How long does it take to get my unemployment money from Washington ESD?

What's adjudication? My claim just says pending, not sure if that's the same thing.

Adjudication is when they need to investigate something about your claim - like why you left your job or if you're eligible. It can add weeks to the process unfortunately.

Thanks, that's reassuring. I've been filing weekly like they told me to. Just scary not knowing when money will come.

I totally get it. The waiting is the worst part, especially when you have bills due.

Is this legit? I've been trying to call Washington ESD for days but can never get through.

Yeah it's real, they basically call for you and get you connected to an actual Washington ESD agent. Much better than sitting on hold for hours.

I was skeptical too but tried it last week. Actually worked and I got my claim status updated same day.

Six weeks?! That's terrifying. How did you survive that long without income?

Credit cards and borrowing money from family. It was awful. That's why I tell everyone to keep calling until you get answers.

At least I'm not the only one. This is so stressful.

yeah tell me about it, rent is due next week and idk what im gonna do

I checked and it doesn't show any issues or requests for documents. Just says pending.

That's good - means it's probably just working through the normal process then.

Sometimes the website doesn't update right away though. I had to call to find out they needed an additional form.

I was laid off due to company downsizing, so hopefully that's straightforward.

That should be pretty standard then. Just keep filing weekly and try to be patient.

This is so true. I had to file an appeal just to get someone to look at my case.

Exactly! The burden is always on us to figure out what's going wrong.

How much does something like that cost though?

Way less than you'd think, especially when you consider how much time it saves. Plus if you're unemployed, getting your claim moving is worth it.

Good to know! I've been filing weekly religiously. Day 19 gives me hope I'm close.

Yeah just hang in there. The back pay when it finally comes through feels so good after all that waiting.

Yikes, two months would kill me. I only had one employer so hopefully that's simpler.

yeah yours sounds way more straightforward

I check that every day! Still nothing new since I filed.

That's actually good news - means they haven't found any issues that need your attention.

Exactly! I keep checking my bank account multiple times a day hoping something shows up.

I did the same thing. It's like waiting for test results or something.

Same here, it becomes obsessive checking the account and the website constantly

That's super helpful! I didn't know they had specific days for processing.

Yeah, knowing the schedule at least helps with the constant account checking!

That's exactly what I'm worried about - that something is needed but they haven't told me.

Yeah that's the frustrating part. Sometimes the only way to know for sure is to actually talk to someone there.

Yes I've been keeping track of my job searches. Good reminder though!

good, that's one less thing to worry about when they do approve you

Thank you, that really helps ease my anxiety. I was starting to think something was wrong.

Totally understandable to be anxious! The unknown timeline is the worst part. But your situation sounds normal.

I agree, 2-3 weeks is standard. You're probably right on track.

Seriously! Even just an estimated timeline would help so much.

Right? Like 'your claim is in stage 2 of 4' or something. Anything would be better than just 'pending'.

Thanks for the encouragement. This thread has actually made me feel a lot better about the wait.

thats what this community is for! we've all been there

That's awesome! So glad you got some answers finally.

Great to hear Claimyr worked for you too! Having that certainty makes such a difference.

Wait, this is my thread and I didn't post this update. But good for whoever did get their answer!

Oh sorry, got confused with my own situation! But definitely recommend calling if you can get through.