PA UC payment shows transaction number but no money in account - normal wait time?

transaction numbers usually mean its already processed. should be in ur account by tomorrow. mine always posts overnight so check in morning

When your PA UC payment shows a transaction number, it means the payment has been processed on the UC side, but there's still a processing time with Money Network. Typically you'll see the funds 1-2 business days after the transaction number appears. So if your payment date is 3/15 (which is a Saturday), you'll probably see it Monday or Tuesday at the latest. If Tuesday passes and you still don't see it, that's when I'd start following up. The transaction number is your proof that they've sent the payment, so keep that handy if you need to call them.

Is this your first payment with a transaction number? I'm asking because I've been waiting 3 weeks for my first payment after getting approved. My dashboard shows a payment date and transaction number from 10 days ago but still NOTHING on my card! Called UC and can't get through - just busy signals and disconnects. Starting to panic since I have bills coming due!!!!

Just wanted to add that I had the exact same worry last month when I first started getting UC benefits! Transaction number showed up on Friday but nothing in my account until Tuesday morning. I was freaking out but apparently that's totally normal timeframe especially if weekends are involved.

THE PA SYSTEM IS A COMPLETE JOKE!!! My payment dates and transaction numbers mean NOTHING half the time. Last month I had TWO payments with transaction numbers that never showed up! Had to call 63 TIMES before getting through to someone who told me there was some stupid flag on my account that nobody bothered to tell me about!!! Don't trust their system - transaction numbers are meaningless until the money is actually in your account!!!

One thing I learned is that sometimes banks hold UC deposits for a day even after Money Network sends them! I use direct deposit instead of the card and my credit union always holds UC money for 24hrs after they receive it. So that might add extra time too if you're using direct deposit. But with the Money Network card it should be faster.

I'm in a similar situation right now - got my transaction number yesterday but still waiting for the funds to hit my Money Network card. Reading through all these responses is really reassuring though! It sounds like 1-2 business days after the transaction number appears is pretty standard. I was starting to worry something went wrong, but it seems like this is just the normal processing time. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - it really helps to know what to expect when you're new to this system!

I had this exact same experience when I first started getting UC benefits! The transaction number appeared on a Thursday and I was checking my Money Network card obsessively every few hours. Finally got the deposit on Monday morning. Now I know to expect that 1-2 business day delay after seeing the transaction number. It's nerve-wracking when you're waiting for that money, but the system is pretty consistent once you know the timing. Since your payment date shows 3/15 and you already have the transaction number, you should definitely see it by Tuesday at the latest!

I've been through this exact same situation multiple times! Once you see that transaction number, it's basically a guarantee the money is coming - just takes a bit of patience. For me, it's usually 1-2 business days after the transaction number shows up. Since your payment date is 3/15 (Saturday), you'll probably see it Monday or Tuesday morning. I always check my Money Network card first thing in the morning because they seem to process overnight. The transaction number is actually a really good sign - it means PA UC has done their part and sent the payment out. The delay is just the banking/card processing time. Don't stress too much, you should have your money by Tuesday at the latest!

I've been dealing with PA UC for about 4 months now and can definitely relate to that anxiety while waiting for payments! The transaction number is actually a really good sign - it means the state has processed your payment and sent it to Money Network. In my experience, once you see that transaction number, the money typically shows up within 1-2 business days. Since your payment date shows 3/15 (Saturday), I'd expect to see it in your account by Monday or Tuesday morning. Money Network usually processes these overnight, so check first thing in the morning rather than throughout the day. The waiting is definitely stressful, especially when rent is due, but the transaction number is your proof that the payment is on its way. If it doesn't show up by Wednesday, then I'd start making calls, but honestly that's pretty rare once you have the transaction number.

I went through the exact same thing last month! When I first saw the transaction number appear on my dashboard, I was checking my Money Network card literally every few hours because I needed the money for groceries. The transaction number showed up on a Thursday and the funds finally hit my account Monday morning. From what I've learned talking to other people here, the 1-2 business day timeline after getting the transaction number is pretty standard. The transaction number basically means PA UC has done their job and sent the payment - the delay is just Money Network processing time. Since your payment date is 3/15 and you already have the transaction number, you should definitely see it by Tuesday. I know the waiting is super stressful when you have bills coming due, but try not to worry too much - the transaction number is actually a really good sign that everything is moving along normally!

