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New York Unemployment First Time Claim - When Will I Get Paid?

Just submitted my first unemployment claim and got approved. Never done this before so I'm confused about when I'll actually see money in my account. The website isn't clear about the timeline. Anyone know how long it usually takes to get the first payment?

Dylan Campbell

Usually takes about 2-3 weeks after you file to get your first payment. Make sure you do your weekly certifications every single week or you won't get paid 💯

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NeonNova

Do I have to wait until Sunday to do the certification?

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Dylan Campbell

Yep! You can only certify between Sunday morning and Saturday night for the previous week

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Sofia Hernandez

I found a way to actually talk to someone at unemployment! Used this site claimyr.com - its a service that calls and waits on hold, then connects you when someone picks up. Costs $20 but worth every penny fr fr. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

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Dmitry Kuznetsov

sounds kinda sus... did it actually work?

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Sofia Hernandez

100% legit no cap. Got through in like 45 mins when i was trying for weeks before 🙌

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Ava Thompson

$20 seems steep just to make a phone call 🤔

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Sofia Hernandez

cheaper than missing out on weeks of benefits bc you cant get thru tbh

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Miguel Ramos

the most IMPORTANT thing is to make sure u put ur direct deposit info in correctly!! double check those numbers fr fr

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NeonNova

where do I find that section on the website?

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Miguel Ramos

go to ur payment options in ur account settings. cant miss it

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Zainab Ibrahim

Took me exactly 3 weeks to get my first payment. Had to call like 50 times cause there was an issue with my claim tho 🤮

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StarSailor

Here's everything you need to know about your first claim: 1. First payment usually takes 2-3 weeks if everything's perfect 2. You MUST certify weekly starting the first Sunday after you apply 3. Make sure your direct deposit info is correct 4. If you see any pending issues, don't wait - call them asap 5. Keep documenting your work search activities 6. If you can't get through on the phone, try claimyr.com - they'll wait on hold for you 7. Keep checking your email/mail for any requests for additional info The system's kinda trash ngl but once you learn the ropes its manageable

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NeonNova

This is super helpful, tysm! 🙏

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Connor O'Brien

lmaooo good luck getting anyone on the phone without waiting 4 hours 🤡

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Yara Sabbagh

deadass tho 💀

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