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NYSDOL: How to report out-of-state wages when system doesn't give the option?

Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with my unemployment application. I need to enter wages from another state, but the system didn't give me that option. It's asking me to call them to finish the application. Has anyone dealt with this before? What should I expect when I call? I'm a bit nervous about the whole process.

Aisha Rahman

Ugh, I feel ya. The system can be such a pain sometimes. When I had to report out-of-state wages, I had to call too. Make sure you have all your wage documents ready before you call. They'll probably ask for specific dates and amounts.

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QuantumQueen

Thanks for the heads up! Did they ask for any specific forms from the other state?

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Aisha Rahman

Not in my case, but it might depend on which state your wages are from. Where did you work before?

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QuantumQueen

I worked in California before moving here.

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Aisha Rahman

Oh, Cali! Yeah, definitely mention that to the agent. They might need some extra info for out-of-state wages, especially from a big state like CA.

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Ethan Wilson

Been there, done that. It's annoying af but you gotta push through. When you call, ask them if there are any specific forms you need for reporting out-of-state wages. Sometimes they have special procedures for that stuff.

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Yuki Sato

Pro tip: call early in the morning if you can. The wait times are usually shorter, and the agents seem less frazzled. Good luck!

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Carmen Flores

This! šŸ‘† I always try to be one of the first callers of the day. Makes a huge difference.

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Andre Dubois

I found a method to get someone on the phone quickly. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video explaining it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

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CyberSamurai

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?

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Andre Dubois

I was skeptical at first too, but I tried it and it actually worked. Saved me hours of frustration.

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Zoe Alexopoulos

20 bucks tho? šŸ¤” Idk if its worth it

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Andre Dubois

For me, it was worth every penny. Time is money, and I couldn't afford to spend all day on hold.

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Jamal Carter

The whole system is a joke. Why can't they just have a simple online form for out-of-state wages? It's 2023, for crying out loud! šŸ¤¦ā€ā™‚ļø

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Mei Liu

Preach! šŸ™Œ The government's always 10 years behind on technology.

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Liam O'Donnell

You think that's bad? Try dealing with their website on a mobile device. It's like time-traveling back to 1999. šŸ’€

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Amara Nwosu

Here's what you need to know about reporting out-of-state wages for unemployment: ā€¢ Have all your wage documents ready, including W-2s and pay stubs ā€¢ Be prepared to provide the exact dates of your employment in the other state ā€¢ Ask if there are any special forms required for out-of-state wage reporting ā€¢ Inquire about the process for wage verification between states ā€¢ Find out if there's a waiting period for benefits due to out-of-state wages ā€¢ Ask how this might affect your weekly benefit amount Remember, every state has slightly different rules, so be patient and don't be afraid to ask questions. The agent should be able to guide you through the process step by step. Good luck!

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QuantumQueen

Wow, this is super helpful! Thank you so much for taking the time to write all this out. I feel much more prepared now.

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AstroExplorer

Saving this for later. You're the real MVP! šŸ†

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Giovanni Moretti

Anyone else feel like they need a degree in bureaucracy just to file for unemployment? šŸ˜…

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Fatima Al-Farsi

LOL for real tho. I swear I've learned more about government processes from filing UI than I ever did in school.

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Dylan Cooper

Bureaucracy 101: How to Wait on Hold and Cry Simultaneously šŸŽ“šŸ˜­

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Sofia Perez

Hey OP, which state are you filing in? Some states are better than others at handling out-of-state wages.

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QuantumQueen

I'm filing in New York. My previous wages were from California.

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Sofia Perez

Ah, gotcha. NY can be tricky, but they deal with this a lot. Just be persistent and you'll get through eventually.

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Dmitry Smirnov

Plot twist: what if we all just moved to a state with better unemployment systems? šŸ¤” Who's with me? šŸ˜‚

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ElectricDreamer

Great idea! Let's all move to... um... is there even a state with a good system? šŸ¤£

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Ava Johnson

I hear Canada's nice this time of year... šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦ā„ļø

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