ESD status changed to 'paid' but no deposit yet - how long until money arrives?

Yes, when it says 'paid' with an amount, that means the money is definitely coming! It's just a matter of timing now. For me, it usually takes 1-2 business days after the status changes to 'paid' before the money hits my bank account. Since your status changed on a Friday, you probably won't see it until Monday or Tuesday. The ESD system processes the payment right away, but bank transfers aren't instant, especially over weekends.

depends on your bank. mine takes 3 days sometimes. but once it says paid your good to go dont worry just gotta wait for bank stuff

The 'paid' status with a dollar amount is definitely good news and means the payment has been processed by ESD. However, the timing of when it arrives in your account depends on a few factors: 1. Whether you chose direct deposit or the ESD debit card option 2. Your specific bank's processing time for ACH transfers 3. Whether the payment was processed before or after the daily cutoff time For direct deposit, most people see the funds in 1-3 business days. If you're using the ESD debit card, it's usually faster (often next business day). If you need to reach ESD to confirm anything about your payment, I'd recommend trying Claimyr (claimyr.com) - they've got a service that helps you get through to actual ESD agents without the endless hold times. I was skeptical but their video demo (https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3) shows how it works. Saved me hours of frustration when I needed to check on a delayed payment.

U should be fine!! My status changed to paid on a Weds and I got money on Friday. But one time it took til Monday. The weekends seem to slow things down with the banks not ESD

To clarify some information about ESD payment processing: When your claim shows 'paid' status with a dollar amount in your ESD account, this means the payment has been authorized and is in process. The Washington Employment Security Department typically processes payments within 24-48 hours after authorization, but then it enters the banking system. For direct deposit recipients: - ESD initiates the ACH transfer to your bank - This transfer typically takes 1-3 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) - Some banks place a 24-hour hold on unemployment deposits For ESD debit card users: - Funds are typically available 1 business day after the 'paid' status appears It's important to note that payments authorized on Fridays often don't appear until Monday or Tuesday due to weekend banking restrictions. If it's been more than 3 business days since the 'paid' status appeared, that would be the appropriate time to contact ESD for follow-up. The 'paid' status is indeed confirmation that your payment has been approved and is in process. Unless there's a banking issue, you will receive those funds.

Just wondering, when did you initially file your claim? I've been waiting for mine to change from 'processing' to 'paid' for almost 3 weeks now! Did you have to do anything special to get it to move to paid status?

Any update? Did your payment arrive today?