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Fiona Gallagher

How long after TWC payment request until money hits my account?

Just submitted my first payment request for Texas unemployment yesterday (Monday) through the TWC portal. The system said it went through, but I'm totally in the dark about when I'll actually see the money in my account. My bills are piling up and I really need to know when to expect this deposit. I set up direct deposit during my initial application. Can anyone who's been through this recently tell me how many days it usually takes from request to deposit? Do they approve each request manually or is it automatic once you've been approved for benefits? Thanks!

After payment request, you should see money in your account within 2-3 business days if there are no issues with your claim. I submitted mine last Wednesday and got paid Friday morning. If you chose direct deposit during your application and your bank info was entered correctly, it's pretty quick. You can also check the payment status through your TWC account online or by calling Tele-Serv (800-558-8321). Just have your PIN ready.

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Thanks! That's a relief to hear it might be that quick. I'll keep an eye on my bank account over the next couple days. If I don't see anything by Thursday, should I be worried?

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Don't worry, I've been on unemployment since February and the timing has been very consistent. The TWC system processes payment requests on specific days based on the last digit of your Social Security Number. After your payment request is processed, it usually takes 2-3 business days for direct deposit to hit your account. First payments sometimes take a bit longer (up to 5 business days), but after that it's like clockwork every two weeks. You can check your payment status online by logging into your TWC account and clicking on "Payment Status." It will show if payment has been processed and when it was sent to your bank.

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Thank you for the detailed response! I didn't know about the SSN scheduling thing. My last digit is 4 - does that affect which day of the week my payment gets processed?

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mine took like a week for the first one but after that it was way faster usually 2 days most of the time

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A WEEK?? Mine took 2 days every single time even the first one. Maybe you had some kind of issue with your claim that didn't get caught right away. The system should tell you if there's a problem though.

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BE CAREFUL! If there's ANY issue with your claim, you could be waiting WEEKS not days! My first payment request seemed to go through fine but then it got stuck in "pending" status for 21 days because they were reviewing my work separation reason. The website never showed any problems - I had to call about 50 times before I finally got through to someone who could tell me what was happening. TWC is TERRIBLE about communicating problems with your claim! Check your payment status every day and if it says anything other than "processed" after 3-4 days, something is wrong and you need to call them ASAP!

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Oh no, that sounds stressful! I was laid off due to company downsizing, so I'm hoping there won't be issues with my separation reason. Is there any way to check if there are problems with my claim before I try to call?

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The timing really depends on a few factors: 1. If this is your first payment request, it might take 4-5 business days instead of the usual 2-3. 2. If you have any unresolved issues on your claim (work search requirements, identity verification, etc.), payment can be delayed. 3. Payment processing day is based on the last digit of your SSN (0-3 Monday, 4-6 Tuesday, 7-9 Wednesday). 4. Bank holidays can add a day or two. To check your payment status, log into your TWC account and select "Payment Status" from the menu. It will show if your payment has been processed and when it was sent to your bank. If it says "processed" and shows a deposit date, you should receive it within 1-2 business days of that date. If your payment status shows "pending" for more than 5 days, there's likely an issue that needs to be resolved. Try calling TWC directly - though I know getting through can be nearly impossible these days.

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This is really helpful, thank you! My SSN ends in 4, so I guess that means Tuesdays are my processing day? Since I requested on Monday, does that mean I missed the processing for this week and have to wait until next Tuesday?

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Getting through to TWC by phone is a nightmare when there's a payment issue. I spent 3 weeks trying to call about a payment that never came through - constant busy signals and disconnects. Finally used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to a TWC agent in about 20 minutes. Worth every penny when you're stressing about missing payments. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh Regarding your timeline - typically if everything's approved and there are no issues with your claim, it takes 2-3 business days after processing for the money to hit your account.

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yeah i used that claimyr thing too when my account got locked it worked pretty good actually

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Just to add to what others have said - you can also check the TWC automated phone system (Tele-Serv at 800-558-8321) for payment status. Sometimes it updates there before the website shows changes. Select option 2, then option 1 to hear payment information. If it says your payment request has been processed, you should receive funds within 1-2 business days from that point.

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Thanks, I'll try Tele-Serv tomorrow if I don't see any updates online. Appreciate all the helpful advice from everyone!

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good luck with getting ur money hope it comes through fast!!! rent is crazy expensive these days

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Tell me about it! This month is going to be tight no matter what, but at least knowing when to expect the money helps with planning. Thanks for the good wishes!

