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Just remember that even after you start receiving benefits, you need to keep filing weekly and meeting all the requirements. It's not set-it-and-forget-it. You have to stay actively engaged with the process the entire time you're collecting.
Good point. I definitely don't want to mess anything up once I start getting payments.
Also be prepared for the possibility of audits or reviews even after you're established. They can always ask for documentation of your job search activities.
My experience was 3 weeks exactly from filing to first payment. Week 1 waiting period, Week 2 first weekly claim filed, Week 3 got paid. But I know people who waited much longer due to various issues. Just stay patient and persistent.
That matches what others have said. I'm hoping for a similar timeline. Thanks everyone for all the helpful info!
You're welcome! The waiting is stressful but most people do get through the process eventually. Hang in there.
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File online, be honest about everything, and don't stress too much. The majority of people who apply get approved, even those who were terminated.
Thanks for the encouragement! I really needed to hear that.
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My claim was approved in exactly 2 weeks but I think that's because I had all my documentation ready and my separation was very clear-cut (company-wide layoffs). If there's any ambiguity about why you left your job, it's going to take longer.
I was laid off too so hopefully that helps speed things up. Did you have to provide any additional documentation during the process?
No, everything went smoothly. I think having the layoff notice from my employer helped a lot.
Bottom line is that Washington ESD is supposed to process claims within 21 days, but that's more of a goal than a guarantee. In reality, you should expect 3-4 weeks minimum, and potentially much longer if there are any complications with your claim.
Ok so I shouldn't panic yet since I'm only at 10 days. I'll give it another week or two before I really start worrying.
Exactly. 10 days is still pretty early in the process. But definitely keep checking your account and filing weekly claims in the meantime.
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Last piece of advice - start looking for jobs immediately even if you think your unemployment claim will be approved. Washington ESD requires you to be actively seeking work, and the sooner you start building your job search log, the better. Plus you might find something great before your benefits even kick in!
Good point! I've been so focused on the unemployment application that I haven't even started job hunting yet. I should do both.
Exactly! And if you do get a job offer while your claim is pending, you can always withdraw your application. But having unemployment as a backup while you look gives you more negotiating power.
Henry Delgado
Pro tip: set up direct deposit if you haven't already. The debit card option can have delays sometimes and you want that back pay as fast as possible.
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Salim Nasir
•Already have direct deposit set up thankfully. Learned that lesson from a friend who had to wait extra days for the card.
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Olivia Kay
•Good call. Direct deposit is definitely the way to go for faster access to funds.
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Joshua Hellan
The whole adjudication process needs to be reformed. Six weeks is way too long to make people wait for benefits they've earned. Glad yours is finally resolved though.
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Salim Nasir
•Completely agree. No one should have to stress for weeks wondering if they'll be able to pay their bills.
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Jibriel Kohn
•It's gotten better than it was during COVID but still way too slow for people who need the money to survive.
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