DEO extension approval timeline after exhausting regular benefits? Need answers fast!

I went through this in January. Extension took about 4 weeks to process for me, and YEP there was definitely a gap in payments. I had to borrow money from family to cover rent. The DEO website says it should only take 7-10 days but thats BULL!!! Nothing ever happens that fast with them!!! Make sure u check that your work search requirements are actually entered in the system correctly - they denied my first extension application bcuz they said I didn't do enough work searches even tho I DID!!! Good luck, the system is totally rigged against us...

mine only took like 10 days and the payments kept coming dont worry too much

The extension timeline varies quite a bit from person to person, but there are a few things to understand about the current process: 1. The standard Florida Extended Benefits (EB) program requires a separate review of your eligibility, which is why there's often a processing period. 2. The system will look at your work search activities very carefully during this transition, so make absolutely sure you're documenting all 5 required activities each week in detail. 3. For most people I've helped, the timeline is running about 2-3 weeks right now. Some get lucky with faster processing, while others might experience longer delays if there are any issues with their application. 4. Continue claiming weeks exactly as scheduled, even if you're not receiving payments during the review period. This ensures you'll receive all entitled benefits once approved. Make sure your contact information is up to date in CONNECT so you don't miss any fact-finding requests, as these can delay the process further.

When I exhausted my regular benefits last year, I also hit this weird extension limbo. After waiting 2 weeks with no updates, I tried calling DEO directly but kept getting disconnected or endless hold times. I finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through to an actual DEO agent. They have this system that holds your place in line and calls you back when an agent is available. Totally worth it for me since the agent was able to check my extension status directly and tell me exactly what was happening. They also have a video demo if you want to see how it works: https://youtu.be/UzW_hbUy-ss?si=zORd51jeq1GX5Ldj In my case, there was actually a small issue with my extension application that wasn't visible in my CONNECT portal. The agent fixed it while I was on the phone, and my extension was approved 3 days later. Saved me weeks of waiting!

hey my sister just went thru this!!! she got approved in 2 weeks but then there was a weird week where she didnt get paid and then it started again without her doing anything. the deo system is so confusing sometimes lol

The entire extension system is COMPLETELY BROKEN by design! I waited 7 weeks - SEVEN WEEKS!! - for my extension to be approved earlier this year. No communication, no updates, nothing on the portal. DEO doesn't care if we can't pay bills or buy food. They WANT people to give up! And when I finally got approved, they didn't even backpay me for the first 2 weeks I claimed during the wait period! I had to file an appeal to get that money, which took ANOTHER month. The whole system is designed to frustrate people into giving up. My advice? Call them EVERY SINGLE DAY. Email your state rep. Make noise. The squeaky wheel gets the grease in this broken system.

Im in the same boat as u right now! Just exhausted my regular benefits last week and applied for extension. This thread is helpful, glad to know im not alone in this stressful situation. Will update here if mine gets approved so u know how long it takes for someone applying right now.

To give you a better understanding of what's happening behind the scenes: when you apply for an extension, your claim enters what's called the "monetary redetermination" process. During this time, the system is verifying that you've met the earnings requirements and other eligibility criteria specific to the extended benefits program. The status in CONNECT often doesn't reflect this specialized review, which is why it can seem like nothing is happening. However, if you want to check your specific status, you can: 1. Go to the "Determination, Pending Issues and Decision Summary" section of CONNECT 2. Look for any items labeled as "Pending" related to "Extended Benefits" or "EB" 3. Check your inbox regularly for any fact-finding questionnaires Most importantly, continue claiming weeks as scheduled. Once approved, you should receive all back payments for properly claimed weeks during the wait period in a lump sum.

One thing nobody mentioned yet - make sure you're still submitting your work search records on time even while waiting for the extension approval. I had a friend who thought he didn't need to submit them during the extension processing period, and he ended up having to appeal when they denied weeks because of missing work searches. The requirements don't pause just because you're waiting for the extension to be processed.

My extension took 18 days to process back in March. Not terrible but definitely stressful. What helped me was that I had put a little aside from each payment knowing the extension might cause a gap. If you haven't already, might be worth talking to your landlord to give them a heads up about a possible late payment. Some are understanding if you communicate in advance.

wait i forgot to say my sister also had to upload some extra documents for her extension that she didnt need for regular benefits! check ur CONNECT inbox!!