PA UC claim under review for 8 weeks - NJ resident working in PA can't reach anyone!

I had this exact same issue last yr. 10 weeks with no update and nothing in the mail. PA UC is sooooo backed up and the interstate claims take forever bc they have to verify everything with NJ too. keep trying to reach them, try exactly at 8:00 am when they open.

Interstate claims with PA are always complicated. Your situation is correct - you file in the state where you worked (PA), not where you live (NJ). A few things to try: 1. Make sure you've completed your work search activities and are still filing your weekly certifications even though you're not receiving payments yet 2. Check if your PA UC dashboard shows any "open issues" - sometimes these aren't obvious but might be hidden in a section called "claim status" 3. Email the interstate claims unit directly at UCInterstate@pa.gov (include your claim number, last 4 of SSN, and detailed explanation) 4. Try the PA UC live chat feature on their website - sometimes it's easier to get through than phone Your claim is likely delayed because they're verifying your wages with your PA employer and possibly checking with NJ to ensure you're not filing in both states. This is frustrating but normal for interstate claims.

Have you tried using Claimyr? It helped me get through to PA unemployment when my claim was stuck for weeks. It basically calls for you and holds your place in line, then calls you when an agent is available. Saved me days of constant redialing. Their video explains it better than I can: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2 - you can check them out at claimyr.com. Interstate claims definitely need agent intervention sometimes.

i had a PA claim last yr while livin in delaware. took 11 weeks to get first payment!!! they backdated everything tho so i got all the money eventually. interstate claims r always slow

The same thing happened when I filed PA unemployment but lived in Ohio. It's because PA has to verify with your employer AND with NJ that you're eligible. What most people don't know is that you should also go to your state rep's office! My cousin works for a state rep in PA and they have special contacts at UC who can help. Google your PA work address and find which state representative covers that area, then call their office and ask for help with your UC claim.

THE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU GIVE UP!!!! I had to wait 14 WEEKS for my interstate claim and almost became homeless!!! They NEVER answer phones because they're DELIBERATELY understaffed! And half the employees don't even know how to process interstate claims properly! I filed an official complaint with PA Labor & Industry Secretary's office AND contacted my state senator before anything happened. DO NOT just wait - BE PERSISTENT!!!

One other important thing to note: Make sure you've uploaded your ID verification through ID.me if prompted. Many interstate claims get stuck because of identity verification issues. Also, did you receive any confirmation when you initially filed your claim? There should have been some kind of confirmation number or email. If you didn't, it's possible your claim wasn't properly submitted despite what the system shows.

try calling right when they open but also try 30 min b4 they close. Sometimes the afternoon is better bc everyone tries in the morning

UPDATE: I tried that Claimyr service someone mentioned and actually got through to a PA UC rep today!!! They explained that my claim needed wage verification from both states. The rep put notes on my account and said it should be processed within 7-10 business days. They're also going to backdate all payments to my initial filing date. HUGE relief! Thanks everyone for the advice!