PA UC phone number that actually works? Been trying for 2 weeks!

call at exactly 7:59am, right before they open. works for me sometimes

The official number is still 888-313-7284, but it's basically useless these days. I spent THREE MONTHS trying to reach someone about my disqualification issue. Seriously, the system is designed to keep us out! Have you tried sending a message through your online portal? They sometimes respond within a week that way (though often with a generic answer that doesn't actually help). Another option is going to your local CareerLink office in person - they can sometimes get you connected to UC staff.

I had the exact same problem last month trying to resolve an open issue on my claim. After weeks of trying, I found a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that actually got me connected to a PA UC rep in about 45 minutes. They basically call for you and hold your place in line, then call you when they get a rep on the phone. Saved me hours of frustration. They have a demo video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2

have u tried the chat feature on the website? sometimes u can get help that way without calling

I finally reached someone after 3 weeks of calling! My trick was calling on Wednesday around 2:30pm. For some reason they seem less busy mid-week and mid-afternoon. Also, when you get to the menu, press 1-1-3-2 in that order. Somehow that sequence got me to a different queue with shorter wait times. Good luck!!

As a regular on these forums, I've seen this question come up frequently. Here's what actually works in 2025: 1. Call the main number (888-313-7284) between 8:15-9:00am or 3:30-4:00pm. These are shift transition times when more agents are available. 2. If you have a specific open issue, use the correct menu option: press 1 (English), then 2 (existing claim), then 1 (claim questions). 3. If disconnected, wait 15 minutes before calling back (their system flags repeated calls). 4. If you've been waiting more than 3 weeks for an open issue resolution, you can also try contacting your state representative's office. They often have special channels to UC offices. 5. Make sure your contact information is up to date in your portal - sometimes they try to call you about issues but have old numbers.

just go to the unemployment office in person. they cant ignore u when ur standing there

UPDATE: I finally got through!!! Used the Claimyr service that someone suggested here and was connected to a UC rep in about an hour. The rep was able to see that my open issue was just waiting for supervisor review - apparently they tried to call me last week but it went to voicemail (I never got a notification they called). He expedited my case and said my payments should be released within 3-5 business days. Such a relief! Thanks everyone for your help!