system is confusing enough that sometimes you get surprised.
While I understand the 'just try it' approach, it's better to understand the requirements first. Filing an invalid claim can sometimes create issues later. The poster should definitely check their wage history on their my.ny.gov account to see what covered wages they have in their base period before filing.
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Just want to add that holidays can mess up the timing too. If there's a federal holiday during the week you certify, everything gets pushed back by a day.
I've been certifying for about 6 months now and can confirm it's usually 2-3 business days with direct deposit. One tip I learned - if you certify really early Sunday morning (like 12:01 AM), sometimes you get paid by Tuesday instead of Wednesday. The NYS Department of Labor seems to process the Sunday night batch first. Also make sure your bank info is correct in your profile because any issues there will delay everything by at least a week while they sort it out.
That's a great tip about certifying early Sunday morning! I never thought about the timing within the day mattering. I've been certifying whenever I remember on Sundays, usually afternoon or evening. Definitely going to try the 12:01 AM approach next week to see if I can get paid earlier. Thanks for sharing that insight from your 6 months of experience!
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I had a similar problem and found out it was because I had reported some self-employment income during my benefit year. Had to verify all that before they'd let me file a new claim. Check if that applies to you.
I went through this exact same frustration last year! The system is super strict about the BYE date - you literally cannot file even one day early, no matter how much you've earned. Here's what worked for me: 1. Mark your calendar for your exact BYE date in November and try filing right at midnight or first thing in the morning 2. Have all your employment records ready - they'll want to verify your part-time work history 3. If the online system still blocks you (which happens sometimes), don't waste weeks calling. I used Claimyr to get through to an agent who filed my claim manually over the phone The 10x rule just means you're eligible, but the timing restriction is absolute. Also double-check that you don't have any pending issues on your account that might be blocking you - sometimes there are hidden flags that only agents can see. Don't stress too much, you'll get it sorted once your BYE date hits. The system is just designed terribly but you'll get your benefits flowing again!
This is super helpful, thank you! I'm definitely going to try right at midnight on my BYE date. Quick question - when you say "hidden flags that only agents can see," what kind of things are we talking about? I'm worried there might be something blocking me that I don't know about.
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good for you for filing! too many people skip it because they feel bad for their employer but thats literally what unemployment insurance is FOR. your employer has been paying into this system specifically so you can get benefits if you lose your job
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I went through this same situation a few months ago when I got laid off from my retail job. Like others said, the benefits come from the state fund that all employers pay into - your old company won't get a direct bill for your benefits. What really helped me was understanding that unemployment insurance is literally designed for situations like yours where you lose your job through no fault of your own. Don't feel guilty about using a system that you and your employer have been paying into! The application process with NYS Department of Labor was pretty straightforward once I got started. Good luck with everything!
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