This entire thread is such a goldmine of practical advice! As someone who's been helping friends navigate unemployment claims in Texas for a few years, I can confirm that the SSN workaround for the Texas ID field is legit and works consistently. One thing I wanted to add that I haven't seen mentioned yet - if you're dealing with an interstate claim like yours, keep in mind that your benefit year starts from the date you file, regardless of how long the processing takes. So even if there are delays getting everything sorted out between Texas and Colorado, you won't lose any weeks of eligibility as long as you keep requesting payments during the processing period. Also, since you mentioned the company had layoffs, make sure you have documentation of that if possible (like a layoff notice, company email, or termination letter that mentions the layoff). Sometimes TWC needs this to confirm you're eligible for benefits rather than having quit voluntarily. Even if it seems obvious to you, having that paper trail can prevent delays later. The community here really stepped up with advice - this is going to help so many people dealing with similar interstate filing issues!

This has been such an incredibly helpful thread to read through! I'm actually in a somewhat similar situation - just moved to Texas from Oregon about 2 months ago and thankfully still employed, but I've been wondering what would happen if I ever needed to file for unemployment here since I don't have a Texas ID yet either. The SSN workaround that multiple people have confirmed works is exactly the kind of practical tip you can't find anywhere in the official documentation. And all the advice about interstate claims, the WorkInTexas registration requirement, and even the technical browser tips - this is like a masterclass in navigating the TWC system! Javier, it sounds like you're all set now with your application submitted and a clear understanding of what to expect. Wishing you the best of luck with your claim processing and your job search. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences here - I'm definitely bookmarking this thread for future reference!

This thread has been incredibly helpful as someone who's also navigating TWC for the first time! I just wanted to add one more tip that's been a lifesaver for me - if you're using the TWC debit card instead of direct deposit, the two weekly payments often load on the same day but show up as separate transactions. So don't worry if you see two smaller amounts instead of one big deposit - that's totally normal! Also, I keep a screenshot of my payment request confirmation page each time I submit, just in case there are ever any issues with TWC claiming they didn't receive my request. It's saved me once already when there was a glitch in their system. Olivia, sounds like you've got everything figured out now and those interviews sound promising - hoping you get some good news soon!

I'm just starting my TWC claim process and this whole thread has been incredibly educational! Reading through everyone's experiences really helps demystify the system. Just to make sure I understand correctly - once I'm approved and start receiving benefits, I'll make payment requests every two weeks but actually receive two separate weekly deposits a few days apart? I love all the practical tips shared here - the spreadsheet tracking, calendar reminders for both request dates and expected deposit dates, taking screenshots of confirmation pages, and keeping detailed work search records in a physical notebook. These are exactly the kinds of real-world strategies I was hoping to find! Also really appreciate everyone mentioning the 3+ work search activities per week requirement - I want to make sure I'm prepared with proper documentation from the very beginning. It's clear that staying organized is key to avoiding headaches with TWC later on. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences and tips. This community seems incredibly supportive for people navigating unemployment benefits!

Just wanted to follow up - how did your call with TWC go? Were you able to get through and explain the separation issue?

That's great news that you got through and the agent was helpful! I'm glad you were able to get your side of the story documented. Mass layoffs like yours should be pretty straightforward to verify - TWC can usually see patterns when multiple people from the same company file claims around the same time. Hopefully they'll approve it quickly and you'll get all your back pay too. Keep us updated on how it goes!

Andre, this is absolutely amazing news! 🎉 Congratulations on getting that reversal - what a huge relief that must be after 6+ weeks of uncertainty and stress. Your timeline is incredibly helpful for everyone here who's going through the same nightmare. I'm actually in week 3 of my own Commission appeal right now after losing my Appeal Tribunal hearing, and honestly your success story gives me so much hope. The fact that they specifically mentioned your additional medical documentation in their decision really shows that submitting extra evidence was the right call, even if it might have added some review time. I've been beating myself up for not having all my documentation ready for the original hearing, but your experience proves it's never too late to present the full picture. Thank you so much for taking the time to come back and update everyone - knowing there are real success stories out there makes this whole process feel less hopeless. Enjoy that well-deserved backpay!

Andre, this is absolutely fantastic news! 🙌 I've been lurking in this community for weeks trying to understand the Commission appeal process, and your success story is exactly what I needed to see. The fact that you got a complete reversal after 6 weeks and 3 days gives me so much hope - I just filed my own Commission appeal yesterday after a disappointing Appeal Tribunal decision. Your experience really demonstrates that the Commission does take these cases seriously and will correct injustices when presented with proper evidence. The detail about your medical documentation making the difference is particularly encouraging since I also have some additional evidence that wasn't available during my original hearing. Thank you for taking the time to update everyone with such specific details about your timeline and outcome - it means the world to those of us just starting this stressful journey. Congratulations on your well-deserved victory and enjoy that backpay! Your story proves that sometimes the system does work when you don't give up fighting for what's right.

I'm going through this exact same situation right now too! Just had my TWC phone interview yesterday afternoon and got that same confusing "responded with no response" message about my employer. I had no idea what it meant and have been anxiously checking my correspondence inbox every couple hours since then. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly reassuring! It's amazing to see so many people with this identical situation getting approved within just 2-5 business days. I was laid off about 5 weeks ago when my company downsized our entire customer relations department, and my emergency fund is getting pretty thin at this point. I've been continuing to request my weekly payments (my assigned day is Monday) and doing my 3 work searches each week, but I was honestly worried I might be overstepping by requesting payments before getting the official determination. Based on everyone's advice here, it sounds like that's exactly what I should be doing. The waiting really is the most nerve-wracking part of this whole process! I think I've been making my anxiety worse by constantly refreshing that correspondence inbox. I'm definitely going to take everyone's suggestion and set up those text notifications right now so I can stop obsessively checking. It's such a relief to learn that "no response" from an employer is actually a positive sign rather than something to worry about. The fact that so many people in similar layoff situations got approved and received all their retroactive payments gives me a lot more confidence. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - it really helps to know we're not alone in going through this stressful process!

I went through the exact same situation about 4 months ago and can completely relate to your confusion and stress! When the TWC rep told me my employer "responded with no response," I was just as puzzled as you are right now. Here's what I learned: this phrase means your former employer received TWC's request for information about your separation but chose not to provide any details or contest your unemployment claim. This is actually really common - many employers, especially larger companies, have policies where they don't fight unemployment claims unless there was serious misconduct involved. In my case, I got my determination letter exactly 3 business days after that phone call, and it was approved! Since you were let go due to departmental restructuring (which sounds like a legitimate layoff), and your employer isn't contesting the claim, you're in a really good position for approval. A few things that helped me during the waiting period: - Keep requesting payments on your assigned day regardless of determination status - Continue doing your 3 work searches per week and document everything thoroughly - Set up text notifications in your TWC account so you'll know immediately when correspondence arrives - Try to check your correspondence inbox only once or twice daily instead of constantly refreshing The retroactive payment covered all the weeks I had been waiting, which was such a huge relief. Based on your situation and what the rep told you, I'd say you have very good reason to be optimistic. Hang in there - relief is likely coming very soon!