I'm in week 5 of this exact same "under review" nightmare and this thread is like finding an oasis in the desert! Like everyone else here, I've done absolutely everything correctly - completed ID.me, uploaded all documents, straightforward layoff from retail (store closure), been filing weekly claims and doing work searches religiously. The complete blackout of information is what's driving me insane - how can they expect us to just sit here indefinitely with zero explanation while our rent and utilities pile up? I've called probably 80+ times and it's always the same story: busy signals, mysterious disconnections, or that horrible hold music that suddenly cuts to dial tone. Reading everyone's experiences, it's crystal clear that PA UC has massive systemic issues with these invisible holds and verification problems that don't show up anywhere we can see them. I'm absolutely going to try the 7:59am calling strategy starting tomorrow and also send that email to uchelp@pa.gov that several people had success with. The fact that we need to crowdsource basic information about our own government benefits is completely insane, but I'm so grateful for everyone sharing what actually works. This community has been more helpful than the entire PA UC system! I'll definitely update if I make any progress with those methods.

I'm in week 6 of this exact same "under review" nightmare and finding this thread feels like striking gold! Your situation mirrors mine perfectly - straightforward layoff (restaurant closure), all documents uploaded correctly, ID.me completed weeks ago, and I've been faithfully filing weekly claims and work searches. The total communication blackout from PA UC is what's killing me - no messages, no updates, no way to know if I did something wrong or if it's just their broken system. I've called easily 100+ times and it's always the same cycle: busy signal, mysterious disconnection, or that awful hold music that cuts to nothing. Reading through everyone's experiences here, it's obvious PA UC has serious systemic problems with these invisible verification holds that we can't see on our dashboards. I'm definitely trying the 7:59am calling strategy tomorrow morning and sending that uchelp@pa.gov email that multiple people have had success with. It's absolutely ridiculous that in 2025 we need a Reddit detective squad just to figure out basic information about our own unemployment claims, but I'm incredibly grateful everyone is sharing what actually works. The fact that we're all dealing with nearly identical issues really shows how fundamentally broken this system is. I'll update if either strategy gets me through to an actual human being who can explain what the hell is going on with my claim!

Congratulations on the new job! I just want to reinforce what everyone else has said because I was in your exact shoes about 6 months ago and was equally worried about messing something up. You absolutely do NOT need to formally close your claim - just stop filing your weekly certifications once you start working full-time. Since you're starting Monday, go ahead and file for this current week (you haven't earned anything yet), then you're done! The thing that stressed me out most was thinking I had to "do" something to close it, but the system is actually designed to handle this automatically. Your claim just goes inactive when you stop certifying, but stays open for the full benefit year as a safety net. I kept my login info saved just in case, and honestly it was reassuring knowing it was there even though I never needed it again. One last tip - after months of weekly filing, it felt so strange NOT having to do it anymore! But what a great problem to have, right? Enjoy your new job and congratulations on getting back to work!

Congratulations on the new job! I just want to add another perspective since I went through this exact situation about 9 months ago. Everyone here is absolutely correct - you don't need to formally "close" your claim, just stop filing weekly certifications once you start working full-time. What really helped me was thinking of it this way: PA UC is designed around the concept that people cycle in and out of work, so the system is built to handle these transitions automatically. When you stop certifying, your claim goes dormant but stays available as a safety net for the full benefit year. Since you mentioned starting Monday, definitely file for this current week (you haven't worked yet), then you're all set! I'd also suggest taking a moment to appreciate this milestone - going from job searching back to steady employment is no small feat, especially in today's market. The relief of not having to do those weekly certifications anymore is going to feel amazing. Best of luck with your new position!

