Is my NY unemployment bye date 9/5 the last day I can claim benefits or when I'm completely cut off?

BYE date means Benefit Year End date, so 9/5 is the last day your claim is active. You cant claim after that day.

Your BYE (Benefit Year End) date of 9/5/2025 is the last day your current benefit year is active. You can certify for the week ending 9/5, but you won't be able to claim for any weeks after that date. If you still have a balance in your account when your benefit year ends, unfortunately that money does go back into the general unemployment insurance fund - you don't get to keep claiming until your balance reaches zero. If you're still unemployed after your BYE date, you'll need to file a new claim to continue receiving benefits. The system will evaluate your eligibility for a new benefit year based on any work you've done during your current benefit year.

Dont overthink it, u just cant claim AFTER the bye date. So submit for that last week b4 it hits & ur good

Great question about the certification timing. The BYE date affects your eligibility period, not your certification period. So yes, you would certify on Sunday 9/7 for the week ending 9/5. The system understands this workflow and won't lock you out from claiming that final week. Just make sure you certify as soon as possible after that week ends.

I had the same issue with getting locked out right at my BYE date last month. After wasting days trying to get through on the phone, I used Claimyr.com to connect with an agent. It got me through to a real person in about 20 minutes who was able to process my final week's payment. You can see how it works in their video demo: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE - it basically calls for you and holds your place in line. The agent told me this happens a lot with the system automatically locking people out at BYE dates even though you're supposed to be able to certify for that final week.

also jus so u kno - if ur still unemployed u can apply for a new claim rite after ur BYE date hits. doesnt mean ur done 4ever

To clarify about continuing benefits after your BYE date: Yes, you need to have worked during your benefit year to qualify for a new claim. Specifically, you need to have earned wages in employment equal to at least 10 times your weekly benefit rate. If you haven't worked enough during your benefit year, you won't be eligible for a new regular UI claim. However, depending on the current economic situation, there might be extension programs available. These change based on legislation, so you would need to check the NYSDOL website for current options after your benefit year ends. Regarding your original question: The safest approach is to make sure you certify for your final week (ending 9/5) as soon as the system allows on 9/7. While the system should allow this certification since it's for the period before your BYE date, some users have experienced technical issues as others have mentioned.

I had the EXACT same question last year!!! My bye date was in April 2024 and I was so confused about it. Just to add to what everyone else is saying - the certification system works on a Sunday-Saturday week. So your last week would be the week containing your BYE date. And you certify for it after that week is over. Oh and don't forget that if you DO qualify for a new benefit year, there's usually a gap week where you won't get paid. They call it a "waiting week" for the new claim. Just so you're prepared financially for that.

The whole BYE date thing is just another way the system screws people over!!! I had $2800 left in my account when my BYE date hit and they just TOOK IT BACK. That money should be MINE - I worked for YEARS and paid into the system!!! The whole thing is designed to be confusing on purpose so people miss out on benefits they deserve.

my cousin had this happen last month and she said if you call right before your BYE date they can sometimes extend it especially if you have balance left. not sure if thats true for everyone tho.

Just wanted to add my experience as someone who went through this exact situation 6 months ago. My BYE date was 3/15/2024 and I was able to certify for that final week on the Sunday after (3/17). The system worked as intended and I received payment for that last week without any issues. One thing I wish I had known earlier - start preparing for what comes next BEFORE your BYE date hits. If you think you might qualify for a new claim, gather all your wage documentation from any work you did during your benefit year. And if you don't think you'll qualify, start looking into other assistance programs or job search resources early so there's no gap in support. The uncertainty around BYE dates is definitely stressful, but in most cases the system does work correctly. Just make sure to certify as soon as possible for that final week!

I'm in a similar situation with my BYE date coming up in a few months and this whole thread has been incredibly helpful! One thing I'm still confused about though - if I do qualify for a new claim after my BYE date, do I need to wait until after 9/5 to file it, or can I file it before my current benefit year ends? I want to make sure there's no gap in my benefits if possible, but I also don't want to mess up my current claim by filing too early.

I went through this exact same confusion with my BYE date last year! Just to add another data point - my BYE date was 8/12/2024 and I was able to certify for that final week on Sunday 8/14 without any issues. The payment came through normally too. One tip that really helped me: I took screenshots of my account balance and BYE date about a week before it expired, just in case there were any disputes later. Thankfully I didn't need them, but it gave me peace of mind. Also, if you're worried about the system locking you out (which some people mentioned), you could try logging in early Sunday morning right when the certification window opens. I certified at like 6 AM that Sunday and had no problems. The earlier you can get in there, the less likely you are to run into any technical glitches. Good luck with your final week - sounds like you've got all the info you need now!

Hey Sofia! I just went through this same situation a few months ago and it's definitely confusing at first. Your BYE date of 9/5 means that's the last day of your benefit year, so you CAN still claim for the week ending 9/5. You'll certify for that final week on Sunday 9/7 (or Monday if you miss Sunday). The key thing to remember is that you're claiming for weeks that END before or on your BYE date, not the day you actually certify. So even though you're certifying on 9/7, you're claiming for the week that ended 9/5, which is still within your benefit year. And yes, unfortunately any remaining balance does disappear when your BYE date hits - it goes back into the unemployment fund. I know it feels unfair but that's just how the system works. If you're still unemployed after 9/5 and have worked enough during your benefit year (at least 10x your weekly benefit amount), you can file a new claim right after your BYE date. Hope this helps clear things up!

I'm dealing with the exact same situation right now! My BYE date is coming up next month and I was getting so stressed about whether I'd miss out on my final week of benefits. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly helpful. It sounds like the key things are: 1) You CAN claim for the week ending on your BYE date, 2) You certify AFTER that week ends (so for Sofia, she'd certify on 9/7 for the week ending 9/5), and 3) Any leftover balance does disappear when your benefit year ends. I'm definitely going to take screenshots of my account before my BYE date and try to certify early that Sunday morning like Ava suggested. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - this community is so helpful for navigating the confusing NYSDOL system!

Just wanted to share my recent experience since I literally just went through this exact situation! My BYE date was 1/10/2025 and I was SO worried about missing that final week. I followed all the advice from threads like this - took screenshots beforehand, logged in early Sunday morning (1/12) to certify for the week ending 1/10, and everything went smoothly. Got my final payment deposited normally. One thing that helped ease my anxiety was calling the NYSDOL automated phone line a few days before my BYE date to confirm my remaining balance and weekly benefit amount. The automated system gave me all the info I needed without having to wait on hold for hours to speak to a human. Also want to echo what others said about preparing early if you think you'll need to file a new claim. I had worked some freelance gigs during my benefit year and was able to calculate that I'd earned enough to qualify for a new claim. Filed it on 1/13 (right after my BYE date) and I'm now in the waiting week for the new benefit year. The whole BYE date process is definitely stressful when you don't know what to expect, but reading experiences like everyone shared here really helped me feel prepared. Sofia, sounds like you've got all the info you need now - you'll be fine!