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- Call the correct department
- Redial until on hold
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- Give you free callbacks if the ESD drops your call
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- DO post questions about your issues.
- DO answer questions and support each other.
- DO post tips & tricks to help folks.
- DO NOT post call problems here - there is a support tab at the top for that :)
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One more thing - make sure you report ANY income during your weekly claims, even if it's just a few dollars from odd jobs. Washington ESD can cross-reference with tax records and if they find unreported income, you could face an overpayment notice.
You have to pay back the money you weren't supposed to receive, plus potential penalties. It's not worth the risk - just report everything honestly.
I got hit with a $2,800 overpayment last year because I didn't report some freelance work properly. Still paying it back.
Since everyone's giving advice, I'll add this: keep copies of EVERYTHING. Your initial application, weekly claims, any correspondence from Washington ESD, job search logs, etc. If there's ever a problem with your claim, having documentation makes resolving it much easier.
Should I print everything out or are digital copies okay?
Digital copies are fine, but make sure you save them somewhere safe like cloud storage. The ESD website doesn't keep records forever.
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One last thing - make sure you have all your employment information ready when you file. You'll need dates of employment, wages, and reason for separation for each job in your base period.
Should I gather all that before I start the application?
Yes, it'll make the process much smoother. Have your W-2s, pay stubs, and employment records handy when you file online.
Good luck to everyone dealing with unemployment right now. It's stressful but the benefits can really help bridge the gap while you're looking for new work.
Thanks! Feeling much better about the whole process after reading all these responses.
That's what this community is for - helping each other navigate these systems. Hope your claim goes smoothly!
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Don't forget you can appeal if your claim gets denied. You have 30 days from the denial date to file an appeal. Sometimes initial denials get overturned if you can provide additional documentation.
Hopefully I won't need to appeal but good to know the option exists.
Yeah, hopefully not! But the appeals process isn't too complicated if you do need it.
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Remember that if your claim gets denied for any reason, you have the right to appeal. Don't give up if the initial decision isn't what you expected.
Good to know, though hopefully it won't come to that. My termination was definitely not for cause.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! I feel much better about the timeline now and know what to expect. I'll post an update once my claim gets approved.
You're welcome! This community is great for supporting each other through the unemployment process.
Definitely keep us posted! It's encouraging to hear success stories.
Anita George
If you want to double-check anything about your Washington ESD claim history, that Claimyr thing really does work. I was skeptical at first but it got me through to an agent when I needed to verify my benefit dates for a mortgage application.
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Dylan Baskin
•Good to know it works for other documentation needs too. I'll keep that in mind if I need anything official from Washington ESD.
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Abigail Spencer
•Yeah I tried it too after seeing it mentioned here. Way better than spending hours on hold.
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Abigail Spencer
Bottom line - you're fine. UI benefits won't affect your citizenship application at all. Just be honest about your employment history and you're good to go. Good luck with your application!
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Dylan Baskin
•Thank you so much! This whole thread has been incredibly helpful and reassuring. I feel so much better about moving forward with my citizenship application.
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Lauren Wood
•Glad we could help put your mind at ease. The citizenship process is stressful enough without worrying about things that aren't actually problems.
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