One more thing about your situation - timing matters. TWC looks at your base period (first 4 of the last 5 completed calendar quarters before filing). If your Oklahoma employment falls within this period, those wages can be included. Make sure when you file that you understand exactly which quarters will be considered for your base period. Also, prepare for your claim to take longer to process than normal. Interstate claims typically take 4-6 weeks instead of the usual 2-3 weeks because of the communication between state agencies. If you need immediate assistance while waiting, consider applying for SNAP benefits or contacting local assistance programs.

Just wanted to add something that might help - I went through a very similar situation last year (worked in Louisiana, then moved to Texas for my husband's job). The good news is that following a spouse for employment IS considered good cause in Texas under certain circumstances. You'll want to emphasize that the move was necessary for your family's financial well-being when you explain your situation. One tip that saved me a lot of headache: when you fill out the online application, there's a section that asks about "other states where you worked" - make sure you check YES and list Oklahoma. This triggers the system to automatically request your wage records from Oklahoma. If you miss this step, you'll have to call later to add it, which is a nightmare. Also, keep detailed notes of everything - dates you filed, confirmation numbers, any correspondence. Interstate claims can get messy and having good records helps a lot if you need to appeal or follow up. Good luck!

I'm going through this EXACT same thing right now and it's incredibly frustrating! Filed my claim 2 weeks ago, got the "ineligible" determination 3 days ago with no prior warning about needing ID verification. Just like you, I only found out what documents they needed after getting that determination letter. I uploaded my driver's license and a bank statement immediately, but my status still shows ineligible and there's been zero confirmation they received anything. Reading through all these comments has been both helpful and terrifying - the fact that the document portal might be broken or just sits in an unmonitored queue is really concerning. I've been doing the callback request every morning at 7am for the past 3 days with no luck, but I'm going to keep trying. Based on what everyone's shared here, I'm also going to start requesting payments even though it says I'm ineligible - I had no idea that was the right thing to do! This whole system really does feel intentionally designed to make people give up. But reading everyone's success stories gives me hope that if I stick with it and use the right terminology (like asking for the "ID Verification Special Processing Queue"), I can get through this. Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences - this community is a lifesaver!

I'm so sorry you're going through this - the TWC ID verification process is absolutely broken and designed to frustrate people into giving up. I went through something very similar about 6 weeks ago and it was one of the most stressful experiences I've had with any government agency. A few things that helped me get through it: 1) Keep requesting payments every two weeks even though it says you're ineligible - this was crucial advice I got here and I'm so glad I followed it because I got all my backpay once approved 2) The 7am callback strategy really does work better than other times - I finally got through on my 5th attempt doing this 3) When you do get an agent, immediately ask to be transferred to the "Identity Verification department" and specifically ask them to check if your documents are in the "ID Verification Special Processing Queue" - these exact phrases seem to be magic words 4) Don't trust that uploading documents to their portal means anything - my documents sat there for 3 weeks until an agent manually flagged my account for expedited review The whole system is intentionally obtuse and I'm convinced they're hoping people will just give up and stop filing. But stick with it! Almost everyone I've seen post here who kept pushing eventually got approved and received their full backpay. It's infuriating that we have to jump through these hoops for benefits we're entitled to, but don't let them win. Hang in there and keep us posted on your progress!

I'm so sorry you're dealing with this - it's incredibly frustrating when employers try to rewrite history to avoid their unemployment obligations. Based on everything you've described, you absolutely should file for benefits immediately. Don't let their fabricated termination reason discourage you from applying. Your situation has all the hallmarks of a strong unemployment case: you were hired for a remote position, worked remotely successfully for 2 years, properly notified your employer about your move and received approval, and then were suddenly terminated for not being able to do in-office work that was never part of your job. That's textbook "substantial change in working conditions" that TWC recognizes. A few key things to remember when filing: - Be completely factual about the circumstances - don't speculate about their motives - Emphasize that your position was designated as remote from day one - Mention that you had approval for your move and continued performing your duties successfully - Save every piece of documentation you have about the remote nature of your role Even if you get initially denied (which happens in many disputed cases), don't give up. The appeals process is designed exactly for situations like this where employers try to manipulate the system. From what others have shared, success rates are high on appeal when you have documentation proving your job was truly remote. File tomorrow and don't let them intimidate you out of claiming benefits you've earned. You've got this!

I'm a former TWC case worker and want to add something important that hasn't been mentioned yet. When you file your claim, there's a specific section where you describe the reason for separation. For your situation, select "Discharged/Fired" and then in the explanation field, use language like "terminated for alleged inability to perform in-office duties despite position being designated as fully remote since hire date." The key is being precise about the timeline - you were hired for remote work, performed remotely for 2 years successfully, moved with employer knowledge/approval, and THEN they claimed you couldn't do in-office work that was never required. This sequence matters because it shows the employer changed the terms after the fact. Also, Texas has a "good cause" provision that protects employees when employers make substantial changes to working conditions without reasonable notice. Moving 200 miles away with approval and then being fired for not being in-office absolutely qualifies. One more tip: when TWC calls you for the separation interview (usually within 7-10 days of filing), have your timeline and documentation ready. They're required to give your employer equal opportunity to present their side, but if you're prepared with facts and dates, you'll be in good shape. Don't worry about the initial determination too much - appeals exist for exactly these situations where employers try to rewrite history.

Been using Chime with TWC for about 5 months now and wanted to add my experience. The timing is usually very predictable - 1-2 business days after "processed" status like everyone else mentioned. But here's something I haven't seen mentioned yet: if you have the Chime mobile app, you can enable push notifications specifically for deposits. Go to Settings > Notifications > Account Activity and turn on "Money In" notifications. This way you'll get an instant alert the moment your TWC payment hits, instead of obsessively checking your balance every few minutes like I used to do! Also, Chime usually processes incoming ACH transfers in the early morning hours (around 6-8am in my experience), so if you don't see it by mid-morning, it'll likely come the next business day. The wait is definitely stressful but Chime has been the most reliable bank I've used for unemployment deposits.

I'm new to unemployment and just started my claim last week. Reading through all these responses about Chime timing has been super helpful! I'm still waiting for my first payment to even process, but it's good to know that once it does, Chime seems to be one of the faster options for actually getting the money. I was worried I made a mistake not using a "traditional" bank, but sounds like Chime is actually better for this situation. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - it's really reassuring to see so many people who've been through this and know what to expect. The whole unemployment process is intimidating when you're doing it for the first time.

UPDATE: I finally got through to TWC today! I used the Claimyr service after struggling for days to get through on my own. The agent confirmed they received both of my mailed registration forms, but they hadn't been processed yet. She was able to verify my work registration on the spot and said my claim should update to eligible within 48 hours. She also confirmed I'll get backpay for the missed weeks as long as I've been doing my regular payment requests (which I have). Such a relief! Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions!

Congrats on getting it resolved! Your experience is a perfect example of why it's so important to speak directly with an agent when dealing with these registration issues. For anyone else reading this thread who might face similar problems, a few key takeaways: 1. Don't panic if your claim shows ineligible due to late work registration - it CAN be fixed 2. Keep doing your payment requests even while ineligible 3. Getting through to an agent (whether by persistent calling or using services like Claimyr) can resolve it immediately rather than waiting weeks for mail processing 4. Always verify that ALL your requirements are met when you speak to an agent - work registration AND work search activities Thanks for updating us with your resolution - it really helps other community members know what to expect and what actually works!