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How long for TWC payment to hit my ReliaCard after filing this morning?

I just filed my payment request for TWC unemployment at around 7am this morning and I'm trying to figure out when I can expect the funds to be deposited onto my ReliaCard. This is my first time doing a payment request so I'm not familiar with the timeline. Bills are due soon and I really need to know if I'll have the money in time. Does anyone know how long TWC usually takes to process and deposit after an early morning filing? Is it different on weekends versus weekdays?

TWC typically processes payment requests within 2-3 business days. If you filed early this morning (good move!) and there are no issues with your claim, you should see the deposit on your ReliaCard by Thursday or Friday. Remember that weekends don't count as business days, and the first payment can sometimes take a bit longer as they're establishing your claim in the system.

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Thanks! Do holidays affect the timeline too? There's one coming up next week and I'm worried it might delay things.

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mine always comes 3 days after i file, like clockwork. as long as u dont have any problems with ur claim

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That's reassuring! My claim status shows 'processed' so I think it's okay. No issues flagged at least.

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I filed last Tuesday morning and got mine Thursday afternoon. First time it took longer tho, like 5 days.

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JUST SO YOU KNOW the TWC system is SUPER SLOW right now!! I filed last week and it took SIX DAYS to hit my ReliaCard!!! They keep saying its "normal processing time" but it NEVER took this long before. I had to call them THREE TIMES to figure out what was happening with my money!!!

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Six days?? That's not good... I can't wait that long. Did they explain why it's taking longer now?

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They gave me some BS about "high volume" and "system maintenance" but I think they're just trying to hold onto our money as long as possible!! My friend filed the same day and got hers in 2 days so it makes NO SENSE!!!

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I was having similar issues getting my payment a few weeks ago and spending hours trying to call TWC with no luck. I tried this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) and they got me connected to a TWC agent in about 10 minutes. The agent told me my payment was delayed because of a work search verification, but they fixed it right away. You can see how it works in this video: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh - might save you some stress if you need to check on your payment status.

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does that thing really work? i spent 3 hrs on hold last month

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Yeah, it actually does. I was skeptical but I had already wasted two days trying to get through on my own. Got me to a real person who could actually check my claim status and explain the delay.

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ReliaCard deposits happen by 9am usually. So if you don't see it the first morning, you'll have to wait another day. Don't be like me checking every hour lol. Also, if this is your VERY first payment ever, sometimes they'll mail you a paper check instead of using the ReliaCard, happened to me and I was confused for days waiting for a card deposit that never came. Then randomly got mail with a check.

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I already have my ReliaCard from a previous claim last year, so hopefully it goes straight to that. Good tip about the 9am deposit time though!

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The timing for ReliaCard deposits follows TWC's payment processing schedule. When you file early in the morning (before 8am) like you did, that's optimal timing. Here's what typically happens: 1. Payment request processing: 1-2 business days 2. Bank transfer to ReliaCard: 1 additional business day 3. Funds available: Usually by 9am on the deposit day So realistically, you're looking at 2-3 business days total. If you filed today and there are no issues with your claim, you should see funds available by Thursday morning, possibly Wednesday if you're lucky. Holidays will add an extra day, and keep in mind that if there are any flags on your account (work search documentation needed, earnings verification, etc.), that can add additional processing time.

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This is super helpful, thank you! My online account shows 'payment processed' status, so hopefully that means there aren't any flags. I'll plan for Thursday then, fingers crossed!

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My brother files at like 2am every other Sunday and swears it makes his payment come faster lol. Probably just coincidence but who knows with these government systems 🤷‍♀️

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lol my cousin says the same thing! he files at midnight on sunday like its gonna magically make the money come faster

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Just to follow up on the holiday question - yes, federal holidays will delay processing by one business day. The upcoming holiday will only affect you if your payment would normally fall on that day. Also, seeing 'payment processed' status is a great sign! That typically means the payment has been approved and is in the queue for deposit. You should definitely see it within the next 2-3 business days.

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That's a relief! I'll keep an eye on my ReliaCard account then. Thanks everyone for the help!

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