i had this EXACT issue back in february. the esd website said paid on tuesday but the $ didnt show up til THE NEXT MONDAY!!!! i freaked out and called them everyday but they just kept saying "its processing, just wait" and they were right. super annoying tho when u have bills due!!!

UPDATE: The money finally hit my account this morning (Friday). So it took 4 days instead of the usual 1 day. Thanks everyone for your input - it helped me stop worrying! Seems like delays are just part of the process sometimes.

my cousin had this happen and she said they sent all her backpay on a prepaid card even tho she had direct deposit set up for her regular payments... might want to watch your mail for that too just in case

Just to follow up on this thread - any update on your payment? Did it arrive within the timeframe most of us suggested?

anyone know if esd offices are open saturdays? cant take more time off work or ill get fired

Thanks everyone for the advice! I think I'll wait one more week to hit the 3-week mark, and then try both calling (maybe with that Claimyr service) and visiting an office if the phone doesn't work out. I'll keep filing my weekly claims in the meantime and hope my employer responded accurately about my hours reduction. Really appreciate all the insights!

sorry to jump in here but does anybody know if applying to the same company for different positions counts as separate job search activities? i found like 5 positions at microsoft i'm qualified for but dont know if i can list them all separately??

UPDATE: I got through to ESD finally and they confirmed remote job applications ARE valid job search activities! The person I spoke with said they've been getting this question a lot lately and there's some misinformation going around. As long as the jobs are: 1. Real positions with legitimate companies 2. Jobs you're qualified for 3. Positions you would accept if offered 4. Properly documented with company name, position, date, and method of application They count! So relieved. Thanks everyone for your help!

UPDATE: I got through the line! Turns out I had an old claim from 2022 that was marked Ineligible because they never verified my ID back then. I've now submitted my ID verification and once that gets cleared, they said they'll re-evaluate the disqualified weekly claims. The agent was actually super helpful once I finally reached someone. Fingers crossed this doesn't take too long to resolve. Thanks everyone for your suggestions!

To answer those asking how I got through: I tried that Claimyr service that someone mentioned above. Honestly, after weeks of frustration, it was worth it to finally talk to someone who could help. The ESD agent told me it could take 5-7 business days for the ID verification to process, then another few days for them to review my disqualified weeks. At least now I know what's going on!

The overpayment waiver process has specific timelines that ESD is supposed to follow. According to WAC 192-220-030, they should make a determination within a reasonable time. Ten months is definitely excessive and indicates your claim may have fallen through the cracks. I'd recommend three things: 1. Call ESD directly and request a status update. Ask for your case to be escalated due to the extended wait time. 2. If calling doesn't work, submit a formal written inquiry through your eServices message center. This creates a paper trail. 3. If all else fails, contact your state representative's office. They often have constituent services that can help with ESD issues. Also, make sure to continue filing your current unemployment claims properly while this older issue is being resolved. The two matters are technically separate in ESD's systems.

UPDATE: I finally got through to ESD this morning after trying since 8am! The agent found my file and said there's actually a SYSTEM GLITCH that's been affecting some waiver requests where they get stuck in the system without being assigned to a claims specialist for review. She's escalated my case and said I should hear something within 5-7 business days. She also added a note that it's been pending an excessive amount of time. For anyone else dealing with this - CALL THEM! Don't just wait like I was doing!

One other thing to try - if you've had any prior communication with a specific ESD agent (like during your initial application), try to contact that person directly. Sometimes they'll help move things along because they're already familiar with your case. And definitely mention the word "hardship" specifically when you communicate with ESD - they have internal procedures for prioritizing cases with severe financial impact.

Thanks everyone for the suggestions! I'm going to try: 1. The secure message portal with specific questions about my adjudication status 2. Reaching out to my state representative (already found their contact info) 3. Looking into Claimyr to actually get someone on the phone I'll update here if any of these work. Really appreciate all the advice when I was feeling completely stuck!

Just wanted to follow up - did your payment arrive? I'm in a similar situation and trying to gauge timing.

Yes! It came through exactly 42 hours after the status changed to paid. It was one lump sum for all 9 weeks minus taxes. Such a relief! If yours shows paid, it should be very soon!

dude just reduce ur hours at the pt job instead of quitting??? tell ur boss u cant work as much, problem solved, keep some income + full benefits

An important update based on a rule change: As of 2025, ESD has slightly modified their approach to part-time work while on unemployment. They now place greater emphasis on whether the part-time work is impeding your ability to search for and obtain work in your regular occupation. If you can demonstrate that: 1. The part-time work schedule conflicts with interview opportunities 2. The hours/schedule prevent you from attending job fairs or networking events in your field 3. You're too exhausted from the part-time work to effectively search for suitable employment These factors now carry more weight in determining if quitting would be considered for good cause. Again, documentation is critical here - keep records of any missed opportunities due to your part-time schedule.

My cousin's adjudication took like 3 months last year but that was because she had worked for two different companies and one of them kept sending in incorrect information. I think if your school confirms everything quickly you should be fine. Good luck!!

Update: I finally got through to ESD today! The adjudicator confirmed they're just waiting for my school to verify my enrollment status, and that my former employer not responding won't hold things up much longer. They said once they hear from the school, they should have a decision within a week. Feeling much more hopeful now!