New York Unemployment: When do benefits start after waiting week?

Usually takes about 2-3 weeks after your waiting week to see the first payment. Make sure you keep certifying every week even if you haven't gotten paid yet, they'll backpay you for those weeks.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone about this. Used claimyr.com - its this service that calls and waits on hold, then connects you when they get someone. Costs $20 but worth it to get answers. Check out their demo: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

make sure ur doing everything right when certifying. one wrong answer and they'll hold up ur payments foreverrrr 😫

The system is so broken rn...took me 6 weeks to get my first payment and nobody could tell me why 🤡

Here's what you need to know about the timeline: First, make sure your claim is actually completed and there's no outstanding docs they need. Check your online account for messages. Keep certifying weekly - this is super important! If it's been more than 3 weeks since your waiting period, something might be wrong. Best bet is to get an agent on the phone. I recommend using claimyr.com to get through - way better than spending hours trying to call yourself. The good news is once it starts, they'll backpay everything you're owed. Just document everything and save your certification confirmations.

did u get the email saying ur claim was approved? if not might wanna call them asap