Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Where Do I File?
https://ui.labor.state.ny.us/UBC/home.do?FF_LOCALE=1
You can also file on the phone (who does that?) by calling the Telephone Claims Center at 1-888-209-8124 for New York State residents (or 1-877-358-5306 for out of state residents) between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday through Friday.This is a toll-free call, but really the online site is easy and preferable for everyone.
Am I eligible?
If you were laid off from a job in New York state you should be eligible to receive.
What information do I need to apply?
- Your Social Security number
- Your New York State driver’s license or Motor Vehicle ID card number (if you have either one)
- Your complete mailing address and zip code
- Telephone number where we can contact you between 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday
- Your Alien Registration card number (if you are not a U.S. Citizen and have a card)
- The names and addresses of all employers for whom you’ve worked within the last 18 months, including those employers in another state
- Employer Registration number or Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) of your most recent employer (FEIN may be found on your W-2 forms) (if you have either)
- Your copies of forms SF8 and SF50, if you had federal employment within the last 18 months
- Your copy of your most recent separation form DD 214, if you are an ex-service member claiming benefits based on your military service
- If you are unable to print, have a pen and paper available to write down important information
- If you are choosing to have direct deposit of your weekly benefits, you must have a check handy in order to enter your bank routing and checking account numbers
How long does it take to start getting paid?
Once you’ve gone a week without work you can apply for your weekly check via the above link. There is an upaid waiting week after you file so assume you’ll start receiving money about 3 weeks after you’ve stopped working.
I’ve been accepted, when/how often do I submit my weekly claim?
If you want to get paid weekly, you’ve got to submit your claim weekly on the NY labor site here. The first day you can claim for the prior week is Sunday, so make that a part of your Sunday routine along with reading the paper, The405Club.com, catching up on LOST and doing the crosswords. Submitting your claim online takes about 1 minute tops. You’re asked questions whether or not you worked that week, if you denied work that week and if you made over $405/week in other jobs that week. The answers are usually a lot of “no’s” and “0s”. If you are freelancing on the side this gets tricky and involves paperwork signed by your freelancing employer. [Freelancers, please help with this section. *UPDATE NEEDED* Some infohere.]
How much do I get per week as an unemployed New Yorker?
The current max is $405/week now that The Great Recession Stimulus Package extension has eliminated the stimulus of $25/week post-tax. Very few elect to have their taxes taken out prior to receiving the checks because let’s be honest, right now you need all the money you can get. Some will also calculate their weekly rate using an alternate base period or calculate using their previous average weekly wage: click here to find out more about that.
How many weeks can I get Unemployment Benefit Checks?
Please consult of the Department of Labor for the latest information on extended benefits.
Can I get my check directly deposited right into my bank account?
Yes. In fact, we recommend this. Some have been hit with fees by NOT using direct deposit. It’s easy to set up and definitely the fastest way to get your $.
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From the NY Department of Labor
Before you apply for Unemployment Insurance:
Q: What employment do I need in order to qualify for benefits?
Q: Under what circumstances may I file a claim?
Q: When should I file a claim?
Q: How do I apply for Unemployment Insurance?
Q: What do I need to have when I file?
Q: If I am a resident of New York State, but worked in another state where do I apply for benefits?
Q: If I have a claim with another state, how do I register with NYS?
Q: How is my weekly benefit rate determined?
Q: What is the maximum amount of benefits I can receive?
Q: Can I use military service to establish a claim?
Q: What if I work for a school system?
Q: What if I worked in New York State, but live in another state?
Q: What if I am going to move out of New York State?
Q: Does receiving Social Security affect my benefits?
Q: Does receiving a pension affect my benefits?
Q: Does receiving workers’ compensation affect my benefits?
Q: Does pregnancy affect my eligibility?
Q: Am I eligible for benefits during a leave of absence from my job?
Q: What if I am not a US citizen, may I still file a claim?
Q: What if I want to start my own business?
Q: What if I want to help a friend or relative?
After you apply for Unemployment Insurance:
Q: What is the Monetary Determination?
Q: What should I do if I disagree with the Monetary Determination?
Q: What if I think my rate will be higher using the alternate base period?
Q: Can I have my benefit rate calculated using my average weekly wage?
Q: Now that I have filed a claim, what do I do next?
Q: How do I claim my weekly benefits?
Q: How will I receive my unemployment payments?
Q: What can I do to safeguard my unemployment benefits?
Q: What if I think my payment is late?
Q: How can I speak to a claims specialist at the Telephone Claims Center?
Q: When is the best time to call the Telephone Claims Center?
Q: What should I do if my address or telephone number changes?
Q: Do I have to look for work while collecting benefits?
Q: What kind of work do I have to look for?
Q: What if I do volunteer work?
Q: What should I do when I return to work?
Q: What should I do if I become unemployed again?
Q: What is the maximum amount of benefits I may receive?
Q: What if I start or stop receiving workers’ compensation?
Q: What if I start receiving pension payments?
Q: What if I am called for jury duty?
Q: Are unemployment insurance benefits taxable?
Q: Is there tax relief available for UI claimants?
Q: Will any benefits be withheld for taxes?
Q: Can I change my tax withholding option?
Q: Can I have my tax withholding returned to me?
Q: Will I receive a year-end statement?
Q: If I repaid an overpayment will it appear on my form 1099-G?
Q: I did not receive my 1099-G. How can I get a copy?
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