New York Unemployment: Can I visit a physical unemployment office to complete my application?

Hate to break it to you but the physical offices have been closed since covid. They never reopened them to the public. Everything is phone and online only now 😤

I found a way to actually get through on the phones! Used this service called claimyr.com - it costs $20 but they dial and wait on hold for you, then connect you when a real person picks up. Here's a video about how it works: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

Been dealing with NY unemployment for months now. Here's what I've learned: First, the physical offices are closed to the public. Don't waste your time trying to go there. Your best options are: 1. Keep calling early morning (7:30am sharp) 2. Use claimyr.com if you're willing to pay $20 (worked for me) 3. Try the online chat feature between 2-4pm when it's less busy 4. Email them through the secure message system Document everything - dates, times, reference numbers. If you get through, ask for a callback number or extension. And whatever you do, don't give up. The system is frustrating but persistence pays off.

lmaooo good luck. been trying since january. might as well be throwing rocks at their building 🤣

try reaching out to your local state representative. sometimes they can help push things through

Bruh the unemployment system is held together with duct tape and prayers at this point 👀