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Bottom line is 26 weeks maximum for regular UI, but that's only if you qualify for the full amount. Keep filing your weekly claims, do your job search, and don't turn down suitable work. The time goes by quick so use it wisely!
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! This gives me a much better understanding of what to expect.
Good luck with your job search! The market is tough right now but stay persistent.
Oh and one more thing - if you do find work before your benefits run out, you might be able to reopen your claim later if you become unemployed again, as long as it's within your benefit year. So the unused weeks don't just disappear immediately.
That's good to know! So if I find a job after 10 weeks on unemployment, I could potentially use the remaining 16 weeks if I get laid off again soon?
Exactly, as long as it's within your benefit year (which is usually 52 weeks from when you first filed). But you'd need to meet the eligibility requirements again.
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Been getting payments for 8 weeks now and it's been Wednesday morning every single time. The only variable is what time Wednesday morning - anywhere from 12:01 AM to around 10 AM depending on my bank's processing.
That's reassuring to hear it's so consistent! Thanks for sharing your experience.
No problem! The consistency was one of the few things that worked well in this whole process.
Summary for anyone else reading this: Washington ESD processes payments Tuesday nights, direct deposits hit Wednesday mornings (timing varies by bank), file your weekly claim between Sunday-Saturday, and if you have problems getting through by phone try Claimyr to reach an actual person. Hope this helps!
Perfect summary! This thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel much better about planning my finances now.
Glad we could help! Feel free to ask if you run into any other issues with your claim.
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File immediately and then start your job search right away too. Washington has work search requirements and they can ask for your job search log at any time. Better to start tracking from day one.
Good reminder about the job search requirements. How many jobs do I need to apply to each week?
I think it's 3 job search activities per week but check the Washington ESD website to be sure. Can include applications, networking, job fairs, etc.
Don't stress too much about getting everything perfect on your initial application. You can always provide additional information later if they need it. The important thing is getting your claim date established.
That's reassuring. I was worried about making a mistake that would mess up my whole claim.
Yeah they're pretty good about letting you correct minor errors. The main thing is just getting started.
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This thread has been really helpful. I'm in a similar situation and was just as confused about where to start.
Glad I'm not the only one who was confused! At least we can figure it out together.
Exactly! Sometimes it helps to know you're not alone in dealing with this stuff.
Nina Chan
Thanks again everyone! I'm going to file my claim this weekend. Feeling much more prepared now thanks to all your advice.
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Ruby Knight
•Good luck! Make sure to file your weekly claims on time every week and keep up with your job search requirements.
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Diego Castillo
•hope everything goes smoothly for you! come back and let us know how it goes
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Harper Collins
One thing nobody mentioned - if you get severance pay that might affect when your benefits start. Washington ESD considers severance as wages so you might have a delay before you can collect unemployment.
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Nina Chan
•I didn't get any severance, just my final paycheck. So I should be good to start benefits right away?
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Harper Collins
•Yeah if you didn't get severance you should be able to start collecting immediately as long as you meet all the other requirements.
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