Question: how soon can you apply for unemployment in ny?
Answer: Telephone filing hours are: Monday – Thursday 8 am to 7:30 pm, Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday 7:30 am to 8:00 pm. How long do I have to wait to receive benefits? New York has waived its normal one-week waiting period, so you can apply and be eligible for benefits as soon as your work ends (or hours are reduced).