New York Unemployment: 4 weeks no payment after applying - normal wait time?

4 weeks is pretty normal these days tbh. My claim took 6 weeks to process and I had to verify my identity twice. Make sure you're doing your weekly certifications even while waiting for approval.

I finally got through to someone using claimyr.com - its this service that calls and waits on hold for you then connects you when an agent picks up. Costs $20 but totally worth it. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

took me 8 weeks to get my first payment. system is mad backed up rn. keep certifying weekly tho, youll get backpay for all the weeks once approved

DETAILED GUIDE FOR NEW CLAIMS: First, don't panic - here's what you need to know: - Processing times are currently 4-8 weeks minimum - Keep doing weekly certifications - Check your email/mail daily for requests - Make sure your ID docs are clear if they ask - Use claimyr.com if you need to reach an agent - They'll backpay all weeks once approved - Document everything Best tip: If you need to speak with someone, try early morning (7:30am) or use an auto-dialer service like claimyr.com. The regular phone lines are basically impossible rn.

check ur spam folder! my approval email went there and i almost missed it lol

bruh im on week 10 still waiting. this whole system needs to be rebuilt from scratch

I'm in the same boat - week 5 here and still waiting. It's so stressful when you're counting on that money. I've been calling every day but can never get through. Might have to try that claimyr thing people are mentioning. Hang in there, sounds like most people eventually get approved with backpay!