Coronavirus and Unemployment Benefits in New York FAQ

COVID-19 and Unemployment Benefits FAQ

Get answers to common questions about unemployment for those who have lost work due to COVID-19.
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Updated: 2021-03-11
Am I Eligible for Unemployment Benefits in New York?
 
How Much Will I Collect in Unemployment Benefits in New York?

Millions of Americans lost their jobs due to the coronavirus -- either directly from getting ill or indirectly because of the steps state and local governments took to try to control the spread of COVID-19, like closing businesses and schools. 

Now that businesses are open and jobs are available again, you may have questions: Can gig workers still get benefits? Is that extra $300 still available? And how long will unemployment benefits last? Find out the answers to these questions and more by selecting your state from the list below. 


Jurisdictional relevance: ST

There are versions of this article for each State.

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