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To answer your original question directly: Yes, MLK Day will delay payments by one business day since it's a federal bank holiday. If you normally receive payment on Tuesday, expect it Wednesday. Here's the complete info on how holidays affect UC payments: 1) If you file your weekly certification on Sunday as usual, PA UC will still process your claim that day 2) However, the ACH transfer to banks doesn't initiate until the next business day 3) Since Monday is a holiday, the transfer won't start until Tuesday 4) Most banks then take 24 hours to post the deposit, meaning Wednesday delivery If you're concerned about making rent, you might want to talk to your landlord in advance and explain the situation. Most are understanding about verified payment delays due to federal holidays.
Really appreciate the detailed explanation. I'll definitely let my landlord know ahead of time. I wish the UC website would just tell us this stuff clearly!
This happens every holiday and it always stresses me out too! Last year I switched to the Money Network card and it sometimes posts a day faster than my old direct deposit did. Just an option to consider for the future.
i had the card but then they charged me ATM fees evry time i took money out so i switched back to direct deposit its better if you need all your money at once
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Has anyone actually received their backpay in full recently? I've heard rumors they're deliberately slowing down payments because the state fund is running low again. Wouldn't surprise me one bit!
This is misinformation. The PA UC Trust Fund is currently solvent, and there are no systemic delays in processing approved payments. Individual claims may have processing times that vary based on complexity and volume, but there is no evidence of deliberately delayed payments.
UPDATE: So I finally got through to someone at UC this morning! They told me my backpay should start processing tomorrow and will take about 5-7 business days to fully complete. Apparently there was nothing wrong with my claim - it's just the normal timeframe. Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions!
Great news! Glad you got through to someone and got a clear answer. Hope your payments come through quickly!
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This happened to me too but for a totally different reason. Turns out my internet security software was blocking the site. Check if you have any firewalls or antivirus that might be interfering. I had to add the UC site to my exceptions list and then it worked fine on my laptop. But while I'm here - anyone know how to change your bank account info in the system? I got a new checking account and need to update my direct deposit but can't find that option anywhere...
To update your bank account information, log in and go to "View and Maintain Account Information" and then select "Update Payment Information." It's under a different menu than you might expect. Just be aware that any change to direct deposit information will trigger a paper check for your next payment as a security measure, and the direct deposit to your new account won't start until the following payment.
UPDATE: The compatibility mode trick worked!!! Thank you all so much for your help. I was able to file my weekly claim without any issues. The site does look super outdated now but I don't even care as long as it works. For anyone else having this problem, definitely try the compatibility mode in your browser first!
Great to hear you got it working! For future reference, the PA UC site typically undergoes maintenance on the third Sunday of each month from 3am-7am, though emergency maintenance can happen at other times. They're supposed to post notices about planned outages, but they often don't. Always try to file your weekly claims as early in your window as possible to avoid these kinds of last-minute stresses.
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Just to clarify for everyone in this thread - there are several common reasons claims get stuck in pending status for weeks: 1. Identity verification issues (IDme) 2. Employer response discrepancies 3. Missing work search documentation 4. Prior overpayment flags on your account 5. Wage investigation needed If you can get through to PA UC (either directly or via Claimyr), ask specifically which of these issues is affecting your claim. Different problems require different documentation to resolve. Also, while waiting for resolution, remember to keep filing your weekly claims even though you're not receiving payments yet. Once your claim is approved, you'll receive all eligible back weeks in a lump sum payment to your Money Network card or direct deposit.
This is really helpful - thank you! I have been continuing to file my weekly claims but wasn't sure if that was the right thing to do. I'm hoping it's not an identity verification issue since I completed the IDme process right after applying. When I do speak with someone (either through my rep or directly), I'll specifically ask which of these issues is holding things up.
Last winter I was waiting forever too and tried everything. Funny enough what ended up working was reaching out on the PA UC Facebook page. I sent them a direct message explaining my situation (without any personal info) and they got back to me asking for my claim number through private message. Within 48 hours someone from UC called me! Might be worth trying alongside the state rep approach.
omg i never thought about trying facebook!! thats actually pretty smart cuz they probably dont want bad publicity on social media lol. wish id known that trick when i was waiting
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my check came today but informed delivery didnt show it. sometimes the system just misses stuff. i bet it will be in your mailbox today anyway.
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Dmitry Petrov
UPDATE: Check just arrived!!! Mail carrier came late today (around 4pm instead of noon). So seems like USPS just didn't scan it for Informed Delivery and also delivered later than usual. Thanks everyone for calming me down!!
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Ava Martinez
•nice!! told ya not to worry lol
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Yara Elias
•Glad to hear it arrived! For future reference, you might want to look into the direct deposit option again. It really does eliminate all these mail-related anxieties. If your bank account was flagged before, try contacting your bank first to let them know you're setting up a government direct deposit, then try the UC system again.
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