PA UC Fact Finder form - how long before determination after submitting?

I submitted a Fact Finder in January after my employer contested my layoff. Took exactly 4 weeks to get my determination letter (approved thankfully). They're pretty backed up this quarter with all the manufacturing cuts happening. Make sure you've submitted any supporting documentation they asked for - that can delay things further if missing.

mine took 6 weeks no joke. and then they still got it wrong and said i quit when i was laid off. had to appeal. nightmare.

The Fact Finder questionnaire is a critical part of determining eligibility when there's a question about your separation reason. The timeline varies significantly based on complexity and current workload. Based on recent patterns, PA UC is taking between 3-6 weeks to process Fact Finders for separation issues. If your former employer disagrees with your account, it can take longer as they compare statements. While waiting, you should: 1. Continue filing your weekly claims even without payment 2. Check your dashboard for any new action items 3. Make sure you're completing your work search activities (need 2 per week) 4. Watch for any correspondence in your UC portal If you need to expedite due to financial hardship, you can try contacting your state representative's office - they sometimes can help with UC inquiries.

I'm in the same boat right now!! My employer is claiming I was fired for attendance but I had approved FMLA leaves for everything. Been waiting 5 weeks since submitting my Fact Finder and nothing yet. This is so stressful - how are we supposed to pay bills while they figure this out? Has anyone found a way to talk to a real person at UC??

my neigbhor works at PA UC (not supposed to tell anyone lol) but she says theyre super behind on fact finders right now. averge 5-6 weeks. sorry for bad news

Don't just sit around waiting! Call your state senator's office NOW! I was stuck in pending with a Fact Finder for over a month. Called my senator's office, and they have special contacts at UC. My claim was magically approved 3 days later. Don't wait!!

Just to follow up on the earlier advice: if you're facing financial hardship while waiting for the Fact Finder determination, make sure to document that when communicating with your state representative or senator. Cases with imminent eviction, utility shutoffs, or medical needs are often prioritized. Also, continue checking your PA UC dashboard daily. Sometimes they'll request additional information through action items that don't trigger email notifications. Missing these can further delay your determination.

UPDATE: I got through to PA UC this morning (used that Claimyr service someone mentioned - worked great). The agent told me my Fact Finder is "in the review queue" but couldn't give me a specific timeline. She did confirm they have everything they need from me and there's nothing else I need to submit. Just need to wait now. At least I know it's moving forward!