Just remember that when you do get through to Washington ESD to report your move, have all your information ready - new address, phone number, when the move is happening, etc. It'll make the call go much smoother.

I went through this exact situation when I moved from Washington to Colorado while collecting unemployment. The good news is it's totally doable! You just need to update your address in your eServices account and continue filing your weekly claims. The key things to remember: 1) You're still filing with Washington ESD since that's where you worked, 2) You can search for jobs in Oregon, 3) Keep detailed records of your job search activities, and 4) Make sure you can honestly say you're available for work. I had zero issues with my benefits continuing after the move. The only hiccup was it took me forever to get through to ESD to ask questions, but the actual process was straightforward.

Good luck OP! The first payment is always the most nerve-wracking but it sounds like you're doing everything right.

I went through the exact same thing last year! Filed my claim, saw "processed" status, but then had to wait what felt like forever for actual money. In my case, it was about 14 days from filing to first payment hitting my account. The "processed" status is actually a good sign - it means they've approved your initial claim and you're in the system. Just keep doing those weekly claims religiously because if you miss one, it can really mess things up. I know the bills piling up part is stressful, but based on your timeline you should see something very soon. Hang in there!

Final update from OP: My claim was approved! Took about 2 weeks and they did contact my former employer to verify. Thanks everyone for the advice about selecting layoff and providing documentation. Really helped me feel confident about my application.

Congratulations on getting approved! This is such a helpful thread for anyone dealing with confusing separation paperwork. The key takeaway seems to be: be honest about what actually happened (layoff due to business reasons), provide supporting documentation, and don't get hung up on whatever terminology your employer used. Washington ESD investigators are pretty good at sorting out the real situation from company paperwork language.

Final practical advice: document everything, keep copies of all applications and correspondence, and don't be afraid to ask for help. There's no shame in using available resources - that's what they're there for.

I'm in a similar situation and this thread has been incredibly helpful. One thing I'd add is to check if your county has any emergency rental assistance programs - King County and several others still have funding available for people transitioning off unemployment. Also, some utility companies have hardship programs that can help with bills. The key is applying for everything you might qualify for before you actually need it, since most programs have waiting periods. Don't wait until you're behind on rent or utilities to reach out.

Just remember that even if regular benefits end, keep filing your weekly claims until you're officially told to stop. Sometimes there are delays in processing extensions if they become available.

I'm in a similar situation - my benefits end in about 5 weeks and I'm really worried about what happens next. From what I've gathered reading through everyone's responses, it sounds like Washington doesn't have automatic extensions right now, but there might be some state-specific programs depending on unemployment rates. The suggestion about using Claimyr to actually get through to someone at ESD seems really helpful since so many people are having trouble reaching them by phone. I'm also going to look into those WorkSource training programs and start researching local assistance options now rather than waiting until the last minute. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - it's scary but at least we're not going through this alone.