PA UC weekly filing suddenly disappeared - IDme issues and account lockout after successful filings

This just happened to my daughter last week! She had been claiming for about 5 weeks with no problems and then BOOM - suddenly needed IDme verification and couldn't file. She called for 3 days straight and couldn't get through to anyone. So frustrating!!

PA UC implemented a new security verification schedule that's rolling out in batches. Some claimants who were previously exempt are now being required to verify through IDme. When your son gets locked out of IDme, it's usually because of a verification issue with his documents or the face recognition step. You should: 1. Have him try creating a new IDme account with a different email 2. Make sure all documents are clear and match exactly what's in his UC profile 3. Try the video chat verification option instead of the automated process 4. If all else fails, you need to contact PA UC directly to request a verification bypass code

The UC system is DESIGNED to lock people out and make it impossible to get benefits!!! This happened to me in January - was filing fine then suddenly needed IDme verification. Got locked out, couldn't get through on the phone for WEEKS. By the time I got it fixed I lost 3 weeks of benefits that they REFUSED to backdate!!! The whole system is corrupt and they're just trying to save money by denying claims!!!!

I had the same issue last month. The key is to get someone on the phone at PA UC as quickly as possible. They can temporarily override the IDme requirement while he sorts out the verification. The regular phone lines are almost impossible to get through, but I used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to an agent in about 20 minutes instead of spending days redialing. They have a video showing how it works here: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2 Once I got through, the agent explained that they're requiring IDme verification in phases for security reasons, and they were able to place a temporary hold on my account so I could file my weekly claim while working through the verification process.

To answer your question about backdating: Yes, if your son misses filing due to the IDme verification issue, he can request a backdate once he gets it resolved. Make sure he documents everything - take screenshots of the error messages and the IDme lockout notices. When he finally speaks with an agent, he needs to clearly explain that he was unable to file due to a system-required verification that locked him out. The UC verification system is on a rolling schedule - some people get prompted right away when they first file, others might go several weeks or months before suddenly being required to verify. It's frustrating but it's part of their fraud prevention measures.

my cousin works for PA UC and said they doing a big fraud sweep right now thats why all the idme stuff. lots of ppl using other ppls info to claim benefits so they cracking down. not saying thats what ur son did just saying thats why the extra steps all of sudden

i had to wait on hold for like 4 hrs but finally got thru to uc yesterday. lady said they can give u a 7-day extension for filing if its cause of idme problems, u just gotta actually reach a person to get the extension

Quick update on the IDme situation - if your son gets through the verification process, make sure he also goes back to his PA UC dashboard and clicks the "Allow" button to connect IDme to his unemployment account. A lot of people miss this step and then wonder why their account is still locked even after successful verification. Also, after verification is complete, there can be a 24-48 hour delay before the system updates and allows weekly filing again.

This might sound random but check if your son's driver's license or ID is expired. My hubby had this EXACT same problem and it turned out his license had expired the month before and IDme wouldn't verify him until he renewed it and uploaded the new one.