Can I still file weekly claim on 7/28 when my benefits end 7/27?

Yes, you can absolutely file that final weekly claim after your benefit year end date. The important thing is that the WEEK you're claiming for falls within your benefit year, not the date you submit the claim. So if your benefit year ends 7/27, you can submit a claim on 7/28 or even later (though don't wait too long) for the week ending 7/27. ESD gives you a grace period specifically for this situation.

I think ur gonna have problems with the system. Mine cut me off THE DAY my benefits ended and wouldnt let me file the last week. Had to call ESD and wait for 3 weeks to get it fixed!!

The previous two comments are both partially right. The SYSTEM will allow you to file for any week that falls within your benefit year, even if you're filing after your benefit year ends. However, sometimes the online system gets glitchy around benefit year end dates. If you encounter any problems filing online, you have three options: 1. Call the ESD claims center (though good luck getting through) 2. Use the eServices message center to notify them about the issue 3. Use Claimyr to get connected to an ESD agent quickly instead of waiting on hold for hours. I used them when I had this exact issue last month: claimyr.com - they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 But most likely, you'll be fine filing online. The system is designed to allow this - it's a common situation.

Yea its the WEEK that matters not when u file. I filed for my last week 5 days after my benefit year ended and got paid no problem. Just make sure u do it within the normal filing window they give u (which is like 1-2 weeks I think).

Just to add my experience - I was in this EXACT situation in April. Benefits ended on a Saturday, filed on Sunday for the previous week, got paid on Tuesday. No issues whatsoever.

The law is clear on this - you're entitled to benefits for any week where you're eligible and meet all requirements, regardless of when you submit the claim. Just to be super safe though, I'd recommend filing that last claim as early as possible on 7/28 just in case there are any system glitches. If you do encounter any issues, don't panic - just document everything, take screenshots, and contact ESD right away. They HAVE to pay you for that week if you're eligible, even if their system has issues. Also, make sure you're caught up on all your job search activities for that final week! That's the most common reason people get denied for their final week.

my sister works for esd and she said people file after benefit year ends ALL THE TIME and its totally normal procedure, dont worry about it

Just an update for anyone finding this thread in the future: The law (RCW 50.04.030) defines a "week of unemployment" as any week within your benefit year where you meet eligibility requirements. The date you file the claim is irrelevant as long as you file within the allowable timeframe (usually within 1-2 weeks of the week ending date). This is standard procedure at ESD.