Missed certifying for NY unemployment this week - can I still get paid?

Don't worry too much! NY unemployment allows you to claim missed weeks, but you'll need to follow their specific process. You can certify for previous weeks by selecting the "Claim weekly benefits" option, then choose "Claim benefits for previous weeks" when prompted. However, you might need to call and speak with an agent if the system doesn't let you do this online. Just explain you forgot to certify, and they can usually help you.

same thing happened 2 me last month... no big deal just call them they'll fix it

Im pretty sure ur OK!!! The system lets you go back and claim previous weeks u missed, but ONLY IF its within 7 days of when u were supposed to do it!! So hurry up and try to do it online TODAY!!! After that u gotta call and its a NIGHTMARE to get through on phone these days!!!

I had a similar issue back in February when I completely forgot to certify. The online system wouldn't let me backdate my claim, so I had to call. Spent literally THREE DAYS trying to get through to someone. The lines are constantly busy, and when I finally got in the queue, it disconnected me after 2 hours of waiting! I ended up using this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that holds your place in line and calls you when an agent is available. Totally worth it because I got through in about 40 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE - saved me days of frustration and I got my missed payment released within 24 hours after talking to someone.

The NY DOL has specific rules about missed certifications. You're allowed to certify for previous weeks, but there's a process to follow: 1. First try doing it online through your NY.gov account 2. If that doesn't work, you'll need to call 888-209-8124 3. You may need to request a "docent review" if it's been more than a week Most importantly, don't wait! The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to get those benefits retroactively. Technically you have until Saturday at midnight of the following week to certify, but it's always better to resolve these issues immediately. Also, set a weekly reminder on your phone for certifications so this doesn't happen again. The DOL is strict about the certification process because it confirms you were actually unemployed during that period.

I HATE our unemployment system!!! It's designed to trip people up I swear. One little mistake and they make it impossible to fix without jumping through a million hoops. Last year I missed certifying because I was in the HOSPITAL with pneumonia and they still made me wait 3 weeks to get that money. Called like 50 times before getting through. System is broken!!!!!

guys you can also use the automated phone system to certify sometimes if the website isn't working! 1-888-581-5812 i think

Just to update everyone - the rules changed slightly in January 2025. Now you have up to 14 days to claim a missed week before you need to speak with an agent. You should be able to certify online until Sunday night, but after that you'll definitely need to call. The automated phone system unfortunately doesn't allow for missed week certifications anymore.

UPDATE: I was able to get through to someone at NYSDOL! I called right when they opened this morning and only waited about 45 minutes. The agent was super nice and helped me certify for last week. She said the payment should arrive in 2-3 business days. Thanks everyone for all your help and advice!

wow u got lucky! usually takes me like 4 hours minimum to get someone on the phone

Just a tip for the future - I set TWO different alarms on my phone for certification day. One in the morning and one at night in case I forget. Haven't missed a week since I started doing that!!