Did you ever figure this out? I'm curious which method ended up working for you because I might be in the same boat soon 😬

So glad you were able to get through and resolve your issue! This thread is going to be super helpful for others dealing with the same nightmare. I'm bookmarking it because knowing my luck, I'll probably need these tips at some point too. The PA UC system really needs a complete overhaul - it's ridiculous that people have to jump through all these hoops just to access their own benefits.

Just to follow up with some additional information: In 2025, PA UC has been transitioning some of its payment processing systems, and there have been reports of first-time direct deposits taking longer than usual. If you do manage to speak with a representative, ask specifically if your payment was caught in the transition process. Also, if your payment was processed on 3/3, remember that it could mean it was processed at the end of the business day, which would mean banking days would start counting from 3/4. Given potential weekends and processing time, in the worst case, you might see it by 3/10. Please update this thread when you have a resolution so others can benefit from your experience!

I'm dealing with a similar issue right now - my payment was processed on 3/5 and still nothing in my account. This thread has been super helpful, especially knowing about the bank verification issues that don't show up in the portal. I'm definitely going to try calling right at 8am tomorrow, and if that doesn't work I'll look into that Claimyr service. It's so frustrating that PA UC doesn't communicate these holds better - would save everyone so much stress! Really hoping @Dmitry Popov your reprocessed payment comes through soon and thanks for sharing your experience with getting through to a rep.

Responding to your question about presenting your case: Be concise and stick to facts. Write down bullet points before the hearing so you don't forget anything important. When the referee asks why you believe you should qualify for benefits, focus on: 1) Your work history at the company before the incident 2) The specific allegation made against you 3) Why the allegation is false (your evidence) 4) Any procedural problems with how the employer handled the situation Avoid emotional language or attacking your manager's character. Just state facts and provide evidence. If your manager interrupts you, let them finish and then ask the referee if you may respond.

I went through this exact same situation in Wilkes-Barre about 8 months ago. From "Appeal Validated" to getting my hearing scheduled took exactly 5 weeks and 3 days. The waiting is brutal, I know. A few things that helped me while waiting: I started looking for temporary work through staffing agencies just to have some income coming in (you can still work part-time and collect UC if you win your appeal). Also, see if you qualify for emergency rental assistance through your county - many have programs specifically for people waiting on UC appeals. One thing I wish someone had told me: when you do get the hearing notice, they usually give you about 10 days notice, so make sure you're checking that mail religiously. Mine came on a Thursday for a hearing the following Tuesday. Good luck, and don't give up - wrongful termination appeals have a pretty good success rate if you have evidence.

Update: My payment just hit my account about an hour ago! Thanks everyone for the reassurance and advice. Will definitely keep that screenshot tip in mind for the future.

Glad to hear it came through! That's such a relief when you're stressed about rent. For future reference with Chase, they usually process ACH deposits in the early morning hours, so if you don't see it by 8-9am on a business day, it's probably not coming that day. The timing advice from others here is spot on - that 2-3 business day window is pretty reliable once you get into the routine. Congrats on getting through the approval process too, that's often the hardest part!

I'm also waiting on my first PA UC payment with Wells Fargo! Filed two weeks ago and my claim just switched to 'payment issued' yesterday afternoon. Reading through everyone's experiences here is making me feel so much better - I was starting to worry something went wrong. It sounds like 3-5 business days is pretty standard for the first payment. I set up those account alerts like Nia suggested and I'm going to try to be patient. Thanks everyone for sharing your timelines, it really helps to know what's normal when you're new to this whole process!

I went through this same anxiety last year with Wells Fargo! My first PA UC payment took exactly 4 business days from "payment issued" to showing up in my account. What really helped me during that stressful wait was downloading the Wells Fargo mobile app and turning on push notifications for deposits - that way I wasn't obsessively logging in to check my balance every few hours. Also, pro tip: Wells Fargo usually processes ACH deposits around 3-4 AM, so if your money is going to hit, it'll typically be there when you wake up rather than appearing during the day. The first payment delay is definitely normal and every subsequent payment will be much faster. Hang in there!