I'm dealing with this exact same situation right now! Got my transaction number yesterday afternoon and have been anxiously checking my Money Network card every couple hours since then. Reading through everyone's responses here is really helping calm my nerves - it sounds like 1-2 business days after the transaction number appears is totally normal. I'm in my second month of UC benefits and still learning the timing of everything. The first time I got a transaction number I panicked when the money didn't show up immediately, but now I understand it's just part of the processing timeline. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - it's so helpful to know what to expect when you're new to this system and relying on these payments for essential expenses!

I've been getting PA UC benefits for about 8 months now and can definitely ease your worries! Once you see that transaction number, you're basically in the clear - it means the state has processed and sent your payment. The 1-2 business day wait after the transaction number appears is completely normal. Since your payment date shows 3/15 (Saturday) and you already have the transaction number, I'd expect to see it in your Money Network account by Monday evening or Tuesday morning at the latest. Money Network typically processes these overnight, so don't stress if you don't see it during the day. The transaction number is actually your proof that everything went through properly on the UC side. If for some reason it doesn't show up by Wednesday, that transaction number will be helpful when calling to follow up, but honestly that's pretty rare. Try not to check your card obsessively (I know it's hard!) - the money will be there soon!

I'm new to PA UC and just went through this exact same situation! Got my transaction number on a Wednesday and was checking my Money Network card constantly until the money finally showed up Friday morning. The 1-2 business day timeline everyone's mentioning seems really accurate based on my experience. What helped me was understanding that the transaction number means PA UC has already done their part - the delay is just the banking/card processing time. Since your payment date is 3/15 and you already have the transaction number, you should definitely see it by Monday or Tuesday. I know it's stressful when rent is due, but try to resist checking every hour like I did! The overnight processing means you'll likely see it first thing in the morning rather than throughout the day.

I just went through this same exact situation two weeks ago! When I saw the transaction number appear on my dashboard, I was so relieved but then started panicking when the money wasn't immediately on my card. Based on my experience and what I've learned from this community, once you have that transaction number, you're basically guaranteed to get your payment within 1-2 business days. Since your payment date shows 3/15 (Saturday) and you already have the transaction number, I'd expect to see it Monday or Tuesday morning at the latest. The transaction number means PA UC has processed and sent your payment - the delay is just Money Network's processing time. Try to check just once in the morning rather than constantly throughout the day, since they typically process overnight. I know it's stressful when rent is due, but you should have your money soon!

I'm going through this exact situation right now too! Just saw my transaction number appear this morning for my weekly claim and immediately came here to see if anyone else had experience with the timing. Reading through all these responses is so reassuring - it sounds like 1-2 business days after getting the transaction number is totally normal. I'm only on my 5th week of benefits so I'm still learning how the system works. The way everyone explains it - that the transaction number means PA UC has done their part and it's just Money Network processing time - really helps me understand what's happening. I was starting to worry something went wrong, but now I know to just be patient and check tomorrow morning instead of refreshing constantly today. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences, especially those who mentioned specific timelines!

I've been on PA UC for about 6 months now and can definitely confirm what everyone else is saying about transaction numbers! Once you see that transaction number, it's basically a done deal - the payment is coming within 1-2 business days. Since your payment date shows 3/15 (Saturday) and you already have the transaction number, you should see it by Monday or Tuesday morning for sure. Money Network processes these overnight, so I always check first thing in the morning rather than throughout the day. The transaction number means PA UC has successfully processed and sent your payment - the delay is just the normal banking/card processing time. I know the waiting is nerve-wracking when you have bills due, but try not to stress too much. Save that transaction number just in case you need to reference it later, but honestly once you have it, you're in good shape!

I'm dealing with this exact same situation right now! Got my transaction number yesterday for my payment dated 3/14 and have been anxiously checking my Money Network card ever since. Reading through everyone's responses here is incredibly reassuring - it sounds like that 1-2 business day timeline after seeing the transaction number is really consistent. I'm only in my third month of PA UC benefits so I'm still getting used to the timing of everything. What really helps is understanding that the transaction number means the state has already processed and sent the payment, and the delay is just normal Money Network processing time. I was starting to panic thinking something went wrong, but now I know to just be patient and check tomorrow morning instead of constantly refreshing. This community is seriously so helpful for navigating the PA UC system - thanks to everyone who shared their experiences and timelines!