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I just went through this same process a few weeks ago! For your first payment request, it typically takes 3-4 business days to hit your account via direct deposit. Since you submitted on Monday, I'd expect to see it by Thursday or Friday at the latest. The good news is that once you get through your first payment, subsequent requests are much faster - usually just 2 business days. Make sure to keep checking your TWC account online for any updates on payment status. If you don't see anything by Friday, definitely call the Tele-Serv number that others mentioned. The waiting is nerve-wracking when bills are due, but hang in there - it should come through soon!

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That's reassuring to hear from someone who just went through it! I'm definitely going to be checking my account obsessively over the next few days. Did you have any issues with your first payment or did it go smoothly? I'm trying to stay optimistic but reading about some people's delays has me a bit worried.

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My first payment went pretty smoothly actually! I submitted my request on a Wednesday and got the deposit the following Monday. The only hiccup was that I kept refreshing my bank account every few hours expecting it sooner, but once I understood the typical timeline it was much less stressful. Since you submitted on Monday and your SSN ends in 4 (so Tuesday processing), you should definitely see movement by Thursday/Friday. The key is just checking that payment status in your TWC account - as long as it shows "processed" you're good to go. Try not to stress too much, the system usually works as intended for straightforward layoff cases like yours!

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I'm in a similar situation - just filed my first payment request this week too and the waiting is killing me! From what I've gathered reading through everyone's responses, it sounds like 2-3 business days is typical once your payment gets processed, but first payments can sometimes take up to 5 days. The SSN processing schedule thing is news to me - that's actually really helpful to know! I'd suggest checking your payment status online daily and if it's still showing "pending" after 4-5 days, that's when you might want to try calling or using that Claimyr service someone mentioned. Fingers crossed we both get our deposits soon - unemployment stress is real when bills are due!

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Right there with you on the stress! It's reassuring to know I'm not the only one going through this for the first time. The timeline everyone's shared here makes me feel a lot more confident - sounds like we should both see our payments by the end of the week if everything goes smoothly. I'm definitely going to start checking that payment status daily like you suggested. Good luck with yours too, hopefully we'll both be posting updates soon about successful deposits!

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I've been collecting unemployment in Texas for about 6 months now, so I can share my experience. Your first payment will likely take 3-5 business days since it's new, but after that it's very consistent at 2-3 days. Since you submitted Monday and your SSN ends in 4, your payment should process today (Tuesday) and you'll probably see the money Thursday or Friday. One thing I learned is to always screenshot your payment request confirmation - sometimes the system glitches and it helps to have proof you submitted on time. Also, make sure your bank account info is exactly right in your TWC profile because even a small error can delay everything. The direct deposit usually hits early morning, so check your account before 8am. If you don't see it by Friday afternoon, definitely call or check that payment status online. Hang in there - once you get through this first one, the process becomes much more predictable!

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This is exactly the kind of detailed info I was looking for - thank you so much! I didn't think about screenshotting the confirmation, that's really smart advice. I double-checked my bank info in my TWC profile and it looks correct, so hopefully that won't be an issue. It's such a relief to hear from someone who's been through this multiple times and can confirm the timeline is usually predictable. I'll definitely be checking my account early Thursday and Friday morning. Really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience!

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Just wanted to add my recent experience - I submitted my payment request last Tuesday and got my direct deposit on Thursday morning around 6 AM. This was my second payment request, so maybe that's why it was on the faster side. One thing that really helped me was setting up text alerts through my bank so I got notified the moment the deposit hit instead of constantly checking my account balance. Also, if you're really stressed about timing, you might want to consider switching to the TWC debit card option for future payments - I've heard from others that those deposits can sometimes be a day faster than regular direct deposit, though I haven't tried it myself. The waiting game is definitely the worst part, but based on your situation (straightforward layoff, direct deposit set up), you should see your money by end of week for sure!

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That's a great tip about setting up text alerts! I never thought of that but it would definitely save me from obsessively checking my account every hour. The debit card option is interesting too - I might look into that for future payments if it really is faster. It's so helpful hearing everyone's real experiences rather than just the official TWC timelines. Sounds like I should definitely see something by Friday if everything goes according to plan. Thanks for sharing!

