How long does Washington ESD unemployment take to direct deposit after approval?

That's a relief! I was worried it might take another week or something. Thanks for the info.

Mine took exactly 3 business days last month, so that timeline sounds right.

Good point, I'll double check that my routing number is correct. Where exactly do I find the payment history?

Log into your account and look for 'Payment Information' or 'Benefit Payment Control' - it should show you the status of each payment.

How much does that service cost? I'm already strapped for cash.

It's worth it when you need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD. Way better than sitting on hold for hours and getting disconnected.

I've heard of claimyr but never tried it. Does it really work better than just calling the regular number?

I bank with Chase, so hopefully they're not too slow with processing it.

Chase is usually pretty quick with government deposits in my experience.

Each state has different processing systems. Washington ESD has actually improved their timing a lot compared to during the pandemic.

still feels like forever when you're broke though

That's good to know for next week! I usually file mine on Tuesday or Wednesday.

Is that actually true? I've never noticed a difference in timing based on when I file.

It might just be my bank, but I swear I get paid faster when I file early in the week.

Yeah I double checked and it looks correct. Same account I've had for years.

Good, then you should be all set for a smooth deposit.

Literally me right now! I keep refreshing my banking app even though I know it's too early.

Same! The anticipation is killing me every week even now that I'm used to the routine.

That's exactly why I started using claimyr - saves so much time and frustration compared to calling over and over.

I might have to look into that if I run into issues again. The regular phone system is basically useless.

Yeah it was a separation issue. My employer initially contested it but Washington ESD ruled in my favor. Definitely was stressful waiting though.

Okay that gives me some hope. My employer contested mine too but I think I have a good case.

Yeah I can't imagine waiting for a check in the mail on top of everything else!

Plus you don't have to worry about checks getting lost or stolen.

That's reassuring to hear. Sounds like I can count on seeing it by Friday.

Yeah barring any weird banking holidays or technical issues, you should be good.

Oh good point! I'll call Chase tomorrow to ask about that. Don't want any surprises.

Better to know ahead of time than be surprised when you can't access the money right away.

Thanks! Yeah it was definitely nerve-wracking not knowing if it would get approved or not.

The uncertainty is the worst part. Once you're approved it gets much more predictable.

Good to know! I'll try to get into the habit of filing on Sundays.

It's nice having that routine and knowing when to expect the money.

That sounds like a nightmare! Hopefully I won't run into any issues like that.

Yeah it was really stressful. Having a way to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD makes all the difference.

That's good to hear from someone with experience. Makes me feel more confident about the timing.

Once you get into the routine it becomes pretty predictable. The first payment is always the most stressful though!

Yeah I've been careful about that. Do I need to keep filing even though my first payment hasn't come through yet?

Yes definitely keep filing! Each weekly claim is for that specific week's benefits.

Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! This thread has definitely put my mind at ease.

That's what this community is for! We've all been through the stress of waiting for that first payment.

Oh that's helpful! I'll make sure to check my email regularly. Thanks for the tip.

No problem! Sometimes the email comes before the money actually hits your bank account.