How can I tell if my PA UC claim was approved or denied? Stuck in limbo for weeks

Look for a 'Claim Status' or 'Monetary Determination' section on your dashboard. If it shows 'processed' but no payment, you might have an 'open issue' that needs resolving. PA UC doesn't always make these issues visible in the portal, but they'll stop payments until resolved. Also check your correspondence/message center for any determination letters - sometimes they're only posted there without email notification. If your financial determination shows $0, that could mean they couldn't verify your wages or you have an eligibility issue they're investigating.

The same thing happnd to me last month. They never sent me any letters at all and my claim was stuck for like 6 weeks!! I had to keep calling and calling. turns out they needed additional info on my last employer but never told me. So frustrating!!

I went through this nightmare in January. The PA UC system is designed to be confusing! Here's what you need to know: 1. "Processed" only means they received your application 2. You need a "Financial Determination" letter that shows your weekly benefit amount 3. Even AFTER that, you could have eligibility issues they're reviewing Check your dashboard for "Issues and Determinations" - that's where problems show up. And the $0.00 is a RED FLAG - means either they couldn't verify your wages OR you have a pending issue. BTW - I spent TWO WEEKS trying to get through on the phone before I found Claimyr (claimyr.com). They connect you directly to UC agents without the wait. Saved me hours of busy signals. They have a demo video here: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2. Worth every penny when you're desperate for answers.

To directly answer your question: You're NOT officially approved until you receive a Financial Determination letter with a benefit amount greater than $0 AND you have no unresolved eligibility issues. Here's how to check your full status: 1. Log into your PA UC dashboard 2. Click on "Claim Summary" - this shows your weekly benefit amount if determined 3. Click on "View Claim History" - shows payments issued/pending 4. Check "Issues and Determinations" - shows any eligibility questions 5. Review "Correspondence" - all official decisions come here The most common reasons for delays are: - Missing/incomplete employer information - Questions about your separation reason (quit/fired/laid off) - Wage verification issues - Work search requirement questions Unfortunately, many issues aren't visible in the portal. The only way to know for sure is to speak with an agent. I recommend calling right when they open at 8:00 AM (but even that's no guarantee).

The UC system is GARBAGE by design!!! They WANT you to give up and not collect benefits. I had a "processed" claim for over 8 WEEKS with no explanation. Called 50+ times. My advice? FILE AN APPEAL even if you haven't gotten a denial. The appeal triggers them to actually look at your claim!!!

hey did u check ur spam folder? my determination letter went there and i almost missed it lol

Update based on your comments: Since you found "Separation Information Needed" under Issues and Determinations, that's exactly why your claim is on hold. They need more details about how your employment ended (laid off, fired, quit, etc). This won't resolve itself without you providing that information. Two options: 1. Upload the requested information through your dashboard if there's a link to do so 2. Speak with an agent who can take that information over the phone Once you provide what they need, they typically make a determination within 1-2 weeks. Until then, no payments will be issued, but if approved, you'll receive back payments for all eligible weeks.

Quick update on my earlier comment - I just remembered that the "Issues and Determinations" section doesn't always show what documents they actually need. Sometimes they send a paper questionnaire to your physical mailing address instead of through the portal. Have you checked your regular mail? They might have sent something there weeks ago with a deadline to respond.

UPDATE: You guys were all so helpful! I checked my mail and found a form they sent 2 weeks ago asking for more details about my layoff. I filled it out and faxed it back today. Also, I managed to get through to someone by calling exactly at 8:00 AM. The rep confirmed they needed that form and said once they receive it, they should make a determination within 5-7 business days. She also verified my wages were sufficient for benefits, so assuming no other issues, I should be approved. Thank you all for your help navigating this confusing system!