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Hey there! I'm actually going through the exact same thing right now - just submitted my first payment request on Tuesday and I'm anxiously waiting to see when it hits my account. Reading through all these responses has been super helpful and reassuring. It sounds like the consensus is 2-5 business days for first payments, with most people seeing it on the shorter end of that range. I love the tip about setting up bank alerts so you don't have to keep checking obsessively! I'm definitely going to do that. Also planning to screenshot my confirmation next time - that's brilliant advice. The SSN processing schedule explanation makes so much sense too. Hoping we all get our deposits soon - this waiting period when bills are due is no joke!

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I'm in the exact same boat as you! First time filing and submitted mine on Monday, so we're probably on a very similar timeline. It's so nerve-wracking waiting for that first payment when you don't know what to expect. This whole thread has been incredibly helpful - I had no idea about the SSN processing schedule or any of these tips. The bank alert idea is genius, I'm definitely setting that up today. At least we know we're not alone in this waiting game! Hopefully we'll both be posting successful deposit updates by the weekend.

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I've been collecting Texas unemployment for about 4 months now and wanted to share what I've learned about payment timing. For your first payment request, expect 3-5 business days from submission to deposit. After that, it's usually 2-3 days like clockwork. Since you submitted Monday and have direct deposit set up, you should see the money by Thursday or Friday at the latest. The key things that can delay payments are: incorrect bank info, unresolved claim issues, or identity verification requirements. Make sure to check your TWC account daily for any alerts or required actions. Pro tip: payments usually hit between 5-7 AM, so check early in the morning rather than throughout the day. If you don't see anything by Friday, call the Tele-Serv line (800-558-8321) to check your payment status. The first payment is always the most stressful because you don't know what to expect, but once you get through this one, the process becomes very predictable. Hang in there!

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This is such detailed and helpful information, thank you! I really appreciate the tip about checking early morning between 5-7 AM - that's way more specific than anything I've seen elsewhere. It makes sense that there would be a typical deposit window. I'm feeling much more confident about the timeline now. The part about making sure there are no unresolved claim issues is important too - I should probably double-check my TWC account to make sure there aren't any alerts I missed. It's reassuring to hear from someone who's been through this multiple times that it really does become predictable after the first payment. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience!

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I just went through this exact process about a month ago! My first payment request took exactly 4 business days from submission to hitting my bank account. Since you submitted on Monday, I'd expect to see it by Thursday or Friday morning. One thing I wish someone had told me is that the TWC website's payment status page sometimes takes a day or two to update, so don't panic if it still shows "pending" for a few days - that's totally normal. The good news is that subsequent payments are much faster once you're in the system. I also recommend downloading your bank's mobile app if you don't have it already, because deposits typically hit very early in the morning (like 5-6 AM) and you'll get a notification right away. The waiting is definitely stressful when bills are due, but Texas TWC is generally pretty reliable with their payment timeline. You should be good to go by end of week!

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Thanks for sharing your recent experience! It's really helpful to know that the payment status page can lag behind the actual processing - I was already starting to worry about checking it obsessively. The 4 business day timeline from submission to deposit matches what most people are saying here, so that gives me a lot of confidence. I definitely need to download my bank's app for those early morning notifications - seems like everyone agrees that's when deposits typically hit. It's such a relief hearing from people who just went through this that TWC is generally reliable with payments. I'm feeling much more optimistic about seeing the money by Friday now!

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I'm in the exact same situation as you! Just submitted my first payment request yesterday (Tuesday) and I'm anxiously waiting to see when it hits my account. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly reassuring - the timeline of 3-5 business days for first payments seems pretty consistent. I had no idea about the SSN processing schedule or that payments typically hit so early in the morning. Definitely going to set up those bank alerts everyone mentioned so I'm not constantly refreshing my account balance! The tip about screenshotting your confirmation is brilliant too - I wish I had thought of that. It's so helpful hearing from people who've actually been through this process recently rather than just trying to decipher the official TWC website. Fingers crossed we both see our deposits by the end of the week - the stress of waiting when bills are due is real!

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I totally feel your stress! I'm actually in a very similar boat - submitted my first request on Monday and have been reading through everyone's advice here trying to figure out the timeline. It's so reassuring to see that most people are getting their first payments within that 3-5 day window. The early morning deposit timing (5-7 AM) that several people mentioned is really good to know - I was planning to check throughout the day but now I know to focus on those early hours. The bank alert setup is definitely my next step too! It sounds like as long as our bank info is correct and there are no claim issues, we should both see our money by Friday. The waiting game when you have bills due is absolutely nerve-wracking, but this community has been so helpful in setting realistic expectations. Good luck with yours!

