How long does it take to get approved by Washington ESD unemployment?

I check every day but nothing shows up under action items. Just says under review still.

That's actually a good sign - means they probably don't need anything else from you.

Did you get any updates during those 3 weeks or did it just change to approved all at once?

Nothing until the day it got approved. Then I got an email and could see my weekly benefit amount.

Never heard of that before. Does it actually work or is it just another scam?

It's legit - they basically handle the calling and waiting for you. I was skeptical too but it actually got me through to talk to someone about my adjudication issue.

Might be worth trying if I don't hear anything by next week. Thanks for the tip.

6 weeks?! That's terrifying. How did you survive financially during that time?

Credit cards and help from family. It sucked but the back pay made up for it when it finally came through.

How do you know if it's in adjudication? My claim has been pending for 3 weeks now.

Usually it will say 'adjudication in progress' in your claim status. If it just says under review, you're probably just in the normal processing queue.

Mine just says under review so hopefully that's good news.

Exactly! I just want to know one way or the other so I can plan accordingly.

The waiting is definitely the hardest part. Try to hang in there - it will come through.

Yes, I've been doing that every Sunday. Good reminder though!

Wait, you have to file weekly claims before you're even approved? That seems backwards.

Yep, it's confusing but that's how Washington ESD works. You file weekly claims to 'hold your place' essentially.

That's exactly why I ended up using Claimyr. I was in the same situation - couldn't get through no matter how many times I called.

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

It's worth checking out their site for details. For me it was worth it just to get answers instead of sitting in limbo.

Not really any way to speed it up unfortunately. Just make sure all your info was accurate when you filed and keep doing your weekly claims.

Sometimes if you can actually get through to someone on the phone they can give you an update, but that's easier said than done.

Good idea. I'll start documenting everything from here on out.

Screenshots of everything too. The Washington ESD website glitches sometimes and you want proof of what you submitted.

Yeah, those situations often require adjudication to determine if you're eligible. Layoffs are generally more straightforward.

That makes me feel a bit better about my situation then.

Congrats! That gives me hope. Did you get all the back pay for the weeks you were waiting?

Yes, got paid for all the weekly claims I had filed. Definitely worth the wait even though it was stressful.

That's awesome! Maybe there's light at the end of the tunnel for the rest of us.

I'm definitely going to look into it if I don't hear something by next week.

At this point I'm willing to try anything that might help get some answers.

That's reassuring. I'm hoping to hear something soon so I can start planning my budget properly.

Yeah, once the floodgates open it moves pretty fast. The waiting is definitely the hardest part.

I know logically but it's hard not to take it personally when bills are due.

Totally understand the frustration. The system could definitely be more efficient but at least it does work eventually.

Glad we could help! Keep us posted on how it goes.

You got this! The waiting sucks but you'll get through it.

And remember that Claimyr option is there if you need to talk to someone at Washington ESD before your approval comes through.