NY unemployment extensions in 2025 - did the 13 weeks of regular UI end completely?

ya the 13 weeks is the Extended Benefits (EB) program not the same as the pandemic stuff that ended. its still available if ur states unemployment rate is high enough. NY still qualifies i think

The 13-week extension you're referring to is likely the Extended Benefits (EB) program, which is separate from the pandemic programs that ended years ago. EB is still available in New York as our state unemployment rate currently qualifies for this program. The process works like this: 1. Use all 26 weeks of your regular UI benefits 2. You'll be automatically considered for EB after that 3. You'll receive a determination notice in your online account and by mail 4. Keep certifying weekly while this determination happens The key thing to understand is that you must continue certifying every week even during the transition period. The system will automatically evaluate your eligibility once your regular UI is exhausted.

The extension you're asking about is the Extended Benefits (EB) program, which is different from the pandemic unemployment programs that ended years ago. EB is triggered by state unemployment rates and provides up to 13 additional weeks after regular UI is exhausted. As of March 2025, EB is still available in New York because our state unemployment rate remains above the threshold. Here's what you need to know: - EB activates automatically when your regular UI ends - You must meet the same eligibility requirements as regular UI - You must continue to certify weekly without interruption - The weekly benefit amount remains the same as your regular UI If you're approaching the end of your regular benefits, I recommend calling NYSDOL directly to confirm your specific situation. The transitions between programs can sometimes have technical issues.

I had the same problem last month trying to get info about the EB program. Could NOT get through to anyone at NYSDOL for like 4 days straight - just constant busy signals or disconnections. Finally I found this service called Claimyr that got me connected to an unemployment agent in about 20 minutes. They basically call for you and when they get someone, they connect you. Saved me days of frustration. Check their demo video: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE or website claimyr.com The agent confirmed I was eligible for the 13-week extension and fixed an issue with my account that was going to cause delays. Totally worth it.

okay so im confused too cuz i got a letter saying my benefits are exhausted but nothing about any extensions?? this was like 2 weeks ago. do i need to apply for something else now or just keep certifying???

I just went through this whole process in January! The extension IS still available but there's a weird gap period where you have to keep certifying but you might not get paid for 1-3 weeks while they evaluate your eligibility for the extended benefits. It's super stressful because they don't tell you this anywhere on the website! I almost gave up certifying because I thought I was done, but luckily my neighbor had gone through it and told me to keep doing it. After about 2 weeks of certifying with no payment, suddenly all the money showed up in my account retroactively. Just keep certifying!!!

The online system is GARBAGE!!! I've been trying for WEEKS to get a straight answer about this. I exhausted my 26 weeks in February and got ZERO communication about what to do next. No email, no letter, NOTHING! I kept certifying like everyone says but NO MONEY! When I finally got through to someone after calling 47 TIMES they said "oh yeah you qualify for extended benefits" but then had to "fix something in the system" because it wasn't processing automatically like it's supposed to. THIS is why people hate dealing with government programs!!!!

To summarize what everyone's saying based on the current 2025 policies: 1. Yes, the 13-week Extended Benefits program is still available in NY 2. It's NOT the same as the pandemic programs that ended years ago 3. You should be automatically considered once you exhaust regular UI 4. You MUST continue certifying weekly without interruption 5. There might be a 1-3 week gap while they process your extension 6. If you don't see movement after 2-3 weeks of continued certification, call NYSDOL The key is persistence with your weekly certifications even if you don't see payments immediately after your regular benefits end.