TWC payment schedule: Weekly or bi-weekly unemployment payments after first deposit?

You request payment every two weeks but TWC pays weekly. So when you make your payment request for the two-week period, you'll get two separate payments - one for each week. Each payment posts separately to your account, usually 2-3 days apart. That's why some people think it's bi-weekly, but it's actually just how they process the two weeks worth of payments.

congrats on getting paid! its weekly payments but u request every 2 weeks. check ur account on the days after u request, they usually come 1 day apart for me

The TWC system is DELIBERATELY CONFUSING!! They make you REQUEST every two weeks but then pay WEEKLY amounts to try and trip people up! I've been on unemployment 3 times and they ALWAYS do this! They're hoping you'll miss a payment request date and then they can deny you benefits. Make sure you request EXACTLY on your designated day or you'll regret it!!!

To clarify what everyone is saying: TWC pays weekly benefits but you request payment every two weeks. This means after each payment request, you'll receive two separate deposits for each eligible week. The confusion happens because: 1. You request payment for a two-week period 2. TWC reviews each week separately 3. They issue separate payments for each eligible week 4. Payments typically arrive 2-3 business days after your request 5. The two payments often arrive on different days If you have direct deposit, the two payments might arrive 1-2 days apart. If you're using the TWC debit card, they might load on the same day. Just make sure you're submitting your work search activities (minimum 3 per week) and requesting payment on your designated day every two weeks. You can find your payment request schedule in your TWC correspondence or online account.

I had the exact same confusion when I started getting TWC benefits last month! You'll get weekly payments but you request them every two weeks. So after each request, you'll get two separate deposits. By the way, if you're having trouble reaching TWC with questions (their phone lines are AWFUL), I found this service called Claimyr that got me through to a live agent in about 20 minutes instead of spending days calling. Check out their demo: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh or their website claimyr.com. Saved me so much frustration when I had payment issues last month!

My sister had this same question when she got laid off. The TWC system is weird because they pay weekly but you request biweekly and sometimes people get confused. But yeah you'll get two separate payments after each request, usually a day or two apart. Just make sure you keep doing your work searches every week (3 per week minimum in TX) and request payment on your assigned day every two weeks and you should be fine!

i think everyones situation is different... i get one payment for both weeks but my roomate gets two separate ones. maybe depends on how much ur getting?

Thank you all for the helpful responses! I understand now - I'll be requesting payment every two weeks but receiving weekly payments (two separate deposits after each request). I've got my payment request day marked on my calendar so I don't miss it. Hopefully I won't be on unemployment for long anyway - got two interviews lined up this week!

Just to add another perspective - I've been getting TWC payments for about 6 weeks now and can confirm what everyone's saying. You'll get two separate weekly payments after each biweekly request. Mine usually hit my account on Tuesday and Wednesday after I request on Sunday. One tip: set up text alerts through your bank so you know exactly when each payment arrives - really helps with budgeting! Also, good luck with those interviews - sounds like you're already doing great with the job search part!

Hey Olivia! Congrats on getting your first payment - that's always such a relief! Everyone here has given you great info. I just wanted to add that I keep a simple calendar note for my payment request dates (every 2 weeks) and then mark when I expect the two weekly deposits to hit (usually 2-3 business days after requesting). This has helped me plan my budget so much better since I know exactly when money is coming in. Also, since you mentioned rent coming up - just remember that your weekly benefit amount stays the same each week, so you can calculate exactly how much you'll have for budgeting. Best of luck with those interviews - sounds like you're being proactive about getting back to work!

I went through the same confusion when I first started getting TWC benefits! The system definitely isn't intuitive. You've got it right now though - you'll request payment every two weeks but receive two separate weekly deposits. I found it helpful to think of it this way: TWC pays you for each individual week you're eligible, but they batch your requests into two-week periods to make the process more manageable. So after each biweekly request, you'll see two deposits show up in your account, usually 1-3 days apart depending on your bank. I use direct deposit and mine typically come on Tuesday and Thursday after I request on Sunday. Good luck with those interviews - it sounds like you're already on the right track with your job search!