I just checked the PA UC website - you can file a petition for reconsideration if circumstances prevented you from filing a timely appeal. You need to: 1. Download the Petition for Appeal form from the UC website 2. Check the box for "Petition for Appeal After the Appeal Deadline" 3. Explain clearly that you never received notification about the continued overpayment after the referee decision 4. Include the referee's decision document that stated you were eligible 5. Mail it to the address on the form or upload it through your dashboard Be aware they're strict about granting these late appeals, but not getting proper notification is one of the acceptable reasons. You should submit this ASAP as the longer you wait, the less likely they'll accept it.

This is such a frustrating situation, and unfortunately it's more common than it should be. I went through something similar last year where I had multiple overlapping determinations that seemed to contradict each other. One thing that really helped me was keeping a detailed timeline of all determinations, appeals, and hearings. It sounds like you have at least two separate issues here - the original separation eligibility (which you won) and the overpayment calculation (which may be unrelated). Also, make sure you're documenting every interaction with UC - dates you called, who you spoke with, what they told you. This becomes crucial evidence if you need to file appeals or complaints later. And definitely follow Dylan's advice about that petition for reconsideration - the "no notification received" reason has worked for others I know. Hang in there! The system is definitely confusing but you have more options than you might think.

I've been on PA UC for about 2 months now and had the exact same problem with unpredictable payments! What finally worked for me was a combination of things: 1. I switched to filing every Sunday at 9pm religiously - before that I was doing it randomly during the week and my payments were chaos 2. Set up a bank alert for deposits over my benefit amount ($275 in my case) 3. Most importantly - I created a shortcut on my phone to the UC Payment History page and check it every Tuesday morning. Like everyone else said, it shows "Paid" status 12-24 hours before your bank gets the money My payments now consistently hit Wednesday afternoons, but knowing Tuesday morning that it's been processed eliminates all the anxiety. The whole PA system really needs better notifications, but at least these workarounds make it manageable. Pro tip: if you're ever late filing (like past Tuesday), it can throw off your whole payment schedule for that week. Learned that one the hard way!

I've been dealing with this same issue for the past 8 weeks! What's helped me get some consistency is setting up a system similar to what others have mentioned, but with a slight twist. I file every Sunday night at exactly 10pm (set a phone alarm for it), then I check the UC Payment History page every Tuesday at lunch. Once it shows "Paid" status, I know the money will hit my account within 24 hours - usually by Wednesday evening or Thursday morning. For notifications, I set up a text alert through my bank app for any deposit over $250 (my weekly benefit amount). This has been way more reliable than hoping the state sends something. One thing I discovered that might help: if you have multiple bank accounts, try switching your direct deposit to a different bank. I was originally using Chase and deposits were super unpredictable. I switched to a local community bank and now my timing is much more consistent - they seem to process ACH transfers faster than the big banks. Also, make sure to check that "Issues" tab in your UC dashboard if a payment seems delayed. Sometimes there are holds or problems that they don't notify you about directly.

Just want to echo what everyone else has said - you're handling this correctly! I went through the exact same confusion when I got laid off from my job at a warehouse last year. Got my final check about 10 days after my last day and spent way too much time worrying about whether to report it. The rule is simple: if you didn't do the work during the week you're claiming benefits for, don't report it. One thing I learned the hard way though - make sure you keep a copy of that final paystub! I had an issue months later where PA UC needed documentation about my employment dates, and having that final paystub with the pay period dates really helped prove when my employment actually ended. Also, if you have any unused sick time or personal days that get paid out, same rule applies - don't report it since you "earned" those days while you were still employed. The weekly certification process gets easier once you get into the routine. Just remember to be honest about any actual work you do during each claim week going forward. Good luck with your job search!

I just went through this exact situation a few weeks ago! Got laid off and received my final paycheck about a week later. I was so stressed about whether to report it, but after calling PA UC directly (took forever to get through), they confirmed what everyone here is saying - you DON'T report wages for work done before your layoff date, even if you receive the payment during a claim week. The agent told me they see this question all the time and that it's one of the most common sources of confusion for new claimants. What matters is when you actually performed the work, not when the check arrived. Save yourself the headache and just follow the advice here - don't report that final paycheck!