PA UC benefit year ending on 11th - can I still file for final week?

ya u can file for that last week even if ur benefit year ends. the system lets u claim for any week where at least 1 day was within ur benefit year

The previous response isn't completely accurate. You CAN file for the week that includes your benefit year ending date (the 11th), but you need to be aware that your claim for that week might be partially paid depending on your specific situation. The system calculates based on your actual benefit year, so if your benefit year ends mid-week, you might only receive partial payment for the days prior to expiration. Make sure you file that last weekly certification as soon as the system allows you to (usually Sunday after the week ends). If you're eligible for a new benefit year, you should file a new application immediately after your current benefit year ends.

Don't worry - you're correct that the UC week runs Sunday-Saturday. Since your benefit year ends on Saturday the 11th, you're still within your benefit year for the entire week. You'll be able to claim for the full week ending on the 11th. What the previous poster mentioned applies to people whose benefit year ends mid-week (like on a Wednesday). In your case, since it ends exactly on Saturday, you'll get the full week's payment assuming you meet all other eligibility requirements. Just be sure to file for that week when the system allows (usually Sunday after the week ends) and then file a new initial application if you need to continue receiving benefits beyond your benefit year end date.

u should really call UC to check this. my cousin lost his last week bcuz he didnt file a new claim fast enough. their rules r confusing AF

dont listen to these ppl saying u need to call!!! the system lets u file for any week that STARTS during ur benefit year. so if ur ben year ends sat the 11th, that whole week (starting sunday the 5th) is covered. but u DEFINITELY need to file a new claim right after if u still need benefits!!! dont wait even one day or ull have a gap!!!

One more important point to remember - when you file your new application, there will likely be a "waiting week" where you won't receive benefits. This is standard for most new benefit years (unless there's some emergency extension in place). So be prepared financially for a potential gap in payments during this transition period. Also, make sure all your work search activities are properly documented in your account. The system now requires you to record these activities directly in your PA UC dashboard, and they're being much stricter about enforcement in 2025.

my benefit year ended in february and when i filed a new claim they made me wait like 3 weeks while they "processed" it even tho nothing changed in my situation. just be ready for that bs