Eligible for Unemployment?
 

Are we as dreamers with DACA eligible for unemployment benefits? I'm in the state of Texas. Just got laid off.

Thanks

Re: Eligible for Unemployment?
 

yes, as long as your EAD is still valid, you can have unemployment benefits.

Re: Eligible for Unemployment?
 

Anyone applied?

I know unemployment benefits is not public charge from the new USCIS guideline, would it be possible in the future if Trump is re-elected and issue more strict guideline?

Re: Eligible for Unemployment?
 

That’s what I am scared off also. I applied for someone else with an EAD because she is older and doesn’t know how to use computers very well. It just asked for her Alien number after saying no to being an US citizen. I read somewhere that they won’t use the time of the coronavirus pandemic against you but I am still scared to apply. I am thinking of not applying since I am on furlough and hopefully should be back to work by May/June.

Re: Eligible for Unemployment?
 

I applied. Have not received any paperwork, call from EDD in CA. Been over 10 days. They must be hammered with claims. Will call them on Monday see if they have processed my claims. First time applying so not sure how EDD works.

Re: Eligible for Unemployment?
 

looks like processing times increase and went back . They were 9-12 months and up to. 5/19/2019 for receipt to. Today it updated to average processing time 10-12.5 months and receipt date back to 4/26/2019. :(.

Re: Eligible for Unemployment?
 

I think you got the wrong thread dude.

Re: Eligible for Unemployment?
 

Well, I finally got an update on my case (filed in NY), they wanted a copy (front and back) of my EAD and Social Security Card. Notice was dated April 17th and arrived yesterday. Mailed it back to them with the copies.

Now fingers crossed that I'll be approved soon.