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I just wanted to chime in as someone who's been on Texas unemployment for several months now. Your timeline sounds very typical - submitting on Monday with a SSN ending in 4 means your payment should have processed yesterday (Tuesday) and you'll likely see the deposit by Thursday or Friday morning. The 2-3 business day window after processing is pretty reliable in my experience. One thing I'd add that I haven't seen mentioned much is to make sure you don't have any outstanding work search requirements or other claim issues that could hold up your payment. You can check this in your TWC account under "Claim Status" or "Correspondence." If everything looks clear there and your bank info is correct, you should be all set. The first payment is always the most anxiety-inducing because you don't know what to expect, but once you get through this one, the process becomes very predictable. Hang in there - unemployment is stressful enough without worrying about payment timing!

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This is really helpful advice! I hadn't thought to check the Claim Status section for any outstanding requirements - that's definitely something I should verify before I start worrying about payment delays. Since I was laid off due to company downsizing, I'm hoping everything is straightforward, but it's good to know where to look if there are any issues. The reassurance about the process becoming predictable after the first payment is exactly what I needed to hear. It's amazing how much less stressful this feels when you have realistic expectations and know what to check for. Thanks for sharing your experience over these past few months - it really helps those of us going through this for the first time!

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I went through this same process about two months ago and can definitely relate to the anxiety! For my first payment request, it took exactly 3 business days from submission to seeing the money in my account. Since you submitted on Monday and your SSN ends in 4 (Tuesday processing day), you should definitely see something by Thursday or Friday. The key thing that helped me stay sane was checking the TWC payment status page daily rather than just staring at my bank account - it gives you a much clearer picture of where things stand in the process. Also, don't forget that direct deposits typically hit very early in the morning (around 5-6 AM), so if you don't see it by evening, check again first thing the next morning before you panic. The waiting is absolutely nerve-wracking when bills are piling up, but in my experience TWC has been pretty reliable with their payment timeline once everything is properly set up. You should be good to go by end of week!

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This is exactly the kind of reassuring timeline I needed to hear! Three business days for your first payment sounds very reasonable. I'm definitely going to focus on checking the TWC payment status page like you suggested rather than obsessively refreshing my bank account - that makes so much more sense for tracking where things actually stand in the process. The early morning deposit timing (5-6 AM) seems to be consistent across everyone's experiences, so I'll make sure to check first thing Thursday and Friday mornings. It's such a relief to hear from someone who went through this just a couple months ago that TWC is generally reliable with their timeline. The waiting really is nerve-wracking when you have bills due, but hearing all these positive experiences is helping me feel much more confident about seeing the money by end of week. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience!

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I've been collecting Texas unemployment for about 8 months now, so I can share some insight on the timeline! For your first payment request, you're looking at 3-5 business days typically. Since you submitted Monday and your SSN ends in 4, your payment should have been processed Tuesday and you'll likely see the deposit Thursday or Friday morning. The direct deposits almost always hit between 5-7 AM, so check your account early rather than throughout the day. One thing I learned the hard way is to always verify your bank routing and account numbers in your TWC profile are 100% correct - even one wrong digit can delay everything by weeks. Also, make sure you don't have any pending correspondence or requirements in your TWC account that could hold up payment. The first payment is definitely the most stressful because you don't know what to expect, but once you get through this one, subsequent payments are like clockwork every two weeks. If you don't see anything by Friday afternoon, definitely call the Tele-Serv line to check your payment status. Hang in there - TWC is generally pretty reliable with their payment timeline!

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This is incredibly thorough and helpful - thank you for sharing 8 months of experience! The detail about double-checking bank routing and account numbers is something I definitely need to verify. Even though I think I entered them correctly during my application, it's worth confirming since even one wrong digit could cause major delays. The 5-7 AM deposit window seems to be the consistent theme across everyone's responses, so I'll definitely be checking first thing Thursday and Friday mornings. It's reassuring to hear that TWC is generally reliable with their timeline - after reading some horror stories online, I was starting to worry. The reminder about checking for pending correspondence is smart too. I really appreciate you taking the time to share such detailed advice based on your long experience with the system. It's exactly what someone going through this for the first time needs to hear!

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