I'm new to TWC unemployment and this thread has been incredibly helpful! I just filed my initial claim last week and am still waiting for my first payment, but now I understand what to expect. So just to make sure I have this right: once I start receiving benefits, I'll request payment every two weeks but get two separate weekly deposits a few days apart? That actually sounds better for budgeting than one big lump sum every two weeks. Also seeing everyone mention the work search requirements - I've been keeping detailed records of my job applications just in case. Thanks for all the clear explanations everyone, especially about the timing of when payments typically hit accounts!

Welcome to the TWC world! You've got it exactly right - you'll request payment every two weeks but receive two separate weekly deposits. I've been on TWC benefits for about 4 months now and can confirm this is how it works. The two payments usually arrive 1-2 days apart (mine typically come Tuesday and Wednesday after I request on Sunday). One thing that really helped me was setting up a simple spreadsheet to track my payment request dates and when the deposits hit my account. This way I could see the pattern and budget accordingly. Also, since you mentioned keeping job search records - that's super smart! I use a simple notebook to log my 3+ weekly activities with dates, company names, and what I did (applied, called, etc.). TWC can ask for these records at any time, so having them organized from the start is definitely the way to go. Good luck with your first payment - hopefully it processes quickly! The waiting is always the hardest part, but once you're in the system it becomes pretty routine.

Just wanted to chime in as someone who's been navigating TWC for a few months now - you've definitely got the right understanding from all the great explanations here! The weekly payments but biweekly requests threw me off at first too. One thing I'd add is that if you ever have issues with a payment not showing up when expected, don't panic right away. Sometimes banks process deposits at different times, and I've had payments arrive as late as Friday after a Sunday request (though that's rare). Also, since you mentioned budgeting for rent - I found it helpful to treat the unemployment payments like a regular paycheck and immediately move money into separate "envelopes" for rent, groceries, etc. when each weekly payment hits. That way I'm not tempted to spend rent money and then come up short! Sounds like you're already being super responsible about the whole situation though. Fingers crossed those interviews work out for you!

This thread has been so helpful! I'm also new to TWC unemployment and was confused about the payment schedule. Reading everyone's experiences really clarifies things. Just to confirm my understanding: I'll request payment every two weeks for a two-week period, but TWC will send me two separate weekly payments a few days apart, right? I love all the practical tips here too - the spreadsheet tracking, envelope budgeting system, and keeping detailed work search records in a notebook. I'm definitely going to implement these strategies from the start. It's reassuring to see how supportive this community is in helping each other navigate the TWC system. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences!

This is such a great thread! I've been on TWC for about 2 months now and can definitely confirm what everyone is saying. You request payment every two weeks but receive two separate weekly deposits. One thing I'd add that really helped me - download your bank's mobile app if you don't already have it, and turn on push notifications for deposits. This way you'll know immediately when each weekly payment hits instead of constantly checking your balance. My payments usually come on Tuesday and Thursday after I request on Sunday. Also, since you mentioned having interviews lined up - make sure you're still logging those interviews as work search activities! They count toward your required 3 per week, and if you get hired, you'll need to report your last day of unemployment when you do your final payment request. Good luck with the interviews! Sounds like you won't need to worry about the TWC payment schedule much longer anyway! 🤞

I went through this exact same confusion when I first started getting TWC benefits! Everyone here has explained it perfectly - you'll request payment every two weeks, but you'll receive two separate weekly deposits (usually 1-3 days apart). One additional tip that saved me a lot of stress: create a simple calendar reminder not just for your payment request date, but also for the expected deposit dates. I mark my request day, then mark the following Tuesday-Thursday as "expect deposits" so I'm not anxiously checking my account every hour. Also, if you're using direct deposit, make sure your bank info is 100% correct in your TWC account - any small error can delay payments significantly. I learned that the hard way! Congrats on getting your first payment and best of luck with those interviews! It sounds like you're handling everything really well.

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!