Notifying NY Unemployment about 1-week international travel - Do I need to speak to someone?
I need to travel out of the country for a week and the FAQ says I should call 888-209-8124 to let NY unemployment know. When I called, I just got an automated message saying not to certify from outside the country. Do I actually need to talk to a real person or should I send a secure message instead? Anyone know the best way to handle this?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve NY unemployment travel reporting issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZCnbcb-omY
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Zara Rashid
Ugh, the ny unemployment system is such a maze š¤¦āāļø I had to deal with this last month. Honestly, good luck getting through to an actual person on that number. I spent hours trying.
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Luca Romano
fr fr šÆ its like they dont want us to reach them
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Nia Jackson
Have you tried calling early in the morning? I heard that's the best time to get through.
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Zara Rashid
Yeah, I've tried all the tricks. Early morning, late afternoon, you name it. Still a nightmare š©
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NebulaNova
Hey, I found a method that actually works to get someone on the phone. I used this site called claimyr.com. It's a calling tool that dials through the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to your phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE
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Mateo Hernandez
Sounds too good to be true. How does it actually work? Is it legit?
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Aisha Khan
Idk man, paying to get through to a government service? Seems sketchy af š¤
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NebulaNova
I get the skepticism, but it's totally legit. It's just a service that automates the hold process. You still talk to the actual NY unemployment reps. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Ethan Taylor
20 bucks tho? That's steep for just getting put on hold š¬
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NebulaNova
Yeah, it's not cheap, but think about how much your time is worth. For me, not having to waste a whole day trying to get through was worth it.
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Yuki Ito
From my experience, sending a secure message is your best bet. They usually respond within a few days. Just make sure to include all the details about your trip.
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Carmen Lopez
Yo, I'm in the same boat āµ (literally lol, going on a cruise next month). Following this thread for answers!
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AstroAdventurer
Lucky you! šļø Hope you have a great time. Don't forget to update us on how you handled the unemployment stuff!
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Andre Dupont
Listen up, folks. I've been through this rodeo before. Here's what you need to do: ā¢ First, definitely try to speak with a real person. The automated system doesn't cover all scenarios. ā¢ If you can't get through (which is likely), send a secure message through your online account. Be super specific: - Mention your travel dates - Explain it's a temporary trip - State that you'll be available for work upon return ā¢ DO NOT certify for benefits while you're out of the country. It's against the rules and could get you in trouble. ā¢ If possible, try to schedule your trip between certification weeks. This can minimize complications. ā¢ Keep all your travel documents in case they ask for proof later. ā¢ When you return, you might need to call again to reactivate your claim. Remember, rules can change, so always double-check the latest info on the NY unemployment website. Oh, and pro tip: if you're struggling to get through on the phone, try using Claimyr. It's a bit pricey, but it's saved my bacon more than once when I needed to actually talk to someone.
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Zoe Papanikolaou
This is gold š Thanks for the detailed breakdown!
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Jamal Wilson
Wait, so we cant certify at all during the trip? Even if were only gone for like 2 days of the week?
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Andre Dupont
Technically, no. Any part of the week you're out of the country, you shouldn't certify. It's a pain, but better safe than sorry with these things.
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Mei Lin
smh why does everything with ny unemployment gotta be so complicated š its like they WANT us to mess up
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Liam Fitzgerald
Has anyone actually gotten in trouble for not reporting a short trip? Asking for a friend... š
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GalacticGuru
Dude, not worth the risk. They can ask for all the money back if they catch you. Just follow the rules.
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Liam Fitzgerald
Yeahhh, you're probably right. Just frustrating, ya know?
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Amara Nnamani
I swear, dealing with ny unemployment is harder than finding a new job sometimes šš
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Giovanni Mancini
Ain't that the truth! šÆ
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Fatima Al-Suwaidi
Quick question: does anyone know if this applies to trips to other states too, or just international travel?
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Dylan Cooper
Pretty sure it's just international. I've traveled to other states without issues. But don't quote me on that lol
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Aisha Abdullah
Hey Sean! I went through this exact situation a few months ago. The automated message you got is pretty standard - they basically just tell you not to certify while abroad. From my experience, you don't necessarily need to talk to a live person if it's just a week-long trip and you're being proactive about it. I ended up sending a secure message through my online account with all the details (travel dates, destination, confirmation I wouldn't certify during that time) and they responded acknowledging it. Just make sure to be super clear about your dates and that you understand you can't certify while out of the country. The key thing is documentation - keep records that you notified them beforehand. That way if any issues come up later, you have proof you followed proper procedure. Safe travels